I enjoyed a great meal with my friends! It was our first time trying African food. The food was hot and fresh. Great service. They gave us great options to try and eat. Very reasonably priced.. read more

Calabash African Kitchen - Oxtail stew was amazing! - African Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Here in Vegas to celebrate my spouse's 60th birthday and we decided to have Sunday brunch here at the Calabash with about 50 family members and guests. The feedback from all was 5 plus stars, if a plus sign can be added. The food was excellent and the service was excellent. Did I miss to tell you that I am African? Well done Calabash African Kitchen, we'll be back. read more

OMG if you're looking for great African cuisine you must visit Calabash African Kitchen the next time you're in Las Vegas. My family tried the grilled snapper, lamb, and oxtail stew and it was delicious. The service was also excellent. We will definitely be back. Thank you for a great meal. read more

So I never would have thought to try this type of food, but it was a friend who suggested that we go here because her daughter's friend said it was so good! The place is located in a little shopping plaza, set back in the corner. I ordered the Oxtail Soup, (which to me, just didn't sound that good); fried plantains (which I know I already love); and empanadas filled with beef and chicken (how could that be bad?). The server was so friendly, and I guess the fufu is a popular Tiktok now, and it is paired with a soup or stew. If you never had the different bases, then it is hard to know which one to order. So our waitress brought out all of these little tiny sample containers for us to try. We all picked different ones that we liked. I have to say that Oxtail Soup reminded me of a beef stew, and it was so good! It comes in a thick broth, with a large carrot and two pieces of potato and a couple of chunks of the beef. It was a little bit more salty than I liked, and I had to drink a ton of water later that evening. Now let me tell you about the fufu. It comes wrapped in saran wrap to keep it fresh. It is considered to be a "swallow" food. Kind of like, oysters. Most people just suck down the oyster, they don't chew it. Well the fufu acts as a transport for the oxtail soup and stews. It reminded me of the texture of a mochi ball. It doesn't have much flavor on it's own, and it is made from a yam or a cassava root. It is very filling. So kind of how rice fills you up, or bread fils you up, fufu fills you up. The empanadas were delicious. They came with a little dipping sauce. I tried both the chicken and the beef, both were great. The plantains were my favorite. I just expanded my tastebuds today, and I can't wait to go back here again. Don't be afraid to try new things! You never know what you might be missing! read more

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Visiting from Orem, Ut. Such amazing food and very good service. The music makes you feel welcomed as well. The food itself might be a little but pricey, honestly you could just spend about $25 per person and be full with what you eat. If you come in a group they also have gods that is nice to share. Would definitely come again. read more

Hey y'all hey it's me again Hope y'all are having a GrateFUL day! We tried Calabash African Kitchen and really enjoyed ourselves. Our server Nene--I'll call her Queen Nene--was soooo hospitable! We had plenty of questions about the food, and she answered them and made us feel like family. I ordered oxtails & they had my tastebuds tap dancing AND moonwalking! They were tender with a gentle, comforting flavor that reminded me of my mom's home cooking. I'm so used to Jamaican jerk oxtails, I forgot how comforting "regular" oxtails can be. The jollof rice was savory, nicely seasoned and full of flavor. The egusi soup wasn't for me. Some of the seasonings just didn't make my tastebuds dance, but hey, everything isn't for everybody. Now those chicken empanadas?! Crispy, flaky and soooo flavorful! The empanadas and those oxtails WILL see me again! They even gave us a bowl of water so when our hands got messy from eating the fufu, we could dip them in between bites. Nice atmosphere, generous portions, and the music wasn't overwhelming. They also have live music Fridays & Saturdays. See y'all on my next review! read more

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I've been watching them on IG and really wanted to give them a try. Visiting from Sacramento I decided to stop by. The service was amazing and I enjoyed lamb Chu over white rice but should have got the foo foo. I also had their plantains (a little dry for my taste). I also ordered the puffs and enjoyed them as well. Jollaf was a little dry but delicious in flavor. I am happy they had peele on the side. The place is clean and has great staff. Lots of customers were leaving happy. read more

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I'm not gonna lie, when my friends suggested African food, I was skeptical. And nervous. I had zero idea what I was even going to order, and I briefly considered just pointing at the menu and hoping for the best. We arrived around 5:30 on a Friday, right before the dinner rush hit, and got greeted and seated promptly. With a group of 4, we did what any food group does: ordered a little of everything and shared. We started with the empanadas (1 beef, 1 chicken) and honestly, these were fire. We liked them so much we ordered a second round before the mains even showed up. From there it was Yassa with tilapia (loved), jollof rice with beef (also loved), and grilled meat "Dibi Afra" chicken (least favorite). Basically nothing missed. If you love bold spices and a little heat, this is your place. The staff were so friendly the whole time, and I walked out planning our next visit. And shout out to Kombeh, she's our girl and amazing server! Highly recommend. 10/10. read more

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Second time dining in! It has been awhile and already looking forward to my next visit. Orders & Ratings: Egusi (Famous Nigerian soup with ground egusi seed, ugu & bitter leaves, red palm oil, smoked fish, crayfish, and spices.) - with Lamb Meat and side of fufu Rating: 10/10 Jollof Rice "Cheb / Benachin" (Boldly flavored and most celebrated West African rice dish with choice of meat, vegetables and rice simmered in tomato base. This hearty one-pot meal is the National dish of SeneGambia) - with chicken meat smothered in spices, seasonings, and onions Rating: 9/10 - the taste was there, however, rice was a little on the drier side. The first time we had the Jollof Rice was cooked to perfection. Still enjoyable Fataya-Pies / Empanadas (Savory Empanadas (2) with choice of filling served with side of Calabash chili sauce) - ordered the chicken empanadas Rating: 10/10 Comments: I have been wanting to come back since my first time dining in and i am so happy to be back! Customer service is always amazing. I ordered the Egusi with lamb meat and side a fufu. Our server wanted to give me a sample just to be sure i will like it because there are some rare individuals that won't. I thought it was so kind and generous of the server to do so. I knew i would enjoy the egusi. My son and i were so happy with the food we ate. Everything was filled with flavor, spice, seasoning, and it felt really homey. The customer service is always tea. Everyone is so sweet, kind, wonderful, and created such a welcoming atmosphere. This restaurant can get busy whether it's dining in or to-go. Thank you Calabash for the wonderful hospitality and the delicious food! Cannot wait to come back already! read more

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I was very happy with this place. Happened to drive past it and said "hey, that's something new to try". When we walked in, the place was very welcoming and nice. The hostess/waitress was very nice. I was excited to try their plantains. A bit dry, but I will go back to try again and see if it was just a bad batch. I got the oxtail stew with white/jazmine rice. Delicious. The meat was tender. My husband got the Yassa. He could not stop praising how delicious it was. I took a few bites and yes, very flavorful. We love supporting small local businesses. We asked, and they have been opened for 4 years. We will definitely go back. read more

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What an amazing experience! Super welcoming waiters, amazing music, and delicious food full of spice. Our waiter Sheikh was awesome. We told him it was our first time so he brought out a few samples of stew for us to taste. We ordered the beef empanadas to start, which were perfectly crisp and fresh. I got the red stew chu with the lamb, which was flavorful, tender, and juicy. Hubby got the goat pepper stew, which he enjoyed. We also tried two juices (the hibiscus mint and baobab) and both were great! The puff puff beignet dessert stole the show - do not skip out on these! It was our first time but definitely not our last. read more

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We came on a whim. Our daughter saw a video and she wanted to try Fufu and Egusi From when we first entered the hospitality was on point. They allowed us to taste the stews available before making our selections. We opted for the peanut butter stew and red stew. The egusi was good but too much spice for our daughter. She just about finished the whole red stew herself. We tried the sampler appetizers and the meat platter as well. It was such a great way to experience new foods. We also got the juices which were fresh and delicious. Everything was great and we even had a more selective eater that said they would come again. Definitely recommend trying Calabash. read more

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Staff is very attentive to the customers and even brought samples of 5 different entrees when we told them it was our first time there. The restaurant is very clean and organized. The food is absolutely incredible and the samples have helped us decide our next meals. Definitely will return. read more

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WOW! If you're even considering coming here... DON'T think. Just get in the car and drive! I never imagined African food having so much flavor! We beat the crowd on a Sunday afternoon. The restaraunt has a modern ambiance, nice lighting and wonderful staff! Our waitress allowed us to sample a few stews before making our selection. The Egusi soup was interesting. It reminded me of collard greens. The red stew was amazing. The flavors dance on your tastebuds. The peanut butter stew was unique, not bad but not my favorite. We ordered hibiscus mint drinks. Those were very good! Perfect amount of mint and a delicious hibiscus flavor. We started with fried plantains. They were so good. Sweet and crunchy. They actually may have been better for dessert but thats ok. We also got an order of empanadas. One beef and one chicken. The chicken had a bit of a kick at the end but both were seasoned very well. They were pretty good. I ordered a side of Jollof rice. I was slightly disappointed in the flavor. It didn't have much flavor and was a bit crunchy. We got red stew with beef and fu fu. The fu fu was almost like mashed potatoes. It didnt have a lot of flavor alone but with the stew, it was incredible! I'll definitely be back for more! I also got an order of oxtail stew with fu fu. Let me tell you... a cold winter evening ... this would be HEAVEN! SO much flavor, the meat falls off the bones. I didn't want to stop eating it, it was so good! Some of the best stew ive ever had at a restaurant! We also got the grilled meat with beef and lamb. It has a delicious homemade mustard on it. You can also request their homemade hot sauce. Warning: It is VERY spicy. If you can't tolerate a lot of heat. Everything we tried was amazing. I now have a new favorite place to go eat. Thank you for the incredible experience with such a unique menu. read more

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We asked for a sampler of various dishes and everything we tried was exceptional. My particular favorite was the oxtail stew and the peanut soup was amazing. We will definitely return.. it seems to be a family run business and everyone we met was friendly and knowledgeable and helpful. It was like making new friends. read more

My friend and I decided to try some African cuisine and Calabash came highly recommended. Upon entering the restaurant is very spacious and beautifully decorated. We were immediately greeted and we chose to sit at the bar. Our server, who is also the chef, told us she would bring some samples of popular dishes so we can taste them before ordering. She also gave us some drink samples of popular drinks. For the food samples she gave us some vegetarian Egusi, Oxtail stew, peanut butter stew and okra stew. The Egusi has a very Smokey flavor and a good amount of heat. She told us we can get it with less heat if we choose to. The peanut butter stew was savory and delicious. It was both of our favorites. I was apprehensive as I'm not a huge peanut butter fan but you really did not get a peanut butter flavor at all. It was just rich and delicious. The okra was our least favorite. The flavor was decent but it was a texture thing for me. Finally the oxtail. It was very rich and tasty. We decided to order the peanut butter stew with chicken and the egusi with beef, but a little less hot. She said what we tried was about a 7 heat level so we got a 5. We also ordered a side of jollof rice that she highly recommended we try also. As an appetizer we ordered the fataya empanadas and since we could mix and match we chose beef and chicken. For the drink samples she gave us the ginger pineapple juice, baobob juice, hibiscus juice and the tea. The ginger one was very heavy in the ginger taste, a little too much for me. The tea was delicious and sweet. The hibiscus was a little tho let, almost syrupy but had a nice flavor. Finally the baobob, which is a super fruit, and that was citrusy and refreshing so we both ordered that for our beverage. The empanadas came out first. They were pillowy and flaky, stuffed with meat. Both of us preferred the chicken over the beef one. They're served with a tomato like chili sauce that was delicious too. The Egusi and PB stew arrived shortly after. Both served with a ball of fufu. She told us if we liked she could also bring some white rice on the side as that was the other way to eat it, but we stuck with the fufu. The fufu is a dough like ball that you pull apart and scoop up the stew. It has almost a mashed potato feel and taste once it's in your mouth. The chicken in the PB stew was amazing. Definitely could e used more but that's just because we liked it so much. I can only imagine how good the chicken on the jollof rice is as the rice was delicious also. Nicely seasoned and fluffy. That will definitely be on the list for next time. The egusi with beef was good but I think the addition of the beef made it even a little smokier flavored than the vegetarian version. I would definitely stick with the veggie one. To finish off we tried the puff puffs. Deep fried dough similar to a zeppoli, just more dense. It is served with some chocolate sauce and whipped cream, sprinkled with yellow raisins. We were so full we only managed to finish a couple of them. Overall this is an amazing restaurant. If you're looking for a new cuisine to try, this is the place. The service was amazing and they also have live a live saxophone player on Friday- Sunday. read more

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DASH to Calabash!!! I got to try a sampling of their delicious Senegambian food at Vegas Unstripped earlier this year (the only vendor I went back to for seconds that night cuz it was THAT delicious) and knew I had to visit their restaurant! I placed a to-go order as I was in the area and the whole experience was splendid! The employees were great and the food was soooo flavorful!!!! You can order online through their site or the good ol' phone method! I got the following to-go: 1. Jollof Rice with Chicken - You will be hooked!!! The chicken was so juicy and tender, and the rice.....ADDICTING!!! Makes me jolly just thinking about it! 2. Red Stew - such a flavorful beef stew this was!!! We thoroughly enjoyed it and it had some good heat to it too!! 3. Baobab Juice - A neat flavor; kind of sour, kind of sweet and creamy ivory in color! Definitely refreshing and the employee said it goes well mixed with hibiscus tea! Why no pictures? The aromatic smell of everything was absolute torture while driving home, so my phone didn't get to eat first this time. Calabash is definitely on my list of places to dine in at in the near future!!! So much more of their menu to explore!! read more

Calabash African Kitchen offers West African Style Food and Drinks. If you are a foodie you most definitely want to try this restaurant because the food really is delicious. Also the chef is James Beard Nominated for "Best Chef SW." Inside is a modern sleek decor. You can sit at the bar or a comfortable table. For my beverage I tried a Kenyan Black Tea. It's a very rich Black Tea unlike any tea I've had before and was interesting. For an appetizer we tried the Fataya Pies (vegetarian empanadas). They had amazing flavors to them and came with a tasty kinda spicy red sauce. They were delicious! The pastry on them was also very thin but also held everything nicely together. They didn't seem heavy at all. We shared the fried Red Snapper and the famous Jollof Rice with Chicken. Both platters had amazing flavors to them. I thought I knew Jollof Rice because I have had it at other African Restaurants but the Jollof Rice Here really is truly amazing with layers of flavors unlike the others I've tried. Both dishes tasted great but the chicken had more going on with it than the fish. The only reason I didn't give FIVE stars is because both the fish and the chicken were both slightly dry and overcooked. I didn't feel the need to complain. The dishes weren't bad enough to send back. The people serving us were both pleasant and helpful. We plan to return and try more! read more

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We had a great experience on Saturday evening. Live music was playing and the atmosphere was fantastic. Kombeh was our waiter and was so friendly and attentive. We started with the black eyed pea fritters which were so soft inside and crispy on the outside. The black eyed pea dipping sauce was spicy but flavorful. The peanut butter stew was the star. Super flavorful and comforting. The Chicken was well seasoned and tender. The egusi was new to us. It has a nutty flavor and is sort of the texture of a tofu scramble. It was very spicy. Overall great time and food! We will be back. read more

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We came in on a Friday night and were instantly greeted by a live saxophone player--it completely set the perfect vibe for the evening! Our waitress, Nyla, was incredible. She was so sweet, personable, and friendly, and every single one of her food and drink recommendations was absolutely on point. The food itself was delicious; the meat in our dishes was incredibly tender, flavorful, and literally falling off the bone. To top off the great meal, the service was wonderfully attentive. Multiple staff members stepped up to check on us and ensure we were enjoying everything. I love that they have live entertainment from Friday to Sunday. It was a fantastic first-time experience, and we will definitely be back! read more

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I've been wanting to try African cuisine for awhile now and finally did. I am so glad that we tried it here. Service was above & beyond. We had the egusi soup with lamb and chicken empanadas and a side of the red stew. We loved every bite. We also got fufu to go with it. Jule let us taste 4 different soups/stews and all of them were so good. Our favorite was egusi soup and the red stew. NeNe showed us how to eat it and gave us pointers, I'm just impressed with this place. So welcoming and comfortable! I recommend everyone to try this place at least once. I will be back again for sure, thank you! read more

Calabash African Kitchen - Egusi soup with lamb, 2 fufu, red stew - African Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Calabash was excellent. We received really great service from our awesome host Nene and all of our food came out hot and delicious. The ambiance and esthetics were very cozy, inviting, and modern. My family and I were very satisfied. We will most definitely be back. read more

Calabash African Kitchen - Peanut Butter Stew "Mafe / Domoda" - African Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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The food was absolutely delicious! Everything was so tasty and seasoned perfectly. The oxtail soup, jasmine rice, and appetizer sampler was especially good--so flavorful and comforting. What really stood out was the amazing customer service. The staff were genuinely welcoming and added such a personal touch, including a great recommendation that made the experience even better. I'll definitely be coming back to try more dishes! We went on a Saturday night and they had a live singer. The ambiance is chill, lively, and welcoming. read more

I've been thinking about trying this place for a while and haven't until today. I wish I would have come sooner!! Here's what I had. Empanadas, puff puffs, plantains for appetizer and the oxtail stew with white rice. Everything was amazing! The empanadas came with this spicy red sauce that should go on everything! ( bottle it) but the winner was the oxtail stew. Here's the secret... eat the oxtail and veggies then put the stew in the rice or vice versa. You're welcome! :) read more

When you go somewhere local the first time, you wonder if you love it because its something new or because its great. The second time you bring others and see reactions. Tonight, the third time, was the very positive icing on the cake. Our table tried much of the menu, both vegan and non vegan alike, and loved everything. Our server Nene was everything you want in a server. Helpful, funny, full of personality, present without ever being annoying. It's casual and clean, tonight there was a DJ which I would normally hate but the beats were credible and didn't interfere with our parties conversation. Food + Fantastic Service = Total Win! Cannot wait to go back! read more

Visiting Vegas after moving away a few years ago, and absolutely had to visit this place. The food is so incredible, tender, delicious, warming. The staff welcomes you like family. read more

I've had African food before, but I am far from an expert. However, I can tell this restaurant is accustomed to treating new customers of the cuisine with their customer service. I asked the waitress for some recommendations and then she just offered to give me a small sample of the majority of the dishes. Each of them had a distinct and subtle flavor, but I am very partial to their jollof rice, red bean stew and peanut butter stew. The egusi and cassava leaf stew were not for me, but their flavor was very rich, it had great depth due to the smoked fish. It was very prominent even in the small bite that I was given. I will definitely go again. I didn't get to try the fufu, plaintains or oxtail soup which is my planned next trip. They also have an influencer photo op if that is for you...(aint for me) read more

Calabash African Kitchen - sample bites - African Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Excellent! We had the red stew, black eye peas, and jollof rice. Everything was perfectly spiced and very filling. The dining room is spacious and comfortable. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and can recommend the perfect dish! The night we were there, there was live music - a wonderfully take eyed saxophone player. read more

Calabash African Kitchen - Jollof rice - African Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Our waitress was great! It was our first time there & she helped guide us thru the menu. The restaurant gave just the right vibes for the style of restaurant that it is. Even though we came at the end of the night the food was still great & fresh. read more

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We found this restaurant about a year ago, and discovering it was the best thing ever! We absolutely love coming here. The atmosphere is amazing, the food is beyond delicious, and every visit feels special. The restaurant is always so clean, welcoming, and beautifully decorated. We love the cultural vibe throughout the space and the décor makes the whole experience feel unique, authentic, warm, and inviting. As a Latino family, we truly love the food here. Every dish is full of flavor and always leaves us wanting more. If you've never tried African kitchen food before, this is absolutely the spot! Take the chance I promise you won't regret it, and you'll definitely be coming back for more. PS: We're going to miss Nyla--she is so sweet and kind--but honestly, you can't go wrong with any of the servers here. They all go above and beyond every single time. We're so happy we found this place and are customers for life! read more

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Honestly you should try it The grounded up veggies and spices make it so good. I don't know why I was nervous. It's a beautiful cozy spot. Food super flavorful tender! AND........NO MATTER what they tell YOU. CHEW that fufu. read more

This was my first time trying African food and it did not disappoint. I have wanted to try fufu. While I was visiting a friend in Las Vegas l, I suggested this place as a we both love food and trying new places together. The restaurant is clean, nicely decorated and staff was friendly. I was torn between two items. The Egusi and the Peanut Butter Stew. The host/ waitress suggested the Peanut Butter Stew so I ordered it with chicken. You can choose your choice of protein (chicken, beef, fish, lamb, or goat for a surcharge) or leave it vegetarian. My friend ordered the Red Stew with lamb. You get a choice of one side to eat with your meal: Fufu, white rice, fonio, or Jollof rice (+$4). We both opted for fufu and I ordered an additional side of white rice. I wanted to try the Jollof Rice, and kind of kicking myself for not. Just means I have to come back on my next trip to Vegas. The fufu was unlike anything I have had before. It's like a malleable dough that tastes like mashed potatoes. You break off a piece and use it to scoop/ eat your soup or stew. The peanut butter stew was delicious, but I did not get a peanut butter taste. The consistency and complex flavors in the stew remind me of a curry, which is probably why I enjoyed it. The restaurant is located in corner strip mall. Parking was easy, good service and the food was delicious so I would definitely come back and recommend it to others. read more

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Atmosphere is very clean, welcoming and music was a vibe. Service was attentive, quick and pleasant. Beef empanadas were pretty good 7/10 Chicken butter stew with Fofo on the side 10/10 amazing flavor and large portions Ginger pineapple juice was tasty for a non alcoholic drink read more

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This was my first experience with Senegambian food and now I can't wait to try more. I was able to taste the peanut butter stew, red stew, and egusi. I loved the red stew with vegetables. The vegetable variety was great, my stew was filled with eggplant, carrots, cassava, cabbage, and potato. The fufu was perfect with the tomatoey goodness. My husband enjoyed the peanut butter stew that was nutty and aromatic. He liked the beef in it too. Everything was seasoned so well. Both dishes were very filling and we left satisfied. I will be back to try more of the menu, maybe on a weekend to enjoy the live music! read more

Calabash African Kitchen - Red Stew "Chu" and fufu - African Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Second time visiting. Food was so good and service was excellent! Grilled Red snapper with the habanero sauce was really good and the jollof rice was just as good as last time. The appetizer sampler is good to try everything and everything was very good. They have music night every week so I'll definitely be checking that out! read more

Calabash African Kitchen - Appetizer Sampler Platter - African Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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This was my first time trying African cuisine! So so so good highly recommended . Serves was great and friendly

The vibes, passed! The service, Nene was amazing! The food, absolutely delicious with an amazing taste profile! I would yap some more but to make this an easy read, everything was amazing! Our server Nene was everything! She was a joy and very informative about the menu since it was my first time trying African food! I will definitely come back! read more

The restaurant is so beautiful, so nice inside, good energy. The live music is amazing, we loved the dedication and the love put into the place, put into the food, and the service. Service was good, they were very nice and gave us samples for our first time! The food was so good, I ordered the oxtail stew, highly recommend with rice. We also ordered the Jollof rice, fufu, egusi, okra soup, and plenty more including dessert. All the food was so flavorful, the spices give a unique taste and the overall experience was just amazing, I would definitely go there with friends and family again! read more

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I have going there for a year. The food is good... but they have a serious customer service problem. When the owner is there things are great, but when she's not, the women working there are rude, disrespectful and get personal with customers. As if they intentionally want to push customers away and sabotage their boss. I told the owner about this problem but nothing changed. Serious management problem. Not going there again read more

My new Bestie introduced me to Authentic Africa food. It was surprisingly Delicious! The chef named Oulay She's simply Amazing, Beautiful, Lovely & Kind. Everything we ordered was Fantastically Magical with Excellent customer service. Will definitely come back again to try other items in the menu's. Thank you for a warm welcome Calabash. read more

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