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    Hedzole

    4.6 (47 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Plant Based (No Protein Selection) bowl
    John B.

    The person running the shop thought that I had been in before. This was not the case, mainly because the hours here are quite limited. It has been on my list for a while. I wish I'd been in sooner. The menu left me with the impression that it would be a little bit more of a fast, casual vibe, but the atmosphere is more personalized in the food is higher and quality and better in presentation than you would get from most of those random build a bowl places. The bowl is constructed by default for a balanced meal with a grain, some greens, vegetables, and a couple of delicious plantains. It is vegan by default and I was happy to keep it that way, selecting options for a bit of protein in the mix. My Black Eyed Peas and rice, kale, and a stew based on ground melon seeds were robust in flavor. I added a hot sauce, which was strong in both bite and flavor. Getting water resulted in me, getting charged for a bottled water, which is the main thing I have against them. I would be happy to come back.

    Eric J.

    Food and ambience was excellent!! My go to place for enjoying the food and the culture.

    The ceiling
    Rhonda M.

    Our food was delicious!! The customer service was great! The ladies were warm and greeted us with smiles. The lady that took our order was very sweet and informative. I have a lot of allergies so she explained everything that I was able to eat so I went for the salmon bowl and it did NOT disappoint! My sister had the oxtail bowl and she loved her food as well. Everything was cooked to perfection! All I have to say is I really wish I was going to be in town lover because I would definitely visit again! Chef's kiss!!

    Cameron B.

    Flavors are on point! Adorable setting in Upper 16th area of NW. Vegan options. Did I mention them flavors. It might not be close to many of us but thanks to Food delivery Apps, this can be a delicious lunch or dinner option for anyone. Them flavors tho !!

    Fufu Groundnut (Peanut) Soup with Fufu (vegan)
    Takeya D.

    Whenever you are in the DC area make sure you stop by Hedzole the food is amazing! If you never have tried Ghanaian food please try it you will not be disappointed!! The owner Candice is phenomenal such a beautiful soul. I had the fufu with groundnut soup the soup consisted of a tomato based savory soup made with peanut butter and served with a cassava and plantain fufu dumpling. It was delicious!!! My friend had the oxtail with jollof and waakye rice, steamed cabbage and kale salad she said it was bomb!! Everything was so fresh and the vibe was as if you were sitting in your mom kitchen eating a good home cooked meal!!!! The sorrel drink was delicious you have to try you will not be disappointed at all! Definitely will be back to visit!!! Thank you Candice for your extreme hospitality we greatly appreciate it!!!

    A bowl containing white rice, beef stew with bone-in pieces, fried plantains, and a side of purple coleslaw is placed on a black table. A gold-colored spoon and fork are positioned on a white napkin beside the bowl. A tall, dark-colored bottle of beverage is also on the table. The background includes chairs and a window, indicating a dining setting.
    Moni T.

    This is a Black Woman Owned West African restaurant. When it comes to service the women here are welcoming! it was refreshing, to say the least. It was my first time patronizing this establishment and the woman taking the order was very patient with me and explained everything, especially the stews and her recommendations on which stew to pair with which dish. I ended up ordering the oxtail without a stew because it comes with its gravy. When I got my order, I didn't get much gravy, I let one of the workers know, and she provided me with a cup of gravy and extra oxtail. The oxtail was nice and tender and seasoned well. The coconut rice was delicious and flavorful. The establishment is really small with not enough seating to accommodate guests who want to stay in and eat, and customers who are placing orders to go, to sit in and wait for their orders. Also, the restroom area is awkwardly located in the back of the restaurant and it seems as if you're trespassing into the forbidden area. However, all in all, this restaurant is awesome and I highly recommend it. I pray that they move into a bigger establishment to accommodate all their customers. They were pretty busy when I went.

    The image shows the exterior of Hedzole, a Ghanaian-American restaurant, with a black facade, large glass window, and stone accents at the base. The sign above the entrance displays the name "hedzole" in large white letters and the phrase "PAN AFRICAN SOUL" in yellow. Inside, a few people are seated near the window, and the sidewalk in front is wide and clean. The building above has a brick exterior with several windows and air conditioning units.
    Austin G.

    There are many reasons to visit Hedzole- the food, the drinks, the atmosphere, the owner's story, the neighborhood. Stopping in for plantains on a Saturday afternoon, here's my experience. 1) Food: Serving Ghanaian American food, the main concept is building your own bowls using foods like coconut rive, jollof rice, plantains, and more. They have plant-based options. Or you can order one of their bowls- salmon or stewed oxtail. They sell sides like cabbage, plantains, "red red," and groundnut soup with fufu. 2) Drinks: They sell bottled water, soda, and a hibiscus-based drink. 3) Service: When I walked in, the owner was there serving the food herself. Leaving a career in corporate America, she started with pop-ups, farmer markets, and a residency before opening this spot in April 2023. She's kind and happy to walk you through the menu. 4) Space: It's small, but cozy. There are several tables in a brightly-decorated space on the bottom floor of a 1935 brick apartment building. 5) Area: It's along a commercial area in Sixteenth Street Heights. Moreland's Tavern, a local bar, is across the street. Rock Creek Park is within walking distance. There's free street parking close.

    Ox Tail
    Ben D.

    This place was great and lived up to the hype I got an oxtail jalof rice, and cabbage. It was super flavorful and rich. The oxtails were tender and perfectly cooked. Not over cooked so still held its form but was tender and juicy. Jalof rice had great flavor tomato flavor and rich. Played perfectly with spicy flavor of the ox tail. The cabbage was perfectly seasoned added some freshness and texture to the meal. Inside is small but can sit and is pretty cool homy vibe which I liked. We got it to go. Service is very friendly and nice. Will definitely be back.

    The container holds a cooked fish fillet with a golden-brown crust, shredded pieces of cooked meat, and dark cooked vegetables, possibly cabbage. The food appears to be prepared for takeout or delivery, with a variety of protein and vegetable options.
    Krissy L.

    I had high expectations for this place and maybe it's what I ordered but unfortunately nothing to rave about. I got the rice and black eyed peas with egusi and chicken. The rice had a weird after taste which hurt my stomach. The chicken was a bit salty but I ended up cooking some pasta at home and adding it to it. The plantains were thick and hard and not crispy like how they should be. The service was great though but I Won't be returning.

    Jollof rice, salmon, tomato stew, kale salad, and plantains - A yellow bowl holds a meal consisting of cooked greens, a meat dish with a tomato-based sauce, and a small black container of stew. A spoon and fork rest on the bowl's edge, and a water bottle is visible in the background. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment, with a dark table surface and additional bowls in the background.
    Imani L.

    The salmon was cooked to perfection, jollof rice and tomato stew were super flavorful, and the kale salad had a very nice taste as well. The entire bowl was delicious. Plus the owner, Candace, was very kind, welcoming, and friendly. I will definitely be back!

    Look at those vibrant colors! Very tasty too!! - A disposable plate holds a serving of rice topped with beef stew, roasted plantains, and a side salad made of shredded carrots and kale. In the background, there is a second dish with a purple cabbage slaw and a bottle of water. The setting appears to be a casual dining or takeout environment.
    Abe K.

    After traveling through several countries in Africa from the tip of South Africa to the Sub-Saharan and the Eastern coast of Ethiopia and Kenya and eating lots of Nigerian food, I'm familiar with the flavor of West African food but honestly I couldn't tell you what makes Ghanaian food Ghanaian. However, I do know flavor and no matter what you order at Hedzole, there is so much flavor. Candice is an incredible chef who single-handedly runs the place. I ordered jollof rice with oxtail and the spicy shito sauce (it's got some heat!) with a kale salad which includes pickled onions and a homemade pineapple vinaigrette. The jollof rice was tasty and the oxtail was fall-off-the-bone delicious. The pickled onions in the kale salad cut some of the fattiness in the oxtail and ended up being such a good combination. I also got a waaakye (rice with black eyed peas), egushi stew, and sauteed cabbage. Both plates came with fried plantains. I also tried their sobolo drink which is a hibiscus clove citrusy drink (i forget what else went in it) but everything was delicious. I can't wait to come back. I'm either getting the oxtail again or trying the groundnut soup with fufu.

    Coconut rice, chicken, kale salad, and spinach with egusi stew
    Eunice I.

    I've bookmarked Hedzole to try for at least two months now. My friend frequently sends me restaurants to check out in the DMV area, and as soon as I saw the post for them, I knew I wanted to make a visit. It's across the city from me, so it was quite the drive, but it was so worth it! I got to the restaurant within minutes of them closing, but the owner was very accommodating and made sure to warm up food for me as I had called ahead to be sure I'd have my order ready. I ordered two bowls to go, although I would have preferred to dine in. I just got there too late. The inside is very cute and cozy. It would be a nice spot to sit in for lunch, and lounge for a bit, but definitely not ideal for a larger group. One of the bowls I got was jollof rice, with oxtails and cabbage salad. I had a side of shito sauce. I've been craving home cooked African food for awhile, and for me, this was it!! The jollof had a smoky taste and it soaked up the flavors from the salad and the oxtails. I added the shito to the rice and that added a bit of heat to the dish. The cabbage had a pickled taste, and was very flavorful. I thought the oxtails were tender and succulent, but I would have preferred a bit more seasoning on them. The second bowl I got will be my lunch for next week. I got coconut rice, chicken, and spinach/egusi stew and kale salad. I tried a bit of this and I preferred this plate over the jollof. It's been awhile since I had egusi and the Ghanaian version is very similar to the Nigerian one I grew up eating. It was so tasty, and I never thought to pair it with rice, but it was a great combination. I also liked the kale salad over the cabbage salad. The kale salad was crisp, but also had a bit of sweetness to it. Each bowl also came with sweet plantains that were soft in the middle, but crisp on the outside. The portion sizes are great and will definitely fill you up. I really wish I lived closer to here because I could definitely see myself coming here at least twice a month, but thank God for Uber eats. I highly recommend!

    Oxtails!!!!!  So good
    Toya J.

    Owner was so nice and patient when explaining the menu. Small and cozy atmosphere. Will definitely come back

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    The salmon and food quality is amazing. Great portion sizes and amazing customer service. Highly recommend

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    Thank you so much for your review Wendy!

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    The food was AMAZING. My kids are really picky eaters and ate every bite. Hedzole will be on our weekly rotation for sure.

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    first time here yesterday had the oxtail and jalap rice stamp of approval.. hell it's Friday. I think I'm going back again.

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    Food is impeccable with a warm personal touch that makes you want to keep coming back for more

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