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    Keur Coumba Restaurant

    3.1 (32 reviews)
    ModerateSenegalese
    Open 12:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)

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    Casual
    Loud
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Janet S.

    The food was great, just what we wanted. Thieboudienne literally translated means the rice of fish in the Wolof language. The portion was enough for 2-3 people. Nicely flavored broken rice with huge chunks of fish and chicken, because we ordered one of each. Well actually we did not order anything. We were the only two gringos in this part of town today and the only English speaking people in there. It was fast and furious and busy and everything I pointed to the lady said No No No. Finally a Senegalese lady customer took pity and ordered for us. We had no idea what we were getting and it did not matter at that point. I had no idea what it cost, what we were getting or when it was coming. All part of the adventure, Senegal without the airfare. Our French is passable but not in here. The ambiance is that of a busy Senegalese cafe, it's not date night.

    Thiebou Djeun to go. Never mind my electronic mixer.
    Oliver S.

    Came here because a colleague recommended it. I got off at the wrong train station and Columbia- the closest I'll probably ever get to an Ivy League. I hiked through the little park and found my way to Keur Coumba. The service was quick and attentive, though they weren't busy. I was told to get dibi and the thiebou jien. Both were good- Easy for two people to eat.

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    Brittany D.

    If you haven't had Senegalese food yet you need to make your way to 116th. Walking down the street you will find many options to try. I picked Keur Coumba, because I was after one dish in particular. Maafe! Maafe is a peanut stew. It is served with rice but I just eat it like soup. I went around lunch time on a Saturday and was seated right away. The place is small only 10-12 tables.

    Food is decent large portions but slow service.

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    4 years ago

    Food is very delicious. I go every payday for the lamb and chicken . Prices are very fair as well !

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    5 years ago

    I ordre from home and everytime I call in to place my order they rush you and Hung up the phone . Very bah customer service. Rude to death

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    8 years ago

    No professional the service is bad this place is the worst place to get a west African food in New York Custemer service 0

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    9 years ago

    Best dibi (Senegalese BBQ) ; just like back home. The ladies are friendly and welcoming. I recommend this place.

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    10 years ago

    Real African Food, Decent prices... Overall nice experice

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    7 years ago

    Horrible customer service, they served me cold food l, and the hostess was very disrespectful

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    Pikine - Senegalese Restaurant

    Pikine - Senegalese Restaurant

    3.9(125 reviews)
    0.2 miHarlem
    $$

    Excellent service! Good food. Great location. LOVE the educational map of Africa!…read more The only reason for docking a star is the jollof was not the best and the lamb was a bit less juicy than preferred. We were an odd party of 5 and it was packed inside - they played Yahtzee with a couple parties who didn't yet have food and were seated at larger tables for their small party just so we could sit. Then, moments after a table left they moved us and merged tables so we could comfortably dine. This was so intelligent and comforting imo. Most managers/owners would be afraid to do that, but when you're dealing with mom & pop cultured businesses they make you feel a part of the village so make it work for everybody to eat & enjoy. They handled it professionally and with respect to the customer as we listened in to how they managed. They were fast, helpful, on it from entry to exit! I appreciated the cushioned seating. The fresh ginger juice was amazing especially after all the singing we'd done. They were helping us pronounce the dishes and the presentation was nice. The portion was large enough for leftovers. While they were out of most menu items and handling a large catering order, it seems they're popular for a reason and I'm happy they're doing well. Go, enjoy!!

    Found parking in front and went inside during peak dinner hours. The inside was dimly lit and has…read moreplenty of seating. The dining area was packed and there were lots of people. The ambiance was loud and there were also tv playing. Once we sat the waiter came over and gave us menus. everything looked great and prices were awesome. We got their recommendations: the dibi lamb and dibi chicken with our choice of a free side. we got white rice and vermicelli The lamb was cooked good and the hot sauce was fantastic. The Chicken was a bit burnt but very juicy nonetheless. It was my first time trying Senegalese food and i am looking forward to coming back here! Very flavorful and nice staff i really like it! Come here when you're in the area A+

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    Pikine - Senegalese Restaurant - #1 dish on the lunch menu . Fish stew with vegetables over rice

    #1 dish on the lunch menu . Fish stew with vegetables over rice

    Pikine - Senegalese Restaurant - Chicken with exotic rice.

    Chicken with exotic rice.

    Pikine - Senegalese Restaurant - Thiebou Djeun (Rice w/ Fish including cabbage,carrots, yucca and many other vegetables)

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    Thiebou Djeun (Rice w/ Fish including cabbage,carrots, yucca and many other vegetables)

    Cafe Rue Dix - I ordered the Mafe and it was so good. Felt like a much needed home cooked meal.

    Cafe Rue Dix

    4.0(483 reviews)
    8.9 miCrown Heights
    $$

    I ordered take out from here and the Senagalese flavors did not disappoint. I ordered the thiebou…read morejen which is my favorite Senegalese fish and it was really good. I also got a side of the onion confit which is typically served with the yassa and it was also really good on the jollof rice. I got it delivered and it was hot and as ordered. I'll definitely make sure to get food from here whenever Im in the area since I cant regularly get Senagalese food at home.

    The good: - food is INCREDIBLY delicious, like out of this…read moreworld good. We tried the beef empanadas and mushroom croquettes for apps, dibi senegal (grilled lamb chops with rice and plantains) and the mafe (peanut stew with beef)-- nothing was left on our plates at the end. The things that can be improved: - the service was quite chaotic- we had made this reservation days in advance and were seated and had already placed our order for appetizers (or so we thought) when the waiter regretted to inform us that we'd have to be moved to a different table. The table we were moved to was right in the middle of the restaurant but by the door and it felt like we were being bumped into all night - as it turns out, the waiter moved us but never did place our appetizer order. So we waited, and waited, and no food came. They even served a table who came in after us! We did find it super strange but figured maybe our food was taking longer? Anyway eventually the waiter realized what happened and came over to take our order for the apps and also our entree (as at this point we had been seated closer to 45 mins). He also offered us each a free drink "on the house" if we wanted as an apology for the wait. Two of the three of us took him up on the offer and ordered two mocktails. As it turns out, at the end of the night when we got the bill, both of these mocktails were added on to our bill, despite what we were told that they'd be "on the house" - my friend ordered a dish to go - which she wanted to take for her mom- and they forgot to add it to the bill or place the order so at the end of the night my friend had to leave empty handed and disappoint her mom who was very excited to try the dish. Overall: The food is phenomenal. The service can be significantly improved.

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    Cafe Rue Dix
    Cafe Rue Dix
    Cafe Rue Dix

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    Chez Jacob - Fish pastelle

    Chez Jacob

    3.5(48 reviews)
    0.9 miHarlem
    $$

    I was on my way to the Schomburg and remembered this little gem was close enough so I planned to…read moremake a pit stop. As I only had 45 minutes, I knew based on previous experience that I wasn't going to have enough time to properly savor and enjoy an entree. Chez Jacob is busy and their service is very lax, so it is best if you are in no rush. Don't expect warm and fuzzies. I've previously had a taste of their fried fish with traditional Senegalese sides and enjoyed. This time on a crunch, I ordered the fish pastelles/fish pie (appetizer). This is definitely what my people call a "pastelito." It was filled to the brim with stewed fish which had a really nice kick to it and served with a red (tomato based?) sauce. It was good and not very spicy. I loved that the pastel did not feel or taste oily. I imagined I would get two, but the order was for four. At $2 a pop, it was a hearty appetizer at a great price. I ended up taking half home and they were great later. In any case, what I really knew I couldn't leave without is their heavenly ginger juice. I crave it often and have yet to find a ginger juice that competes. Homemade to perfection, the spice of the ginger will linger and clear up any ailment you may have with the absolute quickness. My sinuses revere this juice. It's in the fridge next to the register for $4. All in all, Chez Jacob is a winner in my book, and I look forward to tasting more of their dishes when time permits!

    Here's the Scoop! After attending a concert at a church in…read moreHarlem we decided to get some dinner and I was hungry. My husband's long time friend trombonist Craig Harris said let's go to Chez Jacob's for dinner. Upon entering its small but space utilized well. Seats about 15 people. 2 large booths and 1 small booth. It gets crowded quickly. The lighting is medium strength and there's a counter to order to the right of the entrance. Many delicious sounding items on the menu. Large screen TV showing African music videos. I ordered the seared Tilapia with Salad & sweet plantains. My husband ordered the lamb slices with white rice and veggies. Hot bread/butter was given while we waited for our meals. Our meals came and the portions were large. Large piece of Tilapia and beautiful salad. Some back heat seasoning on the Tilapia and I thought I wouldn't be able to handle it but the salad and plantains help put out the fire. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Check my pics. I will definitely come here again to enjoy another tasty meal. My fellow Yelpers come and check it out!

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    Chez Jacob - Theeeeee king of all ginger juices

    Theeeeee king of all ginger juices

    Chez Jacob - Roasted lamb shanks ( menu reads leg of lamb)

    Roasted lamb shanks ( menu reads leg of lamb)

    Chez Jacob

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    Le Baobab Gouygui 2 - C

    Le Baobab Gouygui 2

    4.0(52 reviews)
    8.4 miBedford Stuyvesant
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    Stopped by here the day I landed in New York as I was recommended this place by a friend and it was…read moreamazing. I don't have much experience with Senegalese food but after trying the Thiebou Yapp here, I'm very much a fun. Super traditional vibe which adds to the homecooked comfort style of the food. The portion sizes were incredible for the price and the lamb was cooked to perfection. The spicy onions added the extra kick to really round off the flavor and the rice complemented the sharp flavors so well. Can't wait to come back the next time I'm in New York.

    My partner and I visited Le Baobab Gouygi 2 today for a late Sunday lunch, per a friend's…read morerecommendation. It's a casual spot where you seat yourself and order at the counter. We started with a bag of small, cornbread-like buns that were slightly sweet and so delicious--perfect for snacking before the main dishes arrived. We also ordered two homemade drinks: the Senegal ginger drink, which had a bold kick to it, and the bouye drink, made from baobab fruit, which was creamy, slightly tangy, and refreshing. We'd never tasted anything like these. Both were unique and complemented the flavors of the food, which came out quickly. For our main dishes, we tried the Chicken Yassa, a traditional Senegalese dish of marinated chicken cooked with caramelized onions, lemon, and mustard. It had a wonderful tangy flavor with tender, flavorful chicken that literally fell off the bone. We also had the Thiebou Djen, the national dish of Senegal, which is a savory, tomato-based fish and rice dish cooked with vegetables like carrots, cabbage, and cassava. I opted for red jollof over yellow and loved the crispy parts. This dish was rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. We wanted to try the Fataya (fried fish or meat turnovers) but unfortunately, they were out. Despite that, we had more than enough food; we left feeling stuffed and still took home a large to-go container. The food came out quickly, and the staff was prompt with bringing water to the table. Overall, it was a great West African dining experience with generous portions and authentic flavors. We'll definitely be ordering their delivery!

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    Le Baobab Gouygui 2
    Le Baobab Gouygui 2 - Grilled lamb shank and plantains

    Grilled lamb shank and plantains

    Le Baobab Gouygui 2 - Thieray (tomato sauce) - Senegalese couscous with marinated lamb 10/10

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    Thieray (tomato sauce) - Senegalese couscous with marinated lamb 10/10

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