This is a late post, but our experience this past summer was too good not to share. Our group of 10…read morevisited while attending a nearby retreat, and we had a wonderful experience. There was no wait, which was perfect for a group our size. The owners themselves served and cooked, providing friendly, personal service that made us feel truly welcomed. We tried a variety of African dishes, many of them new to us, and the food was plentiful and flavorful. They were happy to share their culture through the food and explain the dishes, which made the experience even more meaningful. I would definitely recommend Sepelas for authentic African cuisine and warm hospitality.

I ordered an Egusi soup and a fufu. Both were delicious! I went there in the early afternoon for a…read morequick pickup lunch, and the food I got was just warm and ready to eat. The lady was so friendly and nice, and the inside was clean, with plenty of seats for dining in.

We tried this place on a whim. My son had heard about the place and said, let's give it a try…read more Great food and it was matched by the friendly lady that runs the place. We will definitely visit again!!

I don't know Zambian cuisine, but it's claim to be the only one in the country??? Well, that's…read moreworth a try. It's been a few months since I've been there, but it looked like it was transitioning from a different restaurant (BBQ joint?) so maybe the decor was in flux. Very food court look. We tried the Emma's Platter and the goat meat. The flavors were all fine, but I don't know if anything stood out or was strongly seasoned. The ginger drink, on the other hand, was very punchy and well-appreciated. They said it's made on-site. So... not knowing Zambian cuisine, I don't have anything to compare it to. The seasoning and the tastes did not spring forward. The ginger drink was the most memorable of it all.

The fact that I'm the first review in 3 years on yelp for this restaurant is CRIMINAL. This place…read moreis SO good. I had wanted to try egusi soup and fufu for years (thanks top chef) and I was finally able to right in the middle of cornfield, USA. I can't even begin to explain how yummy this was. I got a large serving of goat egusi and plenty of fufu for the dish. It came out hot, and fresh. I don't handle spicy things very well an I thought the meal to be absolutely tolerable. Seasoned, but not spicy. My date got the beef skewers with plantains and they were equally delicious. I can tell they make everything fresh, so it's not necessarily a quick "pop in pop out" eatery, but if you have 2 hours to slow down and eat a great meal, I highly suggest this restaurant.

Delicious!! We got the goat and kwanga (cassava) at the recommendation of the staff. Goat was…read moretender and had a really savory tasty light sauce. Cassava was delightfully bouncy and chewy. Can't wait to come back!!

The best taste of African food in Urbana-Champaign. Good customer service delivery. I totally…read morerecommend.