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    Nile River Restaurant

    4.5 (10 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Vicky B.

    Visited their new location in the Downtown Bazaar. Had the kuku paka which is chicken and rice in a mild curry sauce. It was a very filling portion and flavorful! Service: I went on their second day open and could tell they are still figuring out their operations, but I plan to visit them again soon. Tip: it's easier to read their menu and descriptions online than it is at the counter.

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    Da Afrospot

    Da Afrospot

    4.0
    (6 reviews)
    5.2 mi

    So happy to see some west African restaurants in Buffalo! I got Jollof rice with chicken and stew,…read morefried plantain and Suya. The jollof was a bit bland but the chicken and stew was good! Just wish there was a bit more pepper. You can never go wrong with fried plantain! The Suya was not what I was expecting but was still tasty. I'm used to suya being more dry and would have preferred more Suya seasoning, even if it was just on the side. It is located in like a storefront and there is no seating. I called to make my order for pickup and they were very nice over the phone. They delivered my food to my car and even gave me a free drink since I waited about 5-10mins for my food.

    I hate leaving low reviews for small mom and pop places. I really, truly do. But I am going to be…read morehonest, as I always am. When I heard about this place, I was super excited. I love African food, it's so delicious. Unfortunately, this place was not. We had the jollof rice with chicken and the suya kebab. So, the suya kebab was really greasy, and the meat was cheap. The scant amount of seasoning sprinkled on top was delicious, but it didn't save the otherwise bland and unsalted meat. I don't think grease when I think kebab. Ever. So that was a huge disappointment. The jollof rice with chicken was also just not great. The fried chicken was okay, made well enough, but bland. Not even salted. The rice itself was mediocre. And I'm forgiving with rice because rice is a massive staple of my diet. I don't know, it tasted like it was seasoned out of a box, and reheated to be served. Just bland. Overall, a greasy and bland experience that was sadly not worth the money or the excitement I had to try it. I highly doubt I'll be back

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    Waakye and towards the back is Peanut Soup with Fufu - Added fish to the peanut soup, was delicious just spicy.
    Waakye and towards the back is Peanut Soup with Fufu - Added fish to the peanut soup, was delicious just spicy.
    Jollof w/ meat - This was supper delicious
    Jollof w/ meat - This was supper delicious
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    African Haitian Cuisine

    African Haitian Cuisine

    4.8
    (12 reviews)
    65.5 mi

    I just had to come check this spot out I was curious of the…read morecombo restaurant. The guy up front was very welcoming and explained the origin of the mixed culture. The place is clean, spacious, plenty tables to sit. I just picked up some food to go. I did eat the pâté while waiting on my chicken and rice. It was a bit doughy but very flavorful and spicy. The juices are great. I should've taken some to go. The rice and beans with chicken were a hit as well. Glad to find a bit of home here. They also have a market of food and goodies to buy right next to the restaurant. This is definitely a little gem. Check them out.

    I've never been to this place before but I'm sure I've driven by a million times. The food was…read morepretty good, I could have eaten at least 4 of the fish Somali Sambusas, it tastes like there's curry and other spices, and the outside is so crunchy and delicious. The African pate tastes very similar to an alcapurria. A fritter stuffed with meat and fried. One man served us and we had to wait for him to clean up before ordering. Thankfully I ordered Yelp since it was a bit of a big order, unfortunately I never received a confirmation order, but I just seen our food sitting at the restaurant and asked if it was mine. It was....so we didn't have a long wait time, however the food had gotten cold. I tried to be strategic and ordered for 1:30, since my drive was 30 mins but it was still cold. Thankfully there were pates and sambusas in the hot case still warm, so we got those hot and fresh. The ambiance was a little lack luster. Not much decorum or music, but there is a smaller store on the other side of the restaurant. I didn't get a chance to check it out but next time. If it's two things you remember to try it's the Sorrel (Hibiscus) Juice and the Somali fish Sambusas. I would drive back for those two things alone. The sorrel juice is so flavorful and spicy from the ginger. Those two menu items alone are a 15/15

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    Long-grain rice with tomatoes, onions, spices, vegetables, and meat, cooked together for a sweet and savory taste.
    Long-grain rice with tomatoes, onions, spices, vegetables, and meat, cooked together for a sweet and savory taste.
    Fried crunchy or sweet plantains, a delightful Haitian side dish with a caramelized exterior and tender interior.

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    Fried crunchy or sweet plantains, a delightful Haitian side dish with a caramelized exterior and tender interior.

    Nile River Restaurant - african - Updated July 2026

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