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4.9 (29 reviews)

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Allison K.

This is the first time I had Congolese food and I am very happy to say that I thoroughly enjoyed all the dishes that came out. The meat pies were so flavorful and delicious- I can eat like at least 10 of those. The chicken was good, maybe a little bit on the drier side, but the plantains on the side were amazing. The fried fish was seasoned well and I think this was my favorite dish out of all! I also tried fufu for the first time here and I loved it. The service was spectacular and I thoroughly enjoyed my time here.

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Parker T.

Okapi Bistro was an amazing experience! My husband and I recommend Okapi 200%, this family owned bistro was a wealth of tasty knowledge. The gorgeous decor totally represented the African culture, The atmosphere was romantically fun and cozy. First time at a African restaurant and trying African cuisine so we ordered the popular dishes and wasn't disappointed and neither will you! We asked Florette lot's of questions, for food & drink recommendations all along the way, don't be shy they love answering your questions particularly about the culture. **grilled smoked turkey tails in photo remembered

Maja J.

Delicious food and extremely friendly owners with a cute atmosphere. appetizer platter is amazing- the beignets and wings were phenomenal. Oxtail was tender a flavorful. Red snapper amazing . Everything amazing

Full Fish Red Snapper

Trying something new for date night. This is an awesome adventure of flavors. The red snapper is extremely flavorful with a slow building heat that will have your nose running in a good way that was perfectly flaky and superb. The fumbwa was dippy sauce that you keep eating but the jury is out as it's a little too fishy for us but we really liked the spinach sauciness with fufu. Thankful for the flo fried rice to help with the heat. Hubby loved the plantains that were crunchy canalized around edges. The beignet was the perfect touch of sweetness closure. Hubby can't wait to try the jerk chicken and other things.

Herbert P.

My wife and I are huge fans of African cuisine. This was our first time tasting Congolese cuisine and it was delicious. We definitely will come back and try the other entrée 's.

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