The food is absolutely amazing! I highly recommend this establishment and their delicious menu!

The food and the service were fantastic! I highly recommend if you like food with beautiful spices. It was so flavorful!!!

Terrible I order off door dash never showed so I went in tit was really filthy in there and they don't have anything to receive orders from door dash on read more

If this is your first time trying Somali food, I recommend the Ethiopian Injera as its like a sampler of a lot of their main dishes. Definitely look up their menu beforehand because they dont have descriptions of what each item is. Large portions for reasonable prices. The Sambusas are also amazing, three of them could be a whole meal. read more

Great food, huge portions. Very nice service. Helped explain menu to us. Gave us an appetizer to try off the bat. Reasonably priced. Rice was awesome. Orange potato veggie was great. I would recommend chicken kay kay and the goat platter. Overall great experience, wish we went earlier! read more

Somali Star - the sampler platter - Somali Near Me - Willmar, Minnesota

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Stopped here while on business. It seemed to be the spot to go. The staff was friendly to me which was nice and comforting. They were even out of take away forks and they gave me a real metal one. Very kind as I had nothing to eat it with if they hadn't l. For a sambusa, beef dish with rice and a flat bread item. The meat was a bit too dry for me but it was seasoned well. The rice was very tasty and the veggies were fresh. I liked the sambusa and the Flatbread iTem as well. I wanted to try the other side items as well. It's a cozy store. I'd recommend stopping here if you like different ethnic food types. The sign also said they usually have free soup with any meal but yesterday they didn't. Maybe next time. read more

Somali Star - Beef dish with sambusa and flat bread item. I can't recall the correct name. - Somali Near Me - Willmar, Minnesota

Food was ok. Was made to order so it took a long time to be prepared. Service was good very pleasant

I wanted a gyro so they walked me through to another site. They had shawarma too but I saw it too late. Gyro and Fries were very good. Tried Vitmo and that didn't even make it back to my truck before I drank it. It was sweet but I like sweet drinks. read more

The food here doesn't look good at all my brother ate here he got sick wouldn't eat here at all

Place is not one of the most visually stunning places but the food was great. Is was first time eating so I didn't know what the order but the owner was good at providing guidance. I order Chicken and Beef kay kay, yes it was very good and more than one could eat in one sitting. I also enjoyed the bottled papaya and mango juices with fruit pulp. Pricing was very reasonable. read more

Remove the self-select options for customers and instead provide these with the customers takeout bag: * Straws* * Napkins * Cutlery* * Fountain beverages *Must be wrapped to prevent cross contamination read more

We were in town and thought Somali food sounded amazing. We hadn't had it before but really enjoyed everything. The sambusas and chicken kay kay were fantastic. My husband tried the goat and a sample of it told me it probably wasn't for me but it was a mellow stew flavor and not gamey like I expected. The salad and beans complemented our meals well. Everyone here seemed very laid back and it was a pleasant lunch stop! read more

Stopped because of the reviews while in town on business, was not disappointed. Bashir the owner was helpful in my choice on the menu, brought me out an appetizer to try, and the food was phenomenal. Never had goat before in my life, but the platter was awesome. read more

Incredible flavor. Great portions. Nice staff. Not overly expensive. Highly recommend.

I love trying new foods! I have never had Somalian food, and they did an amazing job! A friend and I walked in and the man working greeted us right away. The front half of the restaurant is more of a lounge with a TV, computer, and places to sit and socialize. The back of the restaurant is a sit down restaurant area. The first table we sat at had a broken seat, so we moved and had a wobbly table. Whatever, I guess, I understand the struggle. It was a Monday evening, and not busy! There were a bunch of people from the Somalian community in the lounge area having a good time watching soccer, and a family sitting in the dining area with us. We were helped right away, and asked questions about foods available. They had beef, chicken, and fish dishes..Were out of some other things (I wanted to try goat). We tried the Sambusa and Chicken Kay Kay. Both my friend and I were thoroughly impressed! They were delicious! Not too spicy, I don't like spice. We both also have food sensitivities to MSG, and neither of us got sick from their food. I will definitely be going back! Good portions, great taste, and good/friendly service. They do take credit cards read more

Somali Star - a plate of food on a table - Somali Near Me - Willmar, Minnesota

Wow. Amazing food. Found this place on Yelp doing the $ search. Was amazed to find a Somalian restaurant in Willmar. The food was really good. Owner was super friendly. Not a quiet restaurant. But the atmosphere was appropriate for a Somalian place. We had the mahargo with chapatti. Super good. The blend of fresh vegetables, jalapeño sauce and the actual magargo made my tongue dance! Astounding value. Excellent food. read more

The food was fantastic and the customer service was really wonderful, I'd definitely recommend getting the coffee!

I went to the Somali Star for a brunch and wanted to try the goat meat and beef sambusa like most of the reviewers recommended. I was too early for the goat meat, so my choices were beef or goat liver. Since my main reason for wanting to try the Somali Star was for something new, I went with the liver. I've never really cared for the metallic flavor of liver before, but it was good. Still a metallic flavor, but was a well prepared meal and with the jalapeño sauce I liked it and my body felt good. I couldn't find the beef sambusa on the menu, must be on the big board menu out front, but I stepped away for a moment and came back with one waiting for me. Not very spicey, but a perfectly fried outside with a slice of lime. Mmmm...really good! The man helping me, assuming the owner, was really kind and helpful. The restaurant is a cafe setting, not very clean or decorated with authentic decor. Maybe it was the new election of Trump that I was aware of this, but was filled with Somali/African men watching the soccer game. I appreciate the diversity in America, but It took me back for a minute thinking of the new government's attitude towards imigrants. To sum up: - Go later if you want the full menu - Try the beef sambusa - Be prepared for an authentic, quality experience read more

The food here is so good. I had the Beef Sambusa, Goat with Rice, and tea. The tea was delicious! Everything was delicious, the food is so flavorful. The people were super nice. What a surprise in the frozen north to find a cultural gem like this. read more

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Very friendly staff! Informed us of the food and gave us pretty solid suggestions. Definitely a home in the wall, but definitely worth a try! read more

EXCELLENT! If you go with friends order the "sport plate." Not on the menu but you get to try everything. Finish with a hot tea (sweetened with frothed milk). Great service. read more

I love the food here! The goat is always tender and the rice is out of this world with flavor. Also, be sure to start out with sambusa. When you are done with your meal, grab a tea latte to go. The Kenyan tea is really good. read more

Sambusas are always a favorite! My favorite is chicken suqaar. I would also suggest chicken sandwich, gyro, and goat meat! read more

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This spot is a great find! A mom and pop hole in the wall style! I love the food here. It's so good and have never had a bad experience

Love love love the goat with rice. And must have the green spicy sauce with lime. Mmmm always super friendly.

We went for a late lunch and were the only people dining. Server was very helpful at explaining the menu. I tried the goat dish and it was very good. Nicely seasoned and the sides were also tasty. read more

What an amazing resteraunt! The food is delicious and menu diverse. The beef sambusa is perfectly spiced and makes me want to return for more. Highly recommend!!! read more

Great food. We bought the "sport platter" and the food was great. The chicken curry was my favorite. I didn't know they serve bananas for desert. read more

We felt so welcomed there and the food is DELICIOUS! I've never had Somali food and boy was I missing out. The food has the best flavor and spices! read more

Great food and good people make for a fantastic place to stop. Store front is not at all fancy but don't let that stop you. Was in town for business and was surprised by just how good all our orders were. Started with really good sambusa and my goat was fantastic. read more