I think that this place could be so much better, if they may be hired better cooks. I'm not sure if…read moreone of the owners is a cook or it's a family owned business, but one thing I've learned family is not gonna take your business as serious as you would. The last time I went there, I ordered the goat stew, almost 40 minutes before I arrive. Once I got there, they said oh we're out of goat, they asked if I wanted beef, no one called me no one communicated. I was very shocked that they had someone that supposedly is supposed to be at the front at the register. A Caucasian lady, but the whole time I was there she was in the back, talking, laughing joking. When she told me they had no goat and if I wanted beef, I said sure, but why no one never called me, no one never communicated to me that you guys were out of goat and she just stood there and looked at me crazy she didn't say oh my gosh I'm so sorry you know I'll see if I can talk to my manager to see what we can do for the inconvenience. I didn't drive, I was in a Uber. So with Uber you only have a time limit at each stop, but thankfully the Uber driver was so nice and pleasant and I explained the situation and they didn't leave me. And I had autistic individual with me as well, so that could've been very bad. I know she just looked at me crazy because she was supposed to call and reach out and let me know something. So the whole time I'm there. I'm waiting for her to you know come talk to me or something. She's in the back just laughing and joking and you know just back there not upfront. As people were coming in, she'll come poke her head out and then go back in the back. I'm like what are you here for you not to cook so. I've been to Yendidi so many times, every time I've went there's always somebody at the front whether it's a guy or a woman. I've never seen a person that's supposed to be in the front, in the kitchen the whole time as if they're cooking. When I got my food. the beef was actually goo, they only gave me three pieces of beef two medium size pieces and a small piece which I was upset about. They could've gave me like more especially I be had I had to wait. Nobody called me or anything. The pounded yam, which I was so shocked that you have to pay for separately now it's not something that you can request as a side with your meal like how you used to be able to, on DoorDash that's how it is. The pounded yam was very soggy. My only issue with this location, is they just don't seem like they really care to put effortin, Idk if they lost their spark or care to deliver great food. I think that they give mediocre because they're not really interested in sharing their culture with Americans, it feels like they give us very poor quality food because they know half of us don't know the difference. But that's a bad look because individuals who are from their culture that come and look for authentic food come and eat. I've seen reviews were they review saying how they're not making authentic food, and selling old food. So it's very unfortunate. The places that I used to get very good African food from are no longer open, which is unfortunate. Covid took them out of business or they relocated to another state, and they were really really good and consistent very pleasant. So Yen need to work on, customer service. They need to work on quality, because all it takes is for someone to open up a restaurant, serve the same food. & They really have a heart and love for cooking and seeing people enjoy wonderful food with pleasant customer service and very consistent food Quality, only takes for one business like that, to come to close a lot of places down.

Food was delicious. Service was prompt and waitress was kind and attentive. I will definitely be…read morereturning.

If you're looking for the most authentic West African cuisine in the 757, look no further than ES…read moreAfrican Kitchen! We tried the jollof rice with chicken, egusi stew with fufu, and the meat pies--everything was absolutely amazing. The flavors were rich, the food was clearly made with love and attention to detail, and the portions were generous. The customer service was excellent, making us feel truly welcomed. We loved it so much that we came back the very next day for more! This is hands down the best West African food we've had in the area. Highly recommend!

This restaurant shows open but it's not even there when you go to it. Abandoned restaurant. Need to…read moreshow online temporary closed!

My belly and heart are so full after going here for lunch. I got the fish (tilapia) lunch special…read morewhich was a WHOLE FISH grilled to juicy perfection and a mild yet flavorful sauce. The side of rice was plentiful and onion sides were a nice touch too. We were greeted with smiles and genuine friendliness, felt like family greeting you. Finally, the place was clean, tidy, and decorated with west African adornments, which I loved. Oh, and service was even quick, maybe only a 10-15 min wait for our three large meals

Wow. Simply fantastic. I knew this place was promising when I pulled up and saw that it was at a…read moregas station. Thue Curry with chicken, fish fatayas, and a side of joloff rice. First, the curry was piping hot. This really made a huge difference because it just made the flavors pop. The chicken was fall off the bone, and the powerful curry and onion flavors really did my soul some good. I could have done with white rice, but I wanted to try the joloff. The curry pairing with joloff rice turned out to be just fine. The fatayas were FRESH. Piping hot, crackling crispy, and flavorfully deep on the inside. The ginger and lemon juice was a perfect drink to combat all the spices and heat. Excellent meal!

Pretty Yummy!…read more Service was super good! Really nice inviting atmosphere! We tried this place after my niece saw it on TikTok or YouTube or one of those things. I'm too old to figure it out.

Came here today for the first time today and the food was amazing!!!!!! Our server was soo sweet…read moreand just so attentive to our needs. The ambiance of this place is set up sooo pretty, like full of color and life. You will not be disappointed.

The food is very delicious. The people there are very friendly and they explain the different…read morecuisines they offer. I had Jollof Rice and fried tilapia in a red sauce. All well seasoned and full of flavor. The portions are very generous, enough for a big meal and even leftovers. Also, it's great to support local and family businesses. It's best for carry outs.

It was first experience (location and cuisine) . The place is small and intimate enough for table…read moreof 2 . The rice was very tasty . I'm a lil bummed i only got 3 plantain but the goat was good ! Nice lil kick to it ! I did have a bit of a wait between 15-20 . Overall this place was cool .

I came down from DC to visit family and was craving some really good chicken, and this place did…read morenot disappoint. From the moment you walk into Piri Piri Chicken, you can feel how warm and welcoming the atmosphere is. It really makes you want to stay and enjoy your meal. The food is honestly amazing. Everything is flavorful and cooked perfectly, but I highly recommend the EL Rey plate. It is a must try. On top of that, the prices are super affordable, which makes the experience even better. Definitely a spot I will be coming back to every time I am in town!

We've been going to Piri Piri for years now, ever since my mom moved in nearby. The staff are so…read morekind and always smiling. Whenever we dine in, they always make us feel welcome. We honestly have no idea what everything else on the menu is like, because we always get the half chicken with beans, rice and pico, and the delicious jalapeño corn muffins. The chicken is always super tender; the sauce they cover it with is so delicious; the skin is always the perfect amount of cooked and packed with flavor. They have a very spicy sauce that my partner loves, and I always get the orange sauce. There are others! The drink selection is quite good, with a ton of variety. They even had the seriously-rare grapefruit Jarritos the last time I was there. It's my favorite, but for some reason nobody ever has it! Thank you all for such good food and your kindness over the years!

Party of 4 - 2 adults and 2 teens. All-in, bill was $193…read morefor dinner. Included nacho appetizer, 3 burgers and 1 catfish plate. Ouch! -$40 had we all drank water. While the food was good and service was excellent. I doubt we'll return simply because of cost.

We ate breakfast here having stayed on property at the Williamsburg Lodge. We were told breakfast…read moreis first come first serve and we arrived right at 7am when they opened and were seated promptly. They offered entrees but also a breakfast buffet. We opted to do the buffet, which was great and fresh since we arrived right at opening. The buffet had a lot of variety and everything tasted very flavorful.

Went on friday, it was mildly busy but the cashier was very sweet and my food took about 10-15…read moreminutes. The food was amazing as well, i highly recommend one of the pasta or entree dishes.

My husband surprised me by ordering dinner from Jam Café because I've always wanted to try this…read morecuisine, but every time I've called before, they were closed. I was so excited to finally try it. Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing. When my husband got home with the food, we realized one of the dinners was missing. When he called the restaurant, they went back and forth with him, insisting he had the item and confusing it with a veggie tray. It was very frustrating and unprofessional. I drove all the way back from my home in Chesapeake to resolve the issue. While there, I also returned the glory greens because they were clearly not fresh or properly prepared. I asked to swap them for cabbage, but the cabbage wasn't fully cooked. After waiting an additional 10 minutes, they asked if I would prefer a refund instead. I then had to wait another five minutes just to receive the refund. Throughout the entire interaction, the staff was rude and showed no empathy for the inconvenience -- especially considering I had to drive all the way back after my husband had already brought dinner home. Overall, this was a horrible experience, and sadly, the food was even worse. I truly wanted to love this place, but I will not be returning

This place is a gem. The food, and service are incredible. The staff are friendly, and welcoming,…read moreas is the overall atmosphere. Everyone there is in a good mood every time we go there. Probably because Ethiopian food is wonderful. Things to know if you have never eaten Ethiopian food: * A bread called injera is used to eat with. Silverware is available if you prefer. * It is a very vegan, and vegetarian friendly cuisine. * It is spice rich, flavorful food. Some people find it hot. You can order it less spicy on request.

5/2026 I came back and again, easy ordering over the phone. They no longer have Doro wat except…read morefor catering. They graciously made me something similar. I got the lentils and peas as side items. The injera was great. I felt the sides were a little under cooked, but the flavors were good. I had enough injera left over to make my own Doro wat.