PSA the correct address is 135 S Cameron St, not the one listed on Yelp. It's close enough but you…read moredon't wanna be like me and accidentally walk in a Mexican restaurant just to be told there's no African food there. Food was good, was surprised how flaky the beef patty ($3 each) crust was and how flavorful the filling was. Got the oxtail with rice and plantains, very tender and well seasoned. Was only a bit salty at the end when it was just the rice drenched in the sauce but loved the rest of it. The veggie garnish and plantains on top were delicious as well. Pretty inexpensive yet still quality food! Would get beef patty again and try other dishes when I get the chance next time!

I had the Peanut Butter Soup and FuFu. It was very good, but I am not well versed in Nigerian food,…read moreAfrican food as a whole. I still need to learn more.

Very nice owners, explained every offering and gave us free samosas because it was my birthday…read more They ended up being the highlight. Also, I liked the wall decorations.

Authentic African restaurant with flavorful stews and traditional fufu. They have a limited menu…read morethat is made fresh daily and they are only open on the weekend. The place is small, clean and the staff are very friendly. I tried the beef stew with some fufu and papaya juice. All were great , the beef stew was flavorful but didn't deviate too far from regular beef stew I have had in other places, I wish it was more unique or had more spices , it was still good. The fufu was good but tends to stay hot longer because of how it's packed so be careful burning your mouth. I like to dip the fufu in the beef stew and eat both together . The papaya juice was light and refreshing, a unique drink option compared to typical sodas. Give this place a try if you haven't had traditional African food before. They also gave me a samosa on the house which was nice and a bit spicy , it tends to be oily but was flavorful. Hoping to come back and try other menu items, especially the goat stew. I was a bit surprised that the price for the meal was higher than expected , especially for the amount of food you get and the other options in the area but it's worth it given the authentic food you get.

Enjoyed the food very much. The place was very welcoming and answered any questions we had. I also…read morethink it's genius to have a hand washing station right by where we eat! I came in blind to Ethiopian food but was not disappointed. More than anything I really enjoyed the side vegetables.

I love Ethiopian food and this is the only place nearby so I come here often, unfortunately this…read moreplace misses the mark sometimes. We came here for chicken and beef tibs ( they are always out of lamb tibs) , the beef was overcooked and somehow not hot , the chicken was also not hot , the injera was pretty cold , I am not sure why the injera would be cold to the touch and why they would serve their meat dishes lukewarm , they need to improve their standards here. The food is a lot more than just flavor and this makes it taste much worse. The beef being very chewy and overcooked is another problem that I keep running into, please improve your standards and your cooking. We also tried some samosas which were not flavorful at all and were just packed with plain ground meat. We tried the special mango juice which was ok too. Service is always great and friendly and the place is never busy with a quiet laidback ambiance

Food is absolutely amazing and authentic Nigerian food. If you are near stop by the restaurant, if…read moreyou have a shindig they also offer catering services and the setup is superb.

Our first visit. Service was great. We asked for recommendations and age did not steer us wrong…read more The rice had a little spice/heat but not intolerable. The chicken and stew were nice! We will try other dishes soon!

A True Taste of Home and Unforgettable Hospitality!…read moreMotherland Kitchen is an absolute hidden gem tucked away in Frederick, MD, and it is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic, flavorful African cuisine. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was absolutely amazing. The staff made us feel instantly welcomed, like stepping into a family home. Their warmth and genuine attentiveness truly elevated the entire dining experience. And then there's the food! The meal was nothing short of delicious, and it genuinely made me feel at home. Every dish was prepared with care, showcasing complex and vibrant flavors that were simply outta this world. The spices were perfectly balanced, the ingredients were fresh, and the portions were generous. If you are looking for a dining experience that combines exceptional service with truly authentic and mouthwatering food, look no further. Motherland Kitchen is a 10/10--a cherished find and a beautiful addition to Frederick's culinary scene.

I was craving authentic African food, and I found this place that wasn't too far from my house…read moreThe flavor of the food is amazing. The oxtail was amazingly cooked and the plantains were delicious too. I highly recommend getting FuFu with the oxtail because the combination is the best. I will definitely be coming back here and bringing some friends. Sabina is an amazing woman and so friendly.

Great food, small portions. I've dined in before and the…read morefood was amazing, portion size was great. Had some to take home. Ordered another time on door-dash and the serving size was very small. No left overs, container very skimpy.

Heard about this place through a friend and figured I'd give it a try. Am I glad that I did. Best…read moreoxtail ever. The Jojo rice with goat and cole slaw was absolutely delicious and the quantity was enough for four people. The service was swift and the owner was friendly and engaging. I plan on going back next Sunday for their weekend Red Snapper special.... I'll let y'all know.... lol

Hello Julie's just wanted to thank you for the care you took in serving our group today at your…read moreRestraunt. You and your restraunt family did a beautiful job in accommodating us. Your customer service your attentiveness along with our delicious meals was top tier, i couldn't have ask for a better experience. Thank you so much for your authentic food cooked with love. I appreciated your selections we felt like we were invited guest to your home. Thanks so much Sincerely, Catherine Paige Carlisle, Pa

Well, on Sunday, I woke up late. I slept in because they say God worked six days a week and the…read moreseventh day was the Sabbath a day of rest. Unfortunately, I am not like God. I had to work that day, so I woke up looking for some good energy. After all, that's what food is supposed to do: give you energy. I was on a mission to find a good sandwich that day! I've been looking for a good one since Friday. This was no ordinary sandwich I was looking for; I wanted a bodega sandwich just like the ones in New York City. I went to a place on Sixth Street in Harrisburg, but they were closed on Sundays. Then I went to another place, and they were also closed at 12 noon. I decided, "You know what? You can't go wrong with pizza," but the pizza shop's food was no good either. I finally ended up at Julie's African cuisine place on Cameron Street. The reason I came to this place is because, while delivering Uber Eats, I picked up an order that smelled amazing. I got a chance to talk to the staff, and because I'm a very adventurous eater, I decided to eat there. There was a lady ordering food in front of me, and I said, "Give me exactly what she got!" I didn't know how to pronounce it because I do not speak the language; however, it was delicious. The goat was tough meat and the fish was fried perfect, yet it had a lot of bones and not a lot of meat on it. However, it was still very good! With every bite, I felt like I was teleported over to Africa, hanging out with all the giraffes walking with my bare feet in the countryside then bouncing over to the beautiful city of Ghana dancing away in the nightlife! The food I had is what you see in the picture here! Another thing to know is that I didn't get sick after eating the food, which means they are clean in the kitchen. That tells me everyone is washing their hands and the food is not reheated or sitting out overnight. Being a retired truck driver, I learned that lesson the hard way. Thank me later ;D I hope my review helps you!

For the price very small portion sizes... and the meat in the egusi soup is TOUGH barely edible…read more Will not be returning. Service was good which is why I feel bad writing the review... but food is not good.

From the owner: Delicious West African cuisine: Jollof, Suya (Beef, Chiken, Whole fish,Lamb, Shrimp) , Egusi, Okro,…read moreOnugbu, Nsala, Oha, PepperSoup and more!

I had dinner a Casablanca with my husband and in laws last Saturday when we spent the day exploring…read moreNew Castle and Wilmington, and it was quite the experience. From the outside, it doesn't look like much; in fact, it looks like a bit of a dive from outside. But when you walk in, you are transported. The design of the restaurant is so special - community tables, pillows, tapestries, waterfall features, tiles, and belly dancing. The food was a little inconsistent. We shared many dishes: Bastilla (baked layers of filo dough, eggs, chicken, almonds, sprinkled with cinnamon and powdered sugar); hummus (chickpeas, tahini, crushed garlic, lemon juice, sprinkled with paprika and olive oil, served with pita bread); Spanakopita; salad trio (eggplant salad, cucumber and tomato salad, and carrot salad); lamb tagine (stew of lamb, onions, and roasted peppers topped with honey and served with rice); Moroccan chicken with harissa cumin sauce; mujaddara (cracked bulgur wheat cooked with lentils and caramelized onions); and mint tea. I wish they didn't serve bottled waters, and the food was mostly good but not the most consistent. Our mujaddara wasn't served with the yogurt sauce listed on the menu, and the lamb with the tagine was incredibly fatty, making some of it inedible. The mint tea was really really really sweet - like syrup! I also wish the bastilla had a little less powdered sugar (I like on the dish, but it was A LOT of powdered sugar), and it was quite dry. But the eggplant salad, carrot salad, hummus, and mujaddara (even without the yogurt sauce) were great. I would happily have eaten just those dishes. They were busy - it's a popular place - but service was also a challenge. It took us almost a half hour to get the check and pay. I had to ask for the bill twice and then it still took a while to get it, for it to get picked up, and for it to come back to us. It's pretty bad if I'm considering walking up to the bar to get the check and pay. I loved the ambiance and the character. I loved that you can't tell how amazing it's going to be inside when you see the outside of the building - it's a surprise for sure. Our experience was that the food was a bit inconsistent, but it certainly was a fun meal.

Belly dancer from 7-7:30 and 8-8:30pm. She was very fun dancing on stage and interacting with the…read morecrowd. She encouraged people from each group to learn a few steps from her. Dinner and a show, I'm down! The show was good, but the food was just fine. Everything leaned too sweet for my liking. Our group of 4 got the $30 each 7 course family style meal. Spicy (not even that spicy!! (2/5 spice level IMO)) chicken and the eggplant dish at the beginning were my favorite dishes.