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    Yendidi Norfolk

    4.4 (174 reviews)
    ModerateAfrican, Ethiopian
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Steamed Collard Greens
    Jazz T.

    I absolutely love this place. I will drive all the way here just for their food instead of places closer to me. I ordered the okra soup with cow foot, medium spicy with fufu. It came with another veggie side so I chose their version of collard greens that was seasoned with old bay. I also ordered another side of plantain fufu and a Bissap (hibiscus) drink. The soup was so good! The only issue is that the spicy was dried pepper seasoning clumped in the middle. So, some of my bites were spicy and others had no spice. I ordered it to go for ease, but ate some of it there before meeting friends for ladies night. I'm never disappointed with the food here. Something I noticed was that they had these plantains that I had before from Ghana, so I was excited to find them here locally. The young lady behind the counter/one of the cooks actually surprised me because she was Jamaican and spoke patois. We laughed because I'm like "Ariana, what are you doing here?" (Nicki voice) lol. She was mostly talking on the phone and didn't say much to me but no issues there. The Norfolk restaurant is small inside with maybe 3 tables total. The other side of the restaurant is a small grocery store. Parking is limited and awkward, especially if you have to make the u-turn coming from the opposite direction.

    Okra Egusi
    Zariawn A.

    This was my very first time trying African Cuisine and it was very rewarding! I had the Okra Egusi soup with pounded Yam. I was able to choose my preferred level of spice which was perfect. The Fufu is very soft and fulfilling. The cabbage was my favorite part of the meal it was seasoned wonderfully. Service was quick and well ordered. The shop it self also has a small market to buy food items from. I'll be back to try different variations of the soup and to purchase from the market.

    Got the Beef Stew/Gravy, Pounded Yam, Cabbage Stew 10/10

    Server was amazing! She was working hard and made sure everyone had everything they needed. The food was so good I wish I lived here so i could come back! 10/10

    Yendidi Wings
    Ashleigh W.

    This was my second time having African food and I was so happy that I chose Yendidi for dinner. I've always heard good things about this establishment and I wanted to try something I don't usually have. Upon entry, we were kindly greeted by staff and asked for dine in or carry out. We decided to dine in for the evening. For drinks we ordered the pineapple ginger juice which was absolutely delicious! Fair warning that the ginger flavor is very strong and acidic, but the pineapple flavor provided a balance of sweetness. For our appetizer we ordered the 4pc Yendidi wings which came out hot, crispy, and fresh. They were very tasty and had a nice smokiness to them. I wish there was some sweetness in the seasonings they used to balance some of the salt, but overall an outstanding wing! For my entree I ordered the Chicken Egusi Soup paired with Fufu and Plantains as well as a side of Jollof Rice. First and foremost, the portions were massive! The Egusi could feed 2-4 people on its own. The flavors are very mild in my opinion, but enjoyable. Pairing it with the Fufu amp'd up the taste as it added an extra element of texture. The Fufu was so hot I had to take small pieces of it and eat it really fast lol. I love the culture of eating the Egusi and Fufu with my hands because it made me feel more connected to the food I was eating. This was my first time trying Jollof Rice! The side portion was HUGE, I barely made a dent. The rice was fluffy, hot, and packed w that tomato flavor. I was expecting it to be a little spicy. Even though it wasn't, that didn't take away from how delicious it was! I could definitely see myself ordering that again and having it topped w grilled chicken. The Sweet Fried Plantains were my favorite! They had a perfect char and were to die for when paired w their house peanut sauce. I will order those every time without a doubt. My date ordered the Fried Oxtail Bowl w Veggies, yellow rice, and sweet potato fries. I had a bite of the oxtail and it was seasoned to perfection! The meat just broke away from the bone. The sweet potato fries were so yummy! I always appreciate a crispy sweet potato. Especially when I dipped it into the peanut sauce from the plantain! Must try. The only downside to the evening was that it took 30-40min to get our food but that's just the cost of getting delicious authentic home-inspired meals! If you're looking for something quick this may not be the place for you. All in all, the service was outstanding! I even enjoyed a conversation with the manager who showed genuine interest in our satisfaction of our experience. Thank you Yendidi!

    Jollof Rice Bowl with Fried Chicken
    Jorge I.

    First of all, great food! Really great food actually but service definitely needs a lot of help. We ordered a two meals and it took almost an hour. Next time, I would suggest ordering ahead and making sure you're not that hungry yet. They have an online ordering system so I would definitely do that next time. Food is also on the pricier side but it's quality food so that's not a big problem.

    Egusi soup with chicken and fufu
    Rita D.

    This is my go to spot when I'm in the area. I got medium spicy and it was sooooo good!! Cleared my sinuses but I couldn't stop!! This location is now to go (there were a few tables but not for multiple guests). They are also starting to sell grocery items. I wanted the gari mix but they weren't ready to sell items quite yet.

    Yendidi store front.

    We called to place and order yesterday evening and I have to say I was disappointed there was no egusi. However we ordered two jollof rice to go. This is a take-out (not a restaurant like the photo). We got a call about 35 minutes later that the food was ready. This was the most delicious jollof rice I have had in a very long time. The chips (definitely not "French" were well spiced), the dodo (fried plantain) was excellent and nice and ripe (should have ordered more!). We chose ginger and pineapple for our beverage and it was a little too sweet but we diluted it with water. The ginger and pinneaple were "correct". I look forward to coming back and will definitely order from them again. Excellent food, friendly staff.

    Benjamin C.

    Yendidi Phenomenal. I was craving West African food, so I decided to check this place out on a work trip. I walked in greeted by the host and waiter, Solomon. Shoutout to him for keeping it fresh and classy with the suit. And he was very welcoming and friendly. I asked for what was more traditional Ghana cuisine, and he pointed me to the Joyful Jollof and the Waakye (Rice and Beans). I've had Jolloff before (it was amazing), so I decided to try the Waakye. To my surprise, he said that a drink is complimentary, so I got the Sobolo (Bissap Leaves) tea that had been brewing and circulating in one of those chicfila lemonade machines up front. It was very good - a little sweet and a little bitter. Then, he brought out complimentary Bofrot/Puff-Puff, which are African donuts, as he described them. These were like cake donuts balled up. They were good in and of themselves, but when paired with the honey that came with them - level up! The Waakye finally came out - best for last for sure. You can look at my photos for this post to see what this dish actually consists of. So many wonderful flavors here. It packed some heat for sure! The tomato stew was savory, spicy, with plenty of other rich flavors. Both the fish (mackerel I believe) and the beef paired very well with this sauce. The fish had a smoked/grilled consistency to it with great smoked flavors. The beef was really unique. It was cubed, but the outsides were dry and tough, while the inside was moist and soft. This was definitely intentional, and it made for a really unique combination of textures. Never had anything quite like this. The spicy black sauce was no joke. It had so many rich, savory flavors too and definitely some fish sauce and bits. Flavor explosion with spiciness dominating. You had to keep eating the mountain of red beans and rice and tart-ish cassava grounds to give your mouth a break from the heat. But it was all so, so good. The heat really hits you after you stop eating. And bonus - another complimentary dish. A chocolate cake that was very moist and delicious to finish it all off! All in all, if you want boring food, don't come here. If you want to challenge your taste buds, or just want to try something new, this is hands down the place!

    Jollof Rice and Whole Grilled Mackerel!!
    Maria G.

    They came on my timeline some time back and I always said whenever I am in the area I will check them out. Well that day came and I made a quick u turn to this restaurant. When I walked in, I can feel the vibe that I was in for a treat! The gentleman behind the counter is so kind and was patient walking me through the menu answering any questions that I had. I settled for the joliff rice, grilled mackerel, sweet plantain, grilled chicken and pineapple/ginger juice. Joliff rice- this was a tomato Basil sauce flavor. But the rice is like a nice dry texture so it's nothing wet. If that makes sense. Grilled mackerel- so meaty and full of flavor!! It was so delicious Grilled chicken - tender and packed with flavor. Well seasoned Sweet plantains - you already know Pineapple/Ginger juice- so yum! My favorite drink next to iced coffee and boba tea lol. Rich in flavor, made in house with a great balance of ginger and pineapple. I've been coming here for 4 weeks straight and get the same meal lol. I recommend everyone to check this place out! You won't regret it.

    Ara A.

    Had to pop in for some meat pies and puff puff. The dough was flaky and the meat filling was spicy which was perfect. The puff puff was a little on the over done side as it was browner than usual but still tasty.

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    Food is awesome... Service is great... decent atmosphere.... I will definitely return... This will be my go to place

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    The food from Yendidi is absolutely amazing. Definitely recommend trying the Egusi soup.

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    Delicious!!! The egusi stew is very flavorful. The price is reasonable and they give you a lot of food

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    I got Tasty Kebab for lunch. Its close to Lidl in the Janef Shopping Center. There was no one…read moreinside so i didn't have to wait. If you get a bowl its kinda Subway style so you just choose your toppings and you can watch it be made. The owner is really nice, she is always friendly when I come in. I got egg plant, cucumber, chicken , onions, sauces, and etc. At first I was disappointed at the amount of what she was scooping, but in the end it was a good amount and was filling. The bowl was tasty and I really enjoyed the eggplant. The garlic sauce and hummus was good as well. I'd definitely return. Check them out!!

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