African Restaurants in Edmonton, AB

“This was a great lunch indeed !!! Wonderful flavours and spices in this chicken dish! The accompanying rice was just delicious! The accompanying spice dip was a bit too spicy hot for me but extremely flavourful! The small side of salad had a very tasty dressing that I enjoyed.
There was too much in this order for me to eat in one sitting. The owner approached me and we had a nice chat about food of course , very very nice lady! I’m excited to return and try the other offerings on her menu … this is a great place to eat. The only downside was that there were a few flys buzzing around me and my food and I just find that very annoying but I do understand it’s sometimes difficult to prevent.
And , no fault of the restaurant but other patrons blaring out loud their cel phones behind me watching “ You Tube Videos” so pitiful that these guys cannot put their phones away when dining , or at least have some common courtesy and spacial awareness. Otherwise , the main thing here is the food is wonderful ! I’ll be back for sure.“

“The fact that Village was willing to provide this higher level of service for their customers will stick out in my mind when I choose a restaurant again. Thank you for the wonderful dining experience.“

“This is our favourite restaurant. The portions are incredibly large for the best food ever. I highly recommend the lamb, goat and sweet chicken. So delicious!“

“Food was excellent well prepared plus tons of food. Everything tasted great no bland fast food that has arrived in the city last few years. He took the time to talk to us plus gave some extras for us to taste. Will be going back and taking friends.“

“Came here last night looking for a mango shake and it did not dissapoint. The owner here is very hospitable and kind, I decided to take one beef samosa as well just to try and I regret not buying more, one of the best samosas I’ve had definitely. Will be coming back again“

“It's a great meal. I'm not going to lie: it isn't pleasant inside. It's quite rundown. You come here for a great meal and a very reasonable price. So eyes wide open. I had lunch with a Somali buddy here and he recommended this place. I hadn't been here in years - used to come often when I worked near NAIT. so tasty...“

“Great food, Great music and a fantastic host (Abraham)! I've eaten here regularly since the day it opened and have brought many friends here without a single negative comment or complaint. It is always clean and the atmosphere is perfect in this GEM of a cafe! Sad to note that people have posted negative reviews without taking a mere minute to get their facts straight. This place is really good!!“

“Awesome people good tunes great food“

“I have never had peanut soup before and let me tell you, it is delicious! Like nothing I’ve ever had. Rich flavour, with a blend of meats including some shellfish. I also tried fufu for the first time and it goes so well with the soup. It’s also fun to eat! Please do yourself a favour and try this cuisine out. You will love it! The owner is very hospitable and kind as well. I’ll be back!“

“I really enjoyed my visit to Mareeg restaurant
The food was fresh, flavorful, and the portions were generous.
The service was excellent, the staff was friendly, fast, and very welcoming. Specialy Hamdi.
The ambiance is warm, clean, and pleasant, perfect for dining.

Highly recommended!“

“The food, the flavours, the communal experience, it was so much better than we anticipated. This set a new high bar for us. Will definitely take in another dine in - take out event.“

“We tried a new restaurant last night and it was fantastic! I love Ethiopian food, and wanted to try a place I hadn’t been to before. First thing to note is that the word “Bete” is not the french word “bête,” meaning “beast” (as in animal). It is an Amharic word meaning house, similar to “Beth” in Hebrew and “bayt” in Arabic, as I was told. All this just to clarify that the restaurant’s name is more closely translated as “Africa House,” not “African Beast,” which I ignorantly thought prior to learning this from the owners. We told the host that it was our first time there and that we were willing and eager to learn from him and try new things. He was very helpful and guided us though the menu. Before making a decision, we noticed that some other guests were eating fresh banana with their injera (the ubiquitous crêpe-like sourdough bread served with virtually all dishes), which piqued our interest, Lindsay in particular. When we asked which dishes came with banana, he laughed and told us that they don’t serve bananas, and it’s a common way of eating injera for Somalians, and that those guys arrived with their own banana. Apparently this is a BYOB restaurant. So, with no bananas to be had for us, we decided that the $99 mixed plate was the way to go. As you can see, there is a wide variety of food in this dish. In the middle, ground beef topped with their homemade cheese (similar in texture to feta, not as strong in taste, yet oh so fresh). At first, I was convinced there was mint in this, then I realized it was rosemary. It made it very refreshing. Bottom left is a perfectly spicy lamb tibs in the most delicious red sauce. Next to that is a mild lamb tibs that was juicy and yummy, with a couple jalapeño accents just for fun. To the right was a fried beef strip dish with onions called cha-cha tibs. Up top, a variety of lentil and chickpea mashes, plus pickled beets and cabbage. We ate like the locals, with our hands, using small torn off pieces of injera as temporary, edible utensils, and were endlessly satisfied as we worked our way around the platter. The only problem was, we just couldn’t finish it, so we ended up with a takeaway box of a couple pounds of leftovers (aw, shucks). We had a wonderful conversation with the husband and wife team, who shared so much about their culture, including the beautiful artwork and artifacts throughout the space. We even got to meet their baby, who, I am proud to say, reached out for me to hold her. She was adorable! We also learned that the wife occasionally offers cooking courses. Would you be surprised to learn that my name is on the waiting list? One can’t help but salivate I’m thinking about such a culinary experience. I wish I had discovered it sooner, despite having driven past it countless times (it’s on 111 Avenue across from Tony’s pizza). To be honest, it’s not the classiest part of town (I reported a needle to 311 on our way out), so if you’re leery of that sort of thing, now is the time to get over it and see what rewards await you when you step outside your social and gastronomical comfort zones. Just be sure to invite me along when you do.“

“I recently dined at Bedouin Restaurant in Edmonton and had a wonderful experience. The ambiance was warm and inviting, and the staff was incredibly welcoming. The dishes were flavorful and authentic, with standout plates like the lamb tagine and fresh hummus. Overall, a fantastic spot for anyone looking to enjoy delicious Middle Eastern cuisine. Shout out to the guy who served us he was so incredibly helpful.“

“All the food is so amazing here! The Shiro and the vegan platter are the best though! 💖💖💖“

“This is a wonderful place to enjoy authentic and delicious Swahili food. The manager truly values his customers and provides excellent service. Even though part of my order was missed on a busy night—which is completely understandable—the way they handled it was outstanding. The manager himself personally called me to apologize, which shows great professionalism and care. I truly appreciate that level of thoughtfulness. May God bless you and your business abundantly.“

“Great West African in the heart of West Edmonton! Hidden gem! Try the jollof rice. Straight 🔥!!“

“Best East African Cuisine in Edmonton“

“Love the food and the atmosphere! I never get tired of the jollof rice!!“

“The pricing on this precooked food is unreasonable.

I fully support African businesses, but these costs feel excessive.

Compared to other cuisines such as Vietnamese, Italian, or Indian—where dishes made with rich ingredients are often under $20—the contrast is stark.

For instance, biryani, which is comparable to jollof rice, is freshly prepared and sold at a far more affordable price and does not taste burnt -We want to support African businesses, but fair and mindful pricing is recommended.“