Ruth's Buka

5250 Foothill Blvd, Oakland
(510) 698-4086

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abisola ipadeola

.I didn't visit the restaurant, but for the African store and I was not disappointed. The owner was very nice and courteous I bought some fresh produce like African yam, plantain, beans and Ijebu garri. From the frozen segment I got ponmo, turkey wings, and got a maltina drink. The restaurant was busy, fresh meals wonderful customer service and the meals looked and smelt very delicious. I've found a new spot for African produce

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Christopher Ndubuizu

Eze is great. The food is amazing. It’s a great place to eat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Steven Ekejiuba

The food here reminded me of back home. I got the jollof, stewing chicken, and plantain. It did not disappoint!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Duraid Abdul

Phenomenal!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shivon Sullivan

The sad part is … I’ve been coming here for a long time, but this time it just wasn’t it. First, the service…. I may have not been able to hear the little girl all the way but I thought she said “sides?” With a little container in her hand. So I repeated it …. Sides? I just shook my head yes….. because at this point she has the container that I wanted … so I’m like …”yeah, that one. “ so then I ordered something else and she said the same thing … so again … I’m like “yeah, girl” . Noticed she sat down and then looked at her sister … like there was a problem, neither here nor there. Now the food, I got my food …. Maybe the end of the day for them… because we for sure got the scraps. Ate it, everything was good…. But now I have food poison. I’ve been in this bed and in the bathroom all day. Thank God it’s my day off, I will never step foot in this place again, and they should have someone check to make sure they are operating a clean and healthy place to serve food. It’s the simple fact that I paid dam near 40 dollars for some food I can not finish, because I am sick. Shame on you guys!!! Shame.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Ashu

The egusi and fufu are excellent - egusi has a lot of flavor, spice and a nice kick. The family that runs the spot is also great: super friendly, outgoing and helpful. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Adegoke Toheeb

Food was good, service was excellent. The taste of the jollof doesn’t leave you - so good!! Definitely a place to try out if you’re in San Francisco/Oakland area (or even farther away).

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jollof Rice Vegetables and Plantain, Meat Pie, Jollof

Mike Littlejohn

I’ve had a bunch of places all over California from southern to central to now this place and This is hands down the best🔥

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amy Wu

There was only a couple tables but we had the chance to dine in. Although I think it's half a supermarket so alot of other customers were taking food to go as well.
Egusi soup with chicken was flavorful and hot. Came end of day so there wasn't much okra soup left so it was slightly warm but I was able to get it mixed with Efo Riro soup and beef. Chicken tender literally fell off the bone and they gave large beef chunks. To me, definitely spicier than the egusi but pairs well with fufu and plantains help cut the spice. Water helps if you're trying to handle the spice.
Or choose the rice plate, we got jollof rice, plantain, and a large turkey wing. Rice was smoky, plantain was sweet still had a slight crunch on it, turkey was yummy and had a tomato sauce with it if you're looking for something non spicy.
Family owned, they had a younger girl working the front and she was sweet got us water bottles and utensils. With the older gentlemen checking up on us occasionally as well.
Yummy food, came out very full and I could make another small meal with the leftovers.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erica Onyekachi Nwankwo

I love the food, the atmosphere and the people. If you’re looking for authentic Nigerian food, this is the spot. Ruth Buka also caters for any occasion. Top tier, high-quality and would recommend to anyone visiting the Bay. there’s also a small grocery shop in the back if you need any traditional African ingredients for cooking. Also try the Zobo hibiscus drink, it’s absolutely delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kehinde Kuti

I had such a great experience here. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the hospitality really stood out. Emmanuel and his niece were incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely funny, it felt like being welcomed by family.

The food was amazing. It smelled so good through the bag that I couldn’t even wait to get home. I literally ate it in my car because I had to try it immediately and I ended up finishing it because it was that good. Fresh and so flavorful!

This was one of those experiences where everything just hits: the food, the service, and the overall vibe. I’ll definitely be back and will be recommending this place to others.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jollof Rice Vegetables and Plantain

jasmine Minton

The $25 is for 1 scoop (ladle) of soup. That is crazy. I feel so ripped off.

Tiffany Grey

The only problem with all of their food is, the spice. The spice is toooooooooooooooo much. A person will have a bleeding ulcer after eating it. I ordered Jollof rice, I can't enjoy the food due to the spice. I'll have to find another spot.......
I ordered pepper soup and the soup was cold. Not cool! It was cold🥶.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3

Mariah Dixon

I have never tried African food but this place has got me addicted to it now. The food was so good and my baby even enjoyed the kale and rice. 10/10

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Meena Saiprasad

Best food I have eaten in a long time. It was almost addictive, so I went within two days to buy the same things. My favorite was moi moi and jollof rice. They had the collard greens that was delicious as well. Service is pretty quick. Ambience is OK. I got it to go and I enjoyed it at home.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jollof Rice Vegetables and Plantain, Jollof Rice and Chicken

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