West African Restaurants near Lanham, MD

Tempoo Restaurant and Lounge American • $$
9424 Annapolis Rd Suite B, Lanham

Customers` Favorites

Stewed Chicken w Jollof White Rice Rice and Peas
Stewed Chicken with Jollof White Rice & Peas
Jollof Rice with Chicken Stew and Kale
Red Snapper with Fried Yam
Jollof Rice Fried Plantain
White Basmati Rice
Curry Chicken W
Meat and Fish
Braised Oxtail
Caesar Salad

“really good, quality food and service at very fair prices- TJ (owner) was fantastic and takes care of each customer like they were his own family/friend. the suya, goat, fish, and plantains were all perfectly prepared and delicious. definitely highly recommend this spot not just for quality but also level of service from the owner/staff - A++ / 10 out of 10! *and they just got their liquor license as well!“

4.4 Superb60 Reviews
Joyful Heart African Cuisine West African • $$
10631 Greenbelt Rd #101, Lanham

Customers` Favorites

Spicy Goat Stew with Jollof Rice and Plantains
Pounded Yam with Egusi Soup

“Tried for the first time and the food was really good. I got the okra soup with goat meat and pounded yam fufu. The staff was helpful. The portion size was a bit small (only comes with two pieces of goat meat but you can purchase more) and it was expensive (I paid and $25).“

3.4 Good31 Reviews
Mansa Kunda Restaurant African • $$
8000 Flower Ave, Takoma Park - 7.62 miles

Customers` Favorites

Blueberry Hibiscus Bread Pudding
Toasted Almond Bread Pudding
Upside Down Pineapple Cake
Traditional Jollof Rice
West African Restaurant
Benachin Chep Bu Jain
West African Cuisine
Grilled Fish Atieke
Akara Fritters
Blueberry Cake

“So many folks have been drawn to the new kid on the block, Koma Café, but don’t forget about the welcoming, delicious and expansive Mansa Kunda at the corner of Flower and Erie Aves. There is plenty of interesting space to enjoy a meal, a quiet afternoon coffee or a friendly drink. You can even sit on a chair made from a traditional West African drum. There couldn’t be a more gracious host than Hatib who serves brunch in addition to lunch and dinner. This morning he welcomed five of us for a 10:00am feast, first asking if there was anything we didn’t eat (meat for the most part) but yes to eggs. We trusted him to surprise us and indeed he did. The veggie omelets were tender, whole wheat rolls still warm, the home fries crunchy and rich and the Brussel sprouts delicious. There were small coconut fritters, lightly fried and dusted with powdered sugar. So tasty! The brunch menu at Mansa Kunda includes familiar favorites like blueberry pancakes in addition to traditional West African dishes. Peanut butter chu anyone? It’s open from 10:00am to 9:00pm every day with Happy Hour from 4:00 to 7:00. Hatib is also an excellent baker so the sweets are a treat. We’re very lucky to have Mansa Kunda in the neighborhood. If you haven’t been there already, you’ll find something special to enjoy.“

4.4 Superb106 Reviews
De Ranch Restaurant and Bar African • $$
3511 Maryland Ave, Cheverly - 3.22 miles

Customers` Favorites

De Ranch Restaurant African Caribbean
Jollof Fried Rice Redstew
Smothered Pork Chops
Brown Stew Chicken
Cassava Leaf Soup
Soup Served With
Bitterleaf Soup
Nkwobi Delicacy
Vegetable Soup
Curry Chicken

“The best restaurant in USA“

4.3 Superb145 Reviews
Aduke's Kitchen Koko Lounge African •
7733 Riverdale Rd, New Carrollton - 1.05 miles

“Aduke’s kitchen DOES NOT DISAPPOINT. Period. Catered two events with this business and both brought on the WOW factor. Some people caterer as a business and means of income, others as a passion and something they enjoy. For Aduke’s kitchen, it’s so clear to see this is a passion because the service and excellence is amazing, thoughtful, and tasty!“

4.7 Superb31 Reviews
Koité Grill African • $$
4936 Edgewood Rd, College Park - 4.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Kabos Jollofrica & Grilled Onions
Large Lamb and Chicken w Rice Combo
Large Dibi Goat with Plantain Combo
Large Goat and Chicken w Rice Combo
Large Lamb and Goat w Rice Combo
Small Dibi Lamb w Rice Combo
Dibi 3 Meat Combo
Ginger Pineapple
Hibuscus Bissap

“Granted I haven't been to their restaurant locations, their pop-up location that features their food truck in Forestville Plaza is where my mom was blessed to bring some of their food home for the family to try. Quick story, one weekend I was driving by with her in my vehicle and suddenly we smelled a delicious aroma as well as saw smoke coming from the grill. She noted the place in her mind this weekend she was able to venture there. She relayed that they had a good amount of customers ordering food but the personnel was so patient, kind, and helpful. She brought home some grilled chicken, lamb, jollof rice, macaroni and cheese, and green beans. Majority of the meat and jollof rice was in one container, but altogether enough to feed a family of three people with huge appetites. Everything was delicious, but my favorite was their grilled chicken! It paired nicely with their mustard sauces, especially the hot mustard sauce! They also have The most unique and delicious joloff rice I've ever tasted in my life! The taste of Senegal cannot be compared! I've tried other West African food, but Senegalese food stands out like no other! Originally, Ivorian food was my favorite, but now I can add Senegalese food to my new list of favorite West African food! You have to try it - you won't regret it! I look forward to going to one of their restaurant locations!“

4.6 Superb34 Reviews
Chez Dior West African • $$
5124 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville - 4.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Lamb with Plantains
Jollof Rice with Chicken
Jollof Rice with Fish
Senegalese Couscous
Tiebou Dieune Red
Dibi Lamb Chops
Cassava Leaves
Yassa Chicken
Yassa Poulet
Grilled Fish

“Succulent and varieties of Senegalese meals to eat“

4.3 Superb61 Reviews
Jolloff Etcetera African • $$
11237 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring - 8.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pounded Yam with Egusi Okra Bitterleaf Oha Vegetable Efo Ewedu Etc
Afang Ukazi Eru Served with Goat Meat Beef or Assorted Meat
Jollof Rice with Fresh Fish and Plantains
Goat Head Left & Cow Foot Right Soup
White Rice & ATA Dindin
Pounded Yam and Ogbono
Pounded Yam and Egusi
White Rice & Stew
Side Jollof Rice
Okra Soup & Fufu

“Love the food and the customer service“

4.1 Good194 Reviews
Vieve's Cuisine West African • $$
12737 Laurel - Bowie Rd, Laurel - 6.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Spicy Plantain Kelewele
Peanut Butter Soup & Fufu
Goat Meat Stew with Rice
Okra Soup with Banku
Fried Plantain
Jollof Rice
Pepper Soup
Fried Fish
Meat Pie

“Really great fresh food. Super awesome staff. Great place to take friends and family for authentic food.“

4.4 Superb28 Reviews
Lady Lydy's Special Achu West African •
15210 Old Chapel Rd, Bowie - 6.73 miles

“The food is good very clean environment, and customers service was awesome.

Vegetarian options: Spinach

Parking: Parking is available and near by

Kid-friendliness: Safe areas for kids to sirmt

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp at the entrance“

5 Superb10 Reviews
The Hunger Tamer African • $$
8730 Cherry Ln #4, Laurel - 8.29 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Yam with Whole Grilled Pampano Fish
Boiled Yam with Egusi Spinach and Fish
Okra Soup-1 2 Pan Fish & Goat
Jollof Rice with Red Snapper
White Rice Any Soup
Waakye with Chicken
Rice and Peas
Plantain Fufu
Jerk Chicken
Pounded Yam

“Top notch service and the food is amazing!!!! So many options to choose from and the portions are very generous! I would definitely recommend The Hunger Tamer for an authentic West African Culinary Experience. Thanks auntie Sonia. You're the best!!!“

4.2 Good53 Reviews
Monikay's Kitchen African • $$
9990 Washington Blvd N, Laurel - 9.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Tilapia and Jollof Rice
Jollof Rice & Chicken
Fried Yam and Chofi
Fried Chicken Wings
Fried Plantain
Rice & Beans
Salad

“Ordered a tray of Jollof rice and plantains for a social gathering. Everything was delicious!! I will definitely be coming back to try more items on the menu.“

4 Good46 Reviews
DOVIS BEST RESTAURANT & BAR, CYNDY'S SEAFOOD Seafood • $$
13843 Outlet Dr, Silver Spring - 9.05 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Wing Basket
Shrimp Head-On by 1 2 lb
Raw or Steam Oysters
Fried Catfish Basket
Fried Shrimp Basket
Garlic Butter Only
General Shrimp
Orange Chicken
Sesame Chicken
Lobster Tail

“great seafood, will come back!“

3.9 Good57 Reviews
Queensway Restaurant - Bowie Branch Caribbean • $
13635 Annapolis Rd, Bowie - 5.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Curried Chicken with Plantain and Rice
Goat Pepper Soup
Ewedu Soup Small
Spicy Goat Meat

“Food is really good, one of the best African restaurants I been too, not too many African places can make good tasting food, this is my 2nd best place.... I went yesterday and had the Jolloff rice with goat meat, and my domestic partner also did too, goat pepper soup, pounded yam and egusi soup. The lady their is really nice too, good customer service.“

3.9 Good15 Reviews
Tarmac Lounge and Restaurant African • $$
202 Fort Meade Rd, Laurel - 8.79 miles

Customers` Favorites

Gbegiri with Ewedu Abula Local Stew with Goat or Assorted Meat
Grilled Tilapia with Fried Yam or Jollof Rice
Amala Gbegiri Ewedu with Assorted Meat
Fried Rice Chicken
Fried Rice
Goat Curry
Soup

“Confort and good environment“

3.8 Good45 Reviews
After 12 African Carryout African • $
7523 Landover Rd, Hyattsville - 3.2 miles

Customers` Favorites

Potato Leaf w Chicken and Beef

“Best potato leaves I’ve had in years I asked for fish and beef with mine it was soooo bomb my boyfriend had tried it for the first time and dang near ate all from me 😭😂that’s how good it is I can’t wait to come back soon as I get the chance hope you guys do delivery apps soon 🥰🤌🏽“

3.7 Good19 Reviews
Jodeem African Cuisine African • $
6000 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt - 3.34 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ogbono Mixed with Okra and Spinach
Jollof Rice with Spinach
Yellow Rice with Beef
Deep Fried Plantains
Cassava Leaf
Whole Fish
Curry Goat
Egusi Soup
Puff Puff

“Excellent atmosphere and great customer service!!!!“

3.7 Good47 Reviews
jolly restaurant Caribbean •
5399 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg - 4.06 miles

“Delicious meal. This woman Joan can cook. Everything was cooked to perfection, tender tasty. I ordered Egusi soup!!! She was kind and had great service too. It’s also one of the less expensive places I’ve seen. I’ll be gone my back today.“

3 Average6 Reviews
Base Lounge Lounges • $$
5451 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg - 3.9 miles

Customers` Favorites

Native Jollof Rice with Spinach
Mixed Meat Pepper Soup
Pounded Yam
Fried Fish
Fried Rice
Meat Pie

“So much great and yummy cuisines to savor....Varieties of exotic drinks. Wines, spirits, etl.👌“

3.2 Average15 Reviews
Agama Kitchen & Restaurant - Nigerian cuisine Caribbean • $$
5640 Annapolis Rd, Bladensburg - 3.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bitterleaf Soup with Goat Meat and Pounded Yam
Jollof Rice with Goat Meat or Fried Fish
Goat Meat Stew with White Rice
Jollof Rice with Fried Fish

“Awesome food, great service & awesome energy!!!“

3.4 Good35 Reviews
KINGSWAY African • $$
13919 Baltimore Ave #5b, Laurel - 7.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Egusi Spinach and Ground Pumpkin Seed and Iyam Pounded Yam
Pounded Yam and Elusive Stew Chicken with Nigerian Ponmo
Kingsway Buka Stew Entree with White Rice Only
Amala Ewedu and Cow Feet and Beef Patty
Edikaikong with Pounded Yam
Jollof Rice and Plantains
Buka Stew Designer Stew
Jollof Rice with Goat
Goat Meat Pepper Soup
Beans and Plantains

“Cafeteria style service. They are sometimes efficient but the food is good. If you are used to West African/Nigerian style cooking, you will enjoy it.

They do very well with catering orders too.

Parking: Plaza parking

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly. No craziness

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheel up to the door.“

3.3 Good84 Reviews
Cape Coast Cuisine African • $$
4939 Harford Ave, Beltsville - 5.26 miles

Customers` Favorites

Goat Meat and Fresh Tilapia Soup with Fufu
Fufu and Light Soup
Banku and Snapper
Grilled Tilapia
Choffie
Attieke
Fish
Stew

“Cape Coast Cuisine is a hidden gem! The food is bursting with authentic flavors, and the jollof rice is easily the best I’ve ever had. The staff are super friendly, and the cozy vibe makes it feel like home. Can’t wait to go back!

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3 Average52 Reviews
Jolloff Etcetera African • $$
7463 Annapolis Rd, Landover Hills - 1.88 miles

Customers` Favorites

Jollof Rice with Baked Chicken
Chicken Meat Pie and Puff Puff
White Rice & ATA Dindin
Jolloff Rice with Beef
Egusi with Pounded Yam
White Rice & Stew
Scotch Egg Each
Peppered Snail
Fisherman Soup
Assorted Meat

“Love the food and the customer service“

3.2 Average119 Reviews

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