West African Restaurants near Laurel, MD

“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!!!“

“Confort and good environment“

“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.“

“I ordered chicken red stew and inya. It was hot and delicious!!! My only problem.... I want MORE!!!!“

“If you’re looking for great food in College Park, Koti Grill is definitely worth a visit. The restaurant offers delicious, flavorful dishes, generous portions, and excellent customer service in a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick meal or dining with friends and family, Koti Grill delivers a satisfying experience that keeps customers coming back. The food is fresh, well-seasoned, and made with care, making it one of the standout dining spots in the area“

“Love the food and the customer service“

“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!“

“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“

“I stopped by Bros J Suya and ordered a $10 plate of suya.
Overall, the food was good and I'll definitely be back.
🍖 The Food
The dry suya seasoning was excellent—very flavorful and probably the best part of the meal. The meat itself was good, and the portion size was fair for the price.
The sauce was decent, but I think it could use more seasoning and definitely more heat. I like my suya with a stronger, spicier kick.
⏱ The Downside
My biggest complaint was the wait time. It took a while for what was essentially a simple $10 plate of suya. What confused me even more was that I ate it immediately after getting into the car, and it was already cold. I was expecting it to be hot and fresh considering the wait.
📝 Final Thoughts
Even with those issues, I enjoyed the food enough to come back. I'm actually planning to order a tray for an upcoming party, and I also want to try their fish and rice dishes.
For comparison, I usually go to Project Suya. I think Project Suya's sauce is a little better, but Bros J Suya is still solid.
If I had to rate them:
Bros J Suya: 8/10
Project Suya: 8.7/10
I still haven't found a perfect 10/10 suya spot in the DMV, but the search continues. If anyone knows a hidden gem, let me know!“

“great seafood, will come back!“