African Restaurants near East Rutherford, NJ

“I’m visiting NJ (lived here for a long time) and wanted to eat some of my favorite foods. I ordered dinner from port of peri peri and it was perfectly cooked but missing my fries. I let that be known to the restaurant and received a small refund. Next night, I ordered dinner again and I received a large order of fries on the house as well as a discount card for 5% for dine in orders valid for one more week. Amazing customer service. If I were in NJ longer, I would surely order again! The food is absolutely delicious 😋“

“My wife and I generally eat for five people, we ordered 4 small plates and 2 mains, still looking into dessert. Each dish had its own layer of perfection with unique flavors and exquisite presentation. I’d say a restaurant on its way to becoming Michelin…..bravo! Oh and the ole school hip hop added to the vibe. Enjoyed this dinner date immensely!👏👏👏👏😍😍😍😎😎😎“

“Cute small restaurant inside The Hungry Pearl with plenty of seating. I ordered the Mauritanian Hanger Steak with the Ethiopian Red Lentil Stew and the Smoky Jollof rice ! Everything was so flavorful and fulfilling! I also ordered a side of Waka Waka fries and Hibiscus cooler to complete my meal! The meat was halal which was also something I appreciated!“

“I celebrated my cousin's birthday last October at Lagos restaurant and Lounge was great“

“I had the most phenomenal dining experience at Kings Pride, a Nigerian restaurant in Jersey City. The exceptional customer service by the owner, Veronica, truly made it stand out. Veronica went above and beyond to bring the essence of Nigerian cuisine to our table, even taking us behind the scenes to demonstrate the traditional preparation of the dishes. Her passion for sharing the culture and flavors of Nigeria was truly inspiring. The Jollof rice with stewed goat was an absolute standout, bursting with rich, aromatic flavors that left a lasting impression. The Ogbono soup was a true staple of Nigerian cuisine and paired perfectly with a side of fufu. The classic homemade Zobo drink was a refreshing and delightful complement to the meal. Veronica's warm hospitality and her dedication to showcasing the authenticity and rich cultural heritage of Nigerian cuisine made our experience truly memorable. Kings Pride is more than just a restaurant; it's a place that brings people together through the love for great food and the celebration of Nigerian traditions. I highly recommend Kings Pride as a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic and enriching culinary experience. Veronica's commitment to preserving and sharing the intricacies of Nigerian cuisine deserves the utmost support to keep this remarkable restaurant thriving.“

“Always have a great time here! It doesn’t matter if there is an event taking place or it’s just a calm afternoon, the service, food, and vibes are consistently amazing. I love genet and how she interacts with the community; literally one of my favorite places in Harlem.“

“As soon as we walked in we felt welcome, woman asked us if it was our first time, sat us down gave us menus she was so sweet, I wasn’t sure weather or not to get chicken or beef with my egusi soup, she offered both… I was nervous at first to try it but it was all top tier. By far the best chicken I’ve had in a very long time and the fufu and egusi was divine“

“Amazing food and super friendly service.“

“Lots of character, high on aroma and flavor. All entrees gluten-free. Very casual.“

“Fatu’s kitchen did not disappoint! I had the potato greens with rice and my hubby had Jollof rice with chicken. The food was very tasty and hot. Our server was patient and polite and the restaurant was decent, and a lot bigger than how it looks from the outside.“

“This place was amazing. The jilof was my favorite. The service was perfect and the little kid named Eddy was really cute. The meat here couldn’t have been better. I’m really happy about this place and can’t wait to come back and get some more food.“

“last year July to August I was in New York never feel being far from home .I had the best time to taste west African food daily .I enjoyed your delicious Jelof rice and cassava leaf soup. I will definitely visit your resturant again in my next trip to New York.“

“Fantastic food, good service. I highly recommend this place.“

“A friend recommended this restaurant to me and said all good stuff about this restaurant and I gave it a trial and l met the exact quality. Very tasty, the amala with gbe giri soup was super delicious , the egusi was excellent, I will definitely come again and l recommended it to everyone, " the real taste from home".“

“I went to the Jollof & Grill Restaurant on Saturday on August 29th, 2026 to meet my friend there for lunch. The food was good, it was spicy and seasoned well. I had a Jollof Rice combo with Chicken Suya and a snapple and my friend had a Jollof Rice combo with Beef Suya, bottled water, and 1 cream soda. The price of those 2 meals and 3 drinks was $69.30. We had a great time talking and catching up for over 1 hour. The place has a small amount of seating inside and it was quiet so we did not have difficulty hearing each other throughout our time at the restaurant.“

“Today makes two times we visited and the food taste even better than the first. It’s so authentic, the flavors and west African dishes. My hubby loves it, and I love the banana pudding! Please let me know the recipe 😋“

“the restaurant says (poster outside) it accepts EBT card and also when we asked the staffs they said the same too. but when we ordered the food the staff said they dont accept EBT card, they only accept cash. Liar“

“We visited and ate at a friend’s house. The food tastes great so we asked where it was from and the friend said Adidun.

This past weekend, I placed a same day order for half a pan of Jollof and half a pan of Turkey. Most times, based on my experience at other restaurants, individual orders tend to taste better than a large catered order. But I had faith. They were able to accommodate my same day order which I was happy about. Once it was ready, I drove out between 30-40mins just to pick up this order. IT WAS WORTH IT!

The turkey was not hard and chewy. The pepper sauce on it was perfect. Not too spicy and had good flavor. The rice had a Smokey flavor to it and is well balanced with flavor and seasoning. Omg. Solid decision to order from Adidun. Since my order, I’ve been calling the restaurant just to say how delicious the food is and for them to keep it up. Unfortunately I’ve not been able to reach anyone, so decided to just leave a review.

Physical location. It’s small and clean. When I arrived, no one attended to me. I saw a girl standing close to the employee only door so I told her I was there for a pickup order. After making some jokes with the girls around, which I did not understand, she disappeared to the back. I thought she went back to tell someone in the kitchen about it but I guess not. I sat and waited for a while. It became clear that my request was not relayed back. Thankfully a lady eventually came out from the back just to check on the buffet area. I went to her and repeated my request. She acted unaware but relayed the message. This is when finally someone came out with my order. So when it comes to service in the restaurant, I would say it’s a bit disorganized. Given that I drove far and had a journey to make back, plus I wasn’t sure if where I parked on the street was real parking, it would have been great to receive smoother, organized and quick service.

The food made up for the experience. If ever they answer the phone again, I’d place another order.“

“Great service & good ambiance . Would recommend“

“The BEST african restaurant you will ever try.“

“My order was quite enjoyable. I had some large fish that was topped with rice that had been seasoned and sauteed onions and peppers. Since I had never really had African food before, I ordered something that didn't really fit with my order, so I really appreciate that they phoned me. The ginger beverage was flavorful, zesty, and refreshing.“

“As a Lagos-born Nigerian living in Bergen County, I've spent years searching for authentic Nigerian food in North Jersey, and I can confidently say that Naija Buka is the real deal.
Their jollof rice has that nostalgic party-style flavor that instantly takes me back home. The egusi soup is one of the best I've had in a very long time—it was so good that it turned my Jamaican wife into a believer in pounded yam and egusi soup! A few days ago, I also tried their amala with gbegiri and ewedu, and it tasted like something straight out of a local canteen in Lagos.
Beyond the amazing food, the customer service is exceptional. The staff are always warm, courteous, and welcoming. Every time I visit, I'm greeted with a smile. They're also patient and flexible with my orders, which I appreciate because I often get overwhelmed by all the delicious options and want to try everything on the menu.
If you're looking for authentic Nigerian cuisine in North Jersey, Naija Buka delivers both incredible food and outstanding hospitality. I'll definitely keep coming back.“

“One stop shoping store for all African foods.“