African Restaurants near Irvington, NJ

“When conducting business, customer service and integrity are crucial to me. Having dealt with many Nigerian businesses, I’ve found that integrity and customer service is often lacking; however, Modupe is a remarkable exception. Her customer service is A+.
I recently ordered from her restaurant through Grubhub twice, but for some reason, the order was canceled both times. Instead of letting it go, she took the initiative to ask for my address and delivered the food to my house herself—unbelievable! As a business owner, I know that is truly going the extra mile. I just want to say thank you so much for your incredible service!“

“A friend recommended and i decided to try it out. Best tasting Naija food I’ve had in the whole of NYC and NJ area. I ordered half pan of Efo riro, ayamase and goat stew. It was so delicious and the meal was very well packaged. I shall be back again and highly recommend“

“Great service & good ambiance . Would recommend“

“One stop shoping store for all African foods.“

“I'm funny about fish I only eat salmon or red snapper..... But one day I tried their baked tilapia it was the best tasting fish I ever had in my entire life. It was moist on the inside and crunchy on the outside let's not forget about the seasoning which was perfection. This place is definitely a hidden gem 🩵🩵👍🏾👍🏾💯💯“

“amazing food and amazing place“

“9jabuka is one of the most authentic Nigerian restaurants in Newark.

I ordered Amala with Gbegiri and Ewedu, Titus fish, yam & plantain, and honey beans — and everything tasted exceptionally fresh. The spice level was perfectly balanced, and the Titus fish brought back memories of Lagos. Properly seasoned, well cooked, and deeply flavorful.

Portions are generous. Yes, prices are slightly on the higher side, but the serving size and quality absolutely justify it.

The Zobo was vibrant and refreshing. Service was warm and attentive — Florence was a gracious host, and the front staff were helpful even during a moderate wait.

The atmosphere feels like a true 9ja buka spot — good music, clean interior, authentic vibe. Parking is limited in front, and the exterior can get a bit cluttered, but the food is the clear focus here.

If you’re looking for real Nigerian cuisine in Newark, this is a spot worth visiting. I will definitely return.“

“Eatwell has been consistently awesome for many years now. Everything on their menu is spot on. The service and food presentation are equally great. And you can also order off UberEats as well.

Unlike some other places, they're always looking to improve their quality and service.“

“The food at OKO Fine Cuisine hits differently — bold, soulful flavors that are authentic and cooked to perfection. Theres something for everyone’s your taste buds, including vegan and vegetarian options. The atmosphere is a cool vibe with a live band often playing. Try OKO Fine Cuisine and you will leave full, satisfied, and already thinking about your next visit.“

“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’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 😋“

“The BEST african restaurant you will ever try.“

“The Food in Staten Island. I travel from Harlem just to go and pick up some food and I definitely buy enough to last me a few days.“

“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.“

“I eat here and order regular since COVID. Fast service. Courteous staff. Very kind owners community oriented. Food is exceptional and portion sizes are great. 2 people can eat one dinner meal.“

“I got the chicken jollof. The people are very friendly and nice. Rice was just okay but the chicken was definitely very good. I would definitely want to come back but I most certainly will not. I paid $27 literally for some chicken, rice, and cabbage. Call it a portion and a half but I did eat the entire thing. Really though, I can go almost anywhere in this city and get the same, if not better, for $12-15. I’ll be honest, I am not even sure how they remain in business charging those prices to people. Well, that’s my two cents minus 2,700. Up to you if you want to give it a go.“