Asanka Local
$$ • West African, Seafood, Chicken WingsAbout Asanka Local
Customers' Favorites
Bambara Beans Stew & Plantain Pancakes
Ghana Beans Stew Red Red with Chicken
Jollof Rice with Beef and Plantain
Asanka Chicken Wings Specialty
Half Tray of Jollof Rice
Half Tray Baked Chicken
Fresh Fish Light Soup
Fufu with Palmnut Soup
Goat Meat Light Soup
Chicken Light Soup
Asanka Local Reviews
311 ratings
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Palm nut soup has great taste and it pairs well with white rice
I love the soup and everything here. I will be back.
Every time we ordered food from there, the food was always fresh. They have great customer service as well’
Hours
| Monday | 12 - 10:30PM |
| Tuesday | 1 - 10:30PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 10:30PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 - 10:30PM |
| Friday | 1 - 8PM |
| Saturday | 2:30 - 10:30PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Asanka Local in Newark, NJ is a popular African restaurant known for its delicious and affordable food. The chef is friendly, helpful, and courteous, making every customer feel welcome. The portions are generous, and meals can be customized to suit dietary restrictions, with many vegetarian and vegan options available. The atmosphere creates a lively and inviting environment, where the energy promises tasty food. The restaurant is kid-friendly, wheelchair-accessible, and offers free parking. Diners can enjoy dishes like egusi soup and fufu, jollof rice with chicken, and a flavorful vegan dish made with plantains, jollof rice, and black-eyed pea stew. The food is truly tasty, with favorites like jollof rice and spinach, and the ginger shots adding a warming touch. The service is often praised as exceptional, with staff and even other customers being friendly and helpful. This place is a must-visit for a satisfying African meal that keeps customers coming back for more.