African Restaurants in New York, NY

“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!👏👏👏👏😍😍😍😎😎😎“

“Incredible food. If you haven’t tried it before, you must. Excellent price as well for the quality and generous serving size. The chef delivered one of our sides personally and chatted with us for a bit. We are so grateful to have stopped by!“

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

“I come from Germany and I have rarely eaten such good lamb. Incredibly delicious 🤌. Perfectly marinated. Respect!

And one of the homemade drinks (I had the hibiscus juice) is also delicious.
Friendly staff, great guests, and the restaurant looks very cozy and inviting.“

“We ABSOLUTELY loved it. The food was fantastic so delicious especially mama’s bread!! The wines were divine 🍷 🍷 😋 The owner was gracious and the service was awesome- we will be back!!“

“I’ve hosted an event here and come frequently for trivia. The owner Genet is one of the sweetest and most hardworking people I’ve ever met. The food is fantastic and the atmosphere is always welcoming. Great community spot 🫶🏾“

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

“I visited this restaurant during a recent trip to New York City, and it was truly a hidden gem. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and top-notch. The staff made us feel welcome and took the time to guide us through the menu.

While I already enjoy certain West African dishes, my family and I are primarily American food eaters, so trying several new items was definitely outside of our comfort zone. I’m so glad we did because everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich, authentic, and unforgettable.

The highlight of the meal was the Red Snapper. My 9-year-old daughter completely fell in love with it and couldn’t stop talking about how good it was! It’s not always easy to find a restaurant where every member of the family enjoys the food, but this place exceeded our expectations.

Between the incredible food, outstanding service, and welcoming atmosphere, we have absolutely no regrets about trying something new. This restaurant has earned a permanent spot on our list and will be a staple of our future NYC visits. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

“Arrived just before 15:00 and met a calosed and locked door. I called their phone number and it rang and rang. We tried knocking and after a few minutes a woman arrived, also tried calling, and began banging on the restaurant window. She mentioned something about Ramadan being the reason they weren't open. Not too long after her banging, someone came to open the door and as we tried following the woman in she closed the door on us. The guy who opened the door from the inside opened the door again and said we could come in. We quickly learned that the woman worked there as she went straight to the back room. Confused and a little annoyed, we sat. My partner and I were the only ones there. A server approached us and said they were only offering three things for the menu, which was different from online. After clarifying that there were indeed only three things on the menu, I ordered the jollof with fish and the goat in peanut soup and rice dish. Before the food arrived, I asked the server if she could turn on the heat, as it was not on. Mind you, this was a Wednesday in February in Harlem. She turned on the heat and the TV, which was played news at a moderate volume. The waters and food came and it was delicious. Plenty rice with the goat and peanut soup, good ratios on the jollof plate. Smaller rice grains than I am used to, but thoroughly enjoyed my plate and taking bites of the jollof.
I appreciated there being a container for washing in the bathroom. I was given $3 back in cash, something about being overcharged on my card? Shrug. No menu so I don't know what the total should have been / what the deal was with that. Overall, I'd go back for the food and hope for being true to opening hours, attending to the phone, and having a menu.“

“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“

“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 food here exceeds what you expect from a local restaurant. All workers here have pleasant personalities. This place offers elegant visuals. Their dishes stand out even among excellent restaurants. This establishment meets every standard.“

“It's a simple no frills restaurant, but the food was so good. Sure the servers aren't actors working a day job. But they were genuine to me and most importantly the food was delicious and I left wanting to return. Generous portions at a very reasonable price!“

“Best African food around! If you know how to order, you’re in for a true gift! I usually get the poisson braise (grilled fish) with attieke (“acheke” or ground cassava) and aloko (sweet plantains). Enjoy!“

“Love me some African food this spot been my late night creep since 2018 I've moved to PA and hadn't been here since 2021 Was passing through and I stopped by The place . The place is not much to look at and you must spend over 10 to use the card but the food never disappoints“

“It's in the heart of the 🏙“

“Deliciosa comida, muy bien preparada. Personal muy amable, y lugar bien ambientado. Sin duda volvería 😋“

“Native Harlem Restaurant had a very nice back drop for picture taking which adds a great touch of class to the place. The food was delicious. I really loved the vibe and the music was nice for dining. I was there on a Tuesday night for comedy Tuesdays with my Aby Group from The Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem. The only thing that night was the comedians were there having a meeting but they cancelled comedy night at the last minute. We had a great time anyway. I definitely would recommend this place to friends and family if they want great food
(be careful not to order the food that is
too 🌶 🌶🌶 spicy) spicy but good. I had a burger and fries and it was so good the burger was juicy but cooked well, the bun was sweet and soft and there was a sweet plantain with a little spice added to the burger with the shape of the burger and it was soooo good.“

“Good food, generous portions.“

“The restaurant genuinely satisfies customers. The kitchen treats food preparation like upscale establishments. All employees approach diners with true friendliness. Quality meals without the high-end cost. Your bill reflects the experience accurately.“

“They have the best in Nigerian meals in New york and Philly.“

“I've been wanting to try Deli Boyz ever since I saw them on Instagram, and they exceeded every expectation! Everything we tried was absolutely delicious. The noodles, macaroni and cheese, chicken, and jollof rice were all packed with flavor. I honestly wish I had ordered more! It's even better as leftovers.

What made the experience even better was the amazing customer service. The beautiful young lady who helped me was beautiful inside and out. She was so kind, welcoming, and patient, even offering me samples so I could try a few things before ordering. That level of hospitality made us feel right at home.

We're from Georgia, so now I have to figure out another reason to come back to New York because Deli Boyz is definitely worth the trip. We'll absolutely be back!“