African Restaurants near Queens, NY

“Blessed Africa Restaurant is an outstanding dining destination that truly delivers on every level. The service is exceptional staff members are professional, attentive, and ensure that every guest feels welcomed and well taken care of.

The cuisine is authentic, flavorful, and prepared with evident care and expertise. Each dish captures the rich taste of African tradition while being beautifully presented. Portion sizes are generous, and the pricing is very fair, offering excellent value for the quality provided.

The dining space itself is clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully arranged, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.

I highly recommend Blessed Africa Restaurant to anyone seeking top-quality service, authentic cuisine, and an enjoyable dining environment at reasonable prices. It is truly a place worth returning to.“

“Amazing flavor and service“

“Good authentic Ghanaian foods. We enjoyed all the food. The restaurant is clean and the ambiance is spectacular. My children and my husband all enjoyed being at the restaurant.
The owner and her daughter were very nice and attentive to all are needs. Thank you. Do not hesitate to go there and enjoy some great food.“

“The best Algerian restaurant in NYC, no doubt 🥰“

“my first time there. the merguez sandwich is so delicious. OMG so yummy 😋 great service. 🇩🇿🇲🇦 my new destination in steinway.“

“The food is amazing and you can taste the culture. Restaurant space is also very clean and the staff where all kind and welcoming. I highly recommend👌🏿“

“If you are in Queens and you need African authentic delicious food come here oh my God the food is so good. The chicken and the jollof so delicious. I came all the way from Connecticut to get some. And the Services is excellent very friendly people“

“Nice family restaurant. My first visit & taste of S. African french cuisine. Not too many place can offer good food at a reasonable price. This place does. Service was good. I had the Escargot & Tunisian Sausage. Both good. I like french food, but don't have it often since it's very rich. My hubby enjoyed the broiled Lamb chop. We shared the chocolate mousse torte. It was perfect, not too sweet. The flavors of the meal was spot on. Not overly salted, sweetened nor was there msg like most restaurants these days. Overall, I would go back & recommend this little gem. Our friend, long time patrons of La Baracka, had the AYCE lunch, which they enjoyed.“

“Yopcity has great service and an amazing atmosphere. The food is top tier, real Ivorian cuisine with the authentic taste of the motherland. The service was excellent, I was served by a lady called Madina if I’m not mistaken. Great lady tbh.“

“Absolutely love this place! We really needed something like this where you can order from different restaurants all in one spot. My food was perfectly packed, incredibly delicious, and super fast. I’m so glad one opened nearby. I used to go to the one near my job on 23rd Street, so this is super convenient!“

“My family and I were in the area and were looking for somewhere to eat. We walked into the restaurant, and the aroma from the food told me all I needed to know. Though we didn’t understand the dishes, the staff ensured that we understood what we were ordering. The food was so good! We had lamb and chicken with jollof rice and salad. The food was plenty and very delicious! We definitely will be coming back!“

“Excellent great customer services“

“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“

“I came here around a decade ago. They did not have a buffet back then, as many of the reviews here state. I remember liking this food. The restaurant was empty when it was new, mostly because the neighborhood folks couldn't afford restaurant food. But I noticed a large staff, which gave me the impression of whoever opened this spot, did it with love.

I'm Latin X of Caribbean Colombian and Coastal Ecuadorian decent. I came here to say, many Colombians would be shocked to find what Colombians believed were their cultural foods, right here in a West African restaurant. I remember seeing a whole wall stacked with just bunuelos, Colombian style. When I asked, oh you guys sell Colombian food too? They all looked at me like I was crazy, even though I was standing right next to the bunuelos, slowly realizing, the bunuelo isn't Colombian, it is actually West African as they told me it was their nationality's bread. I just can't remember if they said that bread originated in Uganda or Angola.

I have recently moved back to NYC. I think I will return to this place and find out. Fellow Colombians, come and check this place out. Find out where your grandparent's cooking magic originated from. Wepa!“

“We stumbled on this place your local home-cooked. The food is great. They just need to get more organized. We came there with friends raving about the food place our orders and they came back stating they ran out. We had to wait. It was late on a Saturday. If you’re going there go early before they run out of food.“

“host was accommodating the ambiance was lovely. The history behind every meal was fascinating. the meal was great.“

“My friends took me here. This is the best Nigerian food i’ve tasted in NYC thus far. And i’ve tasted a lot. I was impressed. I was so full but i couldn’t stop eating. However the service wasn’t so good. I feel the lady wasn’t to attentive cuz there was so much going on she couldn’t keep up. But the food which is the main attraction A.“

“Africana Restaurant offers a truly exceptional dining experience. The food is simply outstanding—rich in flavor, beautifully prepared, and authentically crafted. Every dish carries the warmth and comfort of a home-cooked meal, bringing genuine taste and tradition to the table.
The service is equally impressive: attentive, welcoming, and delivered with genuine hospitality that makes every guest feel valued.

A special mention goes to Madam Blessin, whose dedication, professionalism, and gracious presence elevate the entire experience. Her passion for excellence is evident in every detail, making Africana Restaurant a place that stands out not only for its remarkable cuisine but also for its heartfelt hospitality.
If you are looking for authentic Nigerian flavour, exceptional service, and a truly memorable dining experience, Africana Restaurant is a destination well worth visiting.“

“This was my first time coming here from Connecticut and I loved their food I was looking for pure authentic African food and here is where I found it ...the staff was super awesome and friendly I would definitely return when I visit new york again.“

“It’s hard to get the Ghanaian taste when you’re far away so My good friend sent me here and I’m forever grateful, great food , tasty sauces, Ghana food joint atmosphere, Nana, you for pass through, I’ll always pass by when I’m in NY…..Oh , they even have Sobolo ✌?“

“Delicious 🤤 Grilled Lamb chop was perfectly cooked as we wanted Different taste of wings was mouth watering Staff was very friendly 😊 Highly recommended“

“Very nice experience. Small outlet but they can be forgiven, this is New York, everything is expensive. Meat was well cooked, fried and very tasty. Fish was the best I’ve had in a while and their gbegiri and ewedu is epic. Great place to be“

“Food is amazing 😋 i most definitely recommend !“

“After a long walk from the train, up and down Morrisania's hills, this Bronx West African joint is the light at the end of the tunnel. Each dish is served simply, but somehow magically. Along with the friendliness and enjoyment of sharing the space with all the other customers, the experience is enough to call it one of the top restaurants in the borough.“

“🍽️ Papaye – A Bronx staple that never misses on flavor.

I’ve been coming to Papaye for years—since living in the Bronx—and it’s truly a household name in the community. The food has always held it down, especially the kebabs, which are still one of my go-to orders whenever I’m back in the city.

The service has improved over time, but there’s still room for more warmth and enthusiasm. That extra effort would elevate the customer experience, but it seems like they know their food speaks for itself—and honestly, it does.

Flavors are solid, portions are generous, and it’s one of those spots that stays real to its roots. Definitely worth stopping by if you’re in the area.“

“My friend and I came after 10 on a Saturday. It said here that it closes at 11 so we thought we'd be good. But when we got there chairs were up and etc. They still accommodated with rice and chicken even tho he wanted something more exotic. The boys working there were kind of annoyed but they provided and we ate quick and left. I have to try to be there earlier next time“

“The food and service was great“

“So glad the restaurant I was going to down the street was closed or I wouldn’t have found this place 😍 amazing customer service & the food is so so delicious . I ordered banku & okra stew. I wasn’t familiar with the menu and the man in the front was very helpful. I’ll be back whenever I’m in the Bronx .“

“No menu, but the restaurant workers were patient and detailed! Although Having a menu would have assisted non traditional customers like myself with the ordering style and limit question.

I order beef and jollof, and The manager told me to go sit down! The meal was everything and more, and the service and staff are patient with the non traditional patrons ❤“

“Fantastic delicious food! Portharcourt soup was amaze balls! Suya took me back to Lagos, almost challenged Glovercourt Suya! Nkwobi delish!
Wakky Ds will take all my money ooo!!
The soup portions were huge! If you finish the soup in a sitting, you must go and run 3 miles the next day!“

“When I tell y’all Tessey’s International Kitchen food is 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Listen, the food reminded me of home it was so good. Baby if you ever in the Bronx please hit them up.“

“Luckily for me, I met the original mama.G owner back on white plains road when she was e216th by gun hill road in 2015 When I came here she greeted me with nothing but love and the staff was very welcoming ,this visit at the new location had an older woman and also treated me as if I was her grandchild serving me jollof rice,rice and peas,spaghetti with gari black eyed peas ,pepper sauce fresh tomato,onion with plantain and it's absolutely delicious every time cooked with love ❤️“

“Roti in HARLEM! 🇹🇹 Tasty! 😋“