African Restaurants near Arlington, VA

“Thanks to Tracye McQuirter of By Any Greens Necessary for recommending this Ethiopian Cafe to me. The sign on the store says Bethel Cafe. I ordered the Vegetarian Platter. THEE VERY BEST! Friendly staff and accommodating. I will be venturing out to Arlington, VA on occasion just to come here.“

“Money well spent, waiters and staff were courteous. Food was delicious!“

“Ambassador Restaurant is a wonderful place with rich, flavorful food and a warm, welcoming vibe. The dishes are fresh, well seasoned and always satisfying. The staff is kind and the service feels personal. It’s a cozy spot that makes you feel right at home every time.“

“There was a reason why I was anticipating to go to Dōgon... It was too good!
I was excited to finally snag a reservation for myself and my significant other. Reservations are highly recommended if you want to avoid a long wait. When we arrived for our reservation, we received a warm welcome and we were escorted to a lounge area as our table wasn't ready. The lounge was intimate, plus there was a cocktail menu. We were able to start off with drinks first. We were here for about 15-20 minutes before being seated.

Once we arrived to our table, our server was pleasant and knowledgeable of the entire menu in detail. We shared the cornbread, hoe crab and fried whitting sliders to start---chef's kiss. I then enjoyed the oxtail dish that came with a side of rice peas. This dish was so flavorful! Lastly, we finished off with the rum cake which had a perfect balance of sweet and savory. I loved my experience and can't wait to go back!“

“It’s my pleasure to ordering food from Kulan restaurant for my kids and I. I had requested a rice dish with lamb, but to my delight, the portion was more than generous. The lamb itself from Kulan was incredibly delicious, with a tender and succulent texture that melted in my mouth. The flavors were well-balanced, and the combination of the rice and salad complemented the dish perfectly. It was evident that Kulan put great care and attention into preparing the meal. I highly recommend Kulan for anyone looking for exceptional food and service. My kids love Somali food no more burger or fries.“

“We did the tasting menu for my husband’s birthday and it was totally worth it! The food here is truly special. As someone who wasn’t familiar with Ghanaian cuisine or the Elmina region, I was excited to experience new flavors—and every dish had just the right level of warm, welcoming spice.

I had a hibiscus mocktail that was fantastic (hibiscus is featured throughout the menu, which I loved). Highlights for us included the lobster dumplings, eggplant, red red, fufu, and ribeye—everything was delicious. The red red was my personal favorite, so flavorful and unlike anything I’ve tried before.

The menu is extensive, so there’s definitely something for everyone. Can’t wait to come back and try more!“

“So many folks have been drawn to the new kid on the block, Koma Café, but don’t forget about the welcoming, delicious and expansive Mansa Kunda at the corner of Flower and Erie Aves. There is plenty of interesting space to enjoy a meal, a quiet afternoon coffee or a friendly drink. You can even sit on a chair made from a traditional West African drum. There couldn’t be a more gracious host than Hatib who serves brunch in addition to lunch and dinner. This morning he welcomed five of us for a 10:00am feast, first asking if there was anything we didn’t eat (meat for the most part) but yes to eggs. We trusted him to surprise us and indeed he did. The veggie omelets were tender, whole wheat rolls still warm, the home fries crunchy and rich and the Brussel sprouts delicious. There were small coconut fritters, lightly fried and dusted with powdered sugar. So tasty! The brunch menu at Mansa Kunda includes familiar favorites like blueberry pancakes in addition to traditional West African dishes. Peanut butter chu anyone? It’s open from 10:00am to 9:00pm every day with Happy Hour from 4:00 to 7:00. Hatib is also an excellent baker so the sweets are a treat. We’re very lucky to have Mansa Kunda in the neighborhood. If you haven’t been there already, you’ll find something special to enjoy.“

“Today was my first time visiting. I came from WV. I follow the page and have been wanting to try this amazing looking food!!! April helped me pick my order and she did an awesome job!! The food was 10/10!!! My taste buds are happy ❤️“

“This place was such a delightful discovery! The attentive care by the owner and staff made us feel welcomed and at home. And the food was so good! Truly fantastic. We had the grilled tilapia with bantu and okra soup with fufu. We were super grateful for water and bowl at our table to wash our hands before and after the meal, too. We'll definitely be back.“

“Got the chicken kebab sandwich, jollof, and palm wine. Kebab was really flavorful, juicy, with some chipotle sauce that was delicious. The jollof was good too, spicy and not too dry. Was not a fan of the palm wine but the more you know! Would definitely come back, I want to try the snapper“

“The best place to get a chill out in downtown silver Springs.So cozy and relaxing“

“Great Saturday party lit!!!!!“

“I've been to SOST a few times over the last few months. I love it. The food is delicious and the staff are really top tier. They all have a great demeanor and offer a great environment. There is always something nice to enjoy at SOST, whether it be love music, a cafe vibe, or a community event.

Some friends and I went today for brunch. All though the menu was a bit limited, we all ordered 3 different things and we all enjoyed it. Our server was a great sport by listening to us ask why there weren't any breads or carbs on the menu and Saim was very accommodating when spoke with him as well. He gave us a full tour of the restaurant and it was just a great time right before the Brunch and Go Home event began.“

“Had Disbe for the first time last night at the Chadwick Boseman foundation fundraiser event for HU. It was so good that I was trying to figure out how to get a bowl before I flew back home in the morning. Ngeri made sure I got a bowl and dropped it at my hotel at midnight after the event! The meat is so tender, the flavors are so good and the service is top tier. Thank you! I’m looking forward to the NYC opening.“

“Food was so good I ordered curry goat and chicken rice and FuFu 👍“

“Excellent good and a lot of it!! I loved the food truck! Now I love the new restaurant in Potomac Mills! Come out and support Ghana Jollof!“

“The Most Tasty and Fresh West African Food ever!“

“Live Music, delicious Ethiopian food“

“Went to order food from another place and saw that they were making fresh puff puff samples for people passing by. I came inside to order Suya and it was worth it. The place is well decorated. They were playing Afro beats. This place is a definite vibe. Will be back to experience the lounge.“

“Great Late-Night Find with Excellent Service!
I ordered from Beyond Suya at their kiosk, and I was genuinely impressed. The staff was so nice, patient, and super communicative throughout the entire process. Even though it wasn’t a dine-in experience, they made sure everything went smoothly and made me feel like a valued customer.

The food was absolutely delicious – full of flavor and clearly made with care. What really stood out, aside from the amazing service, is that they’re open late! If you’re looking for something tasty and satisfying to eat late at night, Beyond Suya is a perfect go-to. I’ll definitely be back again soon. Highly recommend!“

“Sometimes the best meals can be found in an industrial park in Beltsville. I also learned that this restaurant offers a Nigerian twist on shawarma. This meal consisted of the mouthwatering supreme shawarma with a side of fried sweet potatoes“

“So authentic and tasty. yummy and feels like herby spicy. thank you“

“Excellent food. Great service. Friendly atmosphere.“

“Most unique gelato I ever had. But it wasn’t bad! 👍🏻“

“Roger happened to the Chef working tonight 😍😍😍😍😍 Worth the wait, always glad to have great food when I’m in town ❤️“

“Saw an amazing story about the food and owners of this restaurant- what a great story - thank you for being such a great role model and giving back to the community“

“Dimmples kettles is a great place to visit, I enjoyed the food and their services. I will recommend this restaurant to everybody. I mean ever race. Their prices are very reasonable and moderate.
Keep on Dimmples kettles

Vegetarian options: Excellent

Dietary restrictions: Great service

Parking: I had a worker took my keys and parked my car for safely and free

Kid-friendliness: Friendly

Wheelchair accessibility: Great service“

“When I tell y’all I am ADDICTED!! I had african food before, but not from here. Didn’t have a pleasant experience from the other place so I never really thought to try again. One day, I figured I’d give it another shot, cause it always looked and sounded so good. I’m soooo glad I tried this place! I ate it 4 days in a row because I tried not to inhale everything in one sitting LOL so I had to make it last a couple days each time I ordered. I made my boyfriend try it too and he fell in love! We had the egusi, oxtail stew and fufu! Heaven! I actually just ordered again since I have a little extra monies. They are so yummy I highly recommend.

Oh yeah, I always doordash so idk what the environment is like personally but my bf says the staff are very kind! ?“

“Kitchen Near You is an amazing place to get authentic west African cuisine. My order was handled with care and love & the young lady Pascale was very attentive to my request. I’ll surely recommend to my friends and family. Don’t think twice, just go to Kitchen Near You and have a nice meal. 10 stars if I could.“

“friendly staff, great location and good parking“

“This establishment serves the most flavorful Jamaican and African cuisine in the area. Maryland, DC and Virginia hands down the BEST! Portions are plentiful and Susie is an amazing cook and great host. Very much worth the drive. Flavorful Flavor Flavor!! I'll keep coming back!“

“Fantastic food and atmosphere, highly recommended“

“I’ve tried a few African restaurants in the area, and by far your food tastes the best. I ordered the cassava leaves with white rice, okra sauce with fufu, and grilled tilapia. I loved the cassava leaves. My family enjoyed the okra and fufu. I can’t wait to visit the restaurant again. One word of advice……great customer service plus very tasty, flavorful and fresh food equals repeat customers exponentially!“

“tasty food and good service“

“Great atmosphere and delicious food 😋. Love the server's, they are a absolute delight to chat with.“