African Restaurants in Seattle, WA

“Great ambiance and service“

“I honestly don’t know where to start the sambusas are soo good I got the 3 for 10 and my favorite was salmon and beef I also ordered the salmon and chicken Alfredo and it was fire! ….on the side a strawberry lemonade it was so good I wanted the recipe!!! and of course Mama Sambusa herself is an absolutely amazing woman!! Beautiful energy and I definitely recommend …she only accepts cash or cashapp btw 🫶🏾“

“New Ethiopian place in Greenwood. It was to die for… the vegetarian dishes are actually vegetarian, no chicken stock, and their dry meat, whatever that means… let’s just say it’s not dry and it’s to die for!!“

“Family owned restaurant in Shoreline. The lady who I assume is the owner, is very sweet. I came here a few weeks ago and ordered Jollof rice with lamb and fufu & egusi soup. The Jollof rice was amazing!! ??? a little heat to it but nothing overbearing. I feel that the amount of lamb was much too little though. I guess the Jollof rice is the star of the dish (not too mad at it).
It was my first time trying egusi and I did not like it. Don’t let that dissuade you though, it’s most likely my tastebuds seeing as I don’t like fish that much & crayfish is in it. I would definitely come back regularly for that Jollof rice if it wasn’t so far from me! Come check out this small owned business!“

“Good food.Love the fish..“

“I highly recommend this place. The food has so much flavor and taste amazing. The chill atmosphere and friendliest customer service I’ve ever had. I will definitely be back again and again. This place is Seattle’s best kept secret.“

“Absolutely love this place! Always a welcoming atmosphere and great staff. I have to point out... those chicken wings be hittin' Yasssssssss!!! On Point! 🍗💜🙏🏽🍗💜“

“Yusra & Sabah’s is a cozy Somali restaurant known for its authentic East African flavors and warm, inviting atmosphere. The restaurant is a favorite among locals and visitors alike, offering a diverse menu of traditional Somali dishes. You can expect to find hearty plates of suqaar (seasoned beef or chicken stir-fry), bariis iskukaris (spiced rice), and freshly baked sabaayad (Somali flatbread). They also serve canjeero, a soft and spongy bread, typically enjoyed with a rich stew like maraq hilib (meat stew).

Yusra & Sabah’s is also popular for its comforting drinks, such as shah (spiced Somali tea) and maraq basbaas (chili soup), served with a side of lime to enhance the flavors. The restaurant’s interior is simple yet warm, with a focus on Somali hospitality. It’s a great spot for those seeking a taste of home or anyone looking to explore Somali cuisine.

What makes Yusra & Sabah’s unique is their commitment to quality ingredients and their attention to creating a family-like environment, where guests feel welcomed and appreciated.

Dietary restrictions: I am allergic to onions and they always make sure to not contaminate my order.“

“I stopped in for lunch following a meeting, and had an incredible meal of mafe (spicy peanut sauce with root vegetables over jasmine rice), and a cool glass bissap (hibiscus extract with pineapple juice). Why this place isn't mobbed defies comprehension. SO. GOOD.“

“This was my first time trying Nigerian food, and without reference to other examples I enjoyed my experience.

I ordered the jollof and goat meat, the Odogwu beef stew, and fufu. The jollof and goat meat was very flavorful. The meat was tender and juicy, and the rice was tomatoey and savory. I've always wanted to try fufu and was both surprised and pleased at how easy it was to swallow! It was a perfect accompaniment to the stew. Unfortunately, though the stew was also very flavorful, a similar tomato-forward flavor as the jollof, I found the beef to be extremely dry and tough. I will probably get a different kind of meat next time.“