Taste of Africa

Experience the rich culinary heritage and diverse flavors of authentic African cuisine

Signature Dishes

Discover our most beloved dishes, each telling a story of tradition and flavor

Jollof Rice

Jollof Rice

West African one-pot rice dish with tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices

Injera with Doro Wat

Injera with Doro Wat

Ethiopian sourdough flatbread served with spicy chicken stew

Bobotie

Bobotie

South African spiced meat casserole topped with golden egg custard

Tagine

Tagine

Moroccan slow-cooked stew with tender meat, vegetables, and preserved lemons

Our Story

Founded in 2015 by Chef Amara Okafor, Taste of Africa was born from a deep passion to share the authentic flavors and rich culinary traditions of the African continent with our community.

Growing up in Lagos, Nigeria, Chef Amara learned the art of cooking from her grandmother, who taught her that food is not just nourishment—it's a celebration of culture, family, and heritage.

"Every dish we serve carries the soul of Africa—the warmth of our people, the richness of our land, and the love of our ancestors."

Today, we continue this tradition by sourcing authentic ingredients and preparing each dish with the same care and respect that has been passed down through generations.

Chef Amara in the kitchen

Our Menu

A carefully curated selection of authentic African dishes from across the continent

Appetizers

Samosas

$8

Crispy pastries filled with spiced vegetables

Suya SkewersSpicy

$12

Grilled beef with peanut spice blend

Plantain ChipsSpicy

$6

Crispy fried plantains with spicy dip

Main Courses

Jollof Rice Platter

$18

With grilled chicken and plantains

Ethiopian ComboSpicy

$22

Injera with doro wat, vegetables, and lentils

Moroccan Lamb Tagine

$26

Slow-cooked with apricots and almonds

Desserts

Malva Pudding

$8

South African sponge cake with custard

Baklava

$7

North African honey and nut pastry

Chin Chin

$6

Nigerian fried dough cubes with sugar

What Our Guests Say

Don't just take our word for it—hear from our satisfied customers

"Absolutely incredible! The jollof rice reminded me of my grandmother's cooking. The flavors are authentic and the atmosphere is so welcoming."

Sarah Johnson

New York, NY

"Best African restaurant in the city! The injera was perfect and the doro wat had just the right amount of spice. Will definitely be back!"

Michael Chen

Brooklyn, NY

"As someone from Morocco, I was skeptical about the tagine, but it was absolutely perfect! Chef Amara knows her craft."

Fatima Al-Rashid

Queens, NY

Visit Us Today

Come experience the warmth of African hospitality and the richness of our cuisine

Location

123 Heritage Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11201
United States

Phone

(555) 123-AFRICA

Email

hello@tasteofafrica.com

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday - Saturday: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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