Huge fan right here. Wanted to experience Somalian cuisine in a city that has so many of its…read moreresidents - this was definitely the place to do it (worth the drive out of downtown). Felt extremely welcomed into this restaurant, was even called sister! Dine in and take out kind of atmosphere, order at the counter food is brought over to the table. Mango juice is super sweet and addictive. Went for the CHICKEN KAYKAY as a lot of yelpers suggest, it is unlike anything I've ever tried before! I LOVED IT, such comfort food. It is made with the bread used typically in the cuisine, but the texture changes into something so different - you could even imagine it to be pasta. The flavors are so warm, mild, yet complex - I could eat this everyday. My husband got the chicken curry - the chicken was so tender - curry flavor spot on, and the portions were both HUGE! Plus you get a whole plate of rice with that. Interested in the fried options in the case at the counter, if I'm ever passing through again I'd want to try those. Plus you get a banana! Dessert, or breakfast memory the next morning. Easy parking in a strip mall.

I'm torn between rating it a 2 star or a 3, but I've decided on 3 stars for this local mom & pop…read morerestaurant. I was in Minneapolis visiting, and I noticed during my short time there that there's a large Somali community in the city. I've never had Somali food before, so I just looked up Somali restaurants with the highest ratings and the most reviews, which weren't many. The man working behind the register was incredibly nice. He saw we were trying to decide what dishes to try, and recommended the goat with rice. We went with his goat with rice recommendation and a dish call Kay Kay. However, when I was ordering at the register, there was so many flies just flying around the cashier guy and his register. Behind the serving counter, it is all boarded up so you can't see the workers cooking or how clean it is behind the counter divider. I went to the bathroom and I noticed a small random unlabeled bucket/small open bottle by the toilet that had liquid in it, which I honestly don't even know what it is. With the flies and the bathroom, I really questioned the entire restaurant's cleanliness. I told myself while I was eating that I wouldn't be surprised if I got food poisoning from here. The next day came and I actually suffered food poisoning. I don't want to knock down a hard working small family restaurant. I genuinely think their food is delicious, and the people are so kind. They just need to work on cleaning the place and getting rid of the flies.

Friends, this is where hospitality lives. Let them take care of you. We asked for lamb and chicken…read morelegs for 3. It came with bananas (a traditional side for evey meal), soup, salad, rice, and the meats. So filling and warming on a below zero day. If English is your first language, be patient and gracious, as I know you will be.

The food Quruxlow prepares is delicious and the service is even better. We ordered takeout and…read moreeven after the ride home, the carefully-packaged dishes were still hot and fresh. Also, do not miss the side sauces they pack with your order - they make the food taste even more amazing!

First time coming to Value foods and only second time trying African food. Overall great…read moreexperience. It's a grocery store with a butcher shop and then the deli counter in the back of the market. There was a line of about 6 people and after we lined up, more people waiting. The person ordering ahead of me was telling me that he was getting the whole fried tilapia and plantains, which was his favorite. Not gonna lie, sure did look good! We ordered the red okra stew, collard greens, and goat soup. They offer regular and large sizes and your choice of fufu or rice. Also ordered the fried plantains and a meat pie. The guy behind the counter was friendly and helpful. He let us know which ones contained peanuts (my son has a peanut allergy) and which ones were considered spicy (goat stew) but since I love spicy foods, I didn't mind. My review of the food: -Red Okra with fish and fufu: delicious, greasy, and flavorful. Be careful because the fish was a big chunk and still had bones. -Collard greens with meat and fufu: I think meat was chicken. Our favorite dish of all of them. Flavorful, greasy, and delicious. -Goat Stew and rice: so full of meat (with bones). The Goat chunks remind me of pork belly (fatty, chewy, flavorful). This stew was spicy. Strong goat flavor. Had habanero peppers. -plantains: they gave us so much! Starchy and sweet. Yummy -meat pie: was just ok. Felt a little dry. Overall good experience. Food was so flavorful and full of spices. A little more greasier than how I normally like to eat but the grease also helped with eating the fufu. Total bill was about $60. Was enough food to feed about 5-6 people. No seating area. Everything is packaged for to-go orders.

Choked on plastic. Distgusting. Turned my stomach and felt sick the entire day. Never coming back…read moreto this place.

Caspian is an experience from the dining to the market. They have all the classic Persian options…read morelike the saffron rice with different types of kebab. The family is incredible, they are friendly to all their customers. Recently had Caspian catering - it was beautifully set up & so tasty. The rice is buttery and fluffy while the tadig was perfectly crispy. The kebabs were cooked nice and seasoned so well.

Dining here was a fun experience. The menu was full of traditional Persian and Turkish foods. I had…read moreamazing tea and baklava as well. The service was so friendly and welcoming to our large group! The ambience is relaxed. Definitely check out the marketplace to bring some cultural foods home with you.

The food was absolutely amazing. We will definitely visit again in our next trip to the citiesread more

Amazing food! Very good community center and best of all, it also has a prayer area AND Somali…read moreCafe. 10/10 would recommend.

Amazing food every time. Afro Deli won the small business owner of the year award for good reason…read more Those fries get me out of a slump instantly! I like to switch between getting a grilled chicken wrap and keke chicken most often. The indoor seating is a vibe, I love the mural and colorful furniture! It's a great spot to get a bite with friends, and have a chat. My favorite location is in the heart of the U of M campus, making it easy to take a walk after. This place is phenomenal, definitely worth the visit!

Hit or Miss. the Sampusas were SO delicious, I would absolutely order them again. However? The…read moreSomali Steak Sandwich was not so great. The meat was tough and chewy and the flavors were underwhelming. Service was friendly, but I could hardly understand what the server was saying. Ambiance was a typical fast food joint, with nothing special.

I was craving some Indian takeout for a self-care movie night, and India Palace was the closest…read morespot! I ordered and picked up my food! The spot shares a very small parking lot with the attached brewery, so it's a bit of a roulette wheel on whether or not you'll find something close. The interior was nicer than expected: very clean, organized, and inviting! I didn't interact too much with the staff, but they were friendly and it was a smooth pick-up. I had the Delhi's Butter Chicken and Garlic Naan. The naan was tasty and not too buttery, which I appreciated. The Butter Chicken was surprisingly nuanced, with warm spices and a great combo of flavors. I'm used to Butter Chicken being some of the simplest Indian cuisine, so shout-out to India Palace for not being afraid to add some character to it. I did, however, find cartilage and a few decently sized bones in my chicken, which wasn't expected and detracted from the meal. I'll definitely be back to get takeout again soon and maybe even try the experience of dining in!

Located in a strip mall in Burnsville, there is plenty of parking available. The inside is spacious…read moreand there is plenty of seating, and the booths are large. Service was friendly and the food came out fast. I ordered the Tandoori Dinner for 2 and I was blown away by how much food came with it! The samosa was hot and the outside was nice and crispy. The rogan josh was a little on the gamier side and the vegetable curry was flavorful. The sizzling plate of chicken, shrimp, veggies, and seekh kabab was incredible and the portion was so generous. The veggies had a little bit of acidity which helped balance the dish. The garlic naan was fluffy and loaded with butter and garlic. The kulfi has a mild sweetness but it was very creamy. At $38.99 it was a ton of food for two people. I also ordered the Mango Lassi which was creamy and sweet, and not too tart.

Hole in the wall E African restaurant. I stopped by here since it was a quick 10 min away from work…read moreon my way home. There is construction actively going on due to the new train station with denser housing and businesses being built, so be aware when you drive in. The establishment is not a vibe, it's an American dream in the making. The building is rustic as food is filling. The staff was brisk in taking orders and the environment is lively. Some places to sit, but more of a take out kinda place. I ordered a Sambusa and Goat Meat plate with rice. I'm still new to E African cuisine, so my reviews is more biased with my background versus experience. Sambusa; fried patty filled with meat which I'm gonna assume is beef? It has a nice spicy kick to it, but is drier than my preference. Nice and crispy. Goat Meat with Rice; the star of my dinner and my favorite of the 2. It comes with a salad which is forgettable. The real appeal is the tender goat atop the rice. The rice soaks up the juice and is so flavorful. The goat has bones, so can be annoying to some diners, but allows for a richer flavor. It appears to be pressure cooked finished off with a tomato and onion stir-fry, the crunch of the onions pairs well with the tenderness of the goat. Fun place to pick up food to eat at home if you're tired of cooking. Would stop by and try the other dishes.

I love it Somali food in general yes the portions are huge but I'm Somali and it's really common to…read morehave portions that huge the hot sauce is really good for the average person it's really spicy but I have Somali blood in me I can handle it I love Sam USA but putting fish in it and not making it spicy should be illegal if you're vegetarian almost everything has meat in it but overall it's amazing