Wanted to treat hubby to some cuisine from his culture and so we went here. It's a long distance…read morefrom home but it was a mild weather day in December so we decided to make the drive on 12/9/24. We ring the bell and a young boy let us in and we sat down. It was awhile before someone came to tend to us but as my husband was explaining to me, in the African culture, you go to them to tell them what you want, not the other way around. They were in the back busy cooking and preparing, there is a open window where you can order. We got to meet the owner who the restaurant is named after, Anayo. He was awesome! I wanted to order the fried rice or the coconut rice but those are large orders for several people which are only for call in but they don't indicate that on the menu. I got to order the last meat pie they had and OMG, I'm still dreaming about how good it was! I ordered the jollof rice and told them mild spice but it was still a bit too hot for me but in Nigeria, that is how they spice their food, LOL. It comes with goat meat and fish. I loved the fish as it was flavorful, crispy and delicious! I will make sure to order that fish again. Hubby got the Nkwobi made with cow feet, scotch bonnet pepper, onion, palm oil Spinach and seasonings. It was so hot but he enjoyed every bit of it. Anayo told us that they have only been open for 1 year. I hope they continue and thrive. I got to taste a strawberry yogurt drink that they had in the frig that was in a 1 liter container. I really enjoyed that also. You get the bill after you pay - they told us our total for us to pay. Not used to that but they aren't the first business that I've experience to do that. Area was very quiet that evening. Thank you Nayo's - see you soon!

Best nkwobi in chicago. or are you looking for Ukazi soup,…read moreor uha. Reached out and you will confess 3313057300.

This place is great . The food is wonderful. I drive 35…read moremiles to come here and eat their spaghetti and baked chicken. I love the Somalian tea. Mohomed the cashier & server is great today . Great customer service and they give large portions of food. This place never disappoints . I love this place and the people that come here to eat are always very nice too.

Great low-key spot for somali cuisine in the old town area. The staff were super friendly, and lots…read moreof the patrons seemed to be regulars. I split a meal with the friend, we got the chicken dinner and two samosas. The portions were great and we were both satisfied. Rice was delicious, the yellow split peas were great as well, and the chicken hit the spot. The samosas were just okay, I enjoyed them but would probably get something else next time. We got milk tea which wasn't too strong so it was fine to drink at night. Overall, it was a nice spot. I would really love to come back and try the lunch menu sometime!

The food was good, just not memorable for me personally. I'm West African, so maybe my standards…read morefor dibi are a little higher. The lamb was flavorful and nicely grilled, but I've definitely had better. I also really wish they served attiéké instead of couscous. The mixed vegetables in the couscous didn't really add much and felt unnecessary. Service was also surprisingly slow considering there were only two other tables during the day when we visited. That said, I do think this is a solid spot for Americans or anyone new to West African food who wants to try something approachable and tasty. The flavors are there, I just wasn't blown away or craving a second plate.

Cannot express how delicious and tender this food is. This is a community cornerstone for…read moreBronzeville. If you've never had fufu or djolof, this is the perfect place to get your toes wet. The Chicken and Fish are the perfect place to start for mains. Give your time to this family owned spot.

Everything was great. The food was outstanding and the atmosphere was delightful. The service was…read moreexcellent.

The food was delicious. We got the yassa chicken and the didi lamb. The lamb was a clear winner. I…read morewas a big fan of the mint tea but it works better after eating than with it. Service is slow but fits the relaxed atmosphere. Not a place to eat when you're in a rush but great for a sit down meal on a slow weekend.

I actually never ate here; they didn't open at the posted hours…read more I waited for 30 minutes for the place to open on a Sunday afternoon and no one was there. The hours posted stated they opened at 2:00 p.m., but I gave up after half an hour in the hot sun. There wasn't even anyone inside. I understand that things happen, but found this unacceptable and unprofessional.

Love Nigerian food? Looking for a less greasy/oily option that's JUST as flavorfully authentic? NO…read moreMORE! No swallow with Egusi. Appropriate serving size. Not greasy or salty. Very tasty topped with stew. We got just to try. SOOOO GOOD! Rice is good too. I like my rice on the harder side...flavor great. The assorted meat was a piece of goat, tripe (very soft ) and chicken. The meat pie...more a Jamaican patty; looks, flavor and all. Tasty. No moin moin. Restaurant did contact me. We subbed for the malt beverage, Maltina. Delivery fee high but the place is on the north extreme of Chicago towards Loyola; delivered to Streeterville.

I rarely leave reviews, but this place was worth it. I was traveling and got stuck in a winter…read morestorm, and this place made my whole evening. The food was so fresh and taste, so authentic. I had to call the restaurant to thank them personally for being open, and being good quality food. 10 out of 10 recommend.

Demera was an excellent introduction to Ethiopian food! Since it was our first time, the staff was…read moreincredibly friendly and attentive, taking the time to answer our questions and make recommendations. The food was absolutely delicious and tasted incredibly fresh. It struck the perfect balance of being healthy while still being satisfying. We ordered a platter that didn't look like it would be very filling at first, but it was more than enough food. I would definitely recommend Demera to anyone looking to try Ethiopian cuisine, whether it's your first time or you're already a fan. If you're planning a date night in Uptown, this is a great place to start the evening, then head across the street to the Green Mill for live jazz and cocktails. It makes for a fun night out!

I have been to demera several times but never left a review. Its a great spot in uptown. They have…read morea lot seating. We came on a Sunday for lunch, we made reservations ahead of time. - Service is 10/10, our waitress was wonderful. - The sambusas were excellent and the dipping sauce was incredible- i wish they sold it separately in a bottle. - the Shai was perfect and flavorful. Absolutely delicious - our food was good not as good as I remembered. The portions were also smaller but we were full. Demera isn't my favorite Ethiopian spot in Chicago ( I think Tesfa is better) but I've always had a good experience here.

The food was amazing at the Taste of Chicago only difference is the chicken was spicy supposed to…read morebe jerk taste like grill chicken with BBQ sauce chicken was tender rice was amazing so was the cabbage. Now I need to try fufu.

Love this place! Great spot for senegalese food, the space is pretty lowkey but they've dressed it…read moreup nice. Staff are super friendly as well. I've tried the chicken pastel, cebbu yap, and thiebou djene. The cebbu yap is probably my favorite so far, but everything is delicious. The rice is super flavorful, the sauce is rich. Hope to be back soon!

Lovely host, authentic Moroccan fare (I loved the lamb!), in quaint rooms. Incidentally, the fact…read morethat the restaurant is divided into several separate smallish rooms means the restaurant is always conversation-friendly, a definite plus for people who want to enjoy their food together with a good dose of talk! Remember, BYOB!

Shokran Moroccan Restaurant is proof that a place does not have to be fancy to be unforgettable…read more The restaurant is a simple, comfortable space filled with Moroccan decor, and the entire experience feels rooted in authenticity. The owner, who is directly from Morocco, has a straight-faced demeanor but is genuinely one of the nicest people you will ever meet. Now let's talk about the food: next level. The Lamb Casablanca and Lamb Marrakesh are absolute standouts and easily some of the best dishes on the menu. This is home-style food made with real care. Every bite tastes intentional, proud, and full of heart. This is a great spot whether you are eating alone, on a date, or with a group of friends. Anyone who appreciates thoughtfully prepared food will leave happy. Just keep in mind it is cash only and BYOB. Bonus: you can also order it on Uber Eats.

The restaurant made half my order incorrectly when I ordered from UberEats. With that being said,…read morethe food was still delicious. I would have loved to try the goat but maybe next time. The fried fish was definitely my favorite part. Food: 4/5 Price: 4/5 Experience: 3.5/5

African people please get it together. There is a viral Tiktok video on the problems of dining with…read moreAfrican vendors and everything is true. The food is tasty. I will give them that. But everything else is horrible. The prices are outrageous. Way too expensive. Customer service is non existent. Rude people. The fact that it takes forever to receive a meal is unforgivable. You would think they slaughtered the goats in the back, how long it takes to receive food. I hate that I like the food and get a craving for it, because I know the hassle it will entail. My husband refuses to go to the restaurant anymore because of the shenanigans that happen every time he showed up in the past. West African people are really embarrassing themselves. At least the Ethiopians have customer service.