Good customer service, clean carryout... Overpriced…read more $36 for a side of jollof, and two nice size pieces of fish and egusi that was simply a gravy sized portion. I ordered egusi, they could have kept the fish...

Gave me a spoilt pounded yam. I got home before I realized this. I called them, they eant me to…read moredrive 35mins to show them. I have pictures and videos saved on my phone. Never again

I recently visited Chaco African & Bakery Restaurant in Waldorf, and let me just say the food does…read morenot disappoint. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and seasoned to perfection. You can tell the dishes are made with authentic ingredients. The portions were generous too, so come hungry. The service was warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The staff was friendly, patient, and happy to explain menu items, which made the experience even better. As for the ambiance, it's clean, cozy, and inviting. The atmosphere is more of a quick sit down and dine your meal without feeling rushed definitely a great spot to visit. My new go to spot in Waldorf when craving authentic African cuisine with great customer service.

I don't usually leave reviews but when I do it's because I'm deeply disappointe. This is my third…read moretry at Chobas. the first time I ordered oxtail and fish with a couple side. Food was amazing. The second time I did a DoorDash. I ordered oxtails and beef suya. The oxtails and Suya were tough. I couldn't eat it. Today, I decided to go in again and give it another try. EPIC Fail. I ordered beef suya with jolly rice and cabbage and tomato stew. The suya was so tough almost like jerky!! I immediately got in my car to take the food back. The tomato soup was half soup/half oil. The cabbage was super bland almost like they just steamed it in water and that's it. The ladies inside Choba were accommodating and understanding although they tried to tell me the suya wasn't overcooked or old. I ended up just swapping the Suya for stewed beef. Have look at what they gave me! lol.. I'll add the suya costs more than the stewed beef. There is barely any beef in the stew. In short, I've had two experiences where the food was either clearly old or overcooked and the food is too expensive for the small portions they give. I have a whole pan full of rice and cabbage and 5 pieces of meet in oils and soup. Check your food before you leave the establishment. Check everything. I liked this place the first time but after two more failed attempts.. it's a NO.

It was empty when my husband and I went in so it was obviously *very* fast service! And service…read morewith a smile! I love the smaller interior. It has such a pretty feel to it! We had the spring rolls which were the perfect crunch! We also both had Panang Curry (one chicken and one pork) which had the *perfect* amount of heat (level 1). We will definitely return!

It's our go to Thai restaurant in Waldorf for sure. Most times we order to go, but there is plenty…read moreof seating and a full bar if you do choose to dine in. My go to meal is the Thai Beef Steak. The sauce is flavorful and comes with mixed vegetables. I ordered with extra broccoli(+$3) and added chicken(+$7). When I got home with my order I noticed there was barely any broccoli outside of the original portion (I literally counted 6 pieces in the whole dish) and not nearly enough chicken to justify the additional costs. The rice portion that you receive with the entree also was noticeably smaller. For $40 I expected more.

I had the pleasure of stumbling across this business looking for Caribbean spots that were close…read more I'll try anything once! I'm so happy I did because if I could describe the overall taste and quality, it's "the cousin who cooks family dinner with the flavor of our Auntie's, but the technique and health-consciousness of a well trained chef" kind of deal lol. Everything was so delicious! I had the green beans , mashed potato, candied yams, and jerk lamb meatloaf. So you're aware, the food is made to order so it's perfect when you're planning ahead for lunch or dinner. They also deliver! (Ask for details dep. on your area). The chef was so, so nice! It's an honor to support her business! All of the vegetables tasted like they were farm-fresh--nothing was frozen! The green beans were expertly cooked with fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, and onions. The best green beans ever! I would love to get these again! The mashed potatoes were so creamy and the yams were nice and sweet, but not too, too sweet. They were perfectly balanced and had the best texture! The meatloaf was made with all of the love in the world! Now, since it has lamb, the flavor is very, very prominent. I'm not really a big meat person but this was a cool touch, and I'll try anything once! If you're a huge fan of lamb, I recommend it. I loved how there was gravy at the bottom and the traditional tomato based topping on top! I shared with my brother when he came to visit, he tore it all up! Lol. I would definitely order from Auntie's again. I saw that a friend follows the chef on social media and she absolutely loves Auntie's, too! Shame on me for putting this delicious food on a paper plate, but last night I had come home from dance class and had to eat immediately lol.

Where do I start?! The oxtails were beyond delicious. The flavors were everything. I have also had…read morethe shrimp pasta!!! OMG! I was mad when I finished my plate. For the amount of food you receive it is worth penny spent. Auntie puts her whole foot in these dishes!

Wanted a good papusa and this place didn't disappoint. It's not a fancy place - so don't come with…read morethat mindset. (I waited in the car while my food was getting prepared). The papusas are large and the cabbage slaw is good. Will go back if I am in the area again!

When I first found this place years back it was great. The food is still good but the service is…read morebad. Also they have raised their prices drastically but it does not reflect on the menu prices. Once they bring the check, they tell you the prices have gone up. Last but not least, the food has made me sick the last two times I have been there. The place doesn't look the cleanest and that doesn't bother me but the fact that I have gotten sick the last two times have made me concern. I'll probably go back again but if I get sick again, then I am done with this place.

Great tasting food and good value for pricing Wonderful…read moreservice very professional If your first time don't be scared, they don't serve everything spicy lol

This was my first time in the new location and I wanted to "share the tea" with my fellow yelpers!…read more Key info to know: 1) It is next to Bahama Bucks if you are trying to find it. Took me a minute lol! 2) It is the same owners and mostly the same staff so just a new location. Expect a similar experience to LaPlata, which for me is a plus because I've always liked and had a good experience with the staff. They are very friendly. 3) They don't have their liquor license yet so unfortunately we have to wait for their amazing craft cocktails. Can't wait till they come back because their infusions are bomb! 4) As for the food, I loved the lamb tiki masala and garlic naan. I took away a star because the shrimp pakora and mixed grill were not what they used to be/not bad just not as good as before. The salmon skewer in the mixed grill was FIRE so next time I'll get that instead of the mixed grill. Overall still a good spot and when they get their license it will be great again! Sorry no pics this time.

Sumbim African Restaurant is my go-to spot when I'm craving bold, flavorful food that hits the spot…read moreand is easy on the wallet. It's a small, humble place--what some might call a hole-in-the-wall--but it's packed with heart, hospitality, and seriously satisfying portions. On this visit, I went with my usual favorite: Egusi with goat and jollof rice. The flavors were rich, deep, and comforting--the kind of meal that feels like a warm hug from home. The egusi was perfectly seasoned, the goat tender and well-spiced, and the jollof rice full of that signature smoky goodness that's hard to find just anywhere. Yes, the service can be a little slow--but trust me, it's worth the wait. Everything is cooked with care, and you can taste the love in every bite. The staff is warm and welcoming, making the whole experience feel personal and genuine. If you're looking for delicious, authentic African food that fills your plate and your soul, Sumbim never disappoints. Just come hungry--and maybe bring a to-go box, because you'll probably need it! Forgot to take pictures because I devoured the food!

So I have eaten at this place three times and each time I have gotten the Egusi & fufu and every…read moretime it taste differently. I do not like that. So the first time it was really good and I was like I'm gonna come back the second time it did not taste the same. It was like pieces in it that kind of felt like wood. I'm not sure what the brown pieces were that were in at this time, but it was a bunch of them. I really didn't like that and it wasn't in there the first time but it was still decent and it's close to my home so I went a third time when I wanted some fufu and Egusi but this time it was no flavor. I end up having to put a little sea salt in it to spruce it up a little bit which I just don't wanna have to do. I also got the peanut butter soup with chicken and jollof rice. The portion for the peanut soup and jollof and chicken was great. The flavor was zero... a major major disappointment. I was so disappointed that I wish I can go and get my money back because I tried to spruce it up but it was just nothing to revive it. No Bueno not good at all so mad I wasted my money on that. The ambience is just basic Mom and Pop African shop. Nothing grand and the service is OK. It's just basic service. Nothing too special. Although the first time I went in there with my son and I told the woman, my son's name she insulted me by saying oh that's the problem with you Americans ... and thats the difference between Americans and Africans. Insanely rude to say to somebody who supporting your business because she didn't like my child's name so I guess that's not great customer service. She should focus more on the flavor of her food and not with people named their children.

Wifey had the day off so we opted for Galazio Tuesday pizza special. All pizzas $5 off. Let me…read morestart by saying everything on the menu is really good, however, as mentioned we did the pizza. Their pizza crust is so airy and light with excellent toppings. One thing to note, if you want to deviate or add anything to the pizzas, make sure you inquire about the price for the add-on! Highly recommended if you are in the La Plata area and craving pizza!

I've been to Galazio before and have generally had good experiences, which is why this visit was so…read moredisappointing. I came in specifically because I wanted fresh, brick oven-style pizza and did not want chain-style pizza. I ordered the Pandora pizza from the menu because it was advertised with pepperoni, tomato, and fresh mozzarella. That detail mattered to me. I intentionally chose that specialty pizza instead of building my own because fresh mozzarella has a very different taste and quality than the standard low-moisture shredded cheese used on many pizzas. When the pizza came out, it did not taste or look like fresh mozzarella was used. It tasted more like a frozen or chain pizza, which was exactly what I was trying to avoid. When I asked the waiter about it, I was told they did not have fresh mozzarella, even though the menu clearly advertised it. After going back and forth, the server brought out different cheeses, including what appeared to be fresh mozzarella, which only made the situation more confusing. They then remade the pizza with burrata, but it was not properly prepared. The burrata was just placed on top in cold/lukewarm globs and was not melted into the pizza. It was not appetizing and did not resolve the issue. The service got worse from there. After I raised the issue, the waiter stopped coming back to the table. The owner ended up bringing out the additional items I ordered, including dessert. When the bill came, they tried to charge me for both pizzas even though the first pizza was the result of their menu/service issue and was still sitting on the table. I had to push back to have it removed, and the response felt dismissive and unpleasant, as if I was wrong for speaking up. My issue is not that mistakes happen. My issue is that the menu advertised fresh mozzarella, the pizza did not reflect that, the replacement was poorly executed, and the service response made me feel like a problem instead of a returning customer with a valid concern. For pizza specifically, I would not recommend it. If the quality is going to taste like chain pizza, I may as well go to Papa John's, Pizza Hut, Ledo's, or Little Caesars and pay accordingly.