This restaurant brings us delicious food from The Ivory Coast of West Africa. The menu is simple but looks amazing with plenty of options. Everything is a la cart , but the portions are generous. Today I tried Krako , which isn't on the menu, but you might can ask for it. They said it's when the plantains are over ripe, they are smashed with spices and then fried . It was sooo good, though just a bit oily. Next, I decided to try their stewed goat and their signature spinach rice. The goat was unbelievably tender and the broth was so flavorful. I ended up mixing my rice Into the sauce after I'd eaten all the meat. I will definitely eat here again, I want to try their whole fried red snapper. Prices are affordable. My meal was about $35 with tip, and I have a to go container. read more

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Where have yall been hiding? FOR YRS, I have been on a quest in search of the food I saw many enjoy...until today When the food touched our table, we knew we made a great choice! I had the Egusi soup w/fish & Cassava fufu (next time I wanna get it w/the smoked turkey) & my husband had the peanut soup w/smoked turkey & plantain fufu We also got Jollof rice to-go & that was bussin', not to forget the delicious hibiscus/pineapple juice they offer! I'm excited about our future dine-in's & I'm looking forward to trying the okra soup w/the yam fufu next The plantain fufu (my fav) has a slight sweetness that really compliments the peanut butter soup... & please give the staff grace... it's a small, busy business, so consider elsewhere if you're in a rush. The atmosphere was homely w/light Afro music in the background. If you have kids needing a highchair, I saw at least 1 lol so maybe bring your own chair just in case. Limited parking, so carpool if doing a group thing. read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - Hours of Operation (3/2025) - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

First time here and wow I can't wait to go back!! The staff made us feel like family and everything we tried was delicious. All home made and authentic. A must try in Columbia! read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - Pepper soup, plantain fufu, jollof rice, tilapia - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

It was our first time trying African food and I was extremely impressed and satisfied with our food! We were told about all the food on the menu and what it was so that there would be no confusion. Great atmosphere and hospitality! Quality and taste of food was amazing! I ordered Fufu with oxtail and I couldn't get enough. Additionally, we ordered several different rices they offered along with Peanut soup to eat with the Fufu and the chicken kabob! The sweet plantains were great as well. Both fresh juices they offer are so delicious as well! We will be coming back! read more

When I am craving West African food, this is the place I go. This is also the place where I bring my African students. All of the food is good, especially if you love food with some heat or kick. The jollof rice is great and I love the pepper soup with smoked turkey. The shawarma is nice, too. If you cannot dine in, I recommend calling in an order for pick up. read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - Jollof rice, plantains, pepper soup with smoked turkey - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

First this authentic I requested African cuisine. This is my first time and it was amazing and dipped up to every expectation that I was thinking. Service above traditional, and the ambience felt like home. read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - Pepper Soup with Turkey - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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One of the cleanest and friendliest places I've been too, also the food and drinks exceeded our expectations, I will definitely be coming back! read more

Outta this world food and service from a heartfelt homespun mom and pop. Creative ambience. Patient staff. Order the homemade juice for sure! read more

Will be returning soon with the gang. Good natural tasty food. Owner explans any item on the menue to you what it is & how the Cook prepares it and staff are happy and friendly and make sure you are pleased. read more

This is my second time at this restaurant. The food is fantastic. It is very authentic and flavorful. All of the food is cooked to order so be prepared for a wait... a long wait. I ordered the okra stew with traditional yam fufu. I found my self sopping the fufu along the bottom of the dish, trying to get every last drop! I was not really impressed with the vegetable Ragu. It may have been because by the time the dish was served, it was no longer hot. My husband enjoyed the oxtails and rice. We had the vegetable eggrolls as an appetizer. They were good and helped make the wait for our entrées easier. If you are looking for traditional west African food, you need to give this place a try! read more

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Great place with great food and service. Would definitely recommend this for a unique food experience with great taste.

Great food and great atmosphere. Great host and very good authentic African food. I highly recommend

Love this restaurant reminds me of home NYC. The owners are awesome and the atmosphere is just beautiful.

The inside of the restaurant looks clean and neat. The customer service was great! Everyone is right, they were very friendly and accommodating for those who aren't familiar with the food. For my food, it was great! I enjoyed every bite. The goat meat was a little tough, but I'm not familiar enough with goat to know whether or not that's supposed to be the texture. It's flavor was great, however. I have to agree with some other reviews that the portion for the fufu was smaller than what I was expecting. I ended up finishing it before the egusi. I wasn't a big fan of the juice, but I've noticed that everyone does hibiscus differently, so it's a hit-or-miss thing with me. Would totally go again! :) Overall: 8.5/10 Total price: ~$32 read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - Goat meat, egusi, fufu (unsure what kind.. maybe casava), and pineapple hibiscus juice. - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

I've never had West African food in a restuarant before. It was a very good first experience.

Every other week, I drive an hour and a half (each way) to dine here. The food is always phenomenal, and the service and hospitality are exemplary. The only complaint I have is that I don't live closer. read more

We went back for lunch on a Saturday afternoon, and tried fried plantains, okra soup with fish, yellow rice, and chicken kabob. All was delicious! There was a hot sauce that came with the kabobs that was really spicy. The yellow rice was flavorful. I particularly loved how the plantains were cooked, they weren't fried hard, but were crispy enough and sweet. Customer service was excellent. We love this place and will be back soon. read more

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Great service - the manager let us try the house virgin drinks for free, felt very welcomed in. The food tasted fresh and authentic

Authentic west African which is amazing! I've been here so may times now I've lost count! This husband and wife (chef/owner) duo are amazing! I normally go for the tilapia, peanut soup and plantain fufu! Which are all amazing! I've also had the egusi and okra soups which are Devine! The spring rolls are also delicious light and crispy! Today I was able to try the chefs special menu item of Goat! Let me tell you it was spectacular!!!!!! Tender, flavorful, spicy fall off the bone goodness!!!!! The restaurant is located off of Two Notch near Sandhills. It's always clean and welcoming with fresh flowers on every table! Do yourself a favor and try them out! read more

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As a repeat customer along with my son, when I tell Mrs. Jackie doesn't go wrong with all the love she and her family put into their dishes! We love this place and we love the ambiance. The service has always been point on from beginning to end, the greeting at entrance, the "welcome in" is always amazing along with all of the amazing smiles you will receive. Now for the food, if you like it spicy, mild, medium you choose your level because at any level all of the we've had has been so tasty. You can taste all the passion, heart and preparation that's put into every dish. Please don't limit yourself based on the food I'm mentioning below because I'm telling you everything that I have tasted has been remarkable. Baked Chicken: spice level was "spicy" that I asked for but the meat is so tender with delicious toppings and secret sauce that will collaborate so well with the chicken. Fufu: a melody in my mouth. Delicious Oxtail: I get this "spicy", enough meat on the bones for me, and tender.... Pork Ribs: I normally don't eat pork but because it's Mrs. Jackie and I know how delicious the food is I had to try it. Let me tell you it didn't disappoint me, tender, I mean falls off the bone, season to perfection, these are not your small ribs these are your healthy med/large Ribs that will fill you up by itself. Spring Rolls: All I can say is try them for yourself, you can't go wrong! Just know we will continue to be repeat customers. We feel at home every single time we visit. From the love, greetings, and hugs at the door. You can see the love in this kitchen for food and love the family/friends have for each other. I will definitely be trying to find a way to hire Mrs. Jackie for catering purposes at a family event. read more

This was a great find. The fried chicken was sumptuous and tender while falling off the bone. The fried plantain had a very fresh flavor which was a joy. I also had the beef Chawarma that was full of flavor. read more

Grandson wanted to come here for his birthday lunch. None of us had ever had African food before. We made reservations because there were 9 of us. Richard couldn't have been more welcoming and the food was delicious! He made sure to explain all the dishes and heat values so we could choose. Our group tried the fufu, spinach soup, fried plantain & yams, spring rolls, chicken and beef kababs, goat meat, jollof rice and more. Everything was well prepared, the meat was tender (loved the grilled onions served w/the kababs) and the helpings were generous. Will definitely return. Richard is the host/server and his wife and MIL are the outstanding chefs. Milles remerciements! read more

The food here was phenomenal! Everything tasted amazing! The service was on point! Richard did a great job explaining the menu. I had no idea what I was eating and he did a great job breaking it all down for me. His wife, Marie, is a phenomenal chef. Everything was extremely good. The restaurant is very clean and welcoming. I highly recommend going here!!! read more

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I ordered carry out and enjoyed my meal. The service was less than 10 minutes and delivered as ordered. I would suggest calling before you drive there as their opening hours don't always match posted hours. read more

This lovely establishment is somewhat hidden amongst the strip malls on Two Notch Road. Search for this cultural gem because it is indeed worth the trip. The secret to Le Bamboo is an amazing African Chef. She has created a menu of delicious and interesting cuisine. From seafood, to beef and chicken, there is something here for almost every discerning palate. It is alcohol-free, but no worries. Their home-made juices and teas are sure to please. The warmth and charm of this family rivals complements the quality of this wonderful cuisine. read more

Awesome spot that picked up right where ASANKA left off. Came here for dinner twice. Wasn't disappointed. Only ate one dinner because my mom stole my first one because she loved the food as well. I always get the chicken with spinach stew but I know the kabobs are great as well. The staff is awesome and very friendly! Yes I'm going back... read more

OMG!! This spot is the bomb!! If you are looking for a true African and Authentic Restaurant well this is the place! The service was excellent the food was amazing and the owner Marie is wonderful. Her family took the time to explain the menu to us and the atmosphere was superb!! Please go and support this business!!! Did I mention the Karaoke read more

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Awesome. The welcoming, the ambience, the flavors of Ivory Coast and West Africa, come alive. We dined at the restaurant last night. It was a excellent choice. From the appetizers, to the main course. Everything is cooked fresh. The restaurant is very comfortable. It makes you feel enveloped in comfort. The decorations are spot on. Drinks: Anise Tea; Ginger Pineapple juice and the Hibiscus pineapple juice. Our appetizers: African Yams, Fried Plantain, Spring rolls, Beef Shukya. Wow, The beef melts in your mouth. The sauces that accompanied: for the African fried yams - pepper sauce. The African Yams reminded me of Fried Yucca, the pepper sauce, hit the mark. The fried plantains where just right, the sauce was tomatoes, onion, based. The Spring rolls, the sauce was sweet chili. Main course: 3 of us ordered Fried Red Snapper with the tomatoes, onion, peppers, chopped. Very well seasoned. Chose the Jasmine Curry Rice. The other with Spinach rice and Jollof rice. All tasted exceptional. The fourth member chose Okra soup with Plantain fufu. She continued to praise the food and repeatedly commented, we have found our place. We will definitely be back. read more

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Great service, great food, great atmosphere. Definitely recommend trying it. Will be coming back soon. read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Peanut soup with beef and spinach rice. The spinach rice looked more like rice with Italian seasoning. The peanut soup was delicious. The added beef was tough as old warn leather shoes. My friends ordered spinach soup with oxtails (good); another friend ordered fish. The fish looked blackened but it had a good taste. The beef was tough as old shoe leather. read more

I've been to ale Bambou a few times. The service has always been great. I usually get the yam fufu and peanut soup. It's delicious. The smell of everything is amazing. read more

Chicken Chawarma with the oxtails and yellow rice was out of this world! I compliment all of the hard working women at this location! The finished product that they are creating is bringing us back to our culture, and it is extremely appreciated read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - Chicken Chawarma, Yellow Rice & Oxtails - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

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The food was great and the service was excellent. My daughter's husband is from Nigeria and she was craving his cooking. We loved it. read more

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we stopped by this place after seeing the sign from the road. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff was very friendly read more

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Highly recommend this restaurant! The food is great, Food is prepared when ordered, which means that you might have a bit of a wait, but it's worth it. We will be back! read more

The food was delicious. Richard was very knowledgeable about the menu and did a great explain it.

Good food. Not inexpensive. The peanut d so our was great but the oxtail was so-so. The okra d sad oil was good.

The food is freshly prepared, the fall of the bone Ribs was amazing, baked chicken Hummm, we chose to eat it with Jill of rice and spinach, it was delicious! We definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

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This place never disappoints! I have to travel a long distance to get to the restaurant, so I love when a restaurant is consistent with their food in a magnificent way! read more

After reading the reviews I thought I would give this restaurant a try. I was very disappointed I order the Beef Ragout because I was told they was out of everything else. They gave me a bowl with some tender potatoes and burnt beef tips. The sauce that it set in was very flavorful. I went there 30 mins before closing I don't know if that have something to do with the quality of the food or not. Also the portion of food is very small this restaurant is more for an experience rather than to feed your hunger. read more

Le Bambou Restaurant Africain - Beef Ragout - African Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina