I think that this place could be so much better, if they may be hired better cooks. I'm not sure if…read moreone of the owners is a cook or it's a family owned business, but one thing I've learned family is not gonna take your business as serious as you would. The last time I went there, I ordered the goat stew, almost 40 minutes before I arrive. Once I got there, they said oh we're out of goat, they asked if I wanted beef, no one called me no one communicated. I was very shocked that they had someone that supposedly is supposed to be at the front at the register. A Caucasian lady, but the whole time I was there she was in the back, talking, laughing joking. When she told me they had no goat and if I wanted beef, I said sure, but why no one never called me, no one never communicated to me that you guys were out of goat and she just stood there and looked at me crazy she didn't say oh my gosh I'm so sorry you know I'll see if I can talk to my manager to see what we can do for the inconvenience. I didn't drive, I was in a Uber. So with Uber you only have a time limit at each stop, but thankfully the Uber driver was so nice and pleasant and I explained the situation and they didn't leave me. And I had autistic individual with me as well, so that could've been very bad. I know she just looked at me crazy because she was supposed to call and reach out and let me know something. So the whole time I'm there. I'm waiting for her to you know come talk to me or something. She's in the back just laughing and joking and you know just back there not upfront. As people were coming in, she'll come poke her head out and then go back in the back. I'm like what are you here for you not to cook so. I've been to Yendidi so many times, every time I've went there's always somebody at the front whether it's a guy or a woman. I've never seen a person that's supposed to be in the front, in the kitchen the whole time as if they're cooking. When I got my food. the beef was actually goo, they only gave me three pieces of beef two medium size pieces and a small piece which I was upset about. They could've gave me like more especially I be had I had to wait. Nobody called me or anything. The pounded yam, which I was so shocked that you have to pay for separately now it's not something that you can request as a side with your meal like how you used to be able to, on DoorDash that's how it is. The pounded yam was very soggy. My only issue with this location, is they just don't seem like they really care to put effortin, Idk if they lost their spark or care to deliver great food. I think that they give mediocre because they're not really interested in sharing their culture with Americans, it feels like they give us very poor quality food because they know half of us don't know the difference. But that's a bad look because individuals who are from their culture that come and look for authentic food come and eat. I've seen reviews were they review saying how they're not making authentic food, and selling old food. So it's very unfortunate. The places that I used to get very good African food from are no longer open, which is unfortunate. Covid took them out of business or they relocated to another state, and they were really really good and consistent very pleasant. So Yen need to work on, customer service. They need to work on quality, because all it takes is for someone to open up a restaurant, serve the same food. & They really have a heart and love for cooking and seeing people enjoy wonderful food with pleasant customer service and very consistent food Quality, only takes for one business like that, to come to close a lot of places down.

Went here on a Saturday night because I was craving something filling and flavorful; the place…read morething that came to mind was Yendidi. I tried them before a long time ago and haven't had them recently, so I was really anticipating having them again. The ordering process was quick and easy, we used their computer screens to put our orders in. Not too bad of a wait for our food. The staff were very communicative on our food status while we were waiting, which I appreciated. My order included an Afro pie (7.5/10), I absolutely loved the sauce it came with, but I do feel like the meat inside and pie itself was dry. Sautéed green beans (10/10). Chicken Egusi soup w/ pounded yam (9/10), the flavors were amazing! I loved how savory it was; however, I do believe they switched the spice level of my soup with my sisters because I asked for none-little spice, yet my soup tasted like it was their highest spice level !! I had to keep taking breaks while eating because while it did taste really good, it was also so so spicy! I really did enjoy my meal, despite receiving the wrong spice level in my Egusi soup. I will def return again soon. My overall rate of experience : 8.6/10

The food is very delicious. The people there are very friendly and they explain the different…read morecuisines they offer. I had Jollof Rice and fried tilapia in a red sauce. All well seasoned and full of flavor. The portions are very generous, enough for a big meal and even leftovers. Also, it's great to support local and family businesses. It's best for carry outs.

It was first experience (location and cuisine) . The place is small and intimate enough for table…read moreof 2 . The rice was very tasty . I'm a lil bummed i only got 3 plantain but the goat was good ! Nice lil kick to it ! I did have a bit of a wait between 15-20 . Overall this place was cool .

If you're looking for the most authentic West African cuisine in the 757, look no further than ES…read moreAfrican Kitchen! We tried the jollof rice with chicken, egusi stew with fufu, and the meat pies--everything was absolutely amazing. The flavors were rich, the food was clearly made with love and attention to detail, and the portions were generous. The customer service was excellent, making us feel truly welcomed. We loved it so much that we came back the very next day for more! This is hands down the best West African food we've had in the area. Highly recommend!

This restaurant shows open but it's not even there when you go to it. Abandoned restaurant. Need to…read moreshow online temporary closed!

Yendidi has been on my Yelp radar for years, but never found time to try them out. Their flagship…read morelocation is in Norfolk where they even have a grocery market. A few years ago, they opened this location which has a bar and dine-in service. Sophia and I joined a friend of ours for lunch on Saturday. Let's see how the event turned out. I happened to place a reservation for our table the previous night, but since there weren't many people present, it wasn't necessary. The staff greeted us when we walked inside and got seated immediately. The decor inside was really nice. There's artwork abound, a bar and even a foosball table. Simply put, you should not be bored at a place like this. After looking at the menu, we were all ready to order. I selected their cabbage stew with chicken as the protein with plain jasmine rice and sweet plantains. Overall, the food was good. The stew was presented with medium spice so it definitely had my lips burning (a great thing) and the rice was well cooked. The plantains had flavor, but I felt it was overcooked. It has been a minute since I've eaten plantains but they were always a bit soft. The stew did have plenty of chicken but it could've been cut to slightly smaller pieces. Still, the meal had yours truly full and I did takeout. So did Sophia and our friend. All in all, I had a really nice time. The hospitality was really nice (the owner actually came to our table to check on us) and the food was plentiful. Oh yeah, we even had a robot bring our food to us. How cool is that??!! Anyways, till next time :)

First time visiting this restaurant. Learned tonight it's been open three years! Excuse me! I've…read morebeen missing out on great food, great service, and great vibes. I can't believe we have a restaurant like this in VA Beach. I'd expect to find a restaurant of this caliber in DC , New York, LA...but it's here local! I'm not affiliated, I'm not related but if you want to take your dining experience to a new level...get over there now!

The food here is good, the staff is friendly, and the restaurant is clean and well-lit…read more My husband and I stopped in to get a quick meal to-go. We were greeted by a helpful employee and the owner. They helped us decide what to order. We ordered the grilled chicken platter with a side of falafel. We made the mistake of not expressing that this meal was to-go. Another customer walked in after we ordered, placed his order (a wrap) and got his meal on a tray within 5 minutes. He ate in the restaurant and by the time he ate and left, our food still wasn't ready. It was only us and the customer that came in after us and ordered a wrap, so it wasn't busy. When we did get the food, it was tasty, hot, and tasted fresh. The food and the service was good, just express if you want to-go upfront and if you're eating in, prepare for the possibility of a wait. Update: We last went here a couple of months ago. We passed by on 6/22/25 and they are now permanently closed. Hate to see that! Hopefully they will be able to reopen at another location.

I got Tasty Kebab for lunch. Its close to Lidl in the Janef Shopping Center. There was no one…read moreinside so i didn't have to wait. If you get a bowl its kinda Subway style so you just choose your toppings and you can watch it be made. The owner is really nice, she is always friendly when I come in. I got egg plant, cucumber, chicken , onions, sauces, and etc. At first I was disappointed at the amount of what she was scooping, but in the end it was a good amount and was filling. The bowl was tasty and I really enjoyed the eggplant. The garlic sauce and hummus was good as well. I'd definitely return. Check them out!!

5/2026 I came back and again, easy ordering over the phone. They no longer have Doro wat except…read morefor catering. They graciously made me something similar. I got the lentils and peas as side items. The injera was great. I felt the sides were a little under cooked, but the flavors were good. I had enough injera left over to make my own Doro wat.

I was craving Ethiopian food, so Mesob is my spot. I called in an order for shrimp, gomen, and…read morespicy lentils with injera. I don't know the owners name but she's so sweet. We always chat when I go pick up my food and she makes me feel welcomed. Ethiopian food is one of those things I think anyone looking for flavorful food should try. The different spices and seasonings they use are so good. Some dishes are spicy, so definitely ask for mild if you can't take the heat. The restaurant is small with some tables to dine in. There's parking out front. It's across from Dollar general in a small business strip. My food hit the spot. The shrimp were cooked just right and were tasty. The gomen and lentils were good as well, and my fav is the sour tasting injera bread that compliments everything. I especially love when is saucy and the injera soaks up all the juices... Mmmm. There are no forks, so come prepared to eat with your hands!! I recommend this place! Check them out!!

My husband surprised me by ordering dinner from Jam Café because I've always wanted to try this…read morecuisine, but every time I've called before, they were closed. I was so excited to finally try it. Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing. When my husband got home with the food, we realized one of the dinners was missing. When he called the restaurant, they went back and forth with him, insisting he had the item and confusing it with a veggie tray. It was very frustrating and unprofessional. I drove all the way back from my home in Chesapeake to resolve the issue. While there, I also returned the glory greens because they were clearly not fresh or properly prepared. I asked to swap them for cabbage, but the cabbage wasn't fully cooked. After waiting an additional 10 minutes, they asked if I would prefer a refund instead. I then had to wait another five minutes just to receive the refund. Throughout the entire interaction, the staff was rude and showed no empathy for the inconvenience -- especially considering I had to drive all the way back after my husband had already brought dinner home. Overall, this was a horrible experience, and sadly, the food was even worse. I truly wanted to love this place, but I will not be returning

This was very underwhelming the jerk chicken taste like it's been sitting too long and under…read moreseasoned. The oxtails were whatever.

The best African food in the area. Great value for the price. Pickup only but so worth itread more

terrible service. she did not pick up the phone to take my order, completely ignored it. i called…read moreat 12pm when the website said they was open then she texts "she busy leave a message" and she lied saying she'll get back to me at 5pm. i come at 6:30pm to just order in person and theres not even a restaurant, just someone deciding whether or not they want to be open for business. she said shes too tired so she closed early. what kind of business is this. just go to E S African Kitchen on Airline Blvd. far better atmosphere, service and food. not to mention its a real restaurant.

I chose this restaurant at Town Center to celebrate my birthday. Unfortunately, it turned out to be…read moreone of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had. When we arrived, the restaurant was not busy, yet no one greeted or seated us inspite of the board saying " Please wait to be Seated" . We eventually walked to the counter to place our order. The staff member serving us was cold, unfriendly. Since it was our first visit, we expected at least a warm welcome or some guidance on the menu, but none was offered. We simply ordered what looked appealing. We weren't offered water, after I asked Instead of handing me a glass which she did for everyone,she simply pointed and said, "The water is over there." That interaction made me feel unwelcome. The wait for our food was unreasonably long. I noticed that our meals had already been prepared but were left sitting on the counter instead of being brought to our table. Many other customers appeared frustrated by the delays, especially families with young children who were visibly struggling with the long wait. Throughout most of our visit, we could only see the kitchen staff. There seemed to be no one attending to the dining area or checking on guests. When our food finally arrived, it wasn't even hot. We ordered the half chicken with peri-peri fries and the chicken breast with Brussels sprouts. I could not see any sauce on my food, I ordered Medium sauce, you can see in the picture I posted. My chicken breast was burnt, dry, and had a bitter taste. The sauces were good, especially the Saka sauce, but unfortunately it wasn't enough to make up for the rest of the experience. What disappointed me most was the complete lack of customer service. I later decided to order another item, but there was no one at the counter. After waiting for several minutes without anyone returning, I gave up. To make matters worse, the payment process still prompted for a tip despite the absence of service, which the staff mentioned. Tipping should reflect good hospitality, and unfortunately there was very little service provided during our visit. It was disappointing that my birthday dinner ended this way. I chose this restaurant because of its beautiful atmosphere, but attractive décor alone cannot make up for poor service, long wait times, and food that arrives cold and overcooked. Judging by the reactions of the other diners, we were not the only customers who left disappointed. Sadly, I cannot recommend this restaurant based on my experience.

I had to update this review. Ever since I was introduced to Nando's (by Yelp, mind you), I have…read morebeen a crazy person about it. If I remember this place exists mid conversation (any conversation), I stop to tell the person I'm talking to about it. The food here is so good and so fresh!! They got rid of the peas, and when I asked the waiter about it, no one knew what I was talking about. But from the picture you can see they existed lol. I'm sad about the peas, but this time i discovered a new obsession: their Brussels sprouts. Oh. My. Goodness. I will dream about them. The peri ranch on top of them was just *perfection.* The chicken is always so juicy and freshly made. The char on it smacks every time. You can choose different sauces to dip it in. They're available to bring to your table where the silverware and napkins live. I always get my chicken medium spicy and dip it in the wild herb or the garlic sauce. 10/10. Can you tell I'm obsessed? Come with me to ensure this place never closes. Visit Nandos, you will never be disappointed!