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Mama Osas African Restaurant

3.2 (30 reviews)
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Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Harish V.

Pretty small place. Service was bit slow even with few customers. Jollof rice was ok but more of some seasoning flavor. Ambience is not great. The Meat was damn hard not sure if it was precooked. Charged 2$ extra for credit card. I would not go to this place again.

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Justin C.

There are only about 10-15 items on the menu, but I'm sure each and every one of them is good. There are pictures on the menu to help you make your selection. My tilapia soup was spiced just right, and the fish was fresh(as a seasoned fish eater I can tell the difference between fresh and frozen) Unlike some other west African restaurants, it is not overly greasy or oily here. Also, the younger woman(presumably the daughter of mama osas) informed me that most of the ingredients are organic. Very good to know. However, this isn't really a "take a date" place, more of a whole in the wall,yet exotic, tasty, nutritious eatery.

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Carpenter K.

I was visiting Chicago and wanted some nigerian food being where I'm from has No African Restaurants whatsoever. I called ahead of time because I read somewhere their food is made to order. When I arrived I sat for about 10 minutes while the staff walked around there were NO customers. Finally I approach a man(who I guess is the owner) and ask to order I told him I called ahead he had no clue what I was talking about. So after I ordered I sat another 10 minutes I went up to ask for something to drink. I had to grab it from the freezer (I know what you're thinking why the heck didn't I walk out, I just came from a 10 hour train ride I was desperate) So the food came it looked good and seemed fresh I Ordered pounced yam and ogbono soup it was very favorable and had a great portion. I didn't get asked once if I needed anything or if I was okay.... At this point if it wasn't cold and and I wasn't in the mood to run I would've walked out without paying the service was nonexistent so I might as well leave??? My advice just do take out. Great food though hence three stars. - Carpenter kim

Pounded Yam and Efo 15 minute devouring time.
M Y.

Very good chops (eat). This place has catered for my family before but this is the first time I would dine formally and I must say they are very good. Food: Pounded Yam and Efo was very good. Pounded yam was very soft and fluffy so it went down easily. Efo was not spicy at all and had shrimp and stock fish and then assorted meat. I also ordered fried rice and assorted meat to go and when I began to tear into this. I started singing Allelu, especially when I tasted the liver (real fried rice choppers know about the liver). Great work by the chef Ambiance: very tiny shop set up like a typical Buka Place. It was defo a Nigerian shop with the two deep freezers behind the counter. Service: Good service, they were not rude like Nigerians tend to be when they see other Nigerians (though I tired my best Akata (black American) accent and the woman smelt Yoruba right away in me. Lol. Overall it was a good experience honestly only disappointment was the lack of meat pie, however I got there later in the evening so I will let that slide. Well done Mama Osa, E Ku įse

Tilapia, jallof rice and plantain.
Adam T.

Hands down the best Nigerian food in Chicago; almost tastes as if Ma made it herself. We ate the peppa soup, which was particularly spicy. Be forewarned, if you don't like spicy food, clearly communicate that to the waiter. Also the Jallof rice was delicious and flavorful. Lastly, the eba and stew is a MUST have. Definitely check out this restaurant if you are interested in authentic, delicious Nigerian Cuisine.

Egusi with goat - delicious!

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A Beth lowkey place but they were very helpful since it was my first time there. Their jallof of rice was delicious. Big portions

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Wow!!! This banga soup is lit!!!!! Best in Chicago!!! This is really home away from home. Great sevice guys!!

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The beef and fish were pretty good but the vegetables and jollof rice were definitely the highlight of the meal.

$22.15 10. Jollof Rice

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4.9
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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!

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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.

I should have given 3.5 or 4 stars for this spot but due to their cash only policy, only 3 stars…read more The restaurant serves Moroccan food, with a wide range of choices of Tajine, Couscous and grilled stuff. In general, the food here were not pricy. Moreover, everyday it has some discounts, e.g., on Tajine Thursday the Tajine dishes are only $15. The restaurant also had many local decors. Sitting inside really made me feel as if I was having a meal in Morocco. I ordered the beet salad and Lamb Fez (lamb shank Tajine). Both dishes were generous in size. The salad tasted fresh but lacked flavor. I could hardly taste the acidity of lemon juice. The Tajine was really new to me. I only had chicken Tajine before and the ingredients were quite different from this one: the lamb shank was cooked with prunes, cinnamon, honey and caramelized onions, so that it had lots of sweetness (in fact, a bit too sweet for me). It was topped with some hard boiled eggs and almonds. Try blending the egg yolk with the sauce/broth and having it with the lamb. The almonds added some crisp ones to the fork-tender meat. Food came out in reasonable time but other than that, the service was so-so. While there was an ATM machine, when I asked about payment methods, they did not inform me of it; nor did my server inform me of the cash-only policy. I ended up getting cash from a shopping center ~1 mile from the restaurant...

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