The place knows how to make ordinary meals special. Every dish was a new adventure. This place…read moremaintains cleanliness and its owners are kind, helpful and direct. This restaurant delivers impressive service. I'm thinking I might return.

This spot creates perfect experiences. Quality food. Particularly attentive service team. They…read moreselect quality ingredients and serve substantial amounts. The place sits in a perfect position too. This restaurant delivers an uncommon experience.

I cannot believe how many years it has been since I have updated my review for Walia. Since my…read moreoriginal review five years ago, I have gone back to Walia repeatedly and over the years it has become my absolute favorite Ethiopian restaurant within a respectable driving distance of where I live (which I define as about 30 minutes). I am happy to say that almost everything I said in my last review still rings true. The decor has changed a bit, with new paintings hanging and the seats getting rearranged now and then as reservations demand, but for the most part the restaurant still looks and feels the same as before. It is a comforting, welcoming yet elegant restaurant in its own way. It isn't super fancy, which is great because it makes it appropriate for everything from a casual date night to a birthday party. The service at Walia continues to be fantastic. Their staff is always friendly, accommodating and willing to answer questions. They are also very nice about getting you extra Injira bread (as I do every time I'm there). The food at Walia is amazing. Everything is flavorful and the spices are wonderful (I generally keep the heat at medium level). The Alicha Watt (pumpkin) remains one of my favorite dishes and I often take an order of it to go whenever I eat here. Walia is a wonderful business and I highly encourage everyone to support it!

Dang. If you have to…read morebe trapped in suburban NJ, you could do a lot, LOT worse than Walia. I'm still a little floored at how NOT compromised the flavors here were--how I ate some of the most complex, deeply seasoned Ethiopian dishes I've ever had here. But you know what IS just like NYC able Walia? The prices. I nearly had sticker shock from the $33+/entree pricing that dominated the menu. Ahhhh, the pain in my wallet felt just like home. Anywho, at least the food was delicious and plentiful. The standout for me was Kitfo--always my favorite Ethiopian dish--which was beautifully seasoned, incredibly tasty and blissfully abundant. We also ordered the Lega Tibs, which was nicely tender and completely devoid of gamey lamb flavor. To balance out the all the carne, we practically ordered a garden of fiber. All our vegetarian dishes were well cooked, especially the Fasolia (mildly simmered string beans and carrots), Tkile Gomen (the classic mix of cabbage, carrots and potatoes), and both Watts (lentil stews, baby!). We also splurged on the Kayser Watt, a unique combination of beets and potatoes that I don't see often at Ethiopian joints--however, while it was expertly made, I didn't think it was worth the extra spend. The same goes for the Ethiopian Chai; not particularly interesting or complex, and I certainly wouldn't pay extra to order it a second time unless I just really needed a warm mug to hold. Service was warm and friendly, and the decor is cute without being kitschy. Bottom line: Enjoy a more unique cuisine in a rather mundane part of the state, but don't be surprised if you stretch your credit card limit just as badly as you would in the Big Apple.

I really wante some suya chicken, did a lot of research and landed in this place. I was very…read moreexcited when I arrived and decided to dine in and take a meal to- go. There was no acknowledgment of me even entering the space and no direction on ordering. After figuring it out, I ordered my food, I also informed them I would be eating in then took my seat directly across from the register with my drink. I watched people come and go and still nothing, Eye contact was made with the man on the register gesturing a questioning "where's my food" which he said he was checking and it would be ready shortly. After an hour and 15 minutes and my again, approaching the register, they grabbed a bag from the side. I payed full price for the items and reminded them it was eat-in. At this point I'm over it! A half hearted apology was offered from someone that emerged from the back/ kitchen area. I just took my items to eat at home. When I it to my car in the back, someone comes out with a patty in a brown bag for my wait. That said, the service was not good and took way from the entire experience. Food was okay after getting home practically starving.

Amazing Nigerian / West African food…read more 1) Must get item is the chicken Suya and beef Suya. OMG, the chicken Suya was 10/10, while the beef was 9/10. 2) Their jollof rice was good, but I had better. 3) Their meat pie is also a must get. It is Nigerian style meat pie, slightly different from the British style most people are used to. 4) Down side is their service, which is very poor. Come here for takeout only. You will enjoy the food.

I had to run here and do a quick review. Ive been feeling for some okra soup and fufu for a few…read moredays now. I googled African Restaurants and Fatu came up. I took a chance and they didn't disappoint. This is the best Okra stew I've had from a restaurant since I've know myself. I'm not a fan of too much spice but the flavor out done itself. I found my new place for African food.

The Liberian food here is too good man. I get pepper soup and Torborgee and it was delicious. Right…read moreamount of peppeh. It's a hole in the wall , but definitely worth the trip to east orange

Tried this place..nice place and nice staff but food is Super Bland..no seasoning at all. Good…read moreMusic and vibe but not a place for tasty food. Leaving now to get Pizza. Need some flavor. I didn't finish my food. Also, Joloff Rice is red isn't it??

A friend of mine and I got together to get some food and drinks. When I arrived I parked on the…read morestreet nearby. I walked A friend of mine and I got together to get some food and drinks. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked in and we sat at the bar. The place was dimly lit and comfortable. We were serviced by a nice bartender and she made our rum punch so good. For my meal I got the chicken jollof rice and it was so good and filling! The DJ came and we danced the night away. I had a good experience!

What a fun experience exploring Ethiopian cuisine! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the…read moreservice was excellent. Our waitress kindly guided us through the menu and helped us choose the perfect dishes to try. The portions were generous, and every bite was packed with delicious, vibrant flavors.

I had never had Ethiopian food before. So my friend suggested, we try this restaurant out that she…read morehad been to several times before. Cozy spot with great service, attentive and helpful with suggestions and explanations I like that the food had the authentic names to each dish.Even though it was hard to decipher what exactly each dish was, it stayed true to the culture which I can appreciate. I have to admit the food is not very photogenic, but it did taste good. I feel like we got to try a little of everything by getting the sampler options. I would highly recommend taking that option when trying for the first time. I also ordered the mint tea, which was a great choice because it was so warm and comforting, especially with the cold rainy day we visited. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who's never tried Ethiopian food before.

The food is great here its the only place I order take out Nigerian food from. My portion size is…read moreusually standard is wasting lacking but it wasnt an amazing size of food either but she has authentic cooking that is why Im giving Mama Afrika 5 stars. I agree though pricey for the amount.

I asked for fish.. payed extra for it ($4).. and received bones.... ordered extra beef.. there was…read moreno beef at all! The plantain also tastes old and reheated. 2 stars only because the jollof was good... my advise to you is.. don't order if it's being delivered. Maybe they won't try to swindle you if you're face to face.