Spice Kitchen is a great choice for when you want suya, or the spicy kick or West African food. I…read morerecommend the shrimp or salmon but the chicken and beef are solid choices, too. I get spinach, corn or plantains for side dishes. I'm not a fan of the Jollof rice. The portions are a good value. Give it a try!!!

I ordered the half beef, half chicken suya plate with rice and spinach as my sides. The taste of…read morethe food was amazing. The Suya has a subtle but lingering spice. The place is Next to the CVS in a very active retail center, but the orders are filled quickly on site.

I've been coming to Koite Grill for years - especially back when I lived down the street and it…read morenever misses. I've tried just about everything on their menu, and it sparked such a love for Senegalese food that I ended up taking a trip to Senegal last year...yes, it's that good. The family who runs this place is incredibly sweet, welcoming, and somehow never forgets a face. I bring friends and family any chance I get...partly to share, partly because I need everyone to understand the hype! And I can absolutely confirm Senegal indeed makes THEE best Jollof (I mean they did create it!)

Bintou was absolutely amazing! From the moment we sat down, she was so warm, welcoming, and…read moregenuinely friendly. She made us feel right at home and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The food was just as incredible!!! We ordered their chicken and lamb dibi combo, fish fataya and their jollof! Everything came out perfectly and tasted amazing. You can really tell there's care put into both the service and the kitchen. If you're dining here, definitely ask for Bintou. She made our experience unforgettable. We'll definitely be back more often!

I had the food delivered. Tracking the delivery via yelp/grubhub is not working well. The food…read morequality was good yet the jollof rice didn't come with fried chicken as posted, therefore that was a very expensive small amount of rice. I am unlikely to return as a customer.

The food was fantastic, the service was very friendly, will be going back next time I'm in town!read more

Warning: this place is not for everyone. Don't go here on a date, don't go with kids, don't go if…read moreyou are on a rush and don't go if you feel entitled. This is a very humble establishment that runs on African time but serves really authentic cuisine. Go here solely for the food. Better if you can do a take out order. I had grilled lamb with spinach, jollof rice and sweet plantains. Just amazing. I also did a take out order of Ndolle (goat with some bitter leaf gravy). Loved it. There are too many issues with the restaurant. Outdated ambience, super super slow service, difficulty communicating with the staff which resulted in some extra side dishes I ended up paying for, their website doesn't work, the prices they charged were a bit more than what was on the menu (basically outdated menus) and the list simply goes on. Inspite of all these issues, I would still go there because none of those issues seemed intentional. I didn't see foul play. The manager/owner Patrick and the server/cashier Agbenfa both seemed naive and humble. They tried to make sure I enjoyed the food. I also feel I may have gotten lucky because the food that was served to me was hot. (Not cold or room temp like some of the others mentioned) I went on a Friday night. I would have to try a few more times before judging if the food is consistent. But the two entrees and the three sides I tried were all phenomenal. It also helps if you know what you are getting but I like to try new things especially when I am going to authentic places and I don't mind taking small risks. Oh the portions were huge. When it took 30 mins for the lady to come take my order, I was all set to leave the place and was prepared for a 1star experience as I started reading the reviews. But I'm glad my patience served me well. I wasn't in a rush. It was a lazy Friday evening. Lazy enough to stick around long enough to try their food.

Roger Miller Restaurant is a cozy spot with amazing food and a friendly vibe. The dishes are full…read moreof flavor, especially their West African specialties, and the portions leave you satisfied without feeling stuffed. It's the kind of place where you feel at home while enjoying something a little different. Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie

This place is soo good! Went to check them out for lunch and was in love with the flavors and…read moreoptions there. The service was good - fast and communicated well. The place has a few seating options but recommend takeout. We tried the beef patty, brown stew check, and curry chicken. 50/10 recommend for all of it!!!! Will definitely be returning.

First time trying this place and it was good. It was a big pricey but they give you a lot of food…read moreso it's pretty much worth it. The staff is friendly. They have a variety of food items for you to try. The interior is okay with very few seatings and certain areas that need repair. But it seems to me that this place is designed for pick up.

I came here for a friend's birthday brunch - we had a large group and coincidentally, we had the…read morerestaurant to ourselves for a good chunk of our time there. The service was EXTREMELY slow. While our server/bartender was nice, I really wish they hadn't been so understaffed. We were a group of 15 and it took so long to get all of our orders taken and drinks made because she was the only one doing everything. Aside from that, the food was very good. I highly recommend the jerk chicken. Due to the slow service I wouldn't go out of my way to come back, but I would stop by for a quick drink and the jerk chicken wings if I happened to be in the area

Black Diamond Restaurant is a "Diamond" in the rough. Located on the most random street in Silver…read moreSpring, once I read my Yelp friend's review, I took a look at the business photos and made my way up North! Like she said, the food was absolutely delicious. My lamb chops were cooked and seasoned to perfection and the Jollof Rice was just as good. Her Red Snapper's flavor had her cleaning the bones! :) The crab cake egg rolls were VERY good, not the best that we've had but close!! Our server was friendly and he let us know that he was brand new. That said, he was a little awkward and not confident in what he was doing, so he definitely needs some work. The interior is nice, definitely more of a lounge feel than a traditional restaurant and as we were finishing up, the younger crowd was coming in for the nightlife. The next time we're in the mood for good food without the hustle and bustle of the DC crowd, Black Diamond it is!!

The person running the shop thought that I had been in before. This was not the case, mainly…read morebecause the hours here are quite limited. It has been on my list for a while. I wish I'd been in sooner. The menu left me with the impression that it would be a little bit more of a fast, casual vibe, but the atmosphere is more personalized in the food is higher and quality and better in presentation than you would get from most of those random build a bowl places. The bowl is constructed by default for a balanced meal with a grain, some greens, vegetables, and a couple of delicious plantains. It is vegan by default and I was happy to keep it that way, selecting options for a bit of protein in the mix. My Black Eyed Peas and rice, kale, and a stew based on ground melon seeds were robust in flavor. I added a hot sauce, which was strong in both bite and flavor. Getting water resulted in me, getting charged for a bottled water, which is the main thing I have against them. I would be happy to come back.

Yummy bowls just on the pricier end! The oxtail yummy hit or miss on quantity but when…read moreIt's good... oh it's GOOD! Oxtail with coconut rice and cabbage is my fave. There's better jollof rice around but as a West African theirs is OKAY. Still need to go try in person!!

I found this place during the COVID lockdown. I had ordered the eru soup via ab app without knowing…read moreanything about the soup. I tasted it and I've been hooked ever since and keep going back for the same dish. I also like their goat meat on jollof. The service is great and the portions are generous. The owner as well as chef Yanni are also very respectful. I recommend this place.

The only place I can eat my fufu and okra soup Honest review…read morefrom a hatian sister. God bless!