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    Rahama African Restaurant

    2.9 (53 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Waakye and Tilapia
    Debbie O.

    There's something nostalgic for me about being at Rahama that takes me back to Ghana. Perhaps it's the service that feels like a welcome home from that one aunt or uncle that you just know us going to have something to say or maybe it's the smell of ginger and spices that greet you the moment you approach the door. What is undeniable is this: you wont find Ghanaian food at this quality and taste anywhere else in the DMV. Theres so much range in the food offerings that it would be a disservice to come here and just order jollof. Try something served with soup, try the juices, go for the waakye and i promise you wont be disappointed.

    Awakye
    Love E P.

    Great portions of food and the food is bomb. They are usually quick getting the food out.

    palm soup with no meat these is no fufu with order.

    i did not get what i ordered there is no fufu just soup very unsatisfied. I had received just a soup no fufu highly dissatisfied would like refund.

    Waakye
    Crystal A.

    I just want to say I grew up eating at Rahama in virginia as a child. The last Sunday of each month after church My father would take us there. After 10 years and moving back from North Carolina I finally tracked a location down near my house. I really excited because i remember the atmosphere being so friendly and welcoming. Despite all the locations being cluttered i knew the food is always great. The lady at the register was not friendly- very short with me. When I called earlier a guy was speaking to me and while talking to the customers in-front of him. Why not place me on hold? That's okay but the FOOD ... YALL Bussing bussing I got Waakye. I am obolo (I think spelt that correctly) THE portion was PLENTYFUL. Food was immaculate. It was sooooo good. Omg 10/10 recommend PLEASE DONT THINK ABOUT IT! Just Go!!

    I didn't order for donut on this receipt that was half cut off and given to me.

    I should have given more score until I saw the receipt of something I did not order for donuts.

    Regular Fried Chicken, Jollof Rice with Salad
    Jennifer J.

    I've had food from the other two Rahama locations in VA and this location in MD is just as good. Ordered the usual favorite, jollof rice with fried chicken. The rice portion is huge, enough for two people and tasty. The fried chicken was good, but could've used a little more seasoning, but that was easily fixed with the shito sauce. My husband enjoyed their beef (with jollof). Their jollof rice is sooo good, will definitely order from them again in the future.

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    6 years ago

    I ordered the khebab, and I just was not a fan. Service was very slow despite calling in my order ahead of time.

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    Exquisite, delicious African taste. Authentic, customer friendly African ....I'll recommend strongly you tried the waakye and fried rice.

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    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

    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.

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