I heard about this place from a friend that they have really good food and great service. This place is a very much a hole in the wall restaurant. Not much inside you to wow you at all. The place is clean, with few tables and chairs. You can also sit at the bar area. We ordered the plantains, the chicken over rice, the chicken wrap, the beef wrap, the mango juice, and the lemonade. All the food was to go. Every single dish traveled well, and it was delicious, packed with flavors! Can' t wait to go back and try other items on the menu. I highly recommend this place. read more

Safina Restaurant - Menu - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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This meal was incredible. My brother came across this place on Yelp and hasn't been able to stop going back. It's unassuming from the outside, but the food is amazing. We ordered the KK & Lamb and the Beef & Grits. The beef and grits were yummy--comforting and hot. But the KK & Lamb was really the star, I haven't stopped thinking about it! The flavors and textures were so complementary. I really can't wait to go back for it read more

Safina Restaurant - Beef & Grits and KK & Lamb - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Attached to a gas station, Safina World Restaurant is as "hole-in-the-wall" as it gets. It is also my find of 2025 - the food here is made-to-order and delicious. On top of that, the portion sizes and price points are pretty great. The restaurant is set up as more of a take-out spot, and after a 35 minute drive home, my food travelled well. The inside is bare-bones - a few tables, a small bar-like area, and not much decor. You order at the counter and you can watch your food being cooked fresh. The menu is pretty extensive, and so far, the plantains, the chicken over rice, the chicken wrap, the beef wrap, the mango juice, and the lemonade have all hit the spot. I can't wait to go back to Safina to keep up with my obsession with this place. read more

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Nice food and service , jollof rice is good and so is the yellow rice. I'm only mad they stopped selling cabbage :( read more

Safina Restaurant - Cabbage & chicken with a side of rice and a mango smoothie - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Safina did not disappoint. Dropped in for the first time and got the Plantains with chicken. Fast service and food was delicious, and halal! Good portions, decent prices and huge menu! Ordered food to go, next time might have to eat at the counter. Salaams! read more

Safina Restaurant - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Small, unassuming "hole in the wall" spot that you might miss if you're not looking for it, but LOOK FOR IT...!! An add-on at the Shell station on Morse Rd. heading toward Easton (corner of Cleveland Rd., I believe...) I noticed it during a previous drive through the area and had planned for months to give it a try. Take the time to study their EXTENSIVE menu ahead of time; there's A LOT on there and it's ALL tempting. I went with the KK chicken, and while I'm not exactly sure what I got, the mix of chicken, assorted veg and pasta/dough was GOOD!! VERY reasonable prices, friendly service, and definitely something for just about everyone. I love "discovering" places like this and doing my bit to help get the word out for Columbus' vast "hidden gems" in this diverse corner of town... My old "stomping grounds!!" I'll be back to try more, and offer up that fifth star!! YUM... read more

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It's was so good. Very flavorful and tender meats. I def will be back soon. My son enjoyed it as well as and wants to go back.

Absolutely delicious!!! Had a last minute party to cater and the staff was absolutely excellent to prep and order for 30 guest. I still have people asking me where I got the meals from? Spot on will definitely be back for more. read more

The food was amazing and made to order. I had the KK lamb which was very tasty and the hot sauce was great and spicy. I would go there again for sure read more

My Husband came across this establishment. It was a great recommendation, Safina offers Excellent food, Customer Service and their Avocado smoothie is one of a kind! read more

The food is soooooo good. They give you really nice portions. Friendly staff. I've since made at least 3 more visits and each time was like the first! read more

I went there with a Somali friend . I got a pate with chicken and plantain it was delicious. I recommend it

I have no pictures but ordered the chicken and rice based off of reviews! Sooo good!!! They also Let me try some lamb and cabbage soup! It was equally as yummy!! Will return! read more

I absolutely love African food and Columbus is full of hidden gems. I was originally told this food Was from Somalia however, i was educated when i ate there and they have dishes from all over Africa! This is located on the north side of Columbus. I will admit i rolled up and realized it is located on the right hand side of the gas station on the corner of morse road and cleveland ave. Please do not let that deter you...i am Glad i didnt!! The restauant is a separate building with a wall separating from gas station and its own entrance. The inside is bright and colorful, not to mention the amazing aroma that literally made My stomach growl saying "Feed me! Feed me!" Whenever i go to a new restaurant , my go-to is the chicken and rice. Man oh man...this chicken and rice- holy cow!! FINGER-LICKIN GOOD! My friend ordered a salmon wrap and rice with lamb. The lamb was so tender and tasteful. The rice was amazing and tasted different than my rice! The rice, so different than mine complemented the lamb so well. I have no idea what the white sauce on my rice was but OMG- I LOVED IT! The salmon roll- lets just say my friends eyes rolled to the back from the awesome taste. You know when the food is so good, two people dont speak. They eat and smack their lips. I wanted to eat it all but i was so full. My leftovers turned into another two meals for me!! I seriously cannot wait for a return visit and try out more menu items!! read more

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Wow it was worth the drive.. I Ordered the Lamb wrap, its a 10 out of 10.Then I ordered the lamb and yellow rice!...Got give it a 9 out 10! read more

Great food and staff. I will definitely go back again and try more dishes. They have many different cuisines, not only African.

The gentlemen that work as this fine establishment were down to earth, patient, and cool individuals that helped me navigate their awesome menu. OH and as for the food, Yeah; it was absolutely exquisite. This will be one of those restaurants that starts from the bottom and quickly climbs to the top. I had ordered the fan favorite chicken and rice with their chutney spice sauce on the side and the Avocado smoothie to go along with and for $18 it was money WELL spent. I will definitely be back here again in the near future!! read more

Safina Restaurant - Chicken and Rice with spicy chutney sauce and an Avocado smoothie - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I was driving by and saw this place; decided to try it! I ordered the chicken quesadillas! Absolutely delicious!! I hadn left the parking lot and decided to take a tester bite, I could not stop eating it!! Decided to leave a review while still here! The service was five star and it was very busy! Will be back l! read more

I almost passed this place. It shares a building with a gas station, so it's almost easy to miss, but it does have a separate entrance and the inside of the restaurant is separate from the gas station! The employees were friendly. I had never been there and asked for a recommendation.. so I got the KK & chicken meal, which was pretty good. I also got the ginger pineapple juice. The juice was sweet and definitely more pineapple than ginger (so even if you're hesitant about ginger, I think you'd still enjoy). Next time I am looking forward to trying the chicken and rice! Place was pretty steady with business and I wouldn't doubt they have regulars! read more

Safina Restaurant - KK chicken - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This is one of my favorite places to eat in Columbus. The staff is really friendly and they are always very good. This is one of the best little secrets in Columbus read more

Safina Restaurant - Salmon over Rice - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

This is the second time me coming in and love it even more will be trying something new next time I go which is what I do ima try everything I can cause so far so good read more

Safina Restaurant - Salmon & Rice /w Spinach and Pinto Beans - African Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

I discovered this spot about 3 months ago and it has quickly become my go to stop. I try something new each time I'm there. The avocado smoothie is a must try I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was, get it you won't regret it. So far I've had a few things on the menu and I will highly recommend trying the lamb dish with rice, or pasta it comes with delicious veggies. The owner and workers are always so pleasant and always explain all the menu items. Good to have another delicious African spot to add to the restaurants here in Columbus. read more

Food is delicious! The portions are plenteous and there is always enough to share. I would recommend this to anyone looking to try something amazing! read more

Everything was sooo good 10/10 goin there today there chicken and rice was soooo good and fresh

Amazing customer service, also very time efficient especially when your on a time crunch. Would definitely recommend:)