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.

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'm so glad I found this place! I ordered the jollof rice with chicken, plantains, and cabbage, and…read morethe portion was HUGE. You definitely get plenty of food for your money. The jollof rice was a 10/10. It was flavorful, well seasoned, and honestly one of my favorite parts of the meal. The plantains were also 10/10, cooked perfectly. The chicken was a solid 9/10, seasoned well and they gave me a very generous amount. The only thing I would change was the cabbage. It tasted like it was simply steamed without much seasoning, so I'd give that about a 7/10. It wasn't bad at all, I just prefer my cabbage with a little more flavor. Overall, the food was delicious, the portions were great, and I would definitely come back. Jollof & Grill was a great find in Newark!

Came for takeout. It had just opened and I got an order of the jollof rice and suya. The jollof was…read moregood but the suya was great! Plantains were fried to perfection. The staff was so kind. Parking is tough but food is worth it!

Very fresh food and authentic Nigerian food. Fufu is very fresh and fluffy. The owner Modupe is…read morevery helpful with suggestions on what to try if you never tried it before. This is a great place that you must try and it's a gem in Newark! I loved the fried sweet plantains bc they were perfectly ripe and soft and sweet. She takes very careful care to make the food top notch. Parking is free on the street.

I LOVED MY MEAL (FuFu with Egusi soup and Turkey meat) this was my second time ordering and both…read moretimes, food was amazing, seasoned to perfection and the customer service PHENOMENAL!!! I will definitely be ordering again

Do NOT sleep on this gem even though they're currently take out only as They're renovating their…read morerestaurant Glad we saw Ms. Adams before thinking they are closed, she was super hospitable and patient with our jollof cravings while still exploring various African food. Food portions are insane, definitely good quality and made with love

They close at midnight!…read more After seeing a show at prudential we were so elated to see this spot still open in a sea of fast food in the area. The staff always patient and helpful in assisting to choose a dish. I decided upon the okra stew and fufu. I highly recommend. Would love to go back and try more. The interior seating is vast, and cozy. Lots of menu items ranging from west African to French influence cuisine and American. Check out the beverage fridge for fresh juices as well: soursop, ginger, baobab etc. A nice experience overall.

I can't believe these reviews are real. They are so rude !! No customer service at all. I called…read moreinquiring about a meal and the woman was making up prices, mind you I had a menu opened in front of me. She was trying to overcharge me. She hung up on me for asking about the sizes/proportions... I feel so disrespected. Please do not support an establishment so negative.

Ordered the fish and beef patties, they were excellent. Packaged securely. Flakey, warm, and…read moreseasoned to perfection. Madam Jacob cremas was chefs kiss!

absolutely delicious food. So happy I looked up Haitian food and found them. The rice and beans was…read morebomb asf. The goat could've been more tender but the seasons were good. I would definitely come back. They do black rice on Sundays only!

I happen to find myself myself in Elizabeth and noticed I heard a lot of people speaking Creole so…read moreI figured there had to be a Haitian restaurant around. Jules happened to be the one that was open and closest so I went on a whim. I'm so so glad I went. I had fried goat with fried plantains and pickles, and it was so freaking good. Hit the proverbial spot.

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 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!