All Reviews
Emmanuel Mensah
2 weeks agoOne of the best African Cuisines in Washington DC , I highly recommend this restaurant, visiting from Birmingham Alabama and originally from Ghana west Africa, their food tasted like what is made home, I had a grilled Tilapia, goat pepper soup with pounded yam , food was great and the ambiance excellent, give it a try and you won't forget it.
setena Albanizi
3 months agoThis place has had a complete facelift. The new management took over about a month ago and has really transformed it into a welcoming space with warm, beautiful artwork. The service was excellent, and the staff were very attentive. The food was amazing , the jollof rice was especially good, and the pepper stew was absolutely delicious. There was also a live jazz band the night we visited, which made the atmosphere even better. it was a really classy and enjoyable experience.
Sophie
3 months agoOh la la… the Chicken Suya truly melts in your mouth. It’s tender, perfectly spiced, and so full of flavor—it honestly feels like a little love letter in every bite. So, so delicious. And the heart behind it makes it even more special. The owner, who many of us adored from Addis Paris Café, has brought that same warmth and beautiful spirit into this new space. Her love for people, her gift for building community, and her genuine kindness are felt the moment you walk in. This isn’t just somewhere you go to eat—it’s somewhere you go to feel at home. This place just opened. I bet it will do wonders- a kind of place that will sends you out feeling lighter, happier, and completely hugged from the inside out.
M Matenda
9 months agoIt's totally changed. I understand ownership changes, but quality shouldn't have to if you are in the restaurant business. Unfortunately probably my last time there for a while. Ordered 1 meal, pic included, and paid $30+ for a piece of goat and soupy fufu... I wanted to give it a shot and not complain. The pepper soup was bland and i asked for hot pepper and they gave some generic hot sauce from giant. Im used to african restaurants having good peppa, the goat had a nice texture and I barely could touch the fufu. Not worth the price imo.
Didine Anatol
2 years agoI was super excited visiting Bukom for the first time today. I wanted to try some delicious West African food, however, I was highly disappointed with the service and food! it was not worth the $48 I spent...One Person!!! The service was extremely slow for a week day. I order the Egusi with goat. The egusi was not tasty, it was mostly bones and some small pieces of meat, no spices, no flavor, it tasted aweful! the pounded yam was bland and flavorless. Definitely not worth the price. I did enjoyed the jollof rice and the drink "sexy ginger" it was strong and yummy. I didn't have dessert because they only had two options on the menu and they were out. Overall it was an okay experience however not worth the hour travel time to get there maybe if I'm ever in the area I'll give it another go.
S. R. Hannibal
3 years agoThis is an African restaurant in DC. They appear to be doing renovations inside, as the walls were pretty bare. The service was ok. On the tables were QR codes where you order and pay online. The food is definitely spicy. The price was a bit high. But the music was nice.
Ogechukwu Williams
3 years agoThe restaurant is large and beautifully set up. It has a back area and an upstair. The food is good. I didn't quite like the plainness of the okra soup but the flavor was rich. The take out dish was so tasty. The chicken had a good flavor and the rice was delicious. The young server was also good and attentive. I didn't get his name. I also enjoyed the music selection.
Jay Shen
3 years agoIn July 2022, we as a party of three had the ecowas okra soup, the egusi, chicken yassa with jollof rice, and kumasi nkatikwan. It was my second time visiting Bukom, after the first time going in September 2019. In comparison to back in 2019, depending on the specific dishes, the nkatikwan was lacking spices while the rest of the dishes were filled with spices. Not sure if it was a one-time thing, but it was still pretty good. Atmospherically, it was evident that the place was full of rich cultural elements, including paintings, music, and the overall style. We did not manage to have any fufu since they were out, so we had pounded yam instead. But in 2019 we have had fufu and it was simply amazing. I think for lots of people, this place could be a hit or miss. But when it hits, it definitely hits, so I would recommend going multiple times to ensure you have your good experience, because this place is very authentic from every aspect and is worth going multiple times.