Suggestions for African Restaurant near Petworth, Washington

Gladys K. • June 15, 2014Kelewele is amazing. The beef and chicken kebabs are so yummy. Great food all around and you can't beat the live reggae.

Andrew D. • November 11, 2018Chicken, chips and garlic bread - all were outstanding.

Jonathan H. • July 20, 2015Try the Peanut Chicken with Fufu, if you are really starving. The stewed meat has a pleasant edginess. Try the goat if you are feeling adventurous.

Faheem N. • October 18, 2011must try Peri-Peri sauces, all of them, they make the chicken incredibly delicious and satisfying!!

Marie Claire A. • September 28, 2011On Wednesdays evenings they have live traditional music and dancing!

Lucia T. • December 31, 2017The meat sampler plate is great to share! It comes with two vegetable sides and lots of injera. The home made spice tea was a welcome addition. Everything is made to order and service is great!

Adeleke O. • December 19, 2013Wonderful African and Nigerian delicacies.. Home away from home

Ama K. • July 7, 2013Best Ghana food in DC! Trust me! I'm picky...and I'm talking in terms of food! Delicious! And the owner is so personable! Try his homemade ginger beer! Strong but delicious!

Alice Eunjin • January 19, 2016Best and most authentic Ethiopian food I've ever had! Everything is delicious, but my favorite was the beef tongue and tripe stew. Also try the mango juice

Wu • June 24, 2017Modest setting. Great food. Comfortable atmosphere.

JK • August 15, 2021Try Beef sambusa of fried pastry filled with ground beef and black pepper onions and garlic, Lega sibs tender lamb cooked medium well with onions jalapenos tomato and herbs & Honey wine tej

Washington Post • April 1, 2015Try the ful, a dish of mashed fava beans, garnished with so many contrasting elements it becomes its own buffet; you can mix and match flavors, temperatures and textures to your heart's content.

Cara • February 9, 2017Ghion is legit. The space isn't fancy but the food is fantastic and the staff is warm and welcoming. They also do delivery/takeout that really can't be beat.

Angela H. • April 28, 2014We got veggie combo, lamb & fish as toppings. The bread, toppings (esp.fish!!) and overall experience we had was great! Don't forget to wash your hands before/afterwards ☝️

Ryan E. • April 14, 2022A friend and I had the Swahili basket, goat, lamb chops, and a few sides, and it was all delicious

Rachel C. • June 1, 2014The happy hour prices are a steal - get the sangria pitcher(s) + wings!

Steve M. • July 18, 2011For a group of four, grab a veggie sampler and a meat sampler. And dig in!

R.A. S. • December 31, 2012Best spot ever. Reasonable beer prices, and right next to the Civil War Memorial metro. There's a little Ethiopian Restaurant across the street with great food and beer specials. Highly recommend.

Jonathan I. • August 4, 2012The pleasant faces and friendly personalities of the Ethiopian waitresses helps this place keep their business!