West African food in Houston

West African kitchens cooking jollof, stews and grilled fish, Nigerian rooms among them — 9 spots across Greater Houston.

⭐ Top rated West African in Houston

Highest-rated with at least 20 reviews
Kes spicy 9Ja Suya Spot katy
Kes spicy 9Ja Suya Spot katy
Restaurant · Katy4.8★ (222)
❤ Locals love it
Kes Spicy 9Ja Suya Spot offers a dining experience with a high rating from a significant number of reviews.
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The Afro Eatery Lounge
The Afro Eatery Lounge
Restaurant · Houston4.7★ (195)
● Open now❤ Locals love it
Has received, indicating a generally favorable reputation among diners.
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Chop Nation Restaurant and Grill
Chop Nation Restaurant and Grill
Restaurant · Conroe4.6★ (62)
❤ Locals love it
Has received a solid rating. It operates during regular hours and offers a casual dining experience.
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Nini Kitchen
Nini Kitchen
Restaurant · Houston4.6★ (35)
❤ Locals love it
A restaurant that has received a solid rating.
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Ewatomi
Ewatomi
Restaurant · Houston4.5★ (39)
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A restaurant, indicating a generally positive reception from patrons.
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Aria Nigerian Suya Kitchen - Pearland
Aria Nigerian Suya Kitchen - Pearland
Restaurant · Pearland4.4★ (232)
A dining experience with a solid rating based on a substantial number of reviews.
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Sabo Suya
Sabo Suya
Restaurant · Houston4.3★ (338)
Sabo Suya is a restaurant.
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Aria Nigerian Suya Kitchen - Pearland
Aria Nigerian Suya Kitchen - Pearland
Restaurant · Pearland4.4★ (232)
A dining experience with a solid rating based on a substantial number of reviews.
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Kes spicy 9Ja Suya Spot katy
Kes spicy 9Ja Suya Spot katy
Restaurant · Katy4.8★ (222)
❤ Locals love it
Kes Spicy 9Ja Suya Spot offers a dining experience with a high rating from a significant number of reviews.
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The Afro Eatery Lounge
The Afro Eatery Lounge
Restaurant · Houston4.7★ (195)
● Open now❤ Locals love it
Has received, indicating a generally favorable reputation among diners.
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Rhay's
Rhay's
Restaurant · Houston4.4★ (182)
A restaurant with a solid rating based on a significant number of reviews.
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Chop Nation Restaurant and Grill
Chop Nation Restaurant and Grill
Restaurant · Conroe4.6★ (62)
❤ Locals love it
Has received a solid rating. It operates during regular hours and offers a casual dining experience.
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Grains and Solids
Grains and Solids
Restaurant · Sugar Land4.1★ (62)
Located in Sugar Land, Grains and Solids.
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Ewatomi
Ewatomi
Restaurant · Houston4.5★ (39)
❤ Locals love it
A restaurant, indicating a generally positive reception from patrons.
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Nini Kitchen
Nini Kitchen
Restaurant · Houston4.6★ (35)
❤ Locals love it
A restaurant that has received a solid rating.
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🛒 West African groceries & markets

Shops rather than kitchens — listed separately, and not counted above
Dominion African Food Mart
Dominion African Food Mart
Shopping · Houston4.1★ (194)
Has received. This shop specializes in African food products.
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Pearland African Depot and Grocery
Pearland African Depot and Grocery
Shopping · Pearland4.5★ (53)
❤ Locals love it
This shop has garnered a solid rating from numerous reviews, indicating a positive reception among customers. It operates during regular hours, offering a variety of products.
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GMF Enterprises African Groceries and Kitchen
GMF Enterprises African Groceries and Kitchen
Shopping · Conroe4.6★ (45)
❤ Locals love it
A selection of African groceries and kitchen supplies, backed by a solid rating from customer reviews. The shop has specific operating hours.
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Havilah African Market
Havilah African Market
Shopping · Katy4.4★ (31)
Has received, indicating a generally positive reception. This shop offers a selection of African goods.
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Southwest Farmers Market
Southwest Farmers Market
Shopping · Katy4.2★ (24)
Southwest Farmers Market, indicating a generally positive reception.
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Joslat African Foods
Joslat African Foods
Shopping · Sugar Land4.7★ (23)
A shop with a strong rating, offering a selection of African food products.
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Nimerex
Shopping · Pearland4.9★ (7)
A shop that has received, indicating a positive reception among its customers.
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