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Authentic African dishes, made fresh daily with love

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Soups/Stew/Sauce

3 items
Egusi Soup

Egusi Soup⭐ Popular

€21.99

Traditional West African soup made with ground melon seeds, enriched with assorted meats and vegetables. 1L bowl of soup

Fish Peppersoup

Fish Peppersoup⭐ Popular

€14.99

Spicy and savory broth with bold aromatics, fresh fish, and traditional African spices.

Ogbono Soup

Ogbono Soup

€19.99

A classic Nigerian soup with a unique slippery texture and deep nutty flavour from ground ogbono seeds. It's a slimming-like soup that comes with some pieces of meat and/or fish. Serve in 1L bowl

Rice & Pasta

3 items
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Fried Rice

€19.99

**Fried Rice served with beef, chicken, or fish** is a colourful and satisfying meal made with seasoned rice, mixed vegetables, and your choice of protein. The rice provides energy, while the vegetables add fibre, vitamins, and freshness. Beef, chicken, or fish adds protein, which supports body strength and fullness. It is tasty, balanced, and perfect for lunch, dinner, family meals, or catering.

Jollof Rice

Jollof Rice⭐ Popular

€16.99

Our signature one-pot West African classic — vibrant, spicy, and smoky. Served with your choice of protein (chicken/fish/beef) as a complete dish.

Jollof Spaghetti

Jollof Spaghetti

€14.99

A delicious twist on Jollof — spaghetti cooked in a rich, spicy tomato-based sauce. Served with your choice of protein (chicken/fish/beef) as a complete dish.

Swallows (Fufu) Varieties

6 items
Amala + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish

Amala + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish

€21.99

Smooth, dark yam flour swallow — a Yoruba favorite. Served with your choice of protein (chicken/fish/beef) and soup as a complete dish

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Banku (Ghanaian Fufu) + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish

€19.99

Banku is a traditional Ghanaian staple made from fermented corn and cassava dough. Banku will be served with your choice of soup and protein (chicken/beef/fish) and soft drink

Eba/Garri (Fufu) + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish

Eba/Garri (Fufu) + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish⭐ Popular

€17.99

Classic Nigerian swallow made from cassava flakes. Perfect companion for any soup. Served with your choice of protein (chicken/fish/beef) and soup as a complete dish.

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Plantain Fufu

€19.99

Plantain Fufu is a smooth, comforting swallow made from unripe plantain, often blended with cassava or prepared from modern plantain fufu flour. It pairs beautifully with rich African soups such as Egusi, Ogbono, Okra, Light Soup, or Groundnut Soup. Filling, homely, and full of culture, it is perfect for anyone craving real West African taste today

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Poundo Yam (Fufu) + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish⭐ Popular

€21.99

Poundo Yam is a modern twist on traditional pounded yam, offering the same smooth, elastic texture with a faster preparation method. Serve with any soups and protein (chicken/beef/fish) of choice.

Semolina (Semo) + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish

Semolina (Semo) + Soup + Beef/Chicken/Fish

€19.99

Light and fluffy wheat-based swallow, pairs beautifully with any soup or protein (chicken/fish/beef) of your choice.

Proteins & Extras

5 items
Asun (Peppered Meat)

Asun (Peppered Meat)⭐ Popular

€14.99

Spicy, smoky, peppered meat — a Nigerian party favourite. Serve with a malt drink.

Boli (Roasted Plantain)

Boli (Roasted Plantain)

€9.99

Street-food-style roasted plantain with a crispy exterior and sweet interior. Serve with fried sauce or peanut.

Fried Plantain

Fried Plantain⭐ Popular

€7.99

Sweet, caramelized plantain slices fried to golden perfection.

Grilled Chicken

Grilled Chicken

€9.99

Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken grilled to perfection. Served with a soft drink

Peppered Meat

Peppered Meat

€9.99

Tender beef seasoned with bold African spices and peppers. Serve with a soft drink

Combo Deals

2 items
Jollof Combo

Jollof Combo⭐ Popular

€24.99

Jollof Rice + Chicken + Fried Plantain + Drink. The complete experience!

Plantain & Asun Combo

Plantain & Asun Combo

€21.99

Fried Plantain + Asun (peppered meat) + Drink. A crowd favourite.

Vegetarian Dishes

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Beans + Sweet Corn

€19.99

**Beans + Sweet Corn** is a wholesome vegetarian dish made with soft cooked beans and naturally sweet corn, seasoned for a rich and comforting African taste. It is filling, colourful, and nutritious, offering plant-based protein, fibre, energy, and essential minerals. A good choice for vegetarians and anyone who wants a lighter but satisfying meal. Enjoy it on its own or with fried plantain for extra flavour.

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Beans + Yam / Potatoes

€19.99

Beans + Yam or Potatoes is a hearty vegetarian dish made with well-cooked beans served with soft yam or potatoes. It is rich, filling, and full of natural goodness. Beans provide plant-based protein and fibre, while yam or potatoes add energy and comfort. This meal is perfect for customers who want a nutritious African-style vegetarian option that is simple, satisfying, and made with love.

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Jollof Beans + Fried Plantain⭐ Popular

€19.99

**Jollof Beans with Fried Plantain** is a delicious vegetarian African meal cooked with beans in a rich pepper sauce and served with sweet golden fried plantain. It is filling, comforting, and nutritious, offering plant-based protein, fibre, energy, and natural sweetness from the plantain. A wholesome choice for customers who want a tasty meat-free meal with real African flavour.

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Rice + Beans + Fried Plantain

€19.99

**Rice + Beans + Fried Plantain** is a hearty vegetarian dish made with well-seasoned rice and beans, served with sweet golden fried plantain. It is rich in plant-based protein, fibre, carbohydrates, and natural energy, making it both filling and satisfying. The beans add nourishment, the rice gives comfort, and the plantain brings a sweet African touch. A simple, balanced, and delicious choice for vegetarians and food lovers.

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Yam + Fried Egg Sauce

€19.99

Yam with Fried Egg Sauce is a delicious vegetarian-friendly African meal made with soft boiled yam served with rich fried egg sauce cooked with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices. It is filling, colourful, and nutritious, providing energy from yam, protein from eggs, and vitamins from fresh vegetables. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner, this comforting dish gives you a simple homemade taste with real African flavour.

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