{"id":62942,"date":"2020-02-03T11:38:26","date_gmt":"2020-02-03T16:38:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=62942"},"modified":"2020-10-01T19:59:57","modified_gmt":"2020-10-02T00:59:57","slug":"best-african-food-in-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/best-african-food-in-chicago\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Best African Restaurants to Try in Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"

Chicago does not seem to have enough African restaurants, but the ones we do have are fantastic. Ethiopian is the main cuisine you\u2019ll find here but there is some Moroccan and Senegalese sprinkled in there. Here are some of the best African restaurants to try in Chicago if you\u2019re craving delicious food.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Yassa African Restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Yassa African Restaurant<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Address: <\/span><\/strong>3511 South King Drive<\/span><\/p>\n

This African restaurant in Chicagoboasts an immersive culinary experience into the cuisine and culture of West Africa. They offer a fairly healthy menu and every dish is authentic and made to order with fresh ingredients. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Goree Cuisine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Goree Cuisine<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Address: <\/span><\/strong>1126 East 47<\/span>th<\/sup><\/span> Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Another Senegal restaurant inspired by West African food is Goree Cuisine. <\/span>Fish is one of the staple ingredients of this Chicago restaurant, along with chicken, lamb, peas, eggs, and beef.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Address: <\/span><\/strong>1023 West Wilson Avenue<\/span><\/p>\n

A family-owned business, Tesfa\u2019s family is originally from Ethiopia and made their way here to the city of Chicago. Providing healthy, authentic, Ethiopian food, Tesfa specializes in creating a warm and welcoming environment for customers.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Shokran Moroccan Restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Shokran<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

4027 West Irving Park Road<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

A BYOB spot, Shokran is an African restaurant in Chicago that offers delicious Moroccan cuisine. You\u2019ll find traditional dishes like couscous, chicken and lamb kebabs, along with some more unique dishes like vegetarian tagine, briwats, and chicken bastilla.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Grace African Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Address: <\/span><\/strong>4409 North Broadway Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Serving traditional Ghanian food, Grace African Restaurant offers simple yet flavorful dishes, think fried plantains, red beans, and waakye fish. Grace not only serves traditional food but they also play African music and have live bands on Sundays.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: Ras Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ras Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Address: <\/span><\/strong>5846 North Broadway Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Not just another Ethiopian restaurant, Ras Dashen Ethiopian Restaurant won the Jean Banchet Award for Best Ethnic Restaurant in 2018. The African food at this destination in Chicago features b<\/span>old spices and tangy sauces. If you travel to this Ethiopian establishment, we recommend ordering Injera, <\/span>a spongy sour bread served with every meal.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ethiopian Diamond<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

6120 North Broadway Street<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the only African restaurants in Chicago to offer brunch; Ethiopian Diamond creates a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for guests. They serve all of the traditional and authentic Ethiopian dishes you\u2019d expect as well as a robust African beer and wine list.<\/span><\/p>\n

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