Best African Food across the Chicago Suburbs
Hey there Food Lover. Are you looking for an African restaurant near you somewhere in the Chicago suburbs? If so, you’re in the right place! African food is some of the most flavorful and unique in the world. Recently across social media Egusi, Fufu and Injera have found fame but there is so much more to try. The growing interest in African dishes, especially at Nigerian, Ethiopian, and Senegalese restaurants across the United States has made it easier than ever to find delicious African cooking in the Chicago suburbs.
West African cuisine features a variety of stews and sauces, as well as delicious plantains. East African cuisine often features a variety of curries and coconut-based dishes. South African cuisine is known for its great barbeque dishes, as well as delicious soups, stews and savory pies.
For foodies looking for the best African restaurants outside of Chicago, there are many great options. We’ve asked around and done some tasting to put together this article for you.
So, if you’re looking for a taste of Africa, here goes!
Homewood African Food Factory & Grill in Homewood
Address: 18201 Dixie Hwy ste b, Homewood, IL 60430
Phone: (708) 960-4166
Abis Kitchen (inside Abis Market) in Romeoville
Address: 101 W Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL 60446
Phone: (815) 905-3110
Abundant Restaurant in Calumet City
Address: 1509 Sibley Blvd, Calumet City, IL 60409
Phone: (708) 933-0742
Bisi Restaurant - Nigerian cuisine in Schaumburg
Address: 853 S Roselle Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60193
Phone: (847) 466-5425
Okapi Bistro in Bloomingdale
Address: 369 W Army Trail Rd Unit 11, Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Phone: (630) 283-0325
Pie Boss - South African Pastries in Aurora
Address: 1649 Montgomery Rd, Aurora, IL 60504
Phone: (630) 898-3448
The Jungle Plate in Westchester
Address: 9916 Roosevelt Rd, Westchester, IL 60154
Phone: (224) 443-3965
WeCook Kitchens in Plano
Address: 1 E Main St, Plano, IL 60545
Phone: (630) 273-2486
The Mukase Restaurant in Bolingbrook
Address: 358 N Schmidt Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Phone: (630) 914-5134
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