The best restaurants serving African food in Hackney London

This place is always packed, and unsurprisingly so. The food is delicious, authentic and super quick, without having the feeling of being rushed. The cafe is also BYOB, which is great if you’re looking for some amazing East African food without having to shell out for expensive drinks. I always have a great experience here. So, so good.

The worst Nigerian suya I’ve ever ordered. Not only was it frozen, it wasn’t microwaved properly. The puff puff was an eye sore, probably fried a week before and was microwaved atleast six times. The absolute worst and a waste of my money AVOID!!!!!

Top spot for health African / East African food. Delicious variety of authentic Ugandan food. Get the whole flask of hot chai tea with milk after your meal and thank me later!

An absolute find! I went with a group of friends (all vegetarian, some vegan) and we had a fantastic meal from sharing plates (and samosas to die for). Very reasonable cost, delightful service, nice wine and I just can't wait to go back!

I came across this restaurant today me and my mum were hungry. So went in and ordered a take away. We ordered Injera, with 3 type lamb meat with Veg. Upon reaching home and opened the food, I was disgusted by what I saw. The Lamb had hardly any stew, it looked like they had scrapped the barrel and just binged what was left over, the vegetable looked all missed up, the Injera tasted like a packet of Malt was thrown on it. I immediately called the restaurant to complain the first lady who answered claimed she could not understand me, I was passed over to a man, I complained about the contents of the food. He offered to refund my money however it would mean given my bank details which I did not feel comfortable with. It was not even clear if he was that bothered. I will never venture here again ever! It was clear they did not have the food we selected but greed made them scrape the barrel and charge 13.95 for disgusting food. I think they felt we had not eaten the food and thought they could get away with serving rubbish. Wrong. All you did was ensure I never visited the place ever again. My mum could not eat her food, I just threw mine away Yuk! Absolute. Disgrace.

Been here a few times now, on a friend’s recommendation, and have always enjoyed my meal. Staff have always been friendly and professional. Looking forward to going back.