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Best African Restaurants Nearby in Stafford

Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A

4.7
(12k+)
• Breakfast Sandwiches • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 7.3 mi • 34 min
"It was so good I could just taste the cow beef it was as fresh as a fish and I could smell the onion rings from down my driveway every thing came in the right size including the rice and beans which when I usually get that from McDonald they always give me like only 5 pounds of rice and 3 pounds of beans I would definitely get this again"
"so many quality issues recently. hard fries, bricks for brownies, holes in milkshake cups, weird textured chicken. it's not going well"
Chick-fil-A® Nuggets Meal
Bite-sized pieces of tender all breast meat chicken, seasoned to perfection, freshly breaded and pressure cooked in 100% refined peanut oil. Available in 8-count, 12-count, or 30-count entrées with choice of dipping sauce.
$14.82
Chick-fil-A® Sandwich Meal
A boneless breast of chicken seasoned to perfection, freshly breaded, pressure cooked in 100% refined peanut oil and served on a toasted, buttery bun with dill pickle chips. Also available on a multigrain bun.
$13
Chick-fil-A® Nuggets
Bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken breast, seasoned to perfection, freshly breaded and pressure cooked in 100% refined peanut oil. Available with choice of dipping sauce.
$9.31
Chick-fil-A® Spicy Chicken Sandwich Meal
A boneless breast of chicken seasoned with a spicy blend of peppers, freshly breaded, cooked in 100% refined peanut oil and served on a toasted, buttery bun with dill pickle chips. Also available on a multigrain bun.
$13.38
MARIB Restaurante inc

MARIB Restaurante inc

4.7
(200+)
• Middle Eastern • Halal
$0 delivery fee
15% off on $20+
"I order from this restaurant at least once or twice a week. I have tried the chicken kabob, lamb kabob, chicken humus, lamb Baba Ghanouge Lamb بابا غنوج باللحم, Falafel Salad and mint lime drink. Everything has been amazingly flavorful with generous portions. I have never been disappointed; the taste hs always exceeded expectations. Usually I order delivery but today I was in the area so I picked it up in person. The restaurant was beautifully decorated, spotless and the staff wonderfully pleasant and helpful. This will remain one of my favourite places to order from. Thank you MARIB for being exceptional!"
"This is what you call a HIDDEN GEM! I Had no idea about their existence until i placed my first order and it's a winner! The adeni chai is 5/5 The mutabakh satisfies my arab cravings and is good. Just wish it had more salt and the bread was a little softer but all over it was good. I would rate it as 3/5 Im excited to try other foods on the menu after this experience :) "
Chicken Mandi دجاج مندي
Traditional arabian-seasoned rice and roasted chicken served over our traditional arabian-seasoned rice garnished with fried onions.
$16.69
Chicken Haneeth دجاج حنيذ
Vegetarian. the yemeni version of lentil soup, cooked with tomatoes, onions, fresh parsley, cilantro and marib's special blend of spices.
$18
Yemeni Style Salad (Sm) سلطة يمنيه صغير
Vegetarian. simmered chickpeas puréed with tahini, fresh lemon juice and garlic with a touch of olive served with tandoori bread.
$3.75
Lentil Soup شربة عدس
Marinated chicken cubes grilled to tender, smoky perfection.
$3.17
CAVA

CAVA

4.5
(4k+)
• Healthy • Bowls
$0 delivery fee • 10.5 mi • 45 min
Farther away
"The Greek Salad was delicious. Portions are worth the cost and everything was fresh. The Jasmine Green Tea was not my favorite, but that was because I was expecting a little sweetness. There is no sugar in that tea, but the jasmine flavor is very intense and good."
"Always fresh, well-seasoned, and great serving sizes so you feel like you're getting your money's worth. I got the Grains Bowl with 1/2 basmati rice, 1/2 lentils, and chicken. It was enough to split into dinner and then lunch the next day at work."
Greens + Grains Bowl
Mix and match your favorite greens and grains to build a bowl just the way you like it.
$18.23
Grains Bowl
Choose your grain bowl base: saffron basmati rice, brown basmati rice, or black lentils.
$18.16
Chicken + Rice
Grilled chicken, hummus, tzatziki, pickled onions, tomato + onion, cucumber, feta, arugula, brown rice, Greek vinaigrette
$16.37
Classic Pita Chips
Made from our classic pitas. Cut, then fried for a deliciously dippable, chewy bite.
$3.21
Gloria luz market & restorante

Gloria luz market & restorante

4.4
(400+)
• Salvadorian • Tacos
$0 delivery fee • 3.9 mi • 34 min
"The fried fish, amazing! And the pupusas revueltas delicious! Awesome buy specially with the prices!!! The burrito is all u need its huge and really fills u up! A whole meal in a wrap for real!"
"Los tamales de pollo tienen mucha pimienta el tamal de elote está amargo y las pupusas vienen desechas y no tienen buen sabor"
Carne asad / Roast Meat
Grilled meat served with rice, beans, lettuce salad, two tortillas
$15.02
Taco Asada/ Beef/each
onion, cilantro, corn tortilla, green sauce and lemon
$3.21
Horchata
pork, beans, cheese mozzarella,corn flour served with cabbage red tomato sauce
$2.98
Arroz / Rice
pork mozzarella cheese corn flour, served with cabbage, red tomato sauce
$2.76
KOHINOOR halal Restaurant

KOHINOOR halal Restaurant

3.9
(40+)
• Halal • Pakistani
$0 delivery fee • 4.0 mi • 38 min
$6 off on $40+
"Omg the letha Lecha Paratha was soooo good! "
"Worst food ever had, taste like old food, halwa does have sugar and taste like cardamom. Chickpeas are full of oil, taste burnt and frozen"
Chikar Choly
Enjoy our flavorful chikar choly, a rich and creamy chickpea curry slow-cooked with aromatic spices for the perfect taste. A must-try at kohinoor Halal restaurant!
$10.23
Chicken Pulao
Enjoy the aromatic and flavorful chicken pulao, made with tender chicken, fragrant basmati rice, and a blend of traditional spices. A comforting classic at kohinoor Halal restaurant!
$15.23
Matar Pulao
Enjoy the simple yet flavorful matar pulao, made with fragrant basmati rice and tender green peas, cooked with aromatic spices. A perfect vegetarian delight at kohinoor Halal.
$10.38
Keema Paratha
Indulge in our keema paratha, a crispy, golden paratha stuffed with flavorful minced meat and aromatic spices. A hearty and satisfying treat at kohinoor Halal restaurant!
$6.04
Ku Tea Coffee and Tea Town

Ku Tea Coffee and Tea Town

4.9
(30+)
• Vietnamese • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 20 min
"Delicious! The Hot Brown Sugar Tea is a must. And the strawberry shortcake drink was so good, it did not last long. I love the packaging as well. Will definitely be ordering again."
"YUMMY AMAZING SERVICE and also taste very good."
Mango Bingsu
Sweet milk shaved ice, mango chunks, rainbow jelly, mango puree drizzle, condensed milk drizzle
$14.64
Cococloud
Coconut powder, cane sugar syrup, condensed milk, whole milk, half & half, pea flower tea, and ice **Toppings not included
$9.52
Classic Milk Tea
Earl grey black tea, non-dairy creamer, brown sugar syrup, and ice **Toppings not included
$9.39
Banana Pudding Croffle
Croissant waffle topped with whipped topping, crushed vanilla wafers, and banana pudding drizzle
$9.99
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.2
(11k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 23 min
"Grateful for this Taco Bell and all the hard work the amazing staff puts into it! The Chicken Chipotle Melt was carefully crafted with tender chicken chunks and sweet & savory chipotle sauce all tucked into a soft tortilla which came out the bag heated to perfection and sure did satisfy my craving! Oh boy were the Nacho Fries out of this world, warm, crispy & most of all pure deliciousness! The Cinnabon Delights® 2 Pack came freshly prepared and stayed warm until I was ready to bite into the amazing flavors that come packed in these little guys! 10/10 would recommend "
"Mexican Pizza was so smashed! It was at the very bottom of the bag! Also need to mention the Mini Taco Salad shell was so oily for some reason. Meximelt oily, packaged and everything. Beefy crunch Burritos had little to no beef, mostly rice, and NO sour cream"
Chicken Quesadilla
A large flour tortilla filled with a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses, grilled, marinated all-white-meat chicken, Creamy Jalapeño sauce, and grilled to perfection. (490 cal.)
$6.82
Crunchwrap Supreme®
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, a crispy tostada shell, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and reduced-fat sour cream folded into our signature Crunchwrap form and grilled to go (530 cal.)
$6.81
Nachos BellGrande®
Warm-and-crispy tortilla chips with seasoned beef, refried beans, diced tomatoes, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, and reduced-fat sour cream. (730 cal.)
$8.11
Beefy 5-Layer Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, refried beans, reduced-fat sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese with a layer of warm Nacho Cheese sauce wrapped around it. (490 cal.)
$4.9
Casablanca Kabob

Casablanca Kabob

3.9
(30+)
• Moroccan • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 12.9 mi • 50 min
Farther away
$6 off on $30+
Combo Kabob
Combine your favorites: pick any 2 kabob skewers. Served with rice, salad, and fresh bread
$25.35
Chicken Kabob
Boneless, marinated chicken breast, tender & juicy
$18.48
Fresh Bread with Garlic
A delicate crepe filled with Nutella and fresh banana slices, offering a delightful balance of creamy and fruity flavors.
$4.43
Beef Kubideh Kabob
Chicken breast, rice, greens, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, zereshk (Persian berries), cucumber, chickpeas and onion
$17.51
Noodles & Company

Noodles & Company

4.6
(11k+)
• American • Noodles
$0 delivery fee • 10.1 mi • 34 min
Farther away
"Pasta Fresca with Shrimp This was the best Pasta Fresca with Shrimp that I've had from them! It had more ingredients and the flavor was so good! The bread was warm . Everything was delicious!"
"Received 1 grape tomato and 1 small piece of spinach in Pasta Fresca. No balsamic vinaigrette on noodles. Will not be ordering from you again. Food has gone downhill from years ago. Expensive ( paid $26+) and smaller portions. No option to order extra noodles. Do better!!!!"
Rice Crispy
Made in-house daily with melted butter, marshmallows and crispy rice cereal.
$3.57
Coca-Cola Freestyle Beverage
For delivery and curbside orders, please select your flavor. For all other pickup orders, self-service is available.
$3.71
Creamy Cheddar Mac & Cheese
Elbow noodles in creamy cheddar & jack cheese sauce, topped with shredded cheese.
$12.68
Buttery Parmesan Noodles
Wavy egg noodles, butter, Italian seasonings and parmesan.
$13.61
Jennys Grill

Jennys Grill

4.9
(200+)
• American • Asian Fusion
$0 delivery fee • 7.9 mi • 28 min
Rave Reviews
"Absolutely delicious! This is for sure a hidden gem in Fredericksburg. The bulgogi and wings are highly recommended. The fries were also cooked perfectly. Thi was out first time and now is going to be on our regular take out rotation."
"This is my favorite place in town! The wings are crunchy and full of flavor, the bulgogi is melt in your mouth delicious. The man who runs it is incredibly generous and kind-hearted. Give them your support!!"
6pcs Korean Fried Chicken Wings
Jumbo Chicken Wings brined for 24 hours & double-fried for extra CRUNCH. Choose between Home Made Sweet Chili or Gochujang Buffalo Sauce. Served with a side of ranch dressing.
$15.1
Korean Fried Chicken Rice Bowl
Double fried Korean chicken thighs brined for 24 hrs. Steamed white rice, kimchi cole slaw, pickled fresno peppers and red onions, drizzled with buldak aioli and soy garlic sauce. Topped with crispy shallots, fried garlic and green onions.
$20.94
Bulgogi Steak & Cheese
Korean BBQ-marinated beef with caramelized onions, roaster garlic aioli, and three cheese mix. Served w/side of fries.
$17.93
(NEW) Galbi Smash Burger w/ Kimchi Pimento Cheese
Korean BBQ-marinated ground beef with topped with home made kimchi pimento cheese and crispy onion rings. Served on a toasted brioche bun w/side of fries.
$17.71
Basilico

Basilico

4.7
(5k+)
• Italian • Soup
$0 delivery fee • 9.0 mi • 45 min
Farther away
"Basilico was a one time try for me.. It sits in a nondescript little spot....My first order consisted of Cobb salad, a personal favorite... I was expecting something along the line of the Cobb salad I always used to order from another chain restaurant.. I wasn't prepared for what was delivered . Basilicos Cobb can be nothing more than freshly made at the order...the greens are the best Ive ever had in a salad of any kind, the flavor was only enhanced by the bacon, (real), the red onions, egg,olives( which are a slightly salty perfect addition, the chicken , which is moist and adds to the flavor mix.. I've ordered twice from this little gem of a restaurant.. the salad is perfect every time.. my latest order included Apple bread pudding, and Im in heaven! A huge piece of the dessert, so moist and with a subtle sweetness....I will be ordering again, branching out into their other signature offerings.... It like a little piece of NY has been transported to Virginia... Its really that special...."
"As always, Basilico's comes through! Delicious food, perfect prepared. The chicken was wonderfully seasoned, Basilico Pesto was delicious, the Roasted potaoes are crispy ouside, soft inside and perfectly seasoned! And the Pistachio cake was amazing! Highly recommend!"
CYO Cheese Pizza
Create Your Own Cheese Pizza Add the Toppings you want for $1.00 each
$16.76
1/2 Soup & 1/2 Sandwich
1/2 Soup and 1/2 Sandwich Choose 1 Soup and 1 Sandwich. We will make it fresh for you to pick up or have it delivered.
$13.85
Cobb Salad
Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Hard Boiled Eggs, Avocado, Cheddar Cheese, Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion and Olives served on our Signature Salad Mix with Choice of Dressing.
$15.58
Kid's Pizza Pie
Kid's Pizza Pie (8")
$9.61
Subway

Subway

4.4
(1k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 3.8 mi • 26 min
25% off on $25+
"I always call before placing my order and they always follow directions since you can not add order notes when placing the order !"
"ordered blt wrap w/xtra bacon. got crumbles of bacon, 1-1/4 slice of cheese and a folded in half wrap for $16. Shove it subway, you should be ashamed to let something like this leave your store. NEVER AGAIN"
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted Turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$11.13
Gatorade® Cool Blue
Cool, satisfying taste to quench thirst and energize without caffeine
$3.45
6 Pack Cookie Box
Our 6 Pack Cookie Box is the most delicious out-of-the-box thinking. Pick your favorite flavor and enjoy a half-dozen of fresh-baked cookies. One for you, one for him, one for her and even more to keep sharing…or not! Get the New 6 Pack Cookie Box today and get that sweet treat you’re craving.
$6.05
Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki®
Tender Grilled chicken, American cheese, Sweet Onion Teriyaki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Hearty Multigrain bread.
$12.53
Burger King

Burger King

4.2
(2k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 23 min
"I got a Bacon Melt and it was really good i got 8 Pc. Chicken Fries they even added in BBQ sauce with out it on the order! thank you burger king everything was made neat and great to make a tasty meal"
"I always enjoy the food here. The cheese felt a little small compared to the rest of the burger, but it doesn't affect the taste; it's still very good. I asked for just lettuce, cheese, and the sauce and got Onions instead; but I can just pick them off, it's not a big deal. <3 Also!! Milkshake is absolutely wonderful, super flavorful. I will absolutely get it again next time"
Whopper Meal
A ¼ lb* of flame-grilled beef patty topped with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$15
Whopper
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$8.41
Bacon King Meal
Two 1/4 lb* flame-grilled beef patties with crispy bacon, melted American cheese, ketchup, and creamy mayonnaise on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$18.18
Double Whopper Meal
Two ¼ lb.* flame-grilled beef patties with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty
$16.82
LA CAMPIRANA CATRACHA

LA CAMPIRANA CATRACHA

4.5
(50+)
• Hondurenos • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 7.7 mi • 42 min
Farther away
"First want to start off gentlemen who was working today approach me very politely as I was walking in. Took care of everything very well . I have to stay this been one of the best food I enjoyed and the family we had Beef turnover/pastelitos de carne 3 count and Pupusas de revueltas and we all enjoyed it. Food was cooked fresh and flavored really well. Thank you guys. We will be coming back soon . "
"Si van a vender algo porfavor que la todo dea fresco compre pollo con tajadas y el pollo sea estaba muy talludo igual que la tajada pésimo"
Pupusas
Pupusas choice of Jalapeño with cheese Chicharrón with cheese Loroco with cheese Revueltas (chicharrón, beans, cheese) Beans and cheese Cheese
$3.45
Baleada Super
Tortilla de harina, frijoles, crema, queso, carne asada, huevo, aguacate. / Flour tortilla with cream, beans, cheese, carne asada, eggs, avocado.
$7.75
Baleada Regular
Tortilla de harina, frijoles, queso, crema, huevo. / Flour tortilla with cream, beans, eggs, cheese.
$7.22
Pollo con Tajadas / Chicken with Banana Chips
Pollo frito, tajadas de guineo, repollo, aderezo, curtido, pico de gallo, salsa. / Chicken, banana sliced, pickled, pico de gallo, cabbage, dressing and salsa.
$20.6
Bonefish Grill

Bonefish Grill

4.4
(3k+)
• Seafood • Fish
$0 delivery fee • 9.6 mi • 50 min
Farther away
"Ordered the entree House Salad with grilled chicken and it didn't disappoint. My only feedback is that I wish there was somewhere you could request more dressing. The amount that comes with the salad is WAY to tiny and the dressing is awesome!!"
"Tuna sashimi bland and stale; coconut cake ok, why was there bacon bits on corn chowder with crabmeat ? Cake overpriced."
Bang Bang Shrimp®
A Bonefish Favorite! Crispy shrimp served with our signature creamy, spicy sauce
$16.11
Cold Beverages
Cavatappi pasta tossed in a creamy Velveeta cheese sauce, served with fries.
$3.19
Kids Mac N' Cheese
Crispy Cod fried tempura style, served with fries.
$9.27
Kids Fish Strips
Lightly breaded shrimp flash fried to perfection, served with fries.
$10.79
Chunky Cup UME

Chunky Cup UME

4.8
(60+)
• Taiwanese
$0 delivery fee • 8.9 mi • 41 min
Farther away
"Literally, my favorite brown sugar, milk tea. You will never find one that tastes as good as Chunky cup. Most of the employees are also really great and friendly. I go to Chunky cup anywhere between two to sometimes five times a week. I spent a lot of money there on gadgets and toys for my spoiled child and I'm addicted to the brown sugar milk tea and sometimes I feel that that's not acknowledged and taken for granted.. I am a frequent and loyal customer, it would be awesome if the customer service was consistent... but it's delicious and I will keep coming. You get home."
"Drinks are delicious! And drink sizes is very generous! Got a Brown Sugar Milk Boba and Ube Vietnamese Coffee."
Brown Sugar Milk Boba
Velvety fresh milk layered with dark brown sugar drizzle and tender boba, creating a deep, caramelized flavor in every sip. Choose your milk option and adjust the sweetness level. Note: Product appearance may vary from the image as a result of travel.
$9.14
Vietnamese Iced Coffee
Bold Vietnamese coffee with a smooth, creamy texture and rich flavor.
$8.89
Ube Brown Sugar Milk
Rich dark brown sugar milk topped with Ube foam. Customize milk and sweetness to your liking.
$8.77
Strawberry Cloud Matcha
Matcha latte with a dreamy strawberry foam on top. Note: Product appearance may vary from the image as a result of travel.
$9.49
El Jimador Stafford

El Jimador Stafford

4.6
(200+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 4.1 mi • 32 min
"The Seafood Chimichangas are my fav! Shrimp, bay scallops, imitation crabmeat, and delicious cheese sauce are so good! And the refried beans and Spanish rice are way better than other local Mexican restaurants in North Stafford. Also, try the Mexican Cheesecake! It's very much worth adding!"
"I love how nice the staff are, the food was absolutely delicious, the steak was perfectly cooked to my liking"
Birria Tacos
New! Three birria tacos, corn tortillas and special birria sauce.
$21
Mexican Street Corn Salad
Grilled corn off the cob lightly seasoned with el jimador mexican crema, cayenne pepper, lime juice and cotija cheese. Warning: our mole sauce is made the traditional way and contains peanuts.
$4.58
Chips
No substitutions.
$6.28
Fajitas
A large ear of corn grilled and covered in el jimador Mexican crema, cayenne pepper, lime juice and cotija cheese. Warning: our mole sauce is made the traditional way and contains peanuts.
$24.93
Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings

4.3
(8k+)
• Desserts • Lemonade
$0 delivery fee • 3.2 mi • 31 min
20% off on $25+
"20 out of 20 of my boneless wings were definitely made of chicken meat "
"The Ultimate Sampler is a lotttt of food for the price. The Spicy Chicken Dippers were much better than expected."
Boneless Wings
Juicy all-white chicken, lightly breaded and perfectly crispy.
$19.09
Bone-In Wings
Award-winning & authentic Buffalo, New York-style chicken wings.
$22.15
All-American Cheeseburger
Two hand-smashed patties, American cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, pickles, mustard, mayo, challah bun, crispy-battered French fries
$16.89
20 Boneless Wings + Fries
House-made tortilla chips, hatch queso, cheddar-jack cheese, house-made pico de gallo, pickled hot peppers, crema, cilantro, salsa
$21.59

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