Order the best African near Wheaton-Glenmont, MD

Best African Restaurants Nearby in Wheaton-Glenmont

Disbe Good

Disbe Good

4.3
(800+)
• African • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 10.0 mi • 62 min
Farther away
$5 off on $34+
"Wow. I honestly had low expectations for the portion size since I ordered the meal box but it was absolutely perfect! I was able to save a little more than half a cup of the spicy rice to use for another meal (since it's packed with rice), and I finished the rest of the bowl. The beef suya, suya rice, plantain, corn salsa and the sauce were 10/10!!!! I absolutely have nothing else to say except the fact that I will be ordering this again multiple times during lunch time!"
"The fried plantain was absolutely delicious and the cucumber salad is excellent. This is my second time ordering from this establishment and the first time I ordered the rice noodles with double lamb and fried plantain, with the cucumber salad and suya rice. Everything was delicious and wonderfully seasoned. My only complaint is that I attempted this time to order the rice noodles again and instead of getting the noodles, I got rice with a double lamb, and not rice noodles with double lamb. But the food was still excellent and I would highly recommend the rice with double lamb."
Beef & Rice
Disbe Good Beef Suya bowl served with a base and side of your choice. Comes with topping spice and Disbe Good Sauce. Halal and Gluten Free. **Contains Peanuts**
$13.06
Combination Fried Rice
Savory fried rice loaded with char-grilled meats, bell peppers, onions, and scallions for a hearty, all-in-one plate. Colorful and satisfying, it brings together smoky bites and seasoned rice in every forkful.
$20.21
Combination Rice Noodles
Rice noodles tossed with a savory mix of meat, onions, bell peppers, and scallions for a colorful, satisfying house special. A great pick when you want the bold, stir-fried flavor of the kitchen in one bowl.
$14.93
Jollof Rice & Beef
Disbe Good Beef Suya bowl served with a base and side of your choice. Comes with topping spice and Disbe Good Sauce. Halal and Gluten Free. **Contains Peanuts**
$22
Beyond Suya

Beyond Suya

American • African
$0 delivery fee • 10.1 mi • 58 min
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Beef Suya Bowl
Savor the smoky perfection of our charcoal-grilled Suya bowl, crafted with tender zabiha Halal Beef.
$23.83
Lamb Suya Bowl
Experience the rich and smoky taste of our charcoal-grilled Lamb Suya bowl, made with succulent zabiha Halal lamb. Pair it with a delicious side of your choice.
$26.28
Chicken Suya Fried Rice
Perfectly charcoal-grilled zabiha Halal chicken, tossed with rice, grilled bell peppers, red onions, scallions, and a kick of jalapeños.
$18.48
Chicken Suya Bowl
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our charcoal-grilled Chicken Suya bowl, made with tender, zabiha Halal chicken.
$22.08
Greens N Teff

Greens N Teff

4.7
(20+)
• Ethiopian • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 10.0 mi • 66 min
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SPICY VEGAN MENCHET
Sweet n Spicy, shredded Carrots and Potatoes stew sautéed with onion, garlic paste, berbere and Ethiopian spices
$6.51
Large Plate
Pick 2 proteins and 3 greens + 2 piece injera
$17.98
SPLIT PEA STEW / YE-ATER KIK WET
Curry split-peas sauteed with onion, garlic paste and turmeric
$6.55
BASMATI CURRY RICE - 16oz
Organic basmati white ice with turmeric
$4.99
Lydia In DuPont

Lydia In DuPont

Caribbean • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 9.9 mi • 65 min
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$5 off on $40+
OTAIL BOWL, jollof, cabbage
Tender oxtail pieces served with savory sides, including seasoned curry cabbage and Mac & cheese pie!
$37.44
Beef Patties
Flavorful curry shrimp in a rich curry sauce, served with basmati rice and cabbage
$7.02
JERK CHICKEN BOWL, rice & peas, cabbage
Crispy chicken wings glazed with a sweet and spicy honey sauce!
$30.42
CURRY SHRIMP BOWL, basmati rice, cabbage
Beef short rib, glazed potatoes and carrots with Brussels sprouts and basmati rice.
$32.76
Blaz'n Bowls

Blaz'n Bowls

4.5
(100+)
• Asian Fusion • Hibachi
$0 delivery fee • 10.0 mi • 66 min
Farther away
$4 off on $25+
"I got the Grilled Chicken Bowl with suya chicken, jollof rice and the sauce with cilantro and scallions, and it was insanely good! The rice was cooked perfectly and very flavorful, the chicken was juicy and tender, also insane flavor, that sauce, immaculate. 10/10"
"Only because I did not get the correct toppings I ordered, is why I cant give 5 stars. I really can't stand lack of attention to detail and accuracy when it comes to this industry. I also asked to have the toppings in the bowl which clearly would not have been feasible since the bowl was so small & packed tightly. The food was really good though. The lamb was savory & spicy just how I like it. Overall a good place to order this kind of cuisine and worth the price. Just wish they'd gotten my order right!"
Pineapple Chicken Stir Fried Rice
Sweet, spicy and savory Pineapple Stir-Fry Fried Rice, Charcoaled Grilled Zabiha Halal Chicken tossed with fresh vegetables and a hint of soy, for a delicious twist on a classic dish.
$15.59
Grilled Chicken Bowl
Create your perfect Chicken Bowl with our tender, charcoaled grilled chicken, served over your choice of rice and topped with fresh vegetables. Customize it to your taste for a delicious, Zabiha Halal meal. Pick up to two bowl toppings.
$15.82
Grilled Lamb Bowl
Build your ideal Lamb Bowl with succulent, charcoal grilled lamb, available in a variety of flavors. Served over your choice of rice and topped with fresh vegetables, tailor it to your preference for a flavorful, Zabiha Halal meal. Pick up to two bowl toppings.
$18.25
Grilled Shrimp Bowl
Grilled Shrimp Bowl with our juicy, charcoal grilled shrimp, available in multiple flavorful styles. Served over your choice of rice and topped with fresh vegetables, personalize it for a satisfying, Zabiha Halal dining experience. Pick up to two bowl toppings.
$17.67
Buffalo Wild Wings GO

Buffalo Wild Wings GO

4.5
(400+)
• Wings • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 10.7 mi • 61 min
Farther away
"Finally a fully complete, hot delicious order. It was perfecto! Fresh taste, Great size of the Bone-In Wings . Will be a gordita and order again some time!"
"took over an hour to get here driver stopped somewhere else first. then when I opened the bag I was missing the 2 sauces they charged me for and the way they sliced the wrap everything fell out, I had to eat it with a fork. the flavors were good but defeated the purpose. the fries were also over cooked but probably would have been fine if I had ranch to dip it in. then when I called the manager was conveniently not in the store."
Boneless Wings
Boneless wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs from sweet to spicy and everything in between.
$16.32
Bone-In Wings
Traditional, bone-in wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs from sweet to spicy and everything in between. A classic that never fails to satisfy.
$21.41
20 Bone-In Wings + Fries
20 traditional, bone-in wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs, from sweet to spicy and everything in between. Served with crispy-battered French fries. The ultimate 20-wing deal for game day, family night, or feeding a hungry crew.
$26.49
Bottled Drinks
20 boneless wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs, from sweet to spicy and everything in between. Served with crispy-battered French fries. The ultimate 20-wing deal for game day, family night, or feeding a hungry crew.
$3.31
A1 American Best Wings

A1 American Best Wings

4.0
(30+)
• Ethiopian • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 10.9 mi • 67 min
Farther away
20% off on $30+
10 PC Wings Combo
with Fries and Can Soda
$19.07
10 PC Buffalo Wings
with Fries and Can Soda
$18.48
Small Box 3 PC Combo
Served with bread and tartar or cocktail suace.
$12.97
5 PC Whole Wings
Served with pink or cocktail sauce. Make it a combo for an additional cost.
$12.11
A1 America’s Best Wings

A1 America’s Best Wings

4.4
(60+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"I like their chicken and lamb over us "
"It was absolutely disgusting the chicken wasn't even seasoning it came very blend I complained about it and I got nothing in return"
10 pc WINGS COMBO (Special)
Halal. with Fries and Can Soda
$27.02
5 pc WINGS COMBO
Halal. with Fries and Can Soda
$12.68
Mozzarella Stick 5 Pcs
Golden, crispy breaded mozzarella sticks, served in a set of five.
$5.9
10 PC Buffalo Wings
Halal.
$19.03
El Diez Mexican Bowls by Wonder

El Diez Mexican Bowls by Wonder

Tex-Mex • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee • 4.6 mi • 33 min
Build Your Own Rice Bowl
Your bowl, your call. Start with rice, add your protein, pile on the guac (yeah, it's free), load up on the salsas, queso, and crunch. No wrong answers here.
$12.19
Bowl + Chips + Drink
Pick any bowl, served with chips + a drink. Full sized, extras included, no brainer. Great for lunch, late night, or whenever cravings hit.
$15.07
Chips + Guac
Salty, crunchy chips with rich guacamole for peak scoop-and-crunch satisfaction.
$4.55
Chips + Queso
Crunchy tortilla chips served with queso blanco: warm, creamy, and scoopable.
$4.55
Hot Off The Grill

Hot Off The Grill

4.3
(20+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee • 10.0 mi • 67 min
Farther away
Chicken Cheesesteak
Spice up your sandwich game with our Spicy Teriyaki halal Chicken Sub. The Charcoal Wood Grill infuses a smoky essence, enhancing the bold flavors of the spicy teriyaki glaze.
$14.37
Chicken Fried Rice
A classic fried rice dish with a twist – our halal certified tender chicken is grilled over the Charcoal Wood Grill, adding a unique smoky flavor that elevates this timeless favorite.
$11.08
Shrimp Fried Rice
Our sweet and savory angus beef is thinly cut and grilled over a Charcoal Wood Grill to elevates this classic sandwich to new heights. Made with all-natural Halal beef and made fresh to order.
$14.27
Beef Cheesesteak Combo
Our sweet and savory angus beef is thinly cut and grilled over a Charcoal Wood Grill to elevates this classic sandwich to new heights. Made with all-natural Halal beef and made fresh to order.
$12.21
American Agashe

American Agashe

American • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 11.1 mi • 78 min
Farther away
10. Ground Beef Roll/Wrap
Fresh high quality meat , special herbs, carrot , tomato sauce . Fresh lettuce or white cabbage , mayo or ranch . Optional one free V. Spicy Chili sauce.
$8.99
13. Eggplant Salad Wrap or Roll
Roasted. eggplant smashed with peanut butter, lemon, tomato sauce, and carrots. Lettuce or white cabbage, fresh onions , ranch or Mish sauce . Add falafel $0.90 each , boiled egg $ 1 each or fries $1 .
$8.49
2. Agashe Spiced Beef Roll
Tender seasoned fresh beef, special Agashe sauce onion pickles, tomatoes, lettuce or white cabbage , fries , come with one very spicy chilli sauce .
$12.99
1. Carrot Cake
Double beef patties, our secret burger sauce, cheese ( American or cheddar) grilled onions, cucumber pickles, tomatoes and fresh lettuce or white.cabbage. Optional one free very spicy chilli sauce ( contain peanut butter)
$5.99
Conclave Restaurant

Conclave Restaurant

4.3
(40+)
• African • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"The Suya + Jollof Rice + Fried Plantain was well made and tasty. Will definitely order again."
"Never thought I would have to leave a bad review for you guys. The eru had no palm oil. No egusi was horrible please bring back the cooks from two weeks ago because whoever is cooking needs to be fired immediately."
Eru + Fufu
A traditional Central African favorite featuring finely shredded eru leaves cooked with spinach, palm oil, smoked fish, and seasoned meat. Served with soft, dough-like fufu, perfect for dipping and enjoying the rich, savory flavors of this hearty dish.
$27.5
Beef Suya
Grilled brisket with authentic west african spices
$16.5
Grilled Fish - Tilapia
Whole tilapia marinated in herbs, garlic, and house spices, flame-grilled and served with sautéed peppers, onions served with a side or fried plantain or jollo rice
$36.5
Suya + Jollof Rice + Fried Plantain
Grilled brisket with authentic west african spices served with jollof rice and Fried Plantain
$27.5
Rainbow African Restaurant

Rainbow African Restaurant

4.7
(300+)
• West African food • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
$5 off on $35+
"The Peanut Butter Soup with pounded yam was absolutely delicious,well packaged, and still hot upon arrival. Good portion size. Will absolutely be ordering again."
"Jamaican Style Oxtail with Fufu (Plantain) is out of this world! The oxtail was fall-off-the-bone tender, rich, and full of that deep, seasoned Jamaican flavor. The gravy alone is enough to make you want a second plate. Paired with the soft, smooth plantain fufu, it’s the perfect combination—comforting, flavorful, and so satisfying. five stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟"
Tomato Stew & Rice (Jollof, Waakye, or White Rice)
Tomato stew made with fresh tomatoes, tomato purée and spices. Made with your choice of meat beef, goat, chicken or fish (croaker). Served with one side: jollof rice, white rice or Waakye.
$23.97
Spinach & Egusi
Made with blended melon seed and spinach and your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with one sides: Fufu (plantain) pounded yam, Eba, boiled yam, jollof rice, or white rice.
$27.12
Okra Soup
Made with okra vegetables cooked with palm oil. Made with your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with one side option: Banku, Fufu (plantain), Kenkey, Eba, pounded yam, or white rice.
$27.95
Suya Beef Kabobs
Contains peanuts. Tender beef slices threaded on a skewer covered in a dry spicy peanut rub seasoning.
$4.5
Project Suya LLC

Project Suya LLC

4.3
(60+)
• African • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"I love this place ! I've been eating it every week no LIE!! I'm addicted! It's very well seasoned. They have great portions sizes. The meat ALWAYS taste fresh. I definitely will be ordering again and AGAIN! Specifically the Suya Tray. in the photos I mixed mine still great !"
"The Suya Bowl was too oily, the Joloof rice was too dry, and the beef paddy was drenching in oil. I couldn't eat and didn't enjoy any of the food that cost me $69. What a loss."
Suya Bowl
Tender grilled meat coated in bold suya spice for a smoky, savory, and peppery bite.
$35.11
Suya Meal Box
Meal box with smoky suya, rich jollof rice
$33.29
Jollof Rice
Flavorful West African-style rice cooked in a rich tomato-pepper sauce with bold, savory spices.
$13.23
Beef Shawarma
Tender grilled beef wrapped in warm flatbread with fries and creamy sauce.
$29.7
Jolloff Etcetera

Jolloff Etcetera

4.3
(400+)
• African • Nigerian
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"They have the best Goat pepper soup and moi-moi in the DMV that I have trie. I order at least once a month and always get sad when i finish my order. I wish the prices were more reasonable though"
"The Puff puff was the perfect taste and soft but the Asun was disappointingz. You pay 25$ for som so small when from other restaurants I would get double even triple the size. Dont have high expectations "
Pounded Yam with Egusi, Okra, Bitterleaf, Oha, Vegetable (Efo), Ewedu, Etc.
Pounded yam served with your choice of soup edikaikong, efo riro (vegetable), egusi, ewedu, oha, okra (ogbono) or onugbu (bitter leaf) and your choice of meat assorted meat, beef, chicken, fresh fish, fried fish, goat meat, stock fish.
$30.77
Jollof Rice
Jollof rice served with goat meat, beef, chicken, fresh fish or fried fish.
$32.36
Puff puff
Moi-moi is steamed bean pudding produced from peeled black-eyed peas.
$6
White Rice & Ata Dindin
White rice served the red stew with goat meat, beef, chicken, fresh fish or fried fish.
$31.65
RAHAMA African Restaurant

RAHAMA African Restaurant

African • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
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1/2&1/2 Waakye & Jollof
Combination of Waakye (Rice and Beans cooked together) and Jollof Rice (rice, tomatoes, onions, spices, vegetables and meat in a single pot)
$20.74
White Rice
Steamed white rice with choice of Stew, Fish and Meat
$21.98
Banku
Ghanaian cuisine, Banku is a dishes made of a slightly fermented cooked mixture of maize and cassava doughs formed into single-serving balls. Banku is cooked in hot water until it turns into a smooth, whitish paste, served with soup, okra stew or a pepper sauce with fish
$21.98
Atseke w/Salad
Attieke, is a side dish made from cassava that is popular and traditional in Ivory Coast. The dish is prepared from fermented cassava pulp that has been grated or granulated. Dried attiéké is also prepared, which is similar in texture to couscous.
$20.99
Chez Aviole

Chez Aviole

4.3
(100+)
• Haitian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"The food was SOOOOO good! 😩🔥 I’m so happy there’s finally a Haitian spot in town with food that actually tastes like home. Usually, I feel like I have to go all the way to New York or Miami to get good, authentic Haitian food, but not anymore! 😂🙌🏾 The griot was delicious, the legume was flavorful, and the pikliz had the perfect kick. Everything tasted fresh, seasoned, and like a real home-cooked meal. I’m definitely happy I found this spot and will absolutely be ordering again. 10/10! 🇭🇹🔥🤤"
"Listen, I don't know who was in the kitchen today - but I can assure you, they came to COOK. That Griot (Fried Pork) was so RIGHT: hard outside with a tender center. I usually dont eat the fat on the griot...I definitely ate the fat today 😅, it was too good to pass up.The black rice, I mean black was so dee the rice looked shiny the green peas was Chef's kiss. Thank you for a wonderful, home-cooked meal 🙏🏿"
Griot (Fried Pork)
(Fried pork pieces topped with pickled onions, served with black rice or Brown rice or white rice, fried plantains, and a side of coleslaw. )
$24.74
Pate kode (fried patty) with chicken
(Grilled turkey paired with black rice or Brown rice or white rice topped with pickled onions and peppers, served alongside crispy fried plantains and a side of tangy slaw and comes with pikliz
$8.4
Chicken (Poulet)
(A hearty stew featuring assorted vegetables and tender beef, served with white rice, black beans, and a side of fried plantains.)
$19.2
Swahili Village

Swahili Village

4.6
(800+)
• African • Fine Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
$10 off on $50+
"it used to be 4 shrimps with the combo. and the beef used to grill but it taste like it was seared and then put in a pressure cooker. it taste more wet that charred Nyama Choma & Shrimp"
"ITS FEB. 2023 First time I've order from this establishment...Y'all let me tell y'all something...don't sleep on this place..the food was excellent! This Curry Chicken "Kuku Curry" was blessed by Jesus and the side of habanero pepper sauce was just right...be careful the peppers turn it up a notch so add with caution. Overall will be ordering again!!!"
Suya-Nyama Choma
Succulent beef cubes, marinated in a blend of authentic Swahili spices and char-grilled to perfection. This dish offers a smoky, robust flavor, capturing the essence of traditional east African barbecue
$37.2
Samosa
Delicate, hand-crafted pastry pockets filled with spiced ground beef, seasoned to perfection with traditional Swahili spices. Crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful on the inside, offering a taste of East Africa in every bite
$12.36
Chicken Wings
Juicy chicken wings marinated in a blend of swahili spices, grilled or deep-fried to your liking. Served with our signature Swahili sweet sauce for a perfect balance of savory and sweet
$15.16
Jollof Rice
Africa's most popular dish. long-grain rice, tomatoes, onions, spices and vegetables
$9.25
Nuli

Nuli

African • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Great food. I tried it for the first time this week and I will be a returning customer for sure. The flavors go so well together!"
JOLLOF RICE (Iconic West-African rice)
VEGETARIAN (no MSG, no Chicken stock) West-African smoky jollof rice. Comes curated with plantains, salad and red-bell pepper sauté
$15.13
HALF 'N' HALF (2 bases, 1 bowl)
Pick 2 bases styles of the Africa Magic Bowl
$15.95
NAANINI
VEGETARIAN (no MSG, no Chicken stock) It's not only the Asians who make a good fried rice. You need to try this one, made the Nigerian-style at popular at parties. VEGETARIAN (no MSG, no Chicken stock) Served curated with plantains, salad and red-bell pepper saut
$12.92
Lucky Pollo Peruvian Chicken

Lucky Pollo Peruvian Chicken

4.6
(300+)
• Peruvian • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"The French Fries are great and the Fried Plantains are amazing so I suggest if you are in the mood for any of those items check this place out"
"District Rico was closed. Half chicken only comes with white rice. I ordered white meat. Received dark meat. Green sauce is watery. Side container for the rice limits the rice given with the entree. Rice didnt cover entire meal."
Half Chicken Dark
Peruvian chicken marinated for 24 hours and slow cooked over oak wood charcoal. All dark meat.
$17.51
Family Meal Special 1
A whole rotisserie chicken, marinated for 24 hours in our signature blend of 13 bold herbs, slow-roasted to juicy perfection. Served with your choice of four crave-worthy sides—perfect for sharing.
$32.11
Half Chicken
Peruvian chicken marinated for 24 hours and slow cooked over oak wood charcoal. Mix of white and dark meat.
$17.35
Half Chicken White
Peruvian chicken marinated for 24 hours and slow cooked over oak wood charcoal. All white meat.
$18.79
Citadel Creole Cuisine LLC

Citadel Creole Cuisine LLC

4.5
(50+)
• Haitian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"I like the legumes"
"The patties were so dry I was literally able to crack it in half and it sounded like I snapped a bone. There was barely any goat and the akra wasn't seasoned"
Kabrit
Goat fried or stewed in a blend of fresh organic herbs, and spices, with any side
$35.43
Turkey Creole
Seasoned in a blend of fresh herbs and spices. Deep fried to a golden-brown tender, crisp, with any side
$27.39
Poulet
Chicken in sauce or fried with any side
$23.99
Fritay
Your choice of meat, marinade, fried dough, fried plantains, akra, and pikliz
$28.96

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