Best African Restaurants in London
African restaurants in London showcase Nigerian, Ghanaian, Ethiopian, Eritrean, Somali and South African cooking. Below are 10 restaurants we recommend checking out, with contact details, opening hours and directions for each one.
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10 African Restaurants in London
1Akoko
- Address
- 21 Berners St, London W1T 3LP
- Phone
- +44 20 7323 0593
- Website
- akoko.co.uk
- Opening hours
Mon Closed · Tue 6-9 PM · Wed–Sat 12-2 PM · Sun Closed
2Akara Restaurant
- Address
- Arch 208, 18 Stoney St, London SE1 9AD
- Phone
- +44 20 3861 5190
- Website
- akaralondon.co.uk
- Opening hours
Mon 5-11 PM · Tue–Sat 12-11 PM · Sun Closed
3Enish Oxford Street
- Address
- 3 Berners St, London W1T 3LD
- Phone
- +44 20 3771 8665
- Website
- enish.co.uk
- Opening hours
Mon–Sat 12 PM-12 AM · Sun 1-11 PM
4High Timber Restaurant
- Address
- Broken Wharf House, 8 High Timber St, London EC4V 3PA
- Phone
- +44 20 7248 1777
- Website
- hightimber.com
- Opening hours
Mon–Fri 12-2:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
5Chefpb_kitchen
- Address
- 58 Stanhope St, London NW1 3EX
- Phone
- +44 7403 579883
- Opening hours
Mon–Fri 12-2:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
6The Savanna London Bridge Cart
- Address
- 39 St Thomas St, London SE1 9SP
- Phone
- +44 20 8549 6000
- Website
- thesavanna.co.uk
- Opening hours
Mon–Wed 8 AM-5:30 PM · Thu 8 AM-5 PM · Fri 8 AM-7 PM · Sat 8 AM-8 PM · Sun 7:30 AM-5 PM
7Lamb Shank Hotspot
- Address
- 84 Brick Ln, London E1 6RL
- Phone
- +44 7466 055311
- Website
- deliveroo.co.uk
- Opening hours
Mon–Fri 8 AM-8 PM · Sat 9 AM-6 PM · Sun Closed
8Enish Oxford Street
- Address
- 3 Berners St, London W1T 3LD
- Phone
- +44 20 3771 8665
- Website
- enish.co.uk
9Vivat Bacchus Farringdon
- Address
- 47 Farringdon St, London EC4A 4LL
- Phone
- +44 20 7353 2648
- Website
- vivatbacchus.co.uk
- Opening hours
Mon–Sat 12 PM-12 AM · Sun 1-11 PM
10805 Restaurants
- Address
- 24 Kendal St, St George's Fields, London W2 2AW
- Phone
- +44 20 7402 3266
- Website
- 805restaurants.com
- Opening hours
Mon–Sun 12-11 PM
Tips for booking
- Check the Food Hygiene Rating on the Food Standards Agency website.
- Book ahead on Friday and Saturday evenings.
- Ask about set lunch menus, which are usually cheaper than dinner.
- Tell staff about allergies: restaurants must give you allergen information.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a meal cost in London?
A two-course meal in a mid-range London restaurant typically costs £25–£45 per person before drinks and service; fine dining can exceed £150.
Is service charge included in London restaurants?
Many restaurants add a discretionary 12.5% service charge. It is optional, and you can ask for it to be removed if service was poor.
Do I need to book?
For popular restaurants and weekend evenings, booking is strongly recommended. Many casual places accept walk-ins.