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Hours
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 11 AM–4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–4:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 119 N Robinson Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Phone: (469) 315-8724
Website: https://naijawifekitchenfusion.com/
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Reviews
Reuben Reyes
My 1st time here and WoW I was surprised how friendly and giving the lady behind the counter was. Even though she was dealing with multiple customers she gave a sample dish to try and said let her know what was my favorite. After tasting each sample I was amazed that each sample was unique but each was also delicious. It was hard but I picked two, one was like a chicken stew and the the other was goat. She recommended a purple drink to go with the meal. I sat and enjoyed every bit and yes she taught me how to dip the fufu in with the stew. This meal was filling and could have been enough for two. This was easy to rate as everything I experienced here was excellent and this place gets 5 shining stars! ❤️ I forgot to mention this place is below street level and is somewhat hard to find but certainly worth it.
… moredenise nguyen
My boyfriend and I never had Nigerian food before and we wanted to try it since it looked soo good on TikTok. I was actually craving the food without even trying it before. So while we were in the city, we went and I got to say that every bite was so soo delicious. Super flavorful, comforting and spicy too. I just love it sooo much. There’s an option for spicy and nonspicy, we got spicy and it was a nicee spicy. Not too spicy but spicy enough which was really good. Everything was like seasoned just right so it was perfect. We got
Suya chicken wings and they were so crispy and seasoned so good. We also got Egusi soup and it was so so yummy and unique. We liked to dip the chicken wings in the soup, it’s so flavorful.
I also got to say that the customer service was phenomenal. We got offered water just because and she didn’t charge us for it. It just felt like eating at a relative’s house they just care for you. And we got to try some of their other flavors too. Everyone was nice and I recommended this place 1000% if you’re wanting to try Nigerian food/if you’re craving it. Next time we’re in town, I def want to come here again.
… moreSuya chicken wings and they were so crispy and seasoned so good. We also got Egusi soup and it was so so yummy and unique. We liked to dip the chicken wings in the soup, it’s so flavorful.
I also got to say that the customer service was phenomenal. We got offered water just because and she didn’t charge us for it. It just felt like eating at a relative’s house they just care for you. And we got to try some of their other flavors too. Everyone was nice and I recommended this place 1000% if you’re wanting to try Nigerian food/if you’re craving it. Next time we’re in town, I def want to come here again.
Jacobie Okie
I was absolutely blown away at the flavor!!! The owner is a very sweet woman! She let us sample all the soups, we didn’t even ask and she made us a bowl!! The most amazing people! I said this food should be available on EVERY STREET CORNER! It’s that good! I ate the Banga Soup with rice!
… moreSakshi Kuwar
The wings are really really good
But I didn’t like the jollof rice. It was cold and very dry. I’m not sure if that’s how it is originally supposed to be ( not African) but felt a little off.
But wings were again, really nice and hot
… moreBut I didn’t like the jollof rice. It was cold and very dry. I’m not sure if that’s how it is originally supposed to be ( not African) but felt a little off.
But wings were again, really nice and hot
Roman Mauer
Staff is very friendly and was cool enough to let you sample all the different soups options before buying.
I got half Banga and half Egusi with fufu and added goat meat and had it prepared spicy.
Egusi was the star of the show, great flavor (lighter orange left side)
Banga was good but I am glad I did not get an entire bowl of it as the saltiness began to wear on me towards the end
Fufu was nice and fluffy and paired well with the soups
Goat was my main regret- it was primarily cartilage and splintered bone, maybe 2 oz of actual meat. At +$5 for the addition, this pushed the price of the meal into the $20 range which I did not think was worth it especially with the other protein add-ons being $1-2.
Overall it had great flavor and I will be back.
… moreI got half Banga and half Egusi with fufu and added goat meat and had it prepared spicy.
Egusi was the star of the show, great flavor (lighter orange left side)
Banga was good but I am glad I did not get an entire bowl of it as the saltiness began to wear on me towards the end
Fufu was nice and fluffy and paired well with the soups
Goat was my main regret- it was primarily cartilage and splintered bone, maybe 2 oz of actual meat. At +$5 for the addition, this pushed the price of the meal into the $20 range which I did not think was worth it especially with the other protein add-ons being $1-2.
Overall it had great flavor and I will be back.
sheneah smith
I ordered egusi soup from this restaurant on DoorDash and I kindly asked for more chicken in the soup because last I order this, there really want any chicken in it. When the food came, there was a”shred” of chicken and that’s it. No leg, no thigh, no breast, no chicken strip. Nothing but a literal shred of chicken and Perry much JUST egusi! Very disappointed!!!!!!!!
… moreJared Gleaton
The 2025 James Beard Foundation Semifinalists have been announced, and Oklahoma City is at the forefront of representing Oklahoma in the Best Chef: Southwest category. Among the nominees is Tahnee Francis, whose Nigerian concept, Naija Wife Kitchen, is making waves from its home in the Robinson Renaissance Building food court.
Tahnee is a community ambassador, using her platform to celebrate diversity and advocate for inclusivity. In 2022, she was crowned Miss Black Oklahoma International Ambassador, where she became a voice for individuals with disabilities across the state.
With glowing reviews and a James Beard nod, expectations are high for Naija Wife Kitchen. Tahnee’s success marks an important milestone for Oklahoma’s evolving culinary scene, showcasing the state’s growing diversity and innovation. Let’s eat.
Dining
Naija Fried platter with suya chicken wings, fish steaks in pepper stew, plantains, stewed egg over Jollof rice.
The platter lacked depth of flavor, with each component becoming monotonous after a few bites. The suya chicken wings had a lovely crisp exterior and featured a lightly seasoned flavor profile, highlighting paprika and garlic with a subtle sweetness at the back end. The fried plantains had a soft texture, were underseasoned, and bland. The Jollof rice carried mild notes of paprika and mild spices, but was on the dry side. The tilapia fish steak had an beautifully crispy exterior and a light fish flavor profile. The accompanying red pepper stew on top tasted primarily like cooked pepper, with no real depth or consistency.
Peanut Butter Soup, Okra Soup, Efo Riro Soup, Banga Soup, and Egusi Soup
The “Friday special” featured a soup sampler, served with “fufu”, a starchy ball of kneaded yam used for dipping. The“fufu” has a neutral flavor profile with a soft slightly gummy texture. Each soup was sampled individually and dipped with the fufu. Almost all the soups had a considerable amount of palm oil that pooled at the top, making them unappealing and heavy. The two options are to stir the orange oil back into the soup or drain it slightly.
The peanut soup boasts a flavor profile dominated by peanut and chicken, with little variation in between. It had a slightly sweet and salty taste that was pleasant. The texture was thick and gelatinous. The addition of the fufu amplified the chewy, gelatinous texture, but it did help cut through some of the heaviness of the soup.
The okra soup features a milder flavor of fresh okra and vegetables. Its texture was rustic and provided a pleasant mouthfeel. While it also had a lot of oil, it worked more harmoniously with the fufu and one of thee highlights of the other soups.
The Banga soup had some savory notes, but lacked seasoning and depth of flavor. After a few bites, the flavors became one-dimensional. The Efo Riro soup was refreshing and crisp with notes of spinach, tomatoes, and pepper. Overall, it had a pleasant flavor profile. The Egusi soup offered the greatest contrast in texture among the soups, with its nutty and umami flavor profile. Finally; the goat was fork tender, heavy with oil, and under seasoned.
Overall, much like the fried platter, the soups lacked the bold, rich flavor commonly associated with African cuisine. It’s not the heat level being critiqued, but the balance, intensity, dynamics, and richness that each dish was missing.
Final Thoughts:
Tahnee’s dedication to her craft and her commitment to bringing something special to Oklahoma are undeniable. She is a true ambassador of West African cuisine. However, passion alone does not always translate into exceptional food. At Naija Wife Kitchen, muted flavors, textural inconsistencies, and uneven preparation were noticeable across multiple dishes. While the spirit of authenticity and warmth is deeply embedded in the dining experience, the execution did not consistently meet the level of excellence expected.
… moreTahnee is a community ambassador, using her platform to celebrate diversity and advocate for inclusivity. In 2022, she was crowned Miss Black Oklahoma International Ambassador, where she became a voice for individuals with disabilities across the state.
With glowing reviews and a James Beard nod, expectations are high for Naija Wife Kitchen. Tahnee’s success marks an important milestone for Oklahoma’s evolving culinary scene, showcasing the state’s growing diversity and innovation. Let’s eat.
Dining
Naija Fried platter with suya chicken wings, fish steaks in pepper stew, plantains, stewed egg over Jollof rice.
The platter lacked depth of flavor, with each component becoming monotonous after a few bites. The suya chicken wings had a lovely crisp exterior and featured a lightly seasoned flavor profile, highlighting paprika and garlic with a subtle sweetness at the back end. The fried plantains had a soft texture, were underseasoned, and bland. The Jollof rice carried mild notes of paprika and mild spices, but was on the dry side. The tilapia fish steak had an beautifully crispy exterior and a light fish flavor profile. The accompanying red pepper stew on top tasted primarily like cooked pepper, with no real depth or consistency.
Peanut Butter Soup, Okra Soup, Efo Riro Soup, Banga Soup, and Egusi Soup
The “Friday special” featured a soup sampler, served with “fufu”, a starchy ball of kneaded yam used for dipping. The“fufu” has a neutral flavor profile with a soft slightly gummy texture. Each soup was sampled individually and dipped with the fufu. Almost all the soups had a considerable amount of palm oil that pooled at the top, making them unappealing and heavy. The two options are to stir the orange oil back into the soup or drain it slightly.
The peanut soup boasts a flavor profile dominated by peanut and chicken, with little variation in between. It had a slightly sweet and salty taste that was pleasant. The texture was thick and gelatinous. The addition of the fufu amplified the chewy, gelatinous texture, but it did help cut through some of the heaviness of the soup.
The okra soup features a milder flavor of fresh okra and vegetables. Its texture was rustic and provided a pleasant mouthfeel. While it also had a lot of oil, it worked more harmoniously with the fufu and one of thee highlights of the other soups.
The Banga soup had some savory notes, but lacked seasoning and depth of flavor. After a few bites, the flavors became one-dimensional. The Efo Riro soup was refreshing and crisp with notes of spinach, tomatoes, and pepper. Overall, it had a pleasant flavor profile. The Egusi soup offered the greatest contrast in texture among the soups, with its nutty and umami flavor profile. Finally; the goat was fork tender, heavy with oil, and under seasoned.
Overall, much like the fried platter, the soups lacked the bold, rich flavor commonly associated with African cuisine. It’s not the heat level being critiqued, but the balance, intensity, dynamics, and richness that each dish was missing.
Final Thoughts:
Tahnee’s dedication to her craft and her commitment to bringing something special to Oklahoma are undeniable. She is a true ambassador of West African cuisine. However, passion alone does not always translate into exceptional food. At Naija Wife Kitchen, muted flavors, textural inconsistencies, and uneven preparation were noticeable across multiple dishes. While the spirit of authenticity and warmth is deeply embedded in the dining experience, the execution did not consistently meet the level of excellence expected.
joey dipalma
Amazing and what a hidden gem. We had the Egusi stew and Efo riro stew. Both delicious. We added fufu on both as well as fish steaks which were crispy and season to perfection. Was our first time trying African cuisine and certainly not our last, the flavor was absolutely divine. A little expensive for two stews add fufu and fish steaks and no drinks coming in at 42$ other than that was amazing and would recommend.
… moreAlena B
I loooooooove this place. Hard to find as an out of towner but I was determined! The owner is such a pleasant and kind woman. Top of the line service. I got a little sample from her but I already had a good feeling about the food! I am vegan but love supporting local Black & African owned businesses, especially women. I ordered the vegan fried beans with jollof rice and had to get me some fufu to make my entree complete. You have the option to get plantains instead of rice. I should’ve gotten all of it but didn’t want to be greedy. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR AMAZING FOOD! Much success to you and I will be back, with more friends next time!
… moreBobby Moore
What a hidden gem. I’m visiting and walking around the dead streets of OKC on a Friday. I wonder into Tellers at the National building. Get served by a guy with more metal on his face than I have for my table setting, start losing my appetite and wonder off. After two small cafes I get directed across the street to a “basement cafeteria” area and find NaijaWife kitchen. What do they sell? Nigerian food, what’s that? So I explored and got some fufu which is a hammered yam pounded into dough called a swallow (my wife giggled at this point) along with some of their soup, I went with the egusi soup. All DELICIOUS! What a surprise. I ordered their specialty drink and that was delicious too.
So 5 stars to Food and service. 3 star atmosphere only has to do with the fact that her location is hard to find and cafeteria like. But her business is good because it looks like she is the only business in business out of 5 surrounding closed restaurants.
Otherwise it is very clean here and open.
I would absolutely come here again with my family for lunch. Thank you for allowing me to be your guest!
… moreSo 5 stars to Food and service. 3 star atmosphere only has to do with the fact that her location is hard to find and cafeteria like. But her business is good because it looks like she is the only business in business out of 5 surrounding closed restaurants.
Otherwise it is very clean here and open.
I would absolutely come here again with my family for lunch. Thank you for allowing me to be your guest!