Classic Nigerian dishes served in a chic, casual dining room with African-inspired decor.
M Li
This is a well run Nigerian restaurant with nice interior decor. The menu is small and a bit pricey, but that means they’re good at what they make. The flavor was great and seemed authentic with lots of other Nigerian patrons (I’m not Nigerian). They’re fully stocked with Nigerian drinks. The lamb was slightly too dry but that’s my only complaint.
… moreF Dale Odim
My first time visiting. I had lunch I with my sister, a local who has been here before. I had the Jollof rice and moi moi with chicken. My sister had the egusi with chicken. We shared some puff puffs.We were disappointed that they were out of the Suya ( beef and chicken).
We both enjoyed our respective meals, so much so that we placed an order of moi moi, Jollof rice and puff puffs to go.
Service was excellent.
… morefestus
Visited mid afternoon, so we were the only diners. Although 2-3 the take out orders were picked up while we were there.
We had Jollof, plantains and puff-puff. The food was tasty, albeit not as spicy as I like.
… moreJackson S
Food is mediocre at best. I ordered Jollof rice with Goat stew. Food was cooked well, just lacked seasoning/flavor. Hopefully they can work on this. Lady who collected payment looked mean and was nonchalant. Also it doesn’t smell too great in there, they should definitely work on that.
… moreApril M
I went to Obosa Restaurant on an afternoon lunch date for my first try at West African food. The younger staff were so pleasant & helpful. They saw we weren’t familiar with the menu & took their time in explaining & accommodating some vegetarian options.
All of their food was cooked to perfection.
-Their “puff puff”(not pictured because we shamelessly devoured them & ordered another round to go) was delicious.
-The fufu & stew was well portioned, beautifully plated & so delicious.
-The jollof rice was *fantastic & their plantains were perfectly fried.
I tried their fish soup & quickly learned they don’t skimp on spice- which I appreciate- but if you don’t have a high tolerance for pepper, I’d proceed with caution.
Worth mentioning too, their restaurant was immaculately clean. If you’re trying Nigerian food for the first time, I’d start with Obosa.
… moreShamel Arogundade
The pepper soup was not good and small. The meat were so tiny. It felt like kids menu. The soup itself felt like boiled meat soup.
The puff-puff was 3 tiny puff puffs for $3. Meatpie is small as well. Could be better!
Banga soup for $18 or $19 was so small and the goat meat was overcooked. The soup had lots of oil on it. I had to drain it before eating the damn thing.
Also, you pay the taxes that the owner is supposed to pay when paying for the food. When I asked, I was told I wouldn’t have gotten charged the taxes if I had paid with cashapp or zelle. I was like, are you kidding me?
… moreTori Lorvig
Really delicious food and very kind servers who gave great recommendations. The puff puff is like a soft bread roll doughnut, do yourself a favor and order it. For someone who doesn’t mind fish, the moi moi is a must (its only $2 so just do it). Jollof rice is something anyone will like, but their version isn’t that spicy (I’m sure you could ask for it to be). Spinach stir is absolutely delicious, too. Egusi stew was very good, and the portion with fufu was enough food for 2 easily. It does have salt fish in it so don’t order if you don’t like fish. Meat pie is a lot like a cornish pasty.
… moreL. Loge
Obosa used to be reliable, but something has changed recently. I ordered delivery two nights in a row. The first night, they forgot an item. I gave them grace, assuming it was a one-off. The second night, I specifically requested ripe, soft, sweet plantains. What I received were half-green, hard, and bland slices that looked like they were rushed through with water and oil. Not the quality I expected. Disappointed overall.
… moreEmeka O.
The eguisi soup with pounded yams, and puff puff appetizers are the pinnacle of perfect deliciousness, thanks to Gloria’s masterful authentic cooking. The attentive service is appreciated.
… moreWinfield Chan
First time at Obosa. The egusi stew with fish was a good shareable platter that had a mild kick to it and a yummy grilled fish flavor. Be careful of fish bones. I never had pounded yam before – it had the consistency of bland mochi. I much rather have the jollof to pair with the stew. The puff puff had a consistency crossed between fried dough from the beach and sugar donut holes. My recommendation to the owner is to set up the table settings before guests arrive. It got awkward at times when we sat waiting for utensils and enough napkins to eat the good food. It also was confusing to serve ourselves drinks from the fridge.
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