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Address: 209 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 337-6217
Website: https://passdjollof.com/
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I had a craving for egusi soup and pounded yam (fufu), along with suya and chin chin, without having to stand in the kitchen to make them.
My credentials for this review are simple. I’m Nigerian. So when my friends sent me this spot, I was excited to try some of my favorite foods.
We ordered egusi soup with pounded yam, okra soup with eba, white rice and jollof rice with chicken stew (on top), chin chin, puff puff, and suya. Not pictured pepper soup with chicken.
Ordering was simple. We scanned a QR code and used Toast on our phones to access the menu.
I wasn’t sure what to expect from a Nigerian restaurant in Seattle, but after tasting each dish, I was pleasantly surprised. Everything was fresh and made exactly as it should be, which isn’t easy when serving both people who are new to Nigerian food and those hoping for a taste of home.
It was a joy to visit, and even more so to see the space filled with people.
Each dish carries so much history and meaning, and I shared my favorite Nigerian recipe book (Chop Chop) with my friends so they could better understand what we ordered, how it’s made, and the regions of Nigeria it comes from. That context helped set expectations, and by the end of the meal we were all very satisfied and very full, with plenty of leftovers.
I ordered the PDJ Chapman, which paired perfectly with everything.
Pro tip when you first walk in, order some chin chin, puff puff, and suya on the self ordering system, then place your main meal order.
The self service system eliminated the need to wait for someone, which was especially helpful.
Seattle needs more authentic, culturally rich food spots like this, and I hope this business continues to grow.
Mini rant and final thought. The service was kind, helpful, and attentive. They were clearly busy, and most of the support was happening in the kitchen, but a bit of eye contact and a simple gesture went a long way. Before visiting, I read the reviews and felt worried. After eating here, I realized those reviews didn’t accurately reflect what this place offers. This is exactly the kind of food space this city needs.
… moreMy credentials for this review are simple. I’m Nigerian. So when my friends sent me this spot, I was excited to try some of my favorite foods.
We ordered egusi soup with pounded yam, okra soup with eba, white rice and jollof rice with chicken stew (on top), chin chin, puff puff, and suya. Not pictured pepper soup with chicken.
Ordering was simple. We scanned a QR code and used Toast on our phones to access the menu.
I wasn’t sure what to expect from a Nigerian restaurant in Seattle, but after tasting each dish, I was pleasantly surprised. Everything was fresh and made exactly as it should be, which isn’t easy when serving both people who are new to Nigerian food and those hoping for a taste of home.
It was a joy to visit, and even more so to see the space filled with people.
Each dish carries so much history and meaning, and I shared my favorite Nigerian recipe book (Chop Chop) with my friends so they could better understand what we ordered, how it’s made, and the regions of Nigeria it comes from. That context helped set expectations, and by the end of the meal we were all very satisfied and very full, with plenty of leftovers.
I ordered the PDJ Chapman, which paired perfectly with everything.
Pro tip when you first walk in, order some chin chin, puff puff, and suya on the self ordering system, then place your main meal order.
The self service system eliminated the need to wait for someone, which was especially helpful.
Seattle needs more authentic, culturally rich food spots like this, and I hope this business continues to grow.
Mini rant and final thought. The service was kind, helpful, and attentive. They were clearly busy, and most of the support was happening in the kitchen, but a bit of eye contact and a simple gesture went a long way. Before visiting, I read the reviews and felt worried. After eating here, I realized those reviews didn’t accurately reflect what this place offers. This is exactly the kind of food space this city needs.
Eghe Osunde
Visited this place as an out of town visitor and I was quite impressed. The service, wait times was reasonable and the staff was friendly.
The food was really delicious, filling and sizeable. Had to order for to-go and came back a couple of times before leaving town. It also had that homemade feeling to the food. Will recommend and make it a place to visit anytime one is back in town.
… moreThe food was really delicious, filling and sizeable. Had to order for to-go and came back a couple of times before leaving town. It also had that homemade feeling to the food. Will recommend and make it a place to visit anytime one is back in town.
Cash Wheeler
The goat pepper soup was delicious. It had alot of flavor. My grandma is from Nigeria I grew up eating this west african food. My only thing I would say I would like alil more goat meat. I wasnt expecting 3 lil pieces with nothing but soup for 27.00. I am use to the goat stew to being red with alot more goat meat in it. I would like to come back and try some different dishes. That goat pepper soup was go fix for now.
… moreOday Merhi
I recently visited this Nigerian restaurant and overall had a good experience, though there were a few bumps along the way. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the music set a really nice vibe that made the evening enjoyable. The food itself was very good…full of flavor and definitely worth coming back for.
That said, the service was a bit confusing. The restaurant uses a self-service system, but it seemed to be missing some options that should have been available. We briefly spoke to a server, but they disappeared after a quick exchange, leaving us unsure of how to proceed. Eventually, I believe it was the bartender who ended up taking our order, and they were very kind and helpful, which I appreciated.
So while the start of the experience felt a little disorganized, the food and the overall atmosphere made up for it. With a few improvements to the service and ordering process, this place could be excellent.
… moreThat said, the service was a bit confusing. The restaurant uses a self-service system, but it seemed to be missing some options that should have been available. We briefly spoke to a server, but they disappeared after a quick exchange, leaving us unsure of how to proceed. Eventually, I believe it was the bartender who ended up taking our order, and they were very kind and helpful, which I appreciated.
So while the start of the experience felt a little disorganized, the food and the overall atmosphere made up for it. With a few improvements to the service and ordering process, this place could be excellent.
Heather Ace
We just came for drinks after Seahawks game and it was a good vibe and spacious. They didn’t charge a cover like some of the other bars were doing. I cannot wait to try the food!
… moreEbenezer A.
Been here twice, and the food has been really good on both occasions.
The first time we had it in was in March. The ogbono and egusi had tripes and pomo in them, and we added extra proteins to the order for extra charge.
Next time was in May. (2 months apart)
I noticed the soups didn’t have tripes or cow skin in them, which is very okay with me since the chicken this time was bigger than the first time.
We also had the Jollof as take outs.
Overall, the food is really good, and it is worth eating here.
… moreThe first time we had it in was in March. The ogbono and egusi had tripes and pomo in them, and we added extra proteins to the order for extra charge.
Next time was in May. (2 months apart)
I noticed the soups didn’t have tripes or cow skin in them, which is very okay with me since the chicken this time was bigger than the first time.
We also had the Jollof as take outs.
Overall, the food is really good, and it is worth eating here.
Myth Dennis
This place checks all the boxes of an African restaurant in a good way. Ordering is made simple with being able to order off your phone. So you can take your time going over the menu. They have an easily accessible sink to wash your hand, the music and set up help with the atmosphere . We had Okra, fufu, chicken stew, plantain and jollof with goat meat. It took like 5-7 minutes after ordering and our food was out like all items. To top it off the food was really really good hand down authentic.
… moreDom
I am also happy to see more diverse restaurants popping up downtown than the usual places. This was my first West African restaurant in Seattle and it easily exceeded expectations. Wonderful service, incredible food and a large menu I can’t wait to work my way through over the next few months. A must visit!
… moreSunny Oby
Generally, the food was passable, tired and mundane…
Food lacked effort..
What we ordered:
Goat meat pepper soup: extremely peppery, the underlying otherwise rich and comforting spices was lost in translation by the extreme non palatable heat of the pepper… the goat was sparse but very tender….
Meatpie: Dry crust and hollow, lacked filling
Puff puff: Fresh, rich and delicious….
Jollof rice: Dry and taste and flavors drown in Maggie….
Egusi and fufu: good
Plantains: unripe, hard, probably days old….
Suya fish: Dry unseasoned Tilapia with a sprinkle of yaji pepper….
Mango drink was delicious.
Service was excellent…
food too expensive….
Food is 3/10
Management should try to do better….
Will not recommend….
… moreFood lacked effort..
What we ordered:
Goat meat pepper soup: extremely peppery, the underlying otherwise rich and comforting spices was lost in translation by the extreme non palatable heat of the pepper… the goat was sparse but very tender….
Meatpie: Dry crust and hollow, lacked filling
Puff puff: Fresh, rich and delicious….
Jollof rice: Dry and taste and flavors drown in Maggie….
Egusi and fufu: good
Plantains: unripe, hard, probably days old….
Suya fish: Dry unseasoned Tilapia with a sprinkle of yaji pepper….
Mango drink was delicious.
Service was excellent…
food too expensive….
Food is 3/10
Management should try to do better….
Will not recommend….
Paul C
Came here after NFC championship game for a drink. Saw they had Nigerian food…. Froggin Fire. Suya Beef and wings next level flavor with an amazing spice. The Samosa’s…. Just get them. The sauce was great. I’m picky about sauces too. Great crunch and cooked perfect. If you’re a foodie don’t ask just come here.
Had a Jameson so can’t comment on the beefs. Owner was handing out puff puff samples which I missed. The 4.1 stars does not do the food justice.
… moreHad a Jameson so can’t comment on the beefs. Owner was handing out puff puff samples which I missed. The 4.1 stars does not do the food justice.