First time eating here. I got the Chicken Curry rice bowl with the sides and hot sauce. It was so delicious!!! Amazing. And? Next time I’ll ask for less rice and more food on top. It was pretty rice heavy and wished I’d gotten twice as many greens. And weird - I only got one piece plantain, and? regardless- the my meal was amazing. Service was kind and friendly.Love this place!!!Welcome to West Oakland!! ??
First time trying this type of food and really enjoyed it! Very hearty servings and delicious. Great flavors in the veggies and stew! Plus they give you a lot of rice in the bowl and it soaks in ALL the flavors. They had a few small tables in front which we sat and ate on a Sunday afternoon. Very nice staff. Will be back to try the mondazi and other bowls.
Crossley Beth Pinkstaff
So exited to find a Swahili restaurant in the Bay Area! Food is authentic and fabulous!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashish M.
So glad I discovered this! Food was delicious, the people are friendly, and it's very cool to get some African vibe in the store, as well as in the bowl. Super close to my gym - Pacific Pipe. I'll be back. Often!
T S.
Food is solid. Enjoyed the chicken curry bowl. I only wish it had more greens and less chicken lol Customer service so nice! I got a complimentary sweet fried bread thing which was also delicious! I already inhaled that but now that I think about it, it would have been perfect dipped in chai tea.
Juan Hall
Is this food from Tanzania or West Demopolis... the cultural links of this East African spot are unreal...Love the food, love the spot...
I've lived in Oakland for 30 years and have eaten pretty much everywhere. The meal I had today from Swahili Spot is one of the best meals I've ever had, period. Plus, the owner is very friendly and helpful explaining the different dishes and spices. If you're up to explore something new, give Swahili Spot a try!
Richard Couch
Great food. Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Evelyn Manyatta
The food was so tasty and the service was top notch. I felt so welcomed and the background music truly reminded me of Tanzania. Will definitely go
This food takes me back to Tanzania. Starting to become a weekly ritual for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ahmed Shihab
Delicious food, friendly owner, basic decor but we went for the food and were impressed. We will be going back or finding their food truck.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry Rice Bowl
Alexis F.
Food: Primarily Tanzanian but also food from surrounding East African countries. I lived in Uganda for a summer which borders Tanzania and can say the food is legit. Immigrant owned and operated. Recommended Food: - The Rolex: Omelette wrapped in chapati with veggies and hot sauce. This is a street food found all around East Africa. - Chicken Sambusa: Triangular, savory puff pastry with ground chicken and vegetables. They have a vegetarian and beef version as well that I didn't try. - Vitumbua (very dense coconut mini-pancake with vanilla flavor). Delicious dessert. Ambiance: This is primarily a takeaway place. It is small and bare-boned with only a few small tables and the kitchen clearly visible behind the counter. There are some African flags, bowls and photos to show cultural pride. Tip: Order in advance for pickup if you are in a rush. If you have time, order at the restaurant and they'll make most of the dishes by hand in front of you. They are only open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00AM to 5:00PM. Phone number: (510) 978-9495
akosioben
Absolutely delicious food! Great atmosphere and owner always has a smile for
First time eating here. I got the Chicken Curry rice bowl with the sides and hot sauce. It was so delicious!!! Amazing. And? Next time I’ll ask for less rice and more food on top. It was pretty rice heavy and wished I’d gotten twice as many greens. And weird - I only got one piece plantain, and? regardless- the my meal was amazing. Service was kind and friendly.Love this place!!!Welcome to West Oakland!! ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry Rice Bowl, Chapaci
Good food, sweet lady that owns the place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time trying this type of food and really enjoyed it! Very hearty servings and delicious. Great flavors in the veggies and stew! Plus they give you a lot of rice in the bowl and it soaks in ALL the flavors. They had a few small tables in front which we sat and ate on a Sunday afternoon. Very nice staff. Will be back to try the mondazi and other bowls.
So exited to find a Swahili restaurant in the Bay Area! Food is authentic and fabulous!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So glad I discovered this! Food was delicious, the people are friendly, and it's very cool to get some African vibe in the store, as well as in the bowl. Super close to my gym - Pacific Pipe. I'll be back. Often!
Food is solid. Enjoyed the chicken curry bowl. I only wish it had more greens and less chicken lol Customer service so nice! I got a complimentary sweet fried bread thing which was also delicious! I already inhaled that but now that I think about it, it would have been perfect dipped in chai tea.
Is this food from Tanzania or West Demopolis... the cultural links of this East African spot are unreal...Love the food, love the spot...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry Rice Bowl, Whole Fried Fish, Chips Kuku, Sambusa
I've lived in Oakland for 30 years and have eaten pretty much everywhere. The meal I had today from Swahili Spot is one of the best meals I've ever had, period. Plus, the owner is very friendly and helpful explaining the different dishes and spices. If you're up to explore something new, give Swahili Spot a try!
Great food. Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was so tasty and the service was top notch. I felt so welcomed and the background music truly reminded me of Tanzania. Will definitely go
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry Rice Bowl, Vegetarian Rice Bowl, Whole Fried Fish, Chips Kuku, Chapaci, Bongo Beef Rice Bowl, Sambusa
Restaurantji Recommends
authentic taste of Tanzanian and East African
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Whole Fried Fish, Chapaci, Sambusa
This food takes me back to Tanzania. Starting to become a weekly ritual for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, friendly owner, basic decor but we went for the food and were impressed. We will be going back or finding their food truck.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Curry Rice Bowl
Food: Primarily Tanzanian but also food from surrounding East African countries. I lived in Uganda for a summer which borders Tanzania and can say the food is legit. Immigrant owned and operated. Recommended Food: - The Rolex: Omelette wrapped in chapati with veggies and hot sauce. This is a street food found all around East Africa. - Chicken Sambusa: Triangular, savory puff pastry with ground chicken and vegetables. They have a vegetarian and beef version as well that I didn't try. - Vitumbua (very dense coconut mini-pancake with vanilla flavor). Delicious dessert. Ambiance: This is primarily a takeaway place. It is small and bare-boned with only a few small tables and the kitchen clearly visible behind the counter. There are some African flags, bowls and photos to show cultural pride. Tip: Order in advance for pickup if you are in a rush. If you have time, order at the restaurant and they'll make most of the dishes by hand in front of you. They are only open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00AM to 5:00PM. Phone number: (510) 978-9495
Absolutely delicious food! Great atmosphere and owner always has a smile for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5