About this guide: The Nigeria234 Guide is an independent, annually updated list highlighting standout Nigerian restaurants across Nigeria and the diaspora. Selections are based on consistency, culinary craft, service, value, and cultural authenticity.
Contact the Guide Team: restaurants@nigeria234.com • WhatsApp: +1 929 743 4755
Ratings
- 🟢🟢🟢 — destination-worthy Nigerian cooking; worth a special trip
- 🟢🟢 — excellent cooking; worth a detour
- 🟢 — very good Nigerian cooking in its category
Badges
- 🥣 Pepper Soup Selection — outstanding value
- 🔥 Street Food Gem — bukka/suya/food-truck excellence
- 🌱 Newcomer to Watch — opened in the last 18 months
- 🏅 Legacy Kitchen — 10+ years serving the community
- 🌍 Regional Champion — notable regional focus (Yoruba/Igbo/Delta/Calabar)
Editor’s Picks
- BUKA New York — 🟢🟢
- Radio Kwara — 🟢🟢
- Lagos TSQ — 🟢🟢
The List — New York City, New York, USA
🟢🟢 (Excellent; worth a detour)
1) BUKA New York — Clinton Hill, Brooklyn
Address: 1111 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Website/IG: bukanewyork.com
Phone: — • Reservations: —
Hours: —
Price: $$
Style: Home-style classics
Must-tries: Egusi & pounded yam, pepper soup, suya
Vibe: Cozy, community favorite
Dietary: Vegetarian-friendly stews
Badges: 🏅 Legacy Kitchen
Verified: September 2025
2) Radio Kwara — Clinton Hill, Brooklyn
Address: 291 Greene Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Website/IG: radiokwarabk.com
Phone: — • Reservations: via Resy (site)
Hours: —
Price: $$$
Style: Modern Nigerian, chef-driven
Must-tries: Goat pepper soup, agege bread plates, suya-spiced dishes
Vibe: Intimate, polished
Dietary: Ask for vegetarian options
Badges: 🌍 Regional Champion
Verified: September 2025
3) Lagos TSQ — Times Square, Manhattan
Address: 727 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Website/IG: lagosnyc.com
Phone: — • Reservations: —
Hours: —
Price: $$$
Style: Nigerian-led West African fusion, lounge vibe
Must-tries: Suya platters, jollof/fried rice, moi-moi
Vibe: Stylish, nightlife-forward
Dietary: —
Badges: —
Verified: September 2025
4) Native Restaurant & Lounge — Harlem, Manhattan
Address: 2319 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10027
Website/IG: native125th.com • @native125th
Phone: — • Reservations: —
Hours: —
Price: $$$
Style: Modern Nigerian
Must-tries: Suya, contemporary takes on classic soups, cocktails
Vibe: Lively, music & shows
Dietary: —
Badges: 🌱 Newcomer to Watch
Verified: September 2025
🟢 (Very good in its category)
5) Brooklyn Suya — Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Address: 717 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Website/IG: brooklynsuya.com • @brooklynsuya
Price: $
Style: Fast-casual, suya bowls
Must-tries: Beef suya bowl, plantain
Vibe: Quick, modern counter-service
Badges: 🔥 Street Food Gem
Verified: September 2025
6) Festac NYC (Restaurant & Lounge) — East New York, Brooklyn
Address: 263 Hendrix St, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Website/IG: @FestacNYCInc
Price: $$
Style: Party plates & small chops
Must-tries: Jollof, egusi, asun
Vibe: Energetic, events & DJs
Badges: —
Verified: September 2025
7) Divine Flavored Catering — Prospect Heights, Brooklyn
Address: 992 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Website/IG: divineflavoredcatering.com
Price: $$
Style: Caterer + takeaway trays
Must-tries: Moi-moi, pounded yam & egusi, party platters
Vibe: Practical, event-ready
Badges: 🏅 Legacy Kitchen
Verified: September 2025
8) Eko Suya Spot — Wakefield, Bronx
Address: 3678 White Plains Rd, Bronx, NY 10467
Website/IG: ekosuyaspot.com
Price: $
Style: Suya house
Must-tries: Suya platters, grilled meats
Vibe: Casual, late-night cravings
Badges: 🔥 Street Food Gem
Verified: September 2025
9) Nneji — Astoria, Queens
Address: 32-20 34th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106
Website/IG: — (active on major directories)
Price: $$
Style: Nigerian-led West African kitchen
Must-tries: Egusi, peanut/yassa-style soups, fonio
Vibe: Small, takeout-friendly
Badges: —
Verified: September 2025
🔥 Street Food Gems (Suya / Trucks / Pop-ups)
10) DF Nigerian Food Truck & Carts — Mobile, citywide
Location: Often Midtown East/UN area; check IG for live pin
Website/IG: @dfnigerianfoodtruck
Price: $
Specialties: Jollof, fufu, suya, grilled fish
Vibe: Street-style, quick service
Verified: September 2025
🗺️ Map & Planning
Interactive Map (embed):
Neighborhood clusters (quick guide):
- Clinton Hill/Fort Greene (BK): Cozy sit-downs, chef-driven spots
- Crown Heights/Bed-Stuy (BK): Fast-casual suya bowls, classic trays
- Harlem (MN): Modern lounges & nightlife
- Bronx North: Suya specialists & takeout favorites
When to go:
- Peak: Fri–Sun evenings; consider reservations where available
- Lunch value: Weekday specials & tray combos (🥣 Pepper Soup Selection)
- Late night: Lounge-style kitchens and suya houses serve late
Groups & catering:
- Many venues offer party trays (jollof, suya, moi-moi, stews).
- For pounded yam or special orders, call ahead.
Corrections & updates:
Spotted a closure, new opening, or a detail to fix? Contact the Nigeria234 Guide:
📩 restaurants@nigeria234.com • 💬 WhatsApp: +1 929 743 4755
How We Choose (Nigeria234 Guide Methodology)
- Scope: Nigerian restaurants in Nigeria and worldwide, plus Nigerian-led West African menus.
- Evaluation: Taste & technique, consistency, cultural authenticity, service, value, and overall experience.
- Verification: We confirm active address, hours, and a live web or social presence before listing.
- Independence: Listings are not for sale. Sponsorships/ads never influence selection or rating.
- Update Cycle: Major update annually (Q4) with mid-year addenda for openings/closures.
- Corrections: We welcome factual updates from readers, chefs, and owners.
For Owners & Chefs
Want to be considered for the Nigeria234 Guide or update your details?
📩 Email: restaurants@nigeria234.com
💬 WhatsApp: +1 929 743 4755
Please include:
- Restaurant name & owner/chef
- Full address and neighborhood
- Website/Instagram + phone
- Hours & reservation link (if any)
- Menu link (or top 5 dishes) & price range
- Dietary notes (halal/veg) and any badges you believe apply
Final Word
From bukka classics to modern Lagos-style lounges, New York City offers a full spectrum of Nigerian flavors. If we missed your favorite spot, tell us — this guide improves with community input.
