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
- ChòpnBlọk (Montrose) — 🟢🟢
- Taste of Nigeria (Galleria/Uptown) — 🟢🟢
- Aria Suya Kitchen (Westheimer) — 🟢🟢
The List — Houston, Texas, USA
🟢🟢 (Excellent; worth a detour)
1) ChòpnBlọk — Montrose
Address: 507 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
Website/IG: chopnblok.co • @chopnblok_
Phone: (832) 962-4500 • Reservations: via website
Hours: Sun–Wed 11am–9pm; Thu–Sat 11am–10pm
Price: $$–$$$
Style: Modern Nigerian/West African, chef-driven
Must-tries: Suya beef with yaji, jollof bowls, red stew plates
Vibe: Lively, design-forward dining room with bar program
Dietary: Vegetarian-friendly options
Badges: 🌱 Newcomer to Watch
Verified: September 2025
2) Taste of Nigeria — Galleria/Uptown
Address: 5959 Richmond Ave, Ste 160, Houston, TX 77057
Website/IG: tasteofnigeria.us • @tasteofnigeriatx
Price: $$
Style: Home-style Nigerian classics
Must-tries: Egusi with pounded yam, banga soup, firewood-style jollof
Vibe: Family-friendly; large menu and late hours on weekends
Dietary: Vegetarian-friendly stews
Badges: 🏅 Legacy Kitchen
Verified: September 2025
3) Aria Suya Kitchen — Westheimer
Address: 6357 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77057
Website/IG: ariasuyakitchen.com • @ariasuyakitchen
Phone: (832) 831-4372
Hours: Tue–Thu 11:30am–8:30pm; Fri–Sat 11:30am–9:30pm; Sun 1pm–6pm
Price: $$
Style: Suya-centered, fast-casual to lounge vibe
Must-tries: Suya bowls, okra seafood soup & fufu, plantain sides
Vibe: Quick service, modern counter space
Dietary: Ask for halal/veg options
Badges: 🌍 Regional Champion
Verified: September 2025
🟢 (Very good in its category)
4) Café Abuja — West Oaks/Westheimer
Address: 15015 Westheimer Rd, Ste C, Houston, TX 77082
Website/IG: cafeabuja.com • @cafeabuja
Price: $$
Style: Classic Nigerian favorites
Must-tries: Goat pepper soup, egusi, abacha, gizdodo
Vibe: Cozy, family-run
Badges: —
Verified: September 2025
5) Amala Zone — Westheimer @ Hwy 6
Address: 14815 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77082
Website/IG: amalazone1.com • @AmalaZone1
Price: $–$$
Style: Bukka-style plates with emphasis on amala and stews
Must-tries: Amala with ewedu & gbegiri, efo riro, jollof
Vibe: Casual, spacious dining room
Badges: —
Verified: September 2025
6) Amala Joint — Hwy 6 S (Alief/Sugar Land edge)
Address: 6271 Highway 6 S, Houston, TX 77083
Website/IG: amalajoint.com • @amalajoint18
Price: $–$$
Style: Traditional Nigerian daily specials
Must-tries: Amala combos, assorted meats, suya (check availability)
Vibe: Straightforward, community staple
Badges: —
Verified: September 2025
7) Wazobia African Market & Kitchen — Two Locations
- Westheimer: 16203 Westheimer Rd, Ste 106, Houston, TX 77082
- Beechnut: 10828–10834 Beechnut St, Houston, TX 77072
Website/IG: wazobia.market • @wazobiaafricanmarket
Price: $
Style: Market + hot kitchen trays
Must-tries: Party jollof, stews by the tray, small chops
Vibe: Market bustle; takeaway-friendly
Badges: 🥣 Pepper Soup Selection (value)
Verified: September 2025
🔥 Street Food Gems (Suya / Fast-Casual / Nearby)
8) Suya Outpost — Humble (Greater Houston)
Address: 9502 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Ste 114, Humble, TX 77396
Website/IG: suyaoutpost.com • @suyaoutpost
Price: $
Specialties: Build-your-own bowls, suya-spiced proteins, meat-pie-style empanadas
Vibe: Quick counter-service; modern branding
Badges: 🌱 Newcomer to Watch • 🔥 Street Food Gem
Verified: September 2025
🗺️ Map & Planning
Interactive Map (embed):
Neighborhood clusters (quick guide):
- Montrose: Design-forward dining & late evenings (ChòpnBlọk)
- Galleria/Uptown & Westheimer corridor: Multiple Nigerian staples (Taste of Nigeria, Aria Suya)
- Alief/Chinatown/West Oaks: Classic bukka-style spots & markets (Café Abuja, Amala Zone, Amala Joint, Wazobia)
- Greater Houston (North/East): Emerging fast-casual (Suya Outpost, Humble)
When to go:
- Peak: Fri–Sun evenings; consider reservations for Montrose
- Lunch value: Tray combos & weekday specials (🥣 Pepper Soup Selection)
- Late night: Some kitchens near Galleria/Uptown run later on weekends
Groups & catering:
- Many venues offer party trays (jollof, suya, moi-moi, stews).
- For pounded yam or specialty soups, call ahead to confirm availability.
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 Montrose’s modern plates to Westheimer’s suya houses and Alief’s bukka-style staples, Houston is one of America’s strongest cities for Nigerian cuisine. If we missed your favorite spot, send us the details—this guide improves with community input.
