Mama Calabar in London is no fluke. De food justifies de name of this restaurant. Several Nigerian varieties & delights to choose from. All delicious & served fresh & steaming hot. Even local side chops like poof poof, chin chin, etc available. Located in a quiet neighbourhood, Hendon. Just about 250 metres to de train station. Furthermore, haven't seen a neater & well set up restaurant in recent times. Everything sparkling & in order (including de convenience. U can also peep into de kitchen & withness de same cleanliness & organisation. Chilled Nigerian lager present. Limited outdoor seating is available, especially for de revellers. Guess u know wat I mean!
The food was wholesome. But the decor is a little dated and atmosphere flat for a Saturday.
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So, this is my 1st Time in many years going to Mama Calabar.
I forgot to ask his name Front of house gentleman not sure if it was the owner was super nice, polite and welcoming. I took particular notice because most times when you go to African restaurants Customer service and been warm to customers is not a priority .He even helped with charging my phone and headphones and would even bring my phone when it rang like 5 x🤣
Restaurant was clean and air-conditioned so that was nice.
So food prep wait time wasn't long which is good
I ordered White rice egusi and fish and a bottled water i had puff puff as an appetizer dont judge me I was ravenous when I arrived and I did Suya takeaway as well. I ate the Suya layer in the evening and I think its worth the £13 Total of my food came up to 45.50
only reason I didn't give 5* is because the sauces is a bit on the steep side and the quantity the plain egusi is 7 pounds and the fish 15!! now if it were a whole fish I would understand.Mine came with 2 slices of fish I was too hungry to remember to take pictures.. In this Cost of living Crisis I feel customers should get more fish definitely..puff puff as well at 3.50 for 5 tiny balls.
I will definitely come again!!
It was my first time and the reception, ambience, and environment was beyond my expectation. I ordered multiple starters thinking they would be too small but turned out that they were large portions of each. The fufu was sizeable, but my mum couldn't finish it...smiles. The grilled fish was well-cooked, sauced, and dry. The waiter was so kind and helpful. The food reminded me of home, coincidentally it's our independence today. I will definitely visit again.
a very good place to enjoy your favourite african dishes. there was only one waiter on duty so the service was a little slow. the food was well portioned and presented and it tasted good.
Delicious meal, excellent customer service, lovely ambience. 😍
One of the best value mid range Nigerian Restaurants in London, would go again but unless you like lots of pepper say mild .....
Highly recommended
I ordered their food for a small family fet together, and we're not disappointed. The closest tube station is Hendon Central Underground Station.
The food is always well seasoned, waiters are friendly. This is my go to Nigerian restaurant when I fancy food from home.
Fantastic authentic food,was fresh too but portions a bit small for what I had but was tasty so will definitely go there again
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