Looking for the best Jollof rice in the DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia)? We dug through menus, local reviews, and community chatter to find spots beloved by Nigerian, Ghanaian, Cameroonian, Senegalese, and broader West African diners. Here are ten places locals keep recommending—plus a quick reason each one made the list.
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Mansa Kunda (Takoma Park, MD)
A Gambian/West African restaurant with traditional Jollof rice on the menu and full Jollof plates available for delivery. Consistently praised for its balanced, flavorful Jollof—an easy go-to for weeknights. -
Koité Grill (Silver Spring, MD)
A Senegalese kitchen and former DC Jollof Festival winner. Known for authentic Senegalese-style Jollof (thieb roots) that sets the bar high in the DMV. -
Spice Kitchen West African Grill (Hyattsville & Bowie, MD + Food Truck)
A Nigerian-owned suya spot where Jollof rice is a star side or plate option across storefront and truck menus. Their smoky Jollof pairs perfectly with suya, making it a heavy favorite. -
Open Crumb (Washington, DC)
A beloved community restaurant offering hearty West African comfort food. Their Jollof plates are affordable, generous, and loved at the new H Street location as well as on delivery apps. -
Bukom Cafe (Adams Morgan, DC)
A longtime Ghanaian classic in DC. Their Jollof rice is served both as a side and in entrees, making it a great introduction to Ghana-style Jollof. -
Jolloff Etcetera (Hyattsville/Landover Hills, MD)
A Nigerian favorite offering Jollof plates with a variety of proteins and catering options. Known for generous portions and pairings like ata dindin, grilled fish, or suya. -
Kingsway (Laurel, MD)
A café/market with Jollof and classic Nigerian staples, available for dine-in and online ordering. It’s a one-stop shop for Jollof alongside meat pies, plantains, and more. -
Zion Kitchen (NE DC & Laurel, MD)
A no-frills Nigerian spot serving Jollof rice as part of their hearty plates and bulk trays. Flavorful, convenient, and spread across multiple locations. -
Hedzole (16th Street Heights, DC)
A modern, fast-casual Ghanaian restaurant offering creative bowls. Their oxtail Jollof bowl has even drawn raves from major press. -
Èkó House (Rockville, MD)
A Nigerian restaurant and lounge where Jollof is served as a side and in combo meals. Slightly spicy and crowd-pleasing, it’s perfect for both dinner and nightlife vibes.
