Flavors Of East Africa

2302 El Cajon Blvd, 92104-1106 - San Diego
€€ African
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84/100
907 recommendations

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84/100
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907 total reviews
Tripadvisor
4.5/5
50 reviews
Google
4.5/5
625 reviews
Foursquare
3.5/5
31 reviews
Facebook
4.0/5
170 reviews
Uber eats
4.6/5
15 reviews
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🌳 Outdoor seating 🚚 Delivery 🥡 Takeout 🍽️ Dine-in 🍺 Alcohol 🍷 Wine 📅 Reservations Wheelchair accessible Accessible restroom 😊 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👥 Good for groups

💬 What people say

Jerk chicken 68 Saffron rice 56 Sambusas 51 Plantains 29 Collard greens 27 Farmers market 26 Coconut rice 22 Oxtail 21

Contact Information

📞 Phone: +1 619-955-8778
📍 Address: 2302 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego

🕐 Opening Hours

Closed Opens at 11:00 AM
Monday1 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday2 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday3 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Thursday4 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Friday5 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Saturday6 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Sunday7 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Google Reviews (10)

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Christopher Poole

2 weeks ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Victoria (staff) was super amazing Best African food I’ve had in a long long time. I’m from DC, and this place is better than most places back there. Plus the prices are great!
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Jared Butler

a month ago
★★★★★ 5/5
This place is GO TO! Absolutely 100% excellent. We've ordered so many times, and the food is incredible. My wife who spent her childhood and later early 20's in East Africa cannot praise them higher! Do yourself a favor and get some today. Yum!
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Levi Renninger

a month ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Whether it’s at their original location or at the street fairs/markets this company always produces! The food is very fresh and flavorful, it’s very hearty and you can tell it’s authentic in its roots, if you aren’t sure what to order just ask for their recommendations! Reasonably priced for such high quality food and protein amounts
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Ms. G

a month ago
★★★★★ 5/5
This spot is DELICIOUS!!! The aroma poring out of this tucked away hidden gem would make anyone's mouth water...I do remember sampling their booth at the Farmers Market Once upon a time. When I started doing lunch time deliveries from there I had the pleasure of being able to try one of the plates!! Compliments of the chef...👍 (Thank you Chef I appreciate you!! WOW WHAT A TREAT!!) Completely satisfied down to the last bite My plates seemed to be perfectly proportioned!! I Couldn't help but to "DANCE IN MY SEAT"..... it was "OFF THE CHAIN!" and YUMMY Scrumptious!! Truth is that the amazing flavors alone.... were....well....a 4 sure Party in my mouth!!!!) In my opinion Flavors of East Africa hold a Definite spot on the list of to top 10 "ABSOLUTELY MUST EXPERIENCE in San Diego!" I highly recommend to ALL near and far, Locals and Vacationers.. you won't be sorry you tried it and I'm pretty sure your mouth will love it also... Hope you Enjoy as much as I did and do... Cheers!!! God bless, Stay safe, and Be well... Ciao ☺️🌺🫶
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Haylee Jane Monteiro

2 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
You ordered food from here once before and remember how flavorful and decently spicy the food was so I had to get some when my family was visiting from India . They love extra spicy food and it's hard to find that here. Jerk Chicken (sweet & spicy) Absolutely Love the chicken here! It's soft and perfectly cooked and literally just falls off the bone. Really a delicious one. Perfect amount of sweet and spicy when you ask for the mixed.. Even the spicy is really good. I wouldn't mind either of those chickens to be honest! Ugali (mashed cornmeal) First time ordering the ugali and it was a pleasant surprise. It's actually quite plain on its own but with the chicken it goes really well! Good amount of portion on the ugali too. Wali (saffron rice with carrot, potatoes) This rice is really flavorful. The carrots and potatoes inside add a good amount of volume and texture to it. It's good on his phone or with the chicken! Chapati (flatbread) Was expecting a bigger piece of flatbread here but the chapati was quite small. I wouldn't recommend it If you're hoping for a good portion size from one of the carbohydrate sides. Would you recommend the rice or ugali instead. Overall really good food to order for delivery! Never tried the dining but I think the place looks more like a hole in the wall. But delivery is awesome.
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Rade Dostanic

3 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Great food! GREAAAAT! We got 4 different meats and 4 different sides and everything was amazing! Will be my place from now.
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Keskim Shillingford

3 months ago
★★★★☆ 4/5
Great food... with an East African flare. Parking is tough but most people use the gas station next door.
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Annie Smith

4 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
The smell of the Flavors of East Africa pop up at the Ocean Beach Farmers Market drew me in & the long-but-quick-moving line assured me that the taste would be just as good. I had the medium sweet jerk chicken plate with plantains, saffron rice & curried lentils. It was all delicious, but I will be dreaming about those plantains for a long time to come! Plenty of vegetarian options. Big portions - the medium was enough for two meals. Reasonably priced. Highly recommend!
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Alisson Sales

4 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Simple and welcoming place located at the El Cajon boulevard in SD. This is one of my favorite places to go and grab a bite for a cheap price and a lot of delicious food! Not a fancy restaurant at all but the place has a unique and good vibe that makes your feel comfortable. I like the African songs they play in the background! They have combos menu and also separate dishes with a fair price. I always ask for a Jerk Sweet Chicken which cocoon rice and Greens. I also have tried the Sambusas and Goat Curry dish once and they were both amazing!! Service is always good! I highly recommend this place for sure.
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Ade William

5 months ago
★★★★★ 5/5
Really delicious Kenyan food. Portions are huge and flavor is strong & yummy.
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