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Swahili Village

Kenyan / East African$$$East African

Authentic East African restaurant featuring traditional dishes from Ethiopia, Eritrea, Kenya, and Tanzania. Enjoy distinctive spice blends, injera, and other regional specialties in an atmosphere that honors East African culinary traditions.

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"Grilled goat meat, marinated in our secret spice blend and slow-cooked over an open flame. Served with ugali and sukuma wiki, it's the authentic taste of Nairobi's best street food."

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1990 M St NW, Washington, DC 20036
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Hours
Closed (11:00 AM – 2:00 AM)

Our Story

We bring the distinctive flavors of East Africa to your table, serving dishes that reflect the region's unique spice blends and cooking traditions. Our restaurant celebrates the culinary heritage of countries like Ethiopia, Eritrea, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Cultural Roots

East African cuisine is known for its use of spices like cardamom, cumin, and turmeric, as well as staple foods like injera, ugali, and chapati. Our dishes reflect the region's history of trade along the Swahili coast and the influence of Arab, Indian, and European cuisines. Food in East Africa is about sharing, community, and the rich flavors that define the region.

Special Features

Discover East African flavors with our injera, samosas, pilau, and nyama choma. We offer traditional coffee ceremonies, cultural events, and authentic dining experiences that showcase the depth and diversity of East African cuisine.

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1990 M St NW, Washington, DC 20036
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Address:
1990 M St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Hours:
Sunday:11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Monday:11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Tuesday:11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday:11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday:11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Friday:11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Saturday:11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

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