La Africana Cuisine
African

La Africana Cuisine

4.5 (247 reviews)
← Centretown
Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryCurbside pickup

ABOUT

This Centretown African restaurant offers authentic West African dishes in a casual setting at 252 Bank Street. Specializing in hearty, flavourful fare like jollof rice, grilled meats, and traditional stews, La Africana Cuisine provides genuine home cooking at moderate prices. The restaurant has earned strong customer loyalty, with diners consistently praising the generous portions and welcoming atmosphere.

HOURS

Sunday Closed
Monday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday (today) 10:30 am - 8:30 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout ✓ Delivery ✓ Curbside pickup
⭐ Popular For
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free parking lot ✓ Free street parking ✓ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

"
Cam Wolf
March 8, 2026
★☆☆☆☆

Very disappointing experience. I ordered the egusi soup and it was honestly disgusting. The whole dish had a strong smell like manure or spoiled food. I’m not a picky eater at all and enjoy trying different cuisines, but this was impossible to eat. I ended up throwing it away. Definitely not worth it.

"
S K
February 22, 2026
★★★★★

We were skeptical at first due to the mixed reviews but loved the food here. I and my husband had afang soup and poundo, it was 10/10. My little kids are picky eaters but enjoyed the ogbono soup and eba. We took assorted meat peppersoup, asun and abacha to go. You should also try the tigernut drink, very nice. We’ll be back here!
The staff are very friendly and respectful.
Good food and great customer service!

"
Nneka Ibekwe
January 31, 2026
★★★★★

I enjoyed the food I ate ! The service was excellent. I ate Oha soup and Poundo . It was delicious and heavenly. I was so ecstatic as I ate it . My mother’s Oha soup has been the best and this was just like it. I have no words to express how much I enjoyed it. I also ate moi moi and fried plantain. So good too . You can take away and also order online .

"
Pastor Austin Aimiokun
January 25, 2026
★★★★★

A Place You’ll Want to Come Back To
This is one of those places that just feels right. From the moment you step in, you’re welcomed with respect and genuine kindness. The service isn’t forced or rushed—it’s warm, patient, and professional, and you can tell they truly care about every guest.
The food is very tasty, well-prepared, and full of flavor. You can taste the effort and love in every dish. And the best part? It’s affordable. You leave satisfied, happy, and feeling like you got real value for your money.
What really stands out is how everyone is treated the same—no matter where you’re from. It’s a place that brings people together through good food and good service.
If you haven’t been here yet, don’t just take anyone’s word for it—come experience it yourself. You’ll understand why people keep coming back.

"
Temidayo Olawoye
December 1, 2025
★★☆☆☆

i used to order from this place RELIGIOUSLY. Their coconut rice & jollof was amazing. Recently the portions have gotten a little smaller but worst of all i received a coconut rice order that had completely gone off. It smelt rancid & it was inedible unfortunately. I took a break and ordered the same coconut rice. The smell was okay, but i noticed some grey and green rice grains in my portions and realized there were some parts that had gone off. i couldn’t not complete the meal and i am disappointed.

Write a Review

📍
252 Bank Street
VISIT WEBSITE →
🕙
📍
252 Bank StreetOttawa, ON K2P 1X4
🍽️
🏙️
🗺️ Get Directions
🔄 Data last verified Apr 2026 ✏️ Suggest a correction
Share
Reddit WhatsApp TikTok
From the Blog
Ottawa's Best African & Ethiopian Restaurants: A Local's Guide (2026) Eating in Centretown: Ottawa's Most Restaurant-Dense Neighbourhood (2026) Best Cheap Eats in Ottawa: Eating Well for Under $15 (2026)
Is this your restaurant?

Claim this listing to update your hours, photos, and details.

🏪 Claim This Listing - It's Free
🏳️ Know something about this place?

Help your community with things that aren't always listed online.

🥗 Dietary
☪️
Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
🌱
Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
🥦
Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
🌾
Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
✡️
Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
🌙
Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
🍺
Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
🍷
BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible entrance, seating, or washroom
🚪
Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
🤫
Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
🌿
Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
🎵
Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
🐾
Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
🧒
Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
🍸
Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
🥡
Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
🛵
Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
💵
Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
📝 Something wrong?

Incorrect hours, address, or info? Help us keep the directory accurate.

More in Centretown

Top-rated restaurants in the same neighbourhood

View all 118 →
Ibex Habesha Restaurant
★ 5.0 Restaurant
📍164 Laurier Avenue West
Pie Rogues
★ 5.0 Bakeries & Desserts
📍571 Gladstone Avenue
🍽️
Ottawa's ultimate fries food truck
★ 5.0 Restaurant
📍335 Lisgar Street
Lou Fast Food
★ 4.9 Burgers
📍Kent Street
Brew Donkey Tours
★ 4.9 Bars & Pubs
📍150 Elgin Street
Egyptian Corner
★ 4.9 Asian
📍1563 Bank Street
Also explore: All African restaurants → African in Centretown →