African BBQ House
Steakhouse & Grill

African BBQ House

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ABOUT

This steakhouse and grill in the Carling Avenue area specializes in African-inspired barbecue with a focus on grilled meats and straightforward preparations. The menu includes vegetarian options alongside its primary offerings, and the casual dining space features sports TV for watching games. Pricing is moderate, making it accessible for weeknight dinners or group gatherings.

HOURS

Sunday (today) 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Monday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

β™Ώ Accessibility
βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible entrance βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible seating βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot βœ“ Wheelchair-accessible washroom
🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in βœ“ Takeout
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Brunch βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Groups
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Vegetarian options
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Brunch βœ“ Lunch βœ“ Dinner
🏠 Amenities
βœ“ Washroom βœ“ Sports TV
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Families βœ“ Groups
πŸ“… Planning
βœ“ Accepts reservations
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards βœ“ NFC mobile payments
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking
βœ“ Free parking lot βœ“ Free street parking

REVIEWS

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Matt Skinner
January 27, 2026
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We walk by this place all the time on the way to Cineplex and it always smells so good. They BBQ on charcoal and you can smell it a block away, it makes me hungry every time. We finally tried it today and the chicken is delicious. The fries are crispy and hot. The $9.99 weekday lunch special is a lot of food, it’s a great value. They served the spicy sauce on the side. It’s great and flavorful. Not too spicy. I dipped my fries in it too. We’ll definitely be back.

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Aveen Khurshid
January 12, 2026
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This was my first time trying African BBQ, and I was very impressed. I ordered the chicken skewers platter, which came with jollof rice, a chef salad, and fried plantains. The portions were generous, everything was flavorful and and I truly enjoyed the meal. I will definitely be going back, and I was also happy to see that their food is halal.

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Laura Balanger
December 6, 2025
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I came in and ordered the quarter chicken leg combo, and let me tell you it tasted amazing. I had read the previous reviews, but decided to take a chance as I like to support local restaurants and it blew my mind! The service was great with very friendly workers and the food was better than what I expected. If you’re in Ottawa, I would recommend giving African Bbq house a try, you won’t be disappointed!!

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Furqan Haq
January 28, 2025
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Don’t waste your time and money. Horrible service and food quality. Beef skewers were very dry and hard. We couldn’t even eat them. Rice were chalky and undercooked. Service was extremely slow. The plates they gave were tiny. Fries had no seasons and were cold. The chicken leg was pink and chewy. The guy even got out order wrong. We ordered a family pack with 4 chicken and 2 beef skewers and we got all beef.

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Hani Saad
July 6, 2024
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It was delicious. I ordered the chef special. My daughter ordered three skewers and the owner was so nice. He offered us free drinks.

The lamb skewers were a bit overcooked! Next time we go there I want to try the grilled fish.🐟

The owners Moussa & Richard are always a pleasure to see at the store and chat withπŸ™Œ

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Ashley
June 30, 2024
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Such a hidden gem!!!! Delicious food at a very reasonable price.

Chicken skewers – 10/10!! Flavourful and juicy
Beef skewers (not pictured) – 5/10, was pretty dry, although flavourful
Fries (not pictured) – 15/10! Hot and fresh
Salad – 10/10! I can eat it every day
Plantain – 9/10. Hot and crispy
Rice -6/10. Spicy and good but not as good as the other dishes. Would probably replace it with fries in the future.

Got the family meal and split it with 5 people and we couldn’t finished. It came to less than $15 each after tax. So worth it. Will try the beef skewers next time.

Great sitting area and nice service.

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3001 Carling Avenue
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πŸ₯— Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
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Confirmed Accessible
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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