African BBQ House
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African BBQ House

4.6 (654 reviews)
← Orléans
Dine-inTakeoutDelivery

ABOUT

This African restaurant in Orléans specializes in grilled meats and traditional dishes, with a focus on charcoal-fired barbecue. The casual dining space offers washroom facilities and consistently receives high marks for flavorful, well-prepared food at moderate prices. Diners appreciate the authentic preparations and generous portions.

HOURS

Sunday (today) 11:00 am - 9:45 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 - 11:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 11:45 pm
Saturday 11:00 am - 11:45 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

♿ Accessibility
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance ✓ Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout ✓ Delivery
⭐ Popular For
✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Groups
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Breakfast ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
🏠 Amenities
✓ Washroom
👥 Crowd
✓ Groups
📅 Planning
✓ Accepts reservations
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ NFC mobile payments
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free parking lot

REVIEWS

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Kimberley Givins
December 21, 2025
★★★★★

Tonight was mine and my husband’s first time ordering from here and we are very happy we did.
My mouth still has a slight burn as I am writing this.
We each had the chicken skewers, I had the mild flavor which was quite nice and my husband had African spice which packed a bit of a punch.
The Jolof rice was very tasty but also very spicy.
The plantains were cooked beautifully they had nice flavor and weren’t overly starchy.
We are very happy we finally ordered from here and we will continue to do so.

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Mia Carpenter
November 27, 2025
★★★★★

Five stars for African BBQ House! The Family Meat Combo, featuring chicken, jollof rice, and plantain, was absolutely amazing. The chicken was perfectly grilled—juicy, flavorful, and with that authentic charcoal taste. The sides complemented the meal perfectly, and everything was cooked to perfection. It’s a true crowd-pleaser and definitely worth a try. Highly recommend!

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Maskwa
October 17, 2025
★★★★★

Five stars for the African BBQ House! The Family Meat combo (chicken, jollof rice, and plantain) was amazing. The chicken was perfectly grilled and juicy, and the sides were flawlessly executed. Authentic charcoal flavour and a true crowd-pleaser. Highly recommend!”

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Sean Flynn
August 15, 2025
★★★★★

The OG location on Tompkins didn’t disappoint. Usually go to Dalhousie but was in the neighbourhood and figured I should pay my respects and glad I did. Dinner was 🔥 and absolutely delicious.

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Bhanu Sara
July 14, 2025
★★★★★

Wanted to eat only quarter chicken, ended up eating half in one sitting. It is that GOOD! Beautifully cooked and you can taste the delicious seasoning all the way through.

The service is super polite and they all seem to be such nice people! Great vibe!

I would recommend to do take out as the place is pretty hot for a dine in. Just take it home and enjoy the deliciousness in comfort 🙂

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385 Tompkins Avenue
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385 Tompkins AvenueOttawa, ON K1E 3H4
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🥗 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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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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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
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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