Aduke African Cuisine on Pico is a vibrant spot serving up hearty Nigerian dishes like jollof rice and egusi, perfect for communal dining and flavorful exploration.
6118 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035 Get directions
"The restaurant itself is named for chef/owner Aduke Oluwafunmilayo Oyetibo, who moved to the States six years ago but only opened her restaurant in March. The food, from the pounded yam fufu to the okra stew known as ila alasepo, is both interesting and abundant in flavor, leading diners on a walking path through greens, spice, and a whole country’s worth of textures. The restaurant is a meandering kind of place, with dishes taking their time to emerge from the kitchen, but that just leads to friendliness among the 13 tables, and a sense that community here is just as important as the jollof rice." - Farley Elliott
"It started as as a catering company, but now Aduke African Cuisine has a fantastic full-service restaurant at Pico and La Cienega. The menu is composed of traditional Nigerian food - jollof rice combos, yam porridge, and a whole section of African soups. The pumpkin seed-based egusi is our favorite, but no matter which soup you order, get a side of fufu to go along with it. It’s basically a giant ball of boiled yuca flour, and the ideal dipping device for the spicy and fragrant egusi. The portions are quite large here, so make sure you bring some friends and coworkers." - Brant Cox
