Khadija's Express cafe

East African restaurant · Roxbury

Khadija's Express cafe

East African restaurant · Roxbury

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1127 Harrison Ave, Roxbury, MA 02119

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Deria Express Cafe, a hidden gem in Boston, serves up authentic Somali dishes that will wow your taste buds, especially the goat with rice and vibrant spiced tea.  

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1127 Harrison Ave, Roxbury, MA 02119 Get directions

+1 617 708 1542

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Jul 6, 2025

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"This Somali restaurant’s entrance is located on the side of a brick building on Harrison Avenue that contains a furniture store and Mr. G’s Plaza. It’s easy to miss, but you won’t want to miss it. Go to Deria Express Cafe and try the goat with rice — and get it spicy." - Terrence Doyle

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Ahmed Nur

Google
One of the best and flavorful Somalian restaurant in Boston area

Bayden I.

Google
best somali food in boston!

Omar

Google
authentic somali food- it will WOW you. try a bite! Shareef Noor is the best cook

syed sherazi

Google
Awesome food and taste.try it worth it really

Antony Nguyen

Google
Atmosphere might be off but the smell of food and the actual food was amazing. Lamb shoulder and rice made me think this is a gem that needs to be discovered.

Kadar Adan

Google
The food is ok--not great, but good enough and its cheap. My issue with this place is the lack of basic professionalism. The staff are cold, slow, and prone to ignoring customers. Their posted business hours are incorrect. As others have noted, there's also issues with how well the place is maintained. The options for Somali food in Boston are limited so this place has a captive customer base to an extent, but I personally will not be going back. I don't need to spend my money at a place where they feel totally comfortable ignoring you when you're waiting at the counter to pay.

Yusuf Maghreb

Google
Great restaurant with authentic taste and vibes. This is the spot the local Somalis go to eat GOOD FOOD first and foremost. This is the epitome of mom and pop shop. All food is made to order fresh. Oh and did I mention that they have the best Halwa (Somali dessert treat) rivaling the infamous Halwa Kismayo from Minnesota.

Abdalla Abdi عبدالرزاق بن محمود

Google
I had a late lunch today and it was fantastic. They offer a plate dubbed "The Federation". I won't spoil it but it is my favorite. The spiced tea is one that would bring the Maharajah to tears. Grab a cup anytime, it will bring life to you.....-> update, it's even better now!

Jayne C.

Yelp
BEST Authentic Somali food I've had in Boston the rice and chicken platter was amazing and also had got the chapati taco with steak 10/10!!!!