GeGe's Cuisine

Nice staff, clean premises, fresh food but not very flavorful or warm. I would have liked more spice. I felt the middle eastern but I didn’t get the Caribbean vibe. Order at register, collect food, seat self, and clean up after self. Would have liked more customer service. I liked the fact the writings on wall shared health benefits of different herbs and spices. We couldn’t decide on what to eat so we ordered different sides to try different things.

You can definitely sit in there and have a quick lunch, but it's more like a takeout spot with really good Haitian food. You have to try it. The griot was cooked perfect. So tender and not overcooked one bit. I always ask for more griot sauce and the spicy cabbage. The jerk chicken with the rice and beans is also really good with the fried plantains! I will add pictures now.

I drove 1hr to get to this place and it was well worth it. The lady that took my order was beautiful and kind. I ordered the mushroom rice with chicken it came with plantains. My wife ordered the vegan option a “falafel pocket”. The homemade lemonade and watermelon juice were delicious and refreshing. I’m from the Dominican Republic where my taste pallet is savory types of food I can handle spicy food but I’m not a big fad fan of it. I like saltier foods and the food we got here was delicious. My wife is central American her pallet is savory and slightly spicy she loves vegetables and she found the food good as well. So definitely come and try this food it’s worth it. Cornbread was great too. 😋

Nzuko doesn’t disappoint! The food is delicious, fresh and flavorful. Never been sorry about anything I’ve ordered here and they have a pretty extensive vegetarian/vegan menu. They have multiple options for gluten free, too. I love that they have so many tofu options along with the meat!

I ordered the jerk chicken with black rice with mushroom in it and I got Black rice with green peas which was tasty but the order was wrong(idk if it was a language barrier) they also forgot my salad that came with it, I did ask for it and they they gave me to me. Don’t get me wrong the food was very flavorful but to much sauce not enough rice and WAYYY to expensive for the portion. I would give the overall experience 3 1/2 starts.

We decided to try some lunch at this gem after a walk at Garden in The Woods (which is lovely by the way). My kids loved the grilled cheese and fruit bowl. I tried the Nzuko chicken with mushroom rice- yum! It was delicious! The staff was really nice and the decor is fun and different! The smoothies, soups, cornbread and wraps all sound amazing and I look forward to having the opportunity to eat there again.

Sky high prices and lack of communication to customers on their website being able to make an informed decision. I had porous-ed their website before going to the venue and it would have been nice to know that lunch prices weren't accepted on Sundays as it was listed NOWHERE on the menu and the price point for lunches is one of the reasons we went there in the first place. We wanted to order lunch portions of our meals and we were told that they don't do the lunch prices on Sunday, even though it was on their menu listed as an available price with no side notes. There was also nothing listed on their website stating that lunch prices weren't valid on Sundays. Very misleading and almost criminal if you ask me. In addition, they had a payment app that required you to pay for your tips up front (??) after not even knowing what the service would be like which was basically self service. Very strange set up/atmosphere. We paid over $80 for a salad, a cup of soup, a sandwich, a small humus platter, and two main dishes, including tip (again, paid up front). Really CRAZY prices for lunch. We drove from Hudson and picked this spot as half way between Logan where we were dropping off our mother and Jamaica Plain where my brother lives. The food was pretty good. Not wow, but fresh. For the price, I expected to have a larger portion of hummus. The hummus was very good and the vegetables served with it were very crisp and fresh. The salad my mom got was very fresh. The jerk chicken was good but nothing like the real stuff. The coconut cake was knock your socks off fabulous, decadent, just a touch of sweet though...really nice fresh whipped cream. Will not be going here again. Prices were WAY WAY too high. WAY too high. Did I say that enough? HIGH PRICES!

I was disappointed not to find my favorite soup on January 1st in Haiti. Unfortunately, I can’t support that, and I feel that the price of $21–$40 was too high. I don’t recommend this place, but I don’t think it’s fair to judge all Haitians based on this experience—not everyone knows how to cook well.

Food is flavorful and delicious. The jerk chicken was amazing - I recommend the mushroom rice as the side. The plastic forks and spoons though need a major upgrade - I've never use anything of such poor quality. They easily bend and ruin the meal experience. I'll still be back and hopefully they'll have better silverware.

This was such a gem to find and definitely cannot wait to try again! As you can see from the pic , it's a take out type place, nothing fancy. But very clean looking environment! Service: simple , friendly, homie vibe Food: The homemade lemonade very tasty. I'm usually an ice person, and def didn't need ice. I even stored it in the fridge and finished it the next day and was still good. The griot pork is a Haitian style dish ( I wasn't expected it to be fried or just didn't read lol).. I've never tried it before so I have no comparison but, listen , DELICIOUS! so well seasoned. Pork was a tad bit dry but I put that green lime sauce on it and made do. The spicy cabbage just blended the dish perfectly! Listen people if you can't handle spice don't get it and complain it's too spicy! The lamb dish was friend said it was amazing. -and I tried the lamb as well and could've devoured it too! Small plate big portions (or maybe it looks big cause the plate is so small) Price is on the high side but look at the meal- soo that's expected. I don't mind paying $$ for SEASONED food!

New Name, Same Delicious Food I had come here when it had its old name Nzuko Express. The owner has changed the name to GeGe's Cuisine: Authentic Haitian Food. The menu still has some of the same food options plus some new items. I had one of those: Tassot cabrit (fried goat in a classic Haitian pois sauce) and it was excellent. The rice and beans had a coconut flavor that was so good, the executive chef Laurette Ndukwe brought me a side to take home first my 5yo son who I think will love it! Looking forward to coming back with my family!

Delicious, unique flavors and healthy also. I really love this restaurant but it is little far for me so go once in awhile. Everyone is very welcoming here also.

Name change- now called GeGe's Have heard good things about this place. It was clean and quiet after lunch, but my salad took some time to prepare. It was okay with lettuce, fruit and olives. Maybe a cooked meal would have been better.

I loved this place but they have closed and never updated their Yelp page or their website. It's Haitian food now with a completely new menu.

We greatly underestimated this place. I've driven past it a ton of times and found it on yelp because I wanted some Caribbean food. Pulled up and was so surprised this was here. There wasn't anyone in the restaurant, at the time, so I was skeptical BUT after tasting their food, there is no reason to be skeptical. The food here is great! It's a clean facility and good service. They have options for people with gluten free, dairy free and vegan food restrictions. Food was hot, flavorful and reasonable pricing. The food is a fusion of Mediterranean and Caribbean (sounds confusing as first but it made since once my plate was in front of me). We got the jerk chicken dinner and vegan delight plate. Both delicious We will be back to try more entrees from here.

Food was very good. Good selection of vegan food and the portions are large. Quick service and convenient location.

Some of the best vegetarian options, love their spicy falafel on pita or in a wrap. The falafel burger is also delicious, it just falls apart easily. The jerk tofu is amazing and spicy, and the nzuko tofu is less spicy and just as delicious. The platanos are cooked so well. Highly recommend getting a soup and lots of cornbread!

Very slow service. The food took a long time to prepare. We waited a long time. The people working there were pleasant.

First time customer. The service was great. They took the time to explain the dishes and substitutions available instead of rice. The presentation of the plates was nice - very vibrant. Larger plates would have been nice. The food was falling off the plate. Price is a bit up steep for a casual place. The lamb kabob was tough to chew - lots of fatty bits and muscle. Most of the other items on the plate were flavorful and healthy.

In a land surrounded by malls and chain restaurants, This restaurant is an oasis of freshly prepared food made fast. Not fast food. No. It is really good food made quickly and custom, It is located in one of those strip malls that is next to a Boston Market and across from McD's. You walk in and there are a few tables and a counter. No waiters and nobody greets you at the door. And, at that moment, your dreams of a good meal go out the door. Don't be discouraged. Walk up to the counter. You can place an order, or customize it. For example, I wanted salmon instead of chicken -- no problem. I like the Israeli style chopped salad. Of course, no problem. Anything you want adjusted. And, they take care of you. The food comes out quickly. Perhaps not as fast as the chicken in the warming tray at the chicken restaurant next door. But, this meal is tasty and fresh. The ingredients are top notch. And, don't miss the Moroccan Mint Iced Tea. Yummy.

The place is offering delivery and take out during covid. Got the chicken kabab dinner plate and Jerk chicken plate. Really tasty food. Will definitely go back to try other options on the menu. A nice small neat and clean spot in Framingham

Tried this place when I was in the area - timely service and quality Carribean food! I ordered the Jerk Chicken Plate - the vegetables and fried plantains were fresh. The chicken had delicious flavor, but was extremely spicy for my personal preference (I was not able to finish my meal due to this spice). The restaurant and bathrooms were extremely clean. The prices were reasonable considering the food portions and quality. Plenty of parking in their lot outside.

The service was good but I was disappointed with the food. The vegan entree options are nearly all tofu. Had the Caribbean jerk. The tofu itself was very bland and not cooked in an appealing way. The jerk sauce/gravy had a nice flavor in general but was incredibly salty as was the rice. The plantains were good and did help to offset the saltiness. The red velvet cake was delicious. Interesting that you are served on paper plates. Not terribly bad but they should double them.

All the chicken is amazing! My husband prefers the jerk chicken but I like the less spicy options. Vegan options aren't as tasty.

The spicy chicken and Lentil soup are so good. Definitely will come back again. Good service.

Good food. An interesting fusion concept supports a variety of menu items. Very nice interior. Clean and inviting. Sunday they don't do lunch, so we were forced into dinner portions and prices. I didn't find the portions to be worth the price. I love Mediterranean food, but I have so many other really good choices. I wouldn't come here for my pita, hummus or kebab fix. But it offers a unique twist on fusion. I recommend trying this place, simply for the fresh, healthy options that are hard to come by in the chain restaurant area of Natick.

absolutely incredible food! professional service, great place, will be coming back to try everything on the menu

I ordered a gluten free meal, called the restaurant to confirm. They still sent me a meal with bread in it. When I called them back they didn't care.

If you're looking for great Caribbean food in framingham this is the spot. The salmon is great, and the Fried Griot OMG is to die for.

What a pleasant surprise! I was stopping to grab a sandwich and noticed this place next to a franchise chicken place. It looked so pretty inside I immediately changed my mind. This is quick service so you order at the counter and your number is called. The curry chicken is delicious! Just enough heat and the sweet plantains are the perfect accompaniment to balance the spice. Ask for the homemade hot sauce if you want a little kick. I want seconds :)

The spicy falafel was very tasty. The whole-wheat wrap was cold as if it just came out of the refrigerator. I would still order it again. The air fry plantain was on a dry side. I'll try the regular fry plantain next time. Jerk chicken was moist and has a small kick of spice and not spicy which is good for me. I would say it's average. I had other jerk chicken in the south that I like better. Why 5 star? For the price and compare to other fast food in the area, this place would be my #1 choice.

We're on the Whole 30 diet and the menu was able to accommodate. Quaint little eatery, very clean. Great selection for the menu and non diary smoothies. I tried the Nzuko chicken and my wife got the Mediterranean salad. A lot of different spices. Very good.

So good! Got the spicy falafel pita, roasted veggies (onions and peppers), and the lamb platter with turmeric coconut rice. 10/10 would recommend; portions are perfect and we were both super full! No pictures - we dove in!

Pretty good good. Very good spicy falafel in Falafel very large portions and very filling wrap. I got the wrap with a side of hummus. Hummus came with three thin pieces of hummus (about 2" by 4" pieces) which was pretty disappointing. They might have been running out of ingredients. pita was very bad. I asked for more and got some cold/hard pieces. I think they were preparing for a large take out order and didn't give their in house costumers much attention. The extra pieces of pita (in picture) took about 20m to get.

Ther service is outstanding I was not sure what I wanted so they gave me every type of chicken to try which I found to be super nice. My wife had the salmon who she was a big fan of, and I had Yaya's chicken which has this crazy good coating that just goes so well with the slaw, plantains and rice, and veggies with seasoning is really good as well. The food and staff are A+ and there water is infused which I thought was a very nice touch. Some people note that the pricing is on the higher side, but I can tell you that I am good eater and was able to take my leftovers for lunch. 1) The food tastes just as good on the second day. 2) If you divide the dinner portion in two it becomes a lot more reasonable, and for the quality of food I think its very fairly priced. 3) This is unique cuisine to get and the fact someone was willing to introduce an alternative cuisine to the are should be applauded. Be aware: the food is addictive!

Cute little cafe! With great flavor! This place was so eclectic and cute. The decode was farmhouse modern. Not a huge place but big enough for 6 party's of 2 maybe m a bit more. The service was friendly. This is the kind of restaurant you order and then they call your number. Which works better when you have both take out and dine in. The system is the same instead of two separate lines. They have a wide selection food. Ranging for island Caribbean vibes to meditation vibes. I have gotten the curried tofu that came with rice and fried sweet plantains. It was so flavorful and just the right temperature! I finished my whole plate. My friend had gotten a salad with feta strawberries and walnuts. She enjoyed her salad just as much as I enjoyed my curry. We had also both got a tea. Mine was a hibiscus tea that had notes of turmeric and warmth. Not sure If was turmeric but it seemed like it. My friend had gotten green tea which was sweetened maybe with honey. They were both good. Overall I will totally go back and try their griot next!

These are just the nicest folks you'll encounter. They are so willing to answer asinine questions related to ingredients, and are quick and friendly beyond that. Everything is pretty speedy and the ingredients are always fresh. It's a little pricey for the strip-mall, but the quality of the food stands above the other spots in the area. Try the curry chicken and the yiayia chicken. The rice and beans are always a good side.

Delicious, fresh food! My husband always gets the jerk chicken. I wish the plantains were riper, but the jerk really is incredible!

They must've gotten a new cook ! because the mushroom rice taste like true Haitian rice it was delicious. I am so impressed with the griot wrap taste just like home cooked griot.

This restaurant always popped on Yelp while searching for nearby Mediterranean food. So finally decided to visit for dinner on a weekday. The tables were almost empty when we arrived. And the place is clean and well maintained. We placed order for curry chicken and nzuko chicken roll and the food arrived within few minutes. The taste is good, nice flavor. But wasn't very impressive. And the food portions was a little disappointing. Overall a good place to give it a try. But I wouldn't crave to visit this place.

My almost 18 yr old son came home with dinner from Nzuko. It was my first time. He got me the falafel burger. It was absolutely fantastic. There was a whole avocado on top of the falafel and the hummus was to die for. It was so flavorful. He got himself the lamb kebab with rice, pita and plantain. I have no words. The kebab was grilled to perfection and was so tender. So much taste in every little thing. . What I am going to say is : Eating Nzuko food tonight was so much fun.

Stopped in for lunch on Saturday with a friend - it had been on my list of places to try - and we were not disappointed. I had the tofu with Nzuko sauce ($11.95) - a tasty tomato and red wine based sauce, nicely-spiced but not hot, and it came with mushroom brown rice and plaintains. All of the food was delicious and beautifully presented on a small platter. I also got a cold ginger tea, made on site, with no sugar, which the cashier warned me was super gingery, and he wasn't kidding, quite a blast of spicy ginger flavor, but I liked it. My friend got a chicken wrap that he was quite happy with as well. Nzuko's menu reflects not only the African roots of the owner and chef, but Caribbean and Mediterranean cuisine as well. Jerk chicken, Haitian-style pork, curries, hummus and falafel, are just some of the items on the menu that tell you you're not at a bland chain restaurant. You order at the cash register, get a number, and when your number is called you pick it up at the counter that connects to the kitchen. The dining area is small and sparse, but clean and fine for a casual meal. This is exactly the same set up that The Big Fresh, which previously occupied this space, had before they relocated to Route 9 and then sadly, later closed. Nzuko is a wonderful successor to that legacy - fresh, healthy, inventive cuisine from a variety of cultures, and locally owned - a great addition to the Framingham dining scene and a relief from the many chain restaurants that clutter the Route 9 and Route 30 corridor

I don't write reviews often but felt it necessary on this one. We have not been to Nzuko in a couple of years. In the past we have liked it and thought they had good falafel. My husband was in the mood for falafel last night so we went there because it was convenient and we had had good experiences in the past. We ordered a hummus and falafel platter and an extra side salad falafel because we were sharing this for a light dinner. I don't know what they have done with their falafel recipe but when it came out it didn't even resemble a decent falafel. The whole texture was way off. It was gummy and not crispy on the outside at all. It was inedible. The hummus itself was just ok, and the coleslaw on the plate was just strange. There was also a pretty large heap of lettuce, tomato and cucumber. The cucumber didn't seem that fresh, no snap to it. Overall, the meal was very disappointing. We didn't end up eating it. We threw it away and went somewhere else for dinner! A total waste of money. Sorry Nzuko.

1st time customer- the jerked chicken and mushroom rice are fantastic!! Large portions as well. I highly recommend!

Excellent food, friendly staff, and fast service. Tons of veg and vegan options. I'll be back when out here in Framingham Natick

Wrong order was given it sad because I order the same thing last time and it was spot on. Not sure where the break down was but I was not able to enjoy my order because it was wrong. Too bad I'm 20 mins away and probably will never order from this establishment. It hard for vegans and when you mess up the order I gave to throw away the meal and water my money.

Love this food! So fresh, seasoned perfectly, and O.M.G. the chicken skewers are OUT OF THIS WORLD!! 10/10 would recommend.

Nzuko is on my list of places to try, so had lunch here. Ordered the Curry Chicken, which comes with rice and plantains. The chicken was thigh pieces and I was disappointed by the lack of tenderness. I think the meat was slightly overcooked here. However, the curry sauce has a nice consistency, it sticks to the meat. Because the curry here is constituted from powder, it does lack the full bodied, nuanced flavor of curry made from scratch. I did appreciate the coconut undertone of the sauce, which also lent some richness. Plantains are fried and add a nice sweet mushy starchy component that is fun to try alongside the chicken. The rice is brown rice with red beans. Nothing out of the ordinary with the rice, but serves as a needed filler. This reminds me a lot of my grandmother's curry in both form and taste. The food is good for what it is, Caribbean home cooking. I might return to try the Jerk Chicken or Nzuko chicken.

Favorite place in greater Boston area to eat. Great selection and you can almost taste the passion, love and dedication it takes to keep a place this good going. If you're not into spicy or vegan - TRY IT ANYWAY Take it from this meat eater, this place deserves your money more than mcdonalds and the price difference is negligible at lunchtime. Do it!

Found this restaurant out of the blue, and I'm so glad that I checked it out! Nzuko has a unique blend of Caribbean-Mediterranean cuisine, ranging from a Falafel salad with hummus to a Chicken plate with plantains and mushroom rice. They nailed it pretty well: spices were at the right amount, portion was just right, and great-quality ingredients were used to make the food. The Nzuko chicken was delicious! It consisted of a plate with chicken (marinated in Lolo's unique spicy blend), plantains, sweet potatoes, zucchinis, and mushroom rice. Unlike the name says, Lolo's unique spicy blend wasn't spicy in my opinion. Instead, it was sweet with a hint of tomatoes. I do think that they could have made it more spicy, or add some peppers to make the flavor more stand out. The chicken wings were great, but not the best I've had. Like previous reviews have indicated, the cornbread was the highlight of all! It was buttery, with a hint of ginger, not too sweet, and a bit crispy on the crumb. Absolutely recommended!

Great place and delicious food for Vegan and Non Vegan. Food flavors from Haiti and West Africa. Juicy curry wraps and grilled chicken is tasty and soft. Go for it.

I ordered a jerk chicken wrap and found a bone in the chicken, it was a tasty sandwich, but I wasn't super happy about that. I also ordered a side of fried plantains, they were just ok. They weren't very sweet and could have benefited with a lime wedge or some type of dip. Its super cute inside and the staff are very nice as others have mentioned. I would maybe try again if in the neighborhood, but not going to rush to it.

Hi, it's me again. As I said I would try something else and I did. I was far more impressed! I got the mango smoothie and omg if you love mango as much as me, this smoothie is straight up crushed mango amazingness... needless to say it's SO good. Jerk chicken plate - SOoOoO good! Now this is more like it. Spicy, flavorful, tender chicken, veggies are great and mushroom rice is awesome. Still expensive! but I feel better about this place now :)

Read good reviews so decided to try a couple of takeout meals. We ordered the jerk chicken dinner with "mushroom" rice, veg, and plantains; curry chicken with brown rice and beans, veg, plantains. The good: Jerk chicken had nice flavor (not crazy about the jerk sauce) Curry chicken was tender Mushroom rice had nice flavor and texture (altho no mushrooms) The meh: Peppers, onions, zucchini had no flavor The brown nice and beans had too much turmeric The coconut cake slice was too sweet The bad: Plantains were hard Willing to return to try other dishes like the lamb. May be better to eat there rather than takeout

Yes, Nzuko is a strange name for an American eatery in the time of Donald Trump. But my curiosity got the better of me and I finally went in today, and boy am I glad I did. First, the people in there are beautiful, helpful, and super nice. I was in the mood for a small snack on this finally warm day, and the smoothies were the perfect choice for what my body needs right now. I'm very excited to come back for the detox salad with polenta or hummus on top, or if I'm feeling naughty, something a little bit more powerful. I loved this place when it was Big Fresh Café, and the inside is still very inviting. I would say to you, if you are open to try something new, meet some nice people, and have fresh healthy food at a good price, this may be worth trying.

Got take out tonight eating here for the first time and we loved it! 10/10 on flavor, quality, generous portion size, store was super clean, and the guy working there was very friendly. Nzuko Chicken was delish, as was the chicken kebab, plantains had perfect texture, and the rices are excellent. Definitely adding this place to my go-to list :)

Great food, not too spicy! We had a few dishes, starting with spicy falafel as an appetizer. Very tasty, perfectly crunchy outside, and very different! Then on to our dinners. I had the jerk chicken while Trusaint had the salmon plate. Dinners come with a rice side and a pile of vegetables. We both got the mushroom rice which does not have mushrooms but mushrooms made into a flavoring. The rice was OK, the veggies very good, mixing them together was perfect. Great jerk sauce over very moist deboned chicken. Again, great flavor, but not so hot that the spice overpowers the dinner. And the plantains were crisp and delicious. Atmosphere is upscale lunch place rather than fancy dinner, but the prices are low enough to make everything a bargain. Service was outstanding! We will be back often!