Yumvillage
Caribbean restaurant · North End
6500 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
Highlights
Airy spot for Caribbean food like jollof rice, curry goat
Airy spot for Caribbean food like jollof rice, curry goat
"The Afro Caribbean spot Yum Village opened its doors in 2019." - Serena Maria Daniels
"Specializing in flavorful Afro Caribbean dishes served in the style of a grain bowl, Yum Village has become beloved for its jerk chicken, curry chicken, crisp and juicy suya fried chicken, and vegan akara (black eyed pea fritters) — all of which travel well in takeout orders. Protein options can also be built into a combo bowl with additions like maafe rice (flavored with West African peanut stew), fried ginger-curry chickpeas, sweet pepper salad, and West African jollof rice with tomato, garlic, and smoked peppers. A second location in West Village has also given east siders more options for fiery Afro Caribbean cuisine." - Serena Maria Daniels
"This food-truck-turned-brick-and-mortar restaurant features a menu of flavorful Afro-Caribbean dishes served in the style of a grain bowl with layers of rice, curry, protein, and vegetables. The menu features options like jerk chicken, curry chicken, suya fried chicken, and vegan akara (black-eyed pea fritters). The New Center location is open from 11 a.m. to midnight on Mondays." - Courtney Burk
"This laid-back, counter service restaurant in New Center incorporates West African flavors into its fried chicken recipe. The peanut-based suya dry rub gives the extra crispy skin a slightly spicy flavor while leaving the interior superbly tender. The chicken is served with a sweet pepper salad or occasionally over waffles." - Brenna Houck
"Lunch is made for meals in a bowl. In a rush? Take one to go. Prefer taking time in the restaurant and have the option to take the rest home? That’s easy for bowl-based entrees. Afro-Caribbean restaurant Yum Village gives guests a chance to customize their own bowl, which starts with jollof rice, choice of flavorful protein, and sides." - Serena Maria Daniels
