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Cuisine Guide
Discover handpicked African restaurants in Central London, with what to order first at each place.
Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
African by neighbourhood
3 restaurants
West African Fine Dining · £££ · Fitzrovia
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Smoked Jollof Rice
Regarded as having a 'sacred status' with an 'intense applewood smoke aroma,' critics praise the version served with crispy puffed rice for its deep umami stock and 'intense smokey flavour.'
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
North African / Middle Eastern · £££ · Covent Garden
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Cauliflower Jaffa
Described as deep-fried and scattered with a coriander-laced tomato salsa, critics say it is 'enough to gladden any meat-avoider’s heart.'
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.
Spanish / North African · £££ · Clerkenwell
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Wood-Roasted Pork
Described as a dish 'you find yourself pining for later,' it is a masterclass in the wood-fired style, often served with braised peas and jamón.
Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.