Colorful African spices and ingredients
Des Moines · Authentic African Cuisine

Every bite takes you
home to Africa

From the slow-simmered stews of West Africa to the smoky grilled meats of the South, we bring continental flavors to your table — made fresh, made with love, made for Des Moines.

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Our Story

Born from a love of
what home tastes like

Taste of Africa started with a simple question: why is there no place in Des Moines where you can sit down and taste the real flavors of the African continent? Not fusion, not interpretation — the honest, hearty, deeply flavorful dishes that families have been making for generations.

Our kitchen draws from recipes passed down through families across West, East, and Southern Africa. Every stew is slow-simmered. Every spice blend is ground fresh. We source the best local ingredients and pair them with imported spices that bring authenticity to every dish.

When you eat with us, you're not just having a meal — you're sharing in a tradition that stretches across a entire continent. And that's something worth savoring.

Chef preparing African cuisine in the kitchen
The Experience

More Than a Meal

From the moment you walk in, you'll feel the warmth — the colors, the aromas, the energy of a space designed to make you feel at home.

Rich Heritage

Recipes rooted in tradition, honoring the culinary stories of Africa's diverse regions.

Fresh Ingredients

Locally sourced produce paired with authentic imported spices for unmatched flavor.

Warm Hospitality

A welcoming space where every guest is treated like family — because that's the African way.

Dine In or Takeout

Enjoy the atmosphere in our restaurant or take the flavors home — your choice, your way.

African dining table setting
Colorful African spices at market
Grilling African meats over open flame
Festive African food spread
Visit Us

Come taste the
difference

Location

2500 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy
Des Moines, IA 50310-6166

Hours

Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Send Us a Message

Have a question, want to plan a catering event, or just say hello? We'd love to hear from you.

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