Finding an African Restaurant in Melbourne
While Melbourne’s is the Food Capital, it can be incredibly hard to find a good and authentic African restaurant. While Melbourne has a vibrant African community with and intriguing diverse cuisine to match, most have a urbanized version which lacks the “motherland feel”. It’s especially hard to find food specific to a region. There are some establishments that have well-deserved reputation for being authentic and deliciously scrumptious – however these are far a few between.
With the turn of the of the century, there has been an influx of immigrants from all over African, bringing with them their culture, fashion and food. Unlike the UK and USA where the African Food Scene is established, Australia is still in its infancy stages. This has lead most African’s in Africa to simply settle for what is available particularly inner city neighborhoods of Fitzroy, or Dandenong to the south as well as the south-eastern suburb of Dandenong.
The African Calabash in Melbourne and is located in Footscray and is arguably one of the best african restaurant melbourne judging from the amount of repeat business they enjoy. Patrons will travel from all over Melbourne, some travelling from as far as Geelong to taste the Best Jollof Rice in Melbourne. The restaurant also has the best Egusi Soup with Pounded Yam in Melbourne.
West African Food is known for its moreish flavours, rich textures and healthy vegetable bases. At The African Calabash we pride themselves on serving up the most Authentic West African Food Experience in Melbourne. Every dish is wholesome, hearty and designed to take any African back to the motherland with a familiar warming comfort that reminds you of African home cooking.
The African Calabash also has crown favorites such as Attiéké with Fish and Pepper Soup.
If you are after wholesome food that reminds you of your mother’s cooking or are keen on trying new things, look no further, The African Calabash is the place to be.
“Food brings people together. It’s humans most basic need and one of life’s greatest pleasures. The ability to move people with food is my greatest pleasure and passion.” – Chef Joseph
The restaurant is also looking to expand to Catered Events & Festivals.
If you are looking for an Authentic African Restaurant in Melbourne, contact the team at The African Calabash on 03 94171803 or visit 143 Nicholson St, Footscray VIC 3011.
