About
The African Calabash

The “Calabash” is a dried and hollowed out bottle gourds, it is predominantly used for kitchen utensils such as bowls, cups, bottles and other food containers. 
“The African Calabash” was inspired by this simple African kitchen utensil that has been used to serve wholesome home cooked meals to families across the continent for centuries.
Our mission is serve up the most authentic West African Food experience bursting with flavor, culture & colours.

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step”

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.
Looking forward to meeting our regulars and making new ones. A place to call home and bond over sumptuous meals.

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reminds you of your mother’s cooking

Bursting with flavor,
culture & colours.

We love food. It’s our passion. We want to invite you to expand culinary repertoire and explore some of the best dishes from across the African continent.

This Is Our Passion

Everything in our menu is locally sourced and made fresh. We believe that great food brings people together. Every dish is made to bring the best flavours and colours from all over the continent.

Bringing an African Culinary Experience

The African continent has undoubtedly some of the most unique dining experiences. Filled with amazing colours, flavours at The African Calabash our menu, ethos and hospitality embody the collective African spirit that has spanned generations of wholesome cooking. 

Authentic West African Restaurant in the Heart of Footscray Melbourne.

Drop in for a visit or call us to place an an order or booking – you’re in very good hands!

ElShaddai African Cuisine Melbourne

At El-Shaddai we pride ourselves in serving up the most Authentic West African Food Experience in Sydney and Melbourne.

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