Best African Restaurants in Near North Side, Chicago
The 3 top-rated african restaurants in Near North Side, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is Nando's PERi-PERi (227 E Ontario St), with a flavor score of 85 out of 100 from 527 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews, and only restaurants with at least 100 ratings are ranked. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best African Restaurants across Chicago→- Ranked #1227 E Ontario St
Serves flame-grilled chicken marinated in Peri-Peri sauce, alongside a variety of sides and sauces in a fast-casual setting.
- Ranked #2931 N Orleans St
Serves authentic Somali cuisine with generous portions, featuring dishes like chicken suqaar, kay kay, and self-serve tea options.
- Ranked #31500 N Clybourn Ave Ste C106
Serves a variety of grilled chicken dishes accompanied by a selection of flavorful sauces and sides in a fast casual setting.
Scored, but not yet ranked
These 1 african restaurants in Near North Side, Chicagohave a flavor score, but we haven't read 100 diner ratings for them yet. Listed A–Z.
- Not yet ranked211 W Walton St
Serves Somali cuisine in a cafeteria-style setting with a variety of rice, meat, and vegetable options.