Best African Restaurants in Uptown, Chicago
The 5 top-rated african restaurants in Uptown, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is Michuu Ethiopian Restaurant (1023 W Wilson Ave), with a flavor score of 90 out of 100 from 273 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 #11023 W Wilson Ave
Serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine with a variety of dishes, including vegetarian options and traditional coffee service.
- Ranked #24801 N Broadway St
Serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine with a variety of dishes including sambussas, messob platters, and gluten-free options.
- Ranked #31363 W Wilson Ave
Serves authentic Ghanaian and West African cuisine, featuring dishes like fufu, jollof rice, and egusi stew.
- Ranked #44623 N Broadway
Serves a variety of Nigerian dishes, including jollof rice, egusi soup, and pounded yam in a cafeteria-style setup.
- Ranked #54447 N Broadway St
Serves traditional Nigerian cuisine featuring dishes like jollof rice, egusi soup, and pounded yam in a casual setting.