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Serves authentic Ghanaian and West African cuisine, featuring dishes like fufu, jollof rice, and egusi stew.
Ranked #3 out of 5 African restaurants in Uptown, Chicago
#1 of 24 Rice & Grain Dishes in the area
Waakye features flavorful rice and beans, complemented by spicy shitto and generous servings, bringing back memories of home.
Benny's notes: The flavorful fufu and egusi stew paired with generous portions of spicy dishes consistently impress, though service can be uninviting.
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