The Best Ghanaian Restaurants in London (2026) – from a local
Looking for the best Ghanaian restaurants in London? I’ve got you covered. From yam pottage to kelewele (fried, spiced plantain), here’s where to find the best Ghanaian restaurants in London — from a Londoner.
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One of the best things about London is the diversity of cuisines on offer almost everywhere you look.
Including Ghanaian food.
Whether you’re from the diaspora or just looking to add some new London flavour to your palate, here’s the best Ghanaian restaurants in London worth trying.
P.S. – If you’re Ghanaian and have any you’d like to add to the list please email me at candace@candaceabroad.com to pop it in!
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The Best Ghanaian Restaurants in London
Adwoa’s Kitchen Ghanaian Restaurant
314 Whitehorse Rd, Croydon CR0 2LE
Adwoa’s Kitchen is a Ghanaian restaurant in London with a warm, family-run feel and dishes that taste like they’ve come straight from someone’s home kitchen.
You’ll find the classics done properly — smoky jollof rice, kelewele (spiced fried plantain) that hits the perfect balance of sweet and heat, and grilled tilapia served with shito (a fiery Ghanaian chilli sauce). Portions are generous and full of flavour, with everything cooked fresh to order.
If you’re new to Ghanaian food, the staff are welcoming and happy to explain the menu, but regulars will tell you it’s the kind of place you come back to again and again for the same favourites.
Website: https://restaurantguru.com/Ray-Of-Joy-London
Must try: Peanut soup
19FiftySeven Restaurant
660 Old Kent Rd, London SE15 1JF
19FiftySeven is a Ghanaian fusion restaurant in London that puts a playful spin on traditional dishes.
Think classics with a twist — like their Oreo bofrot (a Ghanaian doughnut with an Oreo-chocolate filling) or jollof served alongside modern small plates.
Drinks are just as much a focus, with a long cocktail list that makes it a strong pick for a very fun night out with friends.
Website: https://19fiftyseven.co.uk/home/#
Must Try: Nkontomire (Spinach and “agushi” melon seed stew with smoked Mackerel fillet served with plain rice or boiled yam)
Kate’s Cafe
174 B166, London E13 8RD
Part British café, part Ghanaian kitchen, Kate’s Cafe brings the best of both worlds to South London.
Run by “Aunty Kate,” it’s the kind of place where regulars pop in as much for the welcome as for the food.
The menu covers proper Ghanaian staples — waakye (rice and beans with sides), kelewele (spiced fried plantain), and light soups — alongside baked goods you’d expect from a local café counter.
Everything is cooked fresh and served generously, with Aunty Kate often making the rounds herself. It feels less like dining out and more like being looked after in someone’s home kitchen.
Website: http://www.katescafelondon.co.uk
Must try: Tilapia with Fried Yam
Accra Palace
140A Upper Clapton Rd, London E5 9JZ
Accra Palace is a long-standing East London favourite for hearty, authentic Ghanaian food.
You’ll find all the classics here — from fufu and light soup to banku with grilled tilapia — served in generous portions.
The space has the feel of a casual canteen, so great for group meals or a family get together in London.
A lovely choice when you’re craving Ghanaian staples done properly without the fuss.
Website: https://www.accrapalace.co.uk
Must Try: Pounded Yam and Egusi
May Foods Ltd.
16C Market Row, London SW9 8LD
For something quick, affordable, and tasty, May Foods in Brixton Market is a go-to.
Every dish on the menu comes in under £10 — perfect if you’re trying Ghanaian food for the first time or just want a filling meal without spending much.
Jollof rice with fish is a local favourite, but there are plenty of stews and soups to choose from too.
It’s no-frills, cash-only, and always busy at lunchtime, enjoy!
Website: https://restaurantguru.com/May-Foods-London-2
Must Try: Jollof rice with fish
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Happy Londoning,
