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Qaato African Restaurant — neighborhood african in Rogers Park. You're eating the real thing here. "The goat was tender, and the soup had that perfect balance of savory and spicy" — Tim Williams
Tim Williams
24 reviews
“If you're craving authentic West African flavors in the city, Qaato's the spot”
Love the food, but whomever is on the phone has to either exercise more patience & actually take calls or don’t even bother taking calls.
This is the most horrible coconut rice I have come across.
The food is tasteless. Not the Quaato of the past.
7118 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60626
“Super flavorful Spice is perfect.”
Super flavorful Spice is perfect! No one is touching them I travel far & it’s worth it every time ❤️
Diamond Bell
Sep 2022
“The food here is delicious I had Egusi soup with Fish and goat meat.”
myz raquel
Jun 2022
“Their catered jollof rice and stewed fish was a hit.”
Calista Alaribe
Jun 2019
“The food was so delicious 🤤 the EFo was amazing.”
Mercy
Jan 2026
“I don’t know who the chef is but I can’t get enough of that egusi soup.”
I don’t know who the chef is but I can’t get enough of that egusi soup! I never actually went and ate at the restaurant but I always order and they deliver. I always get it not too spicy due to my heartburn. You get e nice portion of soup and the goat meat as well. Never been disappointed and will continue ordering from them!
Nell Fusini
Nov 2025
“If you're craving authentic West African flavors in the city, Qaato's the spot.”
If you're craving authentic West African flavors in the city, Qaato's the spot. I grabbed the Egusi Soup with Goat Meat and Amala—rich, hearty, and packed with spice. The goat was tender, and the soup had that perfect balance of savory and spicy. Portions are generous, so it's well worth the $20. The vibe inside is warm and welcoming, and the staff makes you feel right at home. Definitely a go-to for anyone looking to enjoy real African cuisine in Chicago.
Tim Williams
May 2025
“I love this place, the staff, and the food.”
I love this place, the staff, and the food. I've come since 2019 on and off and I especially enjoy the egusi and the ayamase with goat. But unfortunately my body hasn't been tolerating meat anymore. I'd give this restaurant a 10 if I could. Best restaurant food I've had in general.
Donte Enge
Oct 2024
“I am am absolutely hooked on this place.”
I am am absolutely hooked on this place. I order from here at least once a week. I crave the Egusi soup constantly. The flavors are wonderful. I have tried my favorite dishes from other restaurants, but they don’t even come close to Qaato! I don’t think it gets better than this 😭 All my love to Qaato
Tessa Imperial
Mar 2024
“The best African food I had in Chicago.”
The best African food I had in Chicago! The fufu, the mixed meat, the Egussi sauce, the okra...all very nutritious, tasty, and simply delicious! Unfortunately, I was attending a meeting in Chicago just for a few days, and now, I am missing the great food from Qaato. Well, I will always think of this great place! Keep up the good work! Cheers!
Antoine Soyoh
Dec 2023
“I love love this place, I get their joliff rice dinners( goat, chicken and fish) all the time and...”
I love love this place, I get their joliff rice dinners( goat, chicken and fish) all the time and it's absolutely perfect even when I get something extra to try for the first time it's good. Definitely enjoying the food there.
Sonnie Wesley
Aug 2023
“I don't know about the service when ordering in, but I got delivery and they added in a bunch of...”
I don't know about the service when ordering in, but I got delivery and they added in a bunch of tripe to my order as I requested (knowing full well that was a reach). I'm a very happy customer, and the food was delicious.
Brynna W
Apr 2023
“While on vacation from Florida my husband and I decided to try this restaurant and I’m so happy we did.”
While on vacation from Florida my husband and I decided to try this restaurant and I’m so happy we did. The food was very delicious and authentic. I had the Efforiro with fish and my husband had okra with fish. The wait time was about 45mins but it was worth it.
Aliyah Aleem
Jul 2022
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