Gorée Cuisine

“I can’t express how much i admire Gorée.”

I can’t express how much i admire Gorée. It’s such a beautiful space to feast whether you’re by yourself, with family, or friends. In addition to Gorée being black owned by Adama Ba. I dine here at least once a month, but as of late it’s been weekly! Gorée is the ultimate experience, as it feels like home. The service is phenomenal, the ambiance is warm, the dishes are immaculate. And chefs don’t come to play! The cuisines are vibrant, and plated with intention, while seasoned to perfection. With savory bites, derived from recipes straight from Senegal. I can feel the recipes come from tradition, love, culture, and family. As a Southside Chicagoan, Gorée is definitely a forever staple for me. Adama, the owner is for the people and it’s evident through his devotion for food, but more importantly his passion for serving the community.

Malcolm M.

Feb 2026

“Incredible meal and hospitality.”

Incredible meal and hospitality. My second time having senegalese food and will certainly be back! My favorite was the maffe w fufu but the yassa chicken and house thieboudienne were also amazing

Monica Patthana

Dec 2025

“The food was really good and the customer service was great!”

The food was really good and the customer service was great!! Just wish they served alcoholic beverages 😉

Mia Bell

Nov 2025

“Came here with my family of 6 and we ALL had an AMAZING experience.”

Came here with my family of 6 and we ALL had an AMAZING experience! We were educated about various menu items and the owner catered to our needs personally. Our food was freshly prepared and seasoned perfectly! High five to You and your wonderful team, Adama! I look forward to returning and trying other menu items in the near future…

Tricia Lanise

Oct 2025

“Truly exceptional and authentic west African cuisine.”

Truly exceptional and authentic west African cuisine. Make sure you try the attieke. The tilapia was 🧑‍🍳. The lamb was soft and full of flavor and absolutely try the curry. Too bad we are out of towners otherwise we would be regulars. And I really liked the wall art. All black American heroes represented.

Pearl N O

Oct 2025

“Very peaceful environment with great hospitality.”

Very peaceful environment with great hospitality. The food and tea was amazing!

Lj Swift

Sep 2025

“The food was so delicious and fresh and the service was like you were being hosted in someone's home.”

The food was so delicious and fresh and the service was like you were being hosted in someone's home. Wonderful beginning to end.

Sandra Richter

Sep 2025

“When I tell you that the food here was SOO GOOD!”

When I tell you that the food here was SOO GOOD!! First time having Senegalese food and it definitely won’t be the last! I had the saka saka and the red snapper dish. I’ll be back for sure!

Olivia Bernard

Aug 2025

“100/10 I had Mint Tea, Fataya, and Yassa Lamb.”

100/10 I had Mint Tea, Fataya, and Yassa Lamb. Everything was so delicious. Fast service for the level of exceptional quality.(you can’t really rush W. African food anyways) Flavor was perfect and spicy. The tea was refreshing even though it’s served hot. Goree made it to my top 5 restaurants in Chicago.

Vera Veretina

Aug 2025

“Amazing food and lovely atmosphere.”

Amazing food and lovely atmosphere. Family owned so I felt very taken care of. Get the red snapper or the house Tiebu Dejun

Thalia MC

Jul 2025

“Got the yassa fish, house salad, and ginger pineapple juice.”

Got the yassa fish, house salad, and ginger pineapple juice. All were really tasty, the fish has a lot of interesting spice and was also really big portion. Really great Senegalese place

Yijin Hua

Jul 2025

“ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!”

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! The food was so flavorful and spiced. I typically take pictures but I forgot and devoured the food, it was THAT good. We had the lamb dish. Definitely recommend and we’ll be back! (I’ll add the pictures next time I come here)

A Sato

May 2025