Radio Africa Kitchen

Updates: based on the great RAK food we had at the MOAD, we asked Chef Aseged to cater a party for us. It was a joy to have him in our home and the food was phenomenal. Everything was prepared perfectly, professionally done, and everyone raved about the food. Thank you Chef and staff!

Got a the prawns with couscous as takeout. Packed with flavor and good level of spice. The prawns were cooked perfectly, couscous was buttery, fluffy but I felt like they skimped on the veggies. Regardless, delicious plate and would love to try more from their menu

I had been meaning to come here for the longest time because beyond Auntie April's, it was the only restaurant I had really heard of in Bayview. I remember reading about chef/owner Eskender Aseged's back story in an old SFGATE article - how he escaped Ethiopia on foot with his family, how he started as a busboy at the legendary Square One, how he worked his way up at the tonier restaurants in town like Boulevard and Campton Place, and how he managed to open this place nearly a decade ago.It's quite an impressive journey, and I didn't know I was meeting him when I walked up to the counter to look at the menu. It was after 2PM, and he was busy in the back washing the dishes. He didn't hear me come in, so I cleared my throat. Yes, I know that was a rude passive-aggressive move. Although everything was tempting, I selected the $15 Saffron Prawns over Couscous with Vegetables and Chermoula (photo: https://bit.ly/3DPe4Fh). I didn't know chermoula was a North African variation on a cilantro-olive oil marinade with a discernible chili kick.The combination of flavors was quite delicious and surprisingly familiar, a bit like a Cajun-style seafood stew. The $3.50 Iced Hibiscus Lemonade was a refreshing complement to the homestyle dish, more compatible than a Coke Zero would've been (photo: https://bit.ly/3ran6aB). I heard he changes up the menu, but I hope the chicken jambalaya and pistachio baklava are still around for me to try. The ride on the T Line was pretty easy, as the restaurant is right at the Oakdale/Palou stop in front of the portrait mural of Barack and Michelle (photo: https://bit.ly/3uSJPsQ).FOOD - 5 stars...the saffron prawns clearly reflected a broader palette worth tryingAMBIANCE - 4 stars...contemporary concrete and cleanSERVICE - 4.5 stars...Eskender was doing everything himselfTOTAL - 5 stars...a proud accomplishment in BayviewRELATED - Exploring Bayview/Hunters Point? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AOvRKv

I had been waiting for Radio Africa Kitchen to open again since Covid started. So ecstatic to learn that they are finally open for dining in. Food was great as usual. Flavor was complex but super delicious. I ordered first time their vegetable tagine which was amazing. Loved the variety of veggies including green beans, fancy cauliflower, carrots, squash and yummy black eyed peas! All veggies were flavored differently, but mixed well in harmony in one dish!The prawn in couscous was a delight. The chef was generous with his prawns, and all of them were fresh and tasty! The food was so delicious that I ordered 2 more dishes to go for dinner. Highly recommend this place for anyone who likes creative, modern, healthy and yummy African dishes!

Eskender is an AMAZING chef with such healthy & delicious creations. Once you've been there you'll want to return again & again!! THIS is how food & eating should always be! Good for you & for the planet too.

Great tasting food! A neighborhood gem! The fresh prawns were divine and excellent flavor profile.

Don't know anything about the store itself but my husband's work has gotten meals ordered from here and they are delicious!! Love the prawns and couscous entree - the spice blend of the sauce is unique and flavorful and the shrimp are cooked perfectly just-done. Hoping to try more from here or to visit the actual store soon.

Everything was GREAT about this establishment, the Owner Entiendere (sp?), service, presentation, professionalism and FLAVOR!! I will visit the restaurant again and tell my friends

GREAT FLAVOR!! The prawns in couscous was my favorite. The chef was courteous and friendly. I will be back to try more of the menu.

Ahhhh, now THIS is SOULFOOD. My taste buds were tantalized by the delicious dishes! I had the prawns, spinach and couscous dish with the beets side salad. Absolute perfection.The chef (owner) was warm and welcoming. I came for the 1st Tuesdays Spoken Word event. It was cozy and warm inspiring. I'll be back.