CALABAR ZONE

🏠 263, Old Kent Road, SE1 5LU

🍽️ West African Restaurant

Tier Achieved:

🦄 THE UNICORN 🦄

Mythical. Spotless AND the best of the best.

Like a unicorn — squeaky clean with top-tier food. This is the dream. Book it.

🧼 Food Hygiene Rating 5/5 FSA Certified
⭐ Google Rating 4.9 116 reviews
Mon4–11 PM
Tue3–11 PM
Wed3–11 PM
Thu3–11 PM
Fri3–11 PM
Sat3–11 PM
Sun3–11 PM

A flavorful journey; come hungry.

Calabar Zone is your gateway to authentic African cuisine, and they do it with a smile. The Jollof Rice is a revelation—so good that even a first-timer felt it was everything they hoped for. With Coco as a host, you’re treated like family, and you can expect generous portions that won’t hit your wallet too hard. The mixed meat stew is another crowd-pleaser, kicked up a notch with bold flavors that make you want to come back for more.

If you’re looking to dive into the world of West African food, this spot is a must. With dishes that are prepared with care, you might find yourself adopting fufu as your new best friend. It’s safe, welcoming, and packed with flavor, making it a solid choice for your next meal.


💬 PEOPLE SAY 💬

incredible foodgenerous portion sizeswarm hospitalityauthentic flavorsgreat value

✨ FEATURES ✨

🍽️ Dine-in🥡 Takeout🚗 Delivery🍺 Beer🍷 Wine

📝 REVIEWS 📝

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"The food was incredible! So delicious and flavorful."

— Ava Hoffman

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"10/10, my first time having Jollof Rice and it was so good!"

— Carlo Nelson

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"The jollof rice with chicken was amazing."

— Emma Cheung


🔬 FSA BREAKDOWN 🔬

🧼 Hygienic Food Handling VERY GOOD
🏗️ Cleanliness & Facilities VERY GOOD
📋 Management & Safety VERY GOOD

Calabar zone, Old Kent Road — Food Hygiene Rating: 5/5

🗓️ Last inspected: 9 March 2024


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