I recently visited Aduke's Nigerian Restaurant and had a wonderful experience. Upon entering, the restaurant wasn't too busy. There was a large party leaving as we arrived and another party seated. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, which set a great tone for the evening. I ordered the Efo Riro, and it was fantastic! The spice level was just right for me, as I enjoy spicy food. The dish had a great variety of meats, peppers, and vegetables, all cooked to perfection. My friend had the pepper soup, which they enjoyed, but I preferred my Efo Riro--mostly a matter of personal taste and the types of spices, meats, and veggies you prefer. Whether you're in the mood for a rice dish or a soup dish, there's something for everyone here. I also tried the hibiscus drink (zobo), which was really good. It had a fresh, delightful combination of hibiscus and ginger. I thoroughly enjoyed this refreshing drink. Overall, my visit to Aduke's was excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant and can't wait for another trip back. If you're looking for authentic Nigerian cuisine, this is the place to be!

The food was very tasty, but it was a bit on the pricier end if you order via yelp. Definitely would order in person for a better deal. The food was flavorful, there was a small lot to park in which is definitely a plus. They can be a bit hard to reach over the phone, just as a heads up if you're trying to cater anything. Would come again!

The food is delicious. Good service. I had take out, so I can not talk about the Ambience. Good. Music played while I waited for my order.

Authentic food! Delicious, high-quality and highly recommended. Go there I'd you're craving Nigerian food. And for those with a sense of adventure who've never tried food from Nigeria, please go there.

Aduke is a Nigerian restaurant between LAX and Randy's Donuts. Many of the clientele have either just arrived or are leaving LA. They offer a number of flavorful and spicy stews, savory pastries, and Jollof rice. Egusi Stew: Egusi melon seeds are ground up to provide nuttiness and creaminess to the soup. The dark spinach leaves add a soft texture. Red bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and alligator pepper provide some spice and sweetness to balance the deep brininess. Overall, there's a nice smoky seafood flavor. You can select beef, goat, chicken, or fish. I opted for the beef and the tender strips fall apart with gentle coaxing. The egusi is served with a starchy "swallow" for scooping up the stew. Fufu is boiled yam that has been pounded into a round white ball. It's like a sweet and gummy mashed potato. Technically, you're supposed to dip a small ball of fufu and swallow it whole. The egusi coated fufu is too delicious and I can't resist chewing. Dining Area: Past the counter, there are about a dozen tables in the back. Ordering: Order at the counter off the wall menu or pick something from the steam tables. Parking: There are four spots by the front door and also plenty of street parking.

Sooo good that I went and picked it up from her house while she was in transition between her old location and new location. I waited patiently for fresh stew and veryyyy freshly pounded fufu. Her son is a scientist and also is a cook with her and we had a great conversation on masculinity and cooking, which coexist fluidly to me as I learned to cook from my dad. They are a nice family owned business. Very very good Ogbono soup and hot fufu. The seasoning is so perfect and addicting, in the purest way, that I look forward to my next meal.

Parking absolutely sucks so prepare for that. Now to the food and vibes... This place reminded me of those fast food Chinese restaurants where all the food is made already on a rotating basis and they just scoop it into your tray. So don't expect anything to be super fresh unless you order yam fries or something that has to be made to order. I ordered the jollof plate with stewed fish. The rice, spinach and plantains were excellent. But the fish was definitely overcooked and hard. I think they fried it and then just put the stew sauce on top. My recommendation is to only fry it lightly and then simmer it in the red stew to finish cooking it so the fish won't dry out and be hard and chewy. There also wasn't enough stew sauce on the fish, so simmering it in the sauce would help infuse it with flavor. Now the fish pepper soup was amazing! I didn't eat it the same day I bought it. I actually froze it and ate it two weeks later and it was bomb. Didn't have to add anything to it. The service was polite. There were two young people--a guy and a gal that helped me out. They were pleasant to work with. I would go back for the fish pepper soup abs maybe give the stew fish another try. The fried yam I ordered was fresh and delicious, especially with the stew sauce. So I'll give it one more try for the stew fish.

I really wanted to give this place 5 stars but the amount of time I waited for my food was too long. As far as the taste of the food, everything I had was good. Generous portions on the rice but not so much protein with my meal. I ordered the jollof rice with chicken, spinach and plantain. I also ordered a side of beef patty. I might come back again to try the red stew and come when there is live music/band.

Visiting LA for the holidays and I was all "taco'd" out and decided to find a African spot to get some egusi..had been craving it..so what did I do...search Yelp and found Aduke's ..read the reviews and was impressed so after leaving Venice Beach .I headed over... restaurant clean and sevice was delightful... mom and sons were all polite, welcoming and friendly. My greedy spirit took over and I ordered egusi with goat...efo riro with goat as well. Egusi was really good..not as spicy as I personally like but I understand everyone's hear tolerance isn't as high as mine... goat..tender (was sooo thankful for that) ..didn't get to try the efo riro..was full..think I may have eaten too fast... Highly recommend !!!