YENDIDI NORFOLK

4.3
729 reviews

About

African RestaurantVegan Restaurant

Location

YENDIDI NORFOLK
5800 Chesapeake Boulevard, Norfolk, VA
23513, United States

Reviews

4.3
729 reviews
5 stars
532
4 stars
75
3 stars
25
2 stars
26
1 star
71

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Many customers praised the food for its delicious flavors and authenticity, particularly dishes like egusi soup and jollof rice.

Service Issues

Numerous reviews highlighted long wait times and inconsistent service, with some customers expressing frustration over incorrect orders and lack of communication.

Ambiance and Cleanliness

The restaurant's small size and cleanliness were criticized, with reports of unsanitary conditions and a lack of proper dining space.

Customer Experience

While some customers reported positive interactions with staff, others noted rudeness and unprofessional behavior, impacting their overall experience.

Value for Money

Several reviews mentioned concerns about rising prices and portion sizes, leading to dissatisfaction regarding the value received for the cost.
  • JT
    Jazz T
    Nov 13, 2025
    5.0
    I absolutely love this place. I will drive all the way here just for their food instead of places closer to me. I ordered the okra soup with cow foot, medium spicy with fufu. It came with another veggie side so I chose their version of collard greens that were seasoned with old bay. I also ordered another side of plantain fufu and a Bissap (hibiscus) drink. The soup was so good! The only issue is that the spicy was dried pepper seasoning clumped in the middle. So, some of my bites were spicy and others had no spice. I ordered it to go for ease, but ate some of it there before meeting friends for ladies night. I’m never disappointed with the food here. Something I noticed was that they had these plantains that I had before from Ghana, so I was excited to find them here locally. The young lady behind the counter/one of the cooks actually surprised me because she was Jamaican and spoke patois. We laughed because I’m like “Ariana, what are you doing here?” (Nicki voice) lol. She was mostly talking on the phone and didn’t say much to me but no issues there. The Norfolk restaurant is small inside with maybe 3 tables total. The other side of the restaurant is a small grocery store. Parking is limited and awkward, especially if you have to make the u-turn coming from the opposite direction.
  • TM
    Tsholofelo Motshwane
    Nov 10, 2025
    3.0
    Yendidi has good food...but this location is good for takeaways only, if you want to dine go to the other one which is 15 minutes away from this location
  • AT
    Ariane Toston
    Nov 9, 2025
    1.0
    After spending an hour waiting seeing multiple people go in and out me and another customer were finally told they had ran out of the snapper ! Than instead of offering a refund we are told to choose another protein and still he couldn’t give an accurate time of when food would be ready !! The whole time there I never smelled anything being cooked nor heard any kitchen activity besides a microwave constantly being opened and closed !! I ended up leaving without my food due to other olibgations and realizing nothing was fresh! I will be disputing the charges with my bank ! Very unprofessional!!
  • AR
    Azari Ruffin
    Nov 1, 2025
    1.0
    I’m tired of coming up here and it takes 40-45 mins for my food to be made even after I call my order in. It’s so frustrating!!!! 0/10 I would recommend the Virginia Beach location , This location does not care about their time or service ! The food sometimes come out old and 9/10 it’s not even gonna be what you ordered !
  • JO
    Jide Ogunleye
    Oct 25, 2025
    5.0
    Food was good, particularly the snacks.

Frequently Asked Questions About YENDIDI NORFOLK

What type of cuisine does YENDIDI NORFOLK specialize in?

YENDIDI NORFOLK specializes in African and vegan cuisine, blending great American restaurant styles with African and vegan options.

Where is YENDIDI NORFOLK located?

YENDIDI NORFOLK is located at 5800 Chesapeake Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23513, United States.