Swahili Village

4.7

15 reviews

#477 out of 617 restaurants in Downtown

($), Bar, African
Hours today: 11:00am-7:00pm

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1990 M St NW
Washington, DC 20036

Phone: (202) 629-2353

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Neighborhood: Downtown

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Popular Menu Items

Suya / Nyama Choma $28.75
Char-grilled beef cubes, seasoned with authentic swahili spices.
Samosa $11.50
Handmade pastry stuffed with seasoned beef, onion, and cilantro.
Jollof Rice $10.35
Africa's most popular dish. Long-grain rice, tomatoes, onions, spices and vegetables.
Goat Stew / Mbuzi Mchuzi $27.60
Slow cooked marinated goat stew in authentic swahili village spices and seasonings.
Sodas $3.50
Assorted sodas available: Coke, Sprite, Fanta Orange, and Diet Coke.

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Open Today:

11:00am-7:00pm
Monday11:00am-7:00pm
Tuesday11:00am-7:00pm
Wednesday11:00am-7:00pm
Thursday11:00am-7:00pm
Friday11:00am-7:00pm
Saturday11:00am-7:00pm
Sunday11:00am-7:00pm

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Credit Cards Accepted

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Good for Kids

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Casual

Alcohol
No

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Bar, African

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$

WiFi
No

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4.7 stars - Based on 15 reviews

#477 out of 617 restaurants in Downtown

#12 of 20 Bar in Downtown

5 star	10 reviews	67%
4 star	5 reviews	33%
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Top Reviews of Swahili Village

07/14/2025 - Sarah G.
During my visit, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, making me feel right at home. The service was attentive and the flavors truly memorable, leaving me eager to come back again.

06/07/2024 - Annette Q.
Good food, good service

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