Mogadishu Restaurant is a home away from home when it comes to authentic zesty flavorful East African food. We are the pioneer in African cuisine in Chicago, maintaining the flavor and portion size keeping our Somalian generosity alive. We define our food philosophy is simple and pure which we have inherited from our ancestors that provide nutrients, comfort, and flavors blending in our traditional house-made aromatic spices.
Small, casual restaurant featuring generous portions of Somali meats, rice & vegetables. Based on 393 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
931 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: (312) 265-1850
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Hours
| Sunday |
7 AM–11:30 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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7 AM–11:30 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
7 AM–11:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
7 AM–11:30 PM |
| Thursday |
7 AM–11:30 PM |
| Friday |
7 AM–11:30 PM |
| Saturday |
7 AM–11:30 PM |
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Reviews
Bill Wang
The enjera plate and lamb shank were both incredibly delicious. The portions were generous, offering excellent value for the price.
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Zena Jabri
It may not look fancy inside, but their food is delicious and the portions are huge!
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Rahima Ibrahim
Absolutely loved the food!! The atmosphere is amazing. Definitely top tier Somali food. The owner is super kind and attentive. They answered all my questions and concerns. I will definitely return back with my friends and family.
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Jessica Cheng (佳辰)
generous portions, affordable prices, and friendly owner- definitely a hidden gem in the neighborhood if you like Somali eats
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Adati Tarfa
The food was really great. We wanted the lamb shank but there wasn’t any so we tried the goat which was great! The menu is awesome and very affordable- $15. The food pictured served two people and we were really full. The tea was amazing for $1!
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Stefan Olesnyckyj
Really really good food. Highly recommend, better food than many of the overpriced chains or fancy restaurants downtown. I’ve never had meat that was this fall-off-the-bone before. Great, unique flavors that you are unlikely to find in many other US cities. Don’t miss this one.
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June Yorke
delicious food, but what made it even better was the wonderful service! the gentlemen that work here are very kind and sweet. The malawah bread is my new favorite food! Will definitely visit again!
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Ethel Beavers
This was my first experience with Somalian food but it won’t be the last.
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Helen Busch
Visiting Chicago, Restaurants like this are definitely what we like. We never had Somali food and this experience will make us go back for for. Lovely owner too.
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Maha Ezzeddine
We were delighted by our meal here, drove over during the MAScon. Wonderful owners, generous servings and delicious Somali food. Their family platter had a taste of everything and plenty of veggies – and will last our party of four for two days! Highly recommend and worth the drive from McCormick.
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