Best African Restaurants in Yorkville

We had the pleasure of dining at Diwan for their Winterlicious menu, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the elegant interior, which perfectly balances modern design with warm, inviting touches. The service was attentive and professional, making the evening even more enjoyable. But the real star of the night was the food. Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor, and the portions were surprisingly generous—a rare find in prix fixe menus. The chefs at Diwan have truly mastered the art of bold, balanced flavors, and each course was a delightful journey of taste. If you’re considering trying Winterlicious at Diwan, I highly recommend it. The combination of excellent food, great service, and a beautiful setting makes for a memorable dining experience. We’ll definitely be back!

Love the vibe, love the food. Our server was very nice, however the service in general could have been better. I think they just aren’t well staffed for that, but I recognize that it’s a small spot so prob not possible logistically. The food and ambience made up for this though. The Joloff rice was fantastic! And the suya wings a must have. All in all a great experience, I would recommend it and come back again.

The owner ‘E’, was present at the time I arrived with a close friend. There was an issue with my initial reservation booked for 4pm. ‘E’ immediately fixed the error, he was attentive, apologetic, understanding, welcoming and shared the history of the African/Italian concept. The food is amazing, the atmosphere is beautiful and neat. The staff are nice and engaging. Would recommend this place for girls night out, party of 6 or less, date night, as well as family outting! Keep up the great work. Very lovely