Where to Get Jollof Rice in Liverpool (2026)
Jollof rice is the one pot party rice of West Africa, and Liverpool has a growing set of Nigerian and West African kitchens cooking it. The best rated and the ones whose reviews name the jollof are gathered here, with addresses and what each is known for.
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The short answer
Jollof rice is a one pot West African rice cooked in a rich tomato, pepper and onion base, and in Liverpool you can eat it at a cluster of Nigerian and West African kitchens, most of them around Anfield, Walton and Fairfield. For a plate whose reviewers single out the jollof, try Jovan's Kitchen on Townsend Lane in Anfield, rated 4.8 on Google, or Native Chef on County Road in Walton at 4.7. The top rated of the group is Dee Delicious on Breck Road, holding a perfect 5.0. You can find more Nigerian and West African kitchens near you on African Stores.
What to remember
- Jollof rice is a one pot rice cooked in a tomato, pepper and onion base with spices, a party and celebration staple across West Africa.
- Liverpool's jollof is served mainly by Nigerian and West African kitchens clustered around Anfield, Walton and Fairfield.
- Jovan's Kitchen and Native Chef both have reviewers who name the jollof by name.
- Dee Delicious is the highest rated of the group with a full 5.0 on Google.
- Most of these kitchens do dine in and takeaway, and some cater, so a big pot of party jollof is within reach.
Ask any West African away from home what they miss on the plate and jollof rice will be near the top of the answer. It is the food at the centre of the table at weddings, naming ceremonies and Sunday gatherings, the smoky, deep red rice that everyone reaches for first and that families quietly compete to cook best. A good plate of jollof carries the whole memory of a celebration in it.
That is why finding it in Liverpool matters. The kitchens in this guide are keeping that taste alive far from Lagos, Accra or Freetown, cooking the party rice the way it is meant to be, with the base built slowly and the rice left to catch a little at the bottom of the pot. Whether you are homesick for it or trying it for the first time, a plate of proper jollof in this city is a warm welcome. That rich, peppery, celebratory taste of home is what jollof is all about.
What Jollof Rice Is
Jollof rice is a one pot rice dish cooked across much of West Africa, built on a base of blended tomatoes, red peppers, onions and spices that the rice is simmered in until it takes on a deep red colour and a rich, smoky flavour. It is hearty, warming and made to feed a crowd, which is why it is a fixture at parties, weddings and celebrations, so much so that the best version is often called party jollof. Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal and Sierra Leone each cook their own take, and which country makes it best is a friendly argument that never quite ends.
It sits at the heart of Nigerian food and West African food more widely, usually served with chicken, beef, fish or plantain, and often alongside other party dishes. If you want to read more about the dish itself, our guide to jollof rice goes deeper, and you can pair it with a bowl of something like egusi soup for a fuller West African spread. In Liverpool the places that cook it are almost all Nigerian and West African kitchens, and that is where this guide points you.
Where to Eat Jollof Rice in Liverpool
1. Jovan's Kitchen A Nigerian kitchen on Townsend Lane in Anfield, rated 4.8 on Google from 140 reviews, one of the best reviewed of the group. It does dine in, takeaway and catering, and reviewers name the jollof directly, which is exactly what you want to see. It also serves British breakfasts, so it is a flexible local spot. You will find it at 86 Townsend Ln, Anfield, Liverpool L6 0BB.
2. Dee Delicious AfroCaribbean Restaurant A Nigerian and Afro-Caribbean restaurant on Breck Road in Anfield, holding a perfect 5.0 on Google from 36 reviews, the top rated place in this roundup. It does dine in and takeaway, and the Afro-Caribbean side means there is more than one way to build a plate. You will find it at 112 Breck Rd, Anfield, Liverpool L4 2RD.
3. Native Chef A family run Nigerian kitchen on County Road in Walton, rated 4.7 on Google from 13 reviews, that also sells Nigerian groceries, so you can eat in and pick up your provisions in one trip. Reviewers name the jollof here too. You will find it at 210 County Rd, Walton, Liverpool L4 5PJ.
4. All African Foods A Nigerian takeaway and bakery on County Road, rated 4.5 on Google from 17 reviews. Handy for a plate to take away and for baked goods alongside. You will find it at 98 County Rd, Liverpool L4 3QN.
5. Delta Ramp Restaurant and Bar A Nigerian restaurant and bar on Carisbrooke Road, rated 4.4 on Google from 38 reviews, doing dine in and takeaway. The bar side makes it a comfortable spot to sit in over a plate. You will find it at 3 Carisbrooke Rd, Liverpool L4 3QU.
6. Cubana African Restaurant and lounge A Nigerian and West African restaurant and lounge on Prescot Road in Fairfield, rated 4.1 on Google from 65 reviews. It does dine in and takeaway and is halal, which is worth knowing if that matters to you. You will find it at 135 Prescot Rd, Fairfield, Liverpool L7 0LB.
7. Sanfex African Hotspot A Nigerian kitchen on Prescot Road in Fairfield, rated 4.1 on Google from 153 reviews, the most reviewed place in this guide. It does dine in and takeaway, and the volume of reviews points to a busy, well used local kitchen. You will find it at 70 Prescot Rd, Fairfield, Liverpool L7 0JA.
8. Chop'n'Shayo A Nigerian kitchen on Blessington Road in Anfield, rated 4.0 on Google from 80 reviews, doing dine in and takeaway. Another steady Anfield option for a plate of Nigerian food. You will find it at 53 Blessington Rd, Anfield, Liverpool L4 0RY.
How We Put This Together
We hold data on the African and Caribbean businesses across Merseyside and pulled out the Liverpool kitchens that cook Nigerian and West African food, keeping only the places that are genuinely trading. We read the reviews so the strengths we mention are the ones people actually value, and where reviewers name the jollof specifically we have said so. We led with the best rated and with the kitchens whose reviews call out the jollof, then listed the rest by their Google rating. Ratings quoted are as at our August 2026 verification, and because ratings move and small kitchens change their hours, it is always worth a quick call before you travel.
Where to Find Jollof Rice Near You
Liverpool's jollof is concentrated in the north and east of the city, with a run of Nigerian kitchens around Anfield and Walton on Townsend Lane, County Road, Breck Road and Blessington Road, and another pair on Prescot Road in Fairfield. That makes it easy to find a plate close to home or on the way through. To find more African and Caribbean restaurants near you across Liverpool and the rest of Merseyside, African Stores lists them wherever you are.
Frequently asked questions
What is jollof rice?
Jollof rice is a one pot West African rice cooked in a rich base of blended tomatoes, red peppers, onions and spices, simmered until it takes on a deep red colour and a smoky flavour. It is hearty and made to feed a crowd, which is why it is a party and celebration staple across Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal and Sierra Leone. It is usually served with chicken, beef, fish or plantain.
Where can I get jollof rice in Liverpool?
Jollof rice is served by Liverpool's Nigerian and West African kitchens, most of them around Anfield, Walton and Fairfield. Jovan's Kitchen on Townsend Lane and Native Chef on County Road both have reviewers who name the jollof, Dee Delicious on Breck Road is the highest rated at 5.0 on Google, and Sanfex African Hotspot and Cubana on Prescot Road are further options.
Which place in Liverpool has the best rated jollof rice?
Dee Delicious AfroCaribbean Restaurant on Breck Road in Anfield holds the highest Google rating of the kitchens in this guide, a perfect 5.0 from 36 reviews. Jovan's Kitchen on Townsend Lane is close behind at 4.8 from 140 reviews, and its reviewers name the jollof directly.
Can I order party jollof or catering in Liverpool?
Yes. Several of these kitchens do takeaway, and Jovan's Kitchen on Townsend Lane in Anfield offers catering as well as dine in and takeaway, so a large pot of party jollof for a gathering is within reach. It is best to call ahead to arrange quantities and timing.
How can I find Nigerian and West African food near me in Liverpool?
African Stores lists African and Caribbean restaurants and food shops across Liverpool and the rest of Merseyside, including the Nigerian and West African kitchens that cook jollof rice, so you can find the ones nearest you wherever you are.
