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Rainbow African Restaurant -West African Cuisine menu

4 dishes across 5 sections Restaurant

Prices transcribed from the printed menu, last checked

Menu Rainbow African Restaurant -West African Cuisine photo menu 1
Photographed in store, August 2026. See all 4 pages

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Photographed in store in August 2026. The dish list below covers everything we could read clearly; the full card has more.

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Side Orders 21 dishes

  • Fufu (Plantain) US$9.75

    Made from pounded unripe plantains.

  • Chofi (Turkey Tail) (Side Order) US$12.95

    Fried Turkey tails.

  • Red Snapper US$23.50

  • Lamb Suya (Side Order) US$20.95

    Tender pieces of grilled lamb with dry spicy peanut rub seasoning. *Contains peanuts*.

  • Yam (Side Order) US$14.95

    Cocoyam root vegetable. Comes prepared fried or cooked/boiled.

  • Pounded Yam US$9.75

    Made from pounded white yams.

  • Soup Or Stew Only US$29.00

    Side order soup or stew with your choice of beef, goat, chicken, or beef.

  • Attieke (Side Order) US$12.50

    Made from fermented cassava that has been grated or granulated.

  • Fried Plantain US$9.75

    Thinly sliced plantain, crispy on the outside and tender within.

  • Plain White Rice (Side Order) US$7.25

    Steamed plain white rice.

  • Kenkey (Side Order) US$7.75

    Made from fermented white corn wrapped in corn husk.

  • Cassava (Side Order) US$12.50

    Fried or cooked cassava.

  • Kelewele (Side Order) US$12.50

    Fried spicy plantains. Ripe plantains that is mixed with spices and fried.

  • Baked Tilapia (Side Order) US$23.50

    Flaky fish baked to perfection.

  • Omotuo (Side Order) US$8.75

    Steam rice ball.

  • Salad Bowl US$7.25

    Fresh mixed greens in a bowl.

  • Bean Stew **No Meat** US$17.95

    Hearty bean stew made without meat.

  • Jollof Rice (Side Order) US$11.50

    A seasoned, tomatoey rice dish.

  • Shito Jar (Side Order) US$18.50

    Spicy pepper sauce originating from Ghana.

  • Banku (Side Order) US$8.50

    Traditional fermented corn dough, often served as a side dish.

  • Waakye (Side Order) US$11.50

    Ghanian rice and beans cooked with sorghum leaves, which gives it a rich Burgundy colour.

Entrées 21 dishes

  • Okra Soup US$27.95

    Made with okra vegetables cooked with palm oil. Made with your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with one side option: Banku, Fufu (plantain), Kenkey, Eba, pounded yam, or white rice.

  • Fried Fish (Crocker) US$27.95

    Fried croaker fish with Shito, tomato pepper sauce, fresh tomatoes and onions on the side. Served with one side option: Banku, Kenkey, attieke, fried yam, or fried cassava(yuca).

  • Jamaican Style Oxtail US$27.95

    Oxtail cooked in Jamaican spices and butterbeans. Served with one side option: jollof rice, white rice or Waakye.

  • Tilapia (Baked) US$27.95

    Marinated baked tilapia served with blended fresh tomato pepper and Shito. Served with one side option: Banku, attieke, Kenkey, fried yam, fried plantain, jollof rice or Waakye.

  • Ghanaian Style Oxtail US$27.95

    Stewed oxtail cooked in fresh tomatoes and spices. Served with one side option: jollof rice, white rice or Waakye.

  • Oxtail Light Soup US$29.95

    A spicy tomato based soup cooked with oxtail. Served with one side: Fufu (plantain), Banku, pounded yam or white rice.

  • Rainbow Special (Fillet Tilapia & Shrimp) US$31.95

    Fillet tilapia, jumbo shrimp & a side salad. Served with one side option: jollof rice or Banku.

  • Beans Stew, Fried Plantain & Fish (Red Red) US$23.95

    Black-Eyed peas cooked in palm oil served with a fried croaker fish and fried plantain.

  • Red Snapper (Baked) US$31.95

    Marinated baked red snapper served with blended fresh tomato pepper and Shito. With your choice of Banku, attieke, Kenkey fried yam, plantain, jollof rice or Waakye.

  • Spinach & Egusi US$23.95

    Made with blended melon seed and spinach and your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with one sides: Fufu (plantain) pounded yam, Eba, boiled yam, jollof rice, or white rice.

  • Tomato Stew & Rice (Jollof, Waakye, Or White Rice) US$23.95

    Tomato stew made with fresh tomatoes, tomato purée and spices. Made with your choice of meat beef, goat, chicken or fish (croaker). Served with one side: jollof rice, white rice or Waakye.

  • Peanut Butter Soup US$27.95

    Contains peanuts. Made with creamy peanut butter based soup. Made with your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with one side: omotuo, Fufu (plantain), Banku, pounded yam or white rice.

  • Light Soup/Pepper Soup US$27.95

    A spicy tomato based soup. Made with your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with one side: Fufu (plantain), Banku, pounded yam or white rice.

  • Bitter Leaf Soup US$28.95

    Made with a leafy green known as bitter leaf. Made with your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with a side of Fufu (plantain) or white rice.

  • Lamb Suya US$27.95

    Contains peanuts. Tender pieces of lamb grilled with dry spicy peanut rub seasoning topped with raw fresh onions. Served with one side option: fried yam, attieke, fried plantain, Kelewele or jollof rice.

  • Palmnut Soup US$28.95

    The soup is made from a palm nut base. Made with your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with one side: Fufu (plantain), Banku, pounded yam or white rice.

  • Cassava Leaf US$23.95

    Made from the leaves of the cassava plant. Made with your choice of meat (beef, goat, fish or chicken). Served with a side of white rice, jollof rice or Fufu (plantain).

  • Chofi & Fried Yam US$26.95

    Fried Turkey tails and fried yam. Served with fresh tomato pepper, Shito on the side.

  • Jerk Chicken US$23.95

    Chicken cooked with in Jamaican jerk marinade sauce. Served with one side option: jollof rice, white rice or Waakye.

  • Tilapia Light Soup US$29.95

    A spicy tomato based soup cooked tilapia. Served with one side: Fufu (plantain), Banku, pounded yam or white rice.

  • Fried Fish (Crocker) & Jumbo Shrimp US$31.95

    Fried croaker fish and jumbo shrimp marinated served with Shito, tomato pepper sauce, fresh tomatoes and onions. Served with one side option: Banku, Kenkey, attieke, fied yam, or fried cassava(yuca).

Appetizers & Starters 9 dishes

  • Fish Patty US$4.50

    Flaky pastry filled with seasoned mackerel fish and onions.

  • Suya Beef Kabobs US$4.50

    Contains peanuts. Tender beef slices threaded on a skewer covered in a dry spicy peanut rub seasoning.

  • Bofrot/Puff Puff (2 Per Order) US$2.50

    2 pieces. Bofrot is a slightly sweet fried doughnut.

  • Shrimp Kabobs Jumbo US$21.95

    Jumbo shrimp kabobs, tossed in a delicious marinade with garlic, fresh herbs and spices.

  • Degue/Burkina - Small US$4.50

    A sweet yogurt millet dish. 8oz.

  • Hausa Koko Millet US$8.95

    A hot spicy millet porridge. (32oz).

  • Chicken Patty US$4.50

    Flaky pastry filled with seasoned shredded chicken and onions.

  • Beef Patty US$4.50

    Flaky pastry filled with seasoned minced beef and onions.

  • Degue/Burkina - Large US$8.50

    A sweet yogurt millet dish. 16oz.

Specialty Drinks 4 dishes

  • Sobolo - Large US$6.50

    Sobolo is a hibiscus drink made from hibscus or roselle petals. (32oz).

  • Ginger Drink - Large US$6.50

    Home-made non-alcoholic ginger drink. Made with fresh ginger, water, lemon, pineapple, and cinnamon. (32oz).

  • Sobolo - Small US$4.50

    Sobolo is a hibiscus drink made from hibscus or roselle petals. (16oz).

  • Ginger Drink - Small US$4.50

    Home-made non-alcoholic ginger drink. Made with fresh ginger, water, lemon, pineapple, and cinnamon. (16oz).

About these prices

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If you’re in the mood for a flavorful and authentic taste of West Africa, then Rainbow African Restaurant - West African Cuisine is the place to be. Located at 312 E Diamond Ave in Gaithersburg, MD, this hidden gem brings the vibrant flavors of West African cuisine right to your table. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or sitting down to enjoy a full meal, the cozy and welcoming atmosphere makes it perfect for any occasion. Rainbow African Restaurant offers a variety of service options, including delivery, takeaway, and dine-in, so you can enjoy your meal however it suits you best.

One of the best things about Rainbow African Restaurant is its diverse menu. From comforting classics to healthy options, there’s something for everyone. If you’re in the mood for a light snack, try one of their delicious small plates or vegetarian options. For those looking to indulge, there are plenty of comfort foods to choose from, with dishes packed full of bold, savory flavors. You’ll also find alcohol options to complement your meal, making it an ideal spot to relax and unwind. Whether you’re a fan of spicy stews or prefer milder flavors, the variety ensures that you’ll find something to enjoy.

Vegetarians will also feel right at home here, as Rainbow African Restaurant offers several plant-based options that are as satisfying as they are flavorful. It’s not just about the food, though - the service is friendly, and the restaurant’s atmosphere is inviting, creating a great dining experience all around. If you’re looking to explore a different side of African cuisine, this restaurant provides an exciting, flavorful journey that you won’t want to miss.

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