Did I say how much I LOVE this restaurant? Okay, let me say it: I love this restaurant!
I stumbled across this gem while dating the sweetest Somali man (Muhammad) here in Oakland some time ago. He took me to Red Sea and told me they had the best African Food in the Bay Area. Very bold statement to make and I've been to some really good ones.
But you know; when I really think about it--he was right! Blue Nile, Cafe Eritrea d'Afrique and Asmara don't really hold a candle to Red Sea. The service is always friendly and the food always fresh and oh-so-good!
It is a great first date restaurant or first anything...and OMG the vegetarian options are soooooo gooood! The yellow lentils are my fav and the red lentils are perfectly spiced and cooked. Collard greens chopped fine, red sauce with Serrano chillies, lightly dressed salad with fresh injera, and oh, did I mentioned the lamb pieces cooked in spiced butter and chillies (Kilwa Begee) melts in your mouth.
A truly religious experience. Be prepared to wait a while; perfection takes time and have some honey wine and meat samosas/sambosas (though I really wish they would bring back the homemade honey wine)! The music coming from their bar next door adds a pleasant accompaniment to the meal. You will leave with a smile on your face!
Big-Ups to East Africa!!!!
Stalwartheart
"Strong-Heart"
Let's Eat!
- Chef Ikeena Reed, creator of California Soul™ Cuisine
- Oakland, California, United States
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