2 west african rooms worth the trip across United Kingdom, editor-ranked. All cuisines in United Kingdom.
Ikoyi ★ 4.6 · London
covent-garden · 180 Strand, London WC2R 1EA
Jeremy Chan and Iremae Adeyeri's West African-influenced tasting room on the Strand in London, opened 2017 and Michelin two-starred, on the World's 50 Best.
Tip: Counter seats look directly at the pass; book the corner for two and watch every plate go out.
Akoko ★ 4.2 · London
fitzrovia · 21 Berners Street, London W1T 3LP
Aji Akokomi and Ayo Adeyemi's West African tasting-menu kitchen on Berners Street in Fitzrovia London, opened 2020 and Michelin-starred since 2022.
Tip: Sit at the counter to watch the open kitchen. Wine pairing leans into Lebanese, South African and English wines.