Chez Rama Restaurant — Senegalese Cuisine

Address: 3669 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43227 MapQuest+2chezrama.com+2
Phone: (614) 237-9315 chezrama.com+1
Website: chezrama.com chezrama.com

OVERVIEW

Chez Rama Restaurant brings the rich, bold flavors of Senegal to Columbus, OH. Located in a welcoming strip-mall location on East Livingston Avenue, this family-owned spot specializes in traditional West African dishes made with fresh ingredients and authentic seasonings. Yelp+2MapQuest+2

Whether you’re seeking a comforting bowl of gumbo or a festive platter to share with friends, Chez Rama offers a warm atmosphere and generous portions that resonate with both those familiar with Senegalese cuisine and newcomers alike. chezrama.com+3MapQuest+3chezrama.com+3

THE RESTAURANT

Inside, you’ll find casual, cozy surroundings that emphasize comfort over flash. The décor is modest but warm, and the focus is clearly on food, service, and cultural authenticity. Yelp+2chezrama.com+2

Because the restaurant is family-based and community-rooted, expect friendly staff who are eager to introduce you to dishes you may not have tried before. Facebook+2chezrama.com+2

MENU HIGHLIGHTS

Here are some of the standout items you’ll find at Chez Rama:

Signature Dishes & Weekly Specials

• Yassa Guinaar — grilled, marinated chicken in onion, mustard, and lemon sauce chezrama.com+1

• Soupou Kandja — Senegalese-style gumbo with lamb, fish bits, shrimp, okra, and palm oil chezrama.com

• Thiebou Jeun (Red & White) — Senegal’s national dish: fish and rice, stewed with vegetables chezrama.com+2chezrama.com+2

• Maafe / Mafe Yapp — lamb in peanut-tomato sauce served with vegetables and rice chezrama.com+2chezrama.com+2

• Grilled Proteins — mixtures of lamb, chicken, or fish (Poisson Grille, Brochette, Dibbi) chezrama.com+2chezrama.com+2

• Sides & Extras — Plantains, white or brown rice, salad, couscous, fries, etc. MapQuest+3chezrama.com+3chezrama.com+3

• Beverages & Desserts — Bissap, Ginger juice, Bouye, Mango drinks, and Thiakri desserts chezrama.com+2chezrama.com+2

Pricing / Portions
Many of the lunch/dinner entrees are priced around $12 depending on the dish. chezrama.com+1

HOURS & SERVICE

• Open Daily: 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. chezrama.com+2MapQuest+2

• Catering / Private Events: Available for special occasions, group orders, and cultural gatherings (contact ahead)

• Seating & Environment: Casual dining; good for families, groups, and relaxed meals

COMMUNITY & CULTURAL VIBE

Chez Rama isn’t just a place to eat — it’s a cultural touchstone for the Senegalese and broader West African community in Columbus. Over its many years in business, it has become a gathering place for celebrations, reunions, and connecting with heritage. Facebook+2Yelp+2

The restaurant embraces its role as a cultural ambassador by offering dishes that tell stories and tastes that evoke home. Whether it’s a weekly regular or someone discovering Senegalese food for the first time, guests are welcomed into a shared experience.

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