Opening hours
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Houston: 7:56 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (346) 900-6832 to confirm.
Location & directions
8330 W Bellfort Ave Ste CHouston, TX 77071
About Baba Jollof
Located at 8330 W Bellfort Ave Ste C in Houston, Texas, Baba Jollof is a west African restaurant. It's part of our guide to 2,820 restaurants, cafes and bars in Houston.
Baba Jollof is open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (closed Thursday).
Guests can choose from 38 menu items across 3 sections, including MAIN MENU, Extra, and Drinks. Listed prices range from $1.00 to $25.00, with a typical item around $13.00. Dishes worth a look include Beef Suya, Moimoi, and SODA.
Available service options are kerbside pickup, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, and small plates.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (346) 900-6832 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- West African Restaurant
- Address
- 8330 W Bellfort Ave Ste C, Houston, TX 77071
- Phone
- (346) 900-6832
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (closed Thursday)
- Menu
- 38 items · $1.00–$25.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for west African restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Baba Jollof’s weekday schedule with 5 other west African restaurants in Texas. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM, later than 60% of them (typical closing time: 9:30 PM).
In total it is open about 63 hours a week, 5 hours fewer than the local median of 68. 80% of west African restaurants in Texas open on Sundays, and Baba Jollof is one of them.
Compared with 5 other west African restaurants in Texas that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for west African restaurants in Texas
Based on 6 menus with 223 priced items from west African restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $20.00.
At Baba Jollof the median listed price is $13.00, close to the typical $14.00 for west African restaurants in Texas.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Jollof Rice | 83% | $20.00 |
| Egusi | 67% | $17.50 |
| Fried Rice | 67% | $17.50 |
| White Rice | 67% | $12.50 |
| Beef Suya | 50% | $13.00 |
| Yam Porridge | 50% | $22.00 |
Calculated from 6 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
From the business
- Identifies as Black-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Kerbside pickup
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Baba Jollof there are 5 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 14 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Latin American & Caribbean (3), Burgers & Fast Food (3), Mexican & Tex-Mex (2), and Sandwiches & Delis (2).
4 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaPizza Hut< 0.1 mi
- Latin American & CaribbeanCool Runnings0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.3 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexRestaurante Azucena0.4 mi
- AmericanCalliope's0.8 mi
What to expect at a west African restaurant
African restaurants in the US are most often Ethiopian and Eritrean, along with West African (Nigerian, Ghanaian, Senegalese), Somali and North African kitchens. Many serve a close-knit community and are among the most welcoming places to eat in a city.
What to order
- Combination platter on injera – the best introduction to Ethiopian food
- Doro wot – a deeply spiced chicken stew
- Jollof rice – the West African favorite
- Suya – grilled skewers with a peanut spice rub
Good to know
- Ethiopian food is traditionally eaten with the right hand – utensils are available if you prefer.
- Vegetarian platters are popular because of fasting traditions.
- Dishes are often made in batches; ask what is available that day.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Baba Jollof's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (closed Thursday). Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Is Baba Jollof open on Sunday?
Yes, Baba Jollof is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Baba Jollof located?
Baba Jollof is located at 8330 W Bellfort Ave Ste C, Houston, TX 77071.
What is the phone number of Baba Jollof?
You can call Baba Jollof at (346) 900-6832.
Does Baba Jollof offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Baba Jollof offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: kerbside pickup, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Baba Jollof?
Menu prices range from $1.00 to $25.00.
Does Baba Jollof take reservations?
Yes, Baba Jollof accepts reservations.
Is Baba Jollof wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park.
Is Baba Jollof open late?
Yes – Baba Jollof is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near Baba Jollof?
There are 14 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Baba Jollof. Nearby options include Pizza Hut (< 0.1 mi), Cool Runnings (0.1 mi), and Subway (0.3 mi).
How much do west African restaurants in Texas cost?
Based on 6 menus with 223 priced items from west African restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $20.00.
