Faraja Gardens & Grill

So let me tell you I found this place on DoorDash and I was excited to see another African restaurant place the order from but when I arrive to the address, I was surprised to see it was a house. There’s no sign that says it’s a restaurant, but there was like a little paved parking lot beside the house so I said this must be it and I walked up the ramp to the door from the parking lot and this was the right place that kind of just threw me for a loop. lol the food was very good, but very small portion size. I did take pics but deleted them by accident. It was a leafy green dish and chapati and lentil stew

Excellent service, food was delicious . Will definitely come back. I ordered the whole fried tilapia, comes with two sides.

I would eat at Faraja Gardens and Grill every weekend if I could. The customer service was absolutely amazing, warm, attentive, and genuine. The food? Let’s just say it left me craving more long after the meal was over. The owners are absolutely amazing and so welcoming, which made the entire experience feel like dining with family. Their kindness and hospitality truly set the tone for a memorable evening. This visit was especially meaningful because my husband took me back to Newport News to revisit where we first met 20 plus years ago. Stopping by Faraja Gardens turned that trip down memory lane into something even more special. One thing’s for sure: it won’t take me another 20 years to return to Newport News, because I’ll definitely be coming back to this restaurant very soon. Highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates GREAT food and HEARTFELT hospitality.

Very good food, very nice people. The owners have been working on this project for quite some time. The garden grows much of the produce they use in the dishes. Come by show some love and try some Kenyan food! :)

Amazing food, amazing atmosphere this place is a hidden gem, I never knew this place was here! The food is phenomenal! Will definitely be coming back! Your belly will be super full!

Probably the best Ugali, Tilapia, collard greens and kachumbari I have ever had. Top notch service and the location is amazing.

From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism. The ambiance is perfect – a blend of cozy and elegant that sets the tone for a memorable meal. The food – simply spectacular. Each dish was a work of art, from the beautifully presented appetizers to the perfectly executed main courses. The flavors were bold yet balanced, and you could tell that only the freshest ingredients were used. I highly recommend the [mbuzi,ugali and skuma] – it’s a showstopper for sure!

Yall are my favorite restaurant but doordash says yall are temporarily closed for these past few weeks. Are yall still open in person but not using doordash anymore? 1/25/2026 Update: They've re-opened from their break! Thank you for re-opening! Missed your meals so much, hope everyone is doing well