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    FARAJA GARDENS & GRILL

    202 Harpersville Rd

    Newport News, VA 23601


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    FOOD

    APPETIZERS

    • Samosas

      A triangular, fried pastry snack with savory beef fillings
      $2.50+
    • French Fries

      Golden crispy French fries, perfectly seasoned for that perfect taste
      $7.50
    • Sausages

      Authentic Kenya farmer's choice sausages served regular or spiced
      $2.75+
    • French Fries & 2 Sausage

      French Fries and 2 Sausages
      $13.00
    • French Fries & 2 Samosas

      One serving crispy French fries served with 2 Samosas
      $12.50
    • "Mandazi" - Beignet

      A deep-fried, spiced beignet-like treat, an East African delicacy
      $1.75+

    ENTREES

    • "Kuku Curry" - Curry Chicken

      Signature slow-cooked chicken in rich curry sauce, and Kenyan spices. Served with two sides
      $22.50
    • "Madondo" - Red Bean Stew

      A flavorful, thick, and delicious bean stew served with either white rice or chapati
      $18.50
    • "Mbuzi Choma" - Grilled Goat

      Marinated chunks of savory goat meat, char-grilled to a tender and flavorful taste then sautéed with onions, and salt for such a rich and scrumptious meal. Served with two sides of your choice.
      $26.95
    • "Mchuzi wa Mbuzi" - Goat Stew

      Slow-cooked goat stew in a blend of Kenyan spices. Served with two sides of your choice.
      $25.50
    • "Beef Choma" - Grilled Beef

      Charcoal grilled beef marinated with authentic Kenyan spices and sautéed with onions. Served with two sides!
      $25.95
    • "Pilau" - Pilaf

      A Kenyan cuisine rice dish with added beef, fluffy potatoes, and rich aromatic Kenyan spices for a great depth of flavor
      $20.50
    • "Samaki Kaanga" - Whole Tilapia

      Expertly deep-fried whole tilapia with bone. Served with two sides of your choice.
      $24.50
    • Steak Bites & Roasted Potatoes

      Juicy, tender, flavorful and well done beef bites, together with soft delicious roasted potatoes, seasoned in rich authentic Kenyan mixed spices to include among others cinnamon, coriander seeds, nutmeg, cardamoms, cloves, ginger, rosemary, black pepper, paprika, & bay leaves. Garnished with fresh cilantro, and green onions for a finger licking satisfaction.
      $16.99
    • “Nyama Mchuzi” - Beef Stew

      Kenyan-Style Beef Stew Tender beef chunks stewed slowly in rich, authentic Kenyan spices until perfectly moist and flavorful. Infused with aromatic herbs and simmered with sweet carrots for that finger-licking satisfaction. Served with two sides of your choice.
      $24.50

    DESSERTS

    • Sausages

      Authentic Kenya farmer's choice sausages served regular or spiced
      $2.75+
    • Samosas

      A triangular, fried pastry snack with savory beef fillings
      $2.50+
    • Mandazi (Beignet)

      A deep-fried, spiced beignet-like treat, an East African delicacy
      $1.75+

    SIDES

    • NO SIDES

    • Cabbage

      Sauteed steamed cabbage, with a blend of shredded carrots
      $5.00
    • Chapati (African Flat Bread)

      A Kenyan soft, layered, and tasteful flatbread with a leopard skin. It's a great accompaniment for stews, or tea.
      $3.50
    • French Fries

      Golden crispy French fries, perfectly seasoned for that perfect taste
      $7.50
    • Kachumbari (Salsa)

      A refreshing mix of diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and pepper, tossed in lime juice
      $5.00
    • Kunde Greens (Cowpeas)

      A unique traditional vegetable, sautéed, and seasoned for that authentic flavor.
      $7.00
    • Managu (African Nightshade/Garden Huckleberry)

      A nutritious, green leafy vegetable, sautéed with onions, and seasoned with salt for a creamy texture.
      $7.00
    • "Mchicha/Terere" - Pigweed/Amaranthus

      An African indigenous and highly nutritious green/red leafy vegetable, sautéed with onions, ripe tomatoes, and seasoned with salt for that flavor taste.
      $7.00
    • "Mukimo" - (Irio)

      A rich and flavorful mash of potatoes, green peas, corn, green vegetables & sautéed onions, served as an accompaniment for meat-based stew, and Nyama Choma
      $8.00
    • "Sukuma Wiki" - Collard Greens

      Bursting in flavor collard greens sautéed with onions and spices. A healthy accompaniment to many meals.
      $5.00
    • Ugali (White Cornmeal)

      A soft, doughy staple made from cornmeal
      $5.00
    • Wali (White Rice)

      Fluffy white rice, richly boiled & seasoned with salt and authentic herbs.
      $5.00
    • "Ndizi Kaanga" - Plantains

      Sweet dried plantains, fried in savory dishes to a rich golden look, sweet taste, and soft texture.
      $5.00
    • "Kamande" - Lentils

      A humble little legume that packs a punch in both flavor and nutrients, sautéed with onions, carrots and seasoned with salt and authentic spices to a thick soup like dish.
      $6.00
    • "Maharagwe" - Red Beans Stew

      Red beans in rich carrot, & coconut flavor full stew, blended in aromatic spices and brought to a gentle simmer.
      $5.00

    VEGETERIAN

    Healthy & Organic
    • "Ndengu" - Lentils

      A humble little legume that packs a punch in both flavor and nutrients, sautéed with onions, carrots and seasoned with salt and authentic spices to a thick soup like dish. Served with two sides
      $19.50
    • "Maharagwe" - RedBeans

      Red beans in rich carrot, & coconut flavor full stew, blended in aromatic spices and brought to a gentle simmer. Served with two sides of your choice
      $19.00
    • Githeri

      A Kenyan traditional meal of maize and legumes (beans) mixed and boiled together, and thereafter fried and sautéed in different spices, & carrots for a rich and tasteful flavor.
      $16.00

    SALADS

    A refreshing blend of crisp mixed leafy greens, juicy tomatoes, sweet onions, and plump raisins. Served with your choice of ranch or Italian dressing.
    • House Salad

      A refreshing blend of fresh mixed greens, juicy tomatoes, sweet onions, and plump raisins. Served with Ranch or Italian dressing
      $12.00

    SOUPS

    • Supu (Beef)

      Refreshing slow cooked rich broth beef soup with pepper, greens, carrots, & potatoes, boiled in rich aromatic spices like cardamom, garlic, onions, and more.
      $15.00

    BEVERAGES

    Non-Alcoholic Beverages

    • Fanta Orange

      Liberate your every day with fizzy and refreshing fruit-flavored Fanta soda pop
      $2.50
    • Sprite

      Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
      $2.50
    • Coca-Cola

      Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
      $2.50
    • Pepsi

      $2.50
    • Ginger Ale

      $2.50
    • Apple Juice

      Served in a medium glass
      $3.00
    • Orange Juice

      Served in a glass
      $2.75
    • Pineapple Juice

      Served in a glass
      $3.00
    • Water

      Bottled Water
      $2.00
    • Lemonade

      Served in a glass
      $2.50
    • Sweet Tea

      $3.00
    • Coca-Cola Zero Sugar

      Enjoy the great taste of Coca-Cola with zero sugar, zero calories
      $2.50
    • Mango Juice

      Pure, sun-ripened mangoes blended to perfection for a naturally sweet and velvety taste of the tropics. Bursting with freshness and rich in flavor, this signature drink captures the essence of Kenyan sunshine, refreshing, wholesome, and best enjoyed chilled alongside your favorite entrée or as a cool stand-alone delight. Served in a 20 Fl Oz glass.
      $3.00

    Non-Alcoholic Speciality Drinks

    • Sorrel (Hibiscus Tea)

      A vibrant, tangy herbal tea brewed from dried hibiscus petals. Naturally caffeine-free and rich in antioxidants, it's served chilled or warm for a refreshing, floral experience.
      $4.50
    • Dawa

      A mixer of Ginger, Lime/lemon, & honey
      $5.00
    • Black Tea

      Hot Water and Kenyan tea leaves
      $2.50
    • Chai Latte

      Hot Tea, with Milk
      $4.50
    • Drinking Chocolate

      Served Hot or Cold
      $3.50
    • Uji

      Porridge
      $5.00
    • Kahawa - Coffee

      $2.50+

    BULK

    FOOD

    • BEEF STEW (SMALL TRAY)

      $175.00
    • CABBAGE (SMALL TRAY)

      $50.00
    • COLLARD GREEN (SMALL TRAY)

      $60.00
    • FISH - WHOLE TILAPIA

      $20.00
    • PILAU (SMALL TRAY)

      $80.00
    • PILAU (LARGE TRAY)

      $155.00

    APPETIZERS

    • SAMOSA (SMALL TRAY) - 25 PCS

      $56.25
    • SAMOSA (LARGE TRAY) - 50 PCS

      $112.50
    • MANDAZI (LARGE TRAY) - 50PCS

      $80.00
    • MANDAZI (SMALL TRAY) - 25PCS

      $40.00
    • BHAJIA

      $12.50
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    Ginger Ale

    $2.50
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    We'll do our best to accommodate special requests but may not be able to honor all substitutes. Extra charges may apply.
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    All hours
    Sunday12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Monday12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    TuesdayClosed
    WednesdayClosed
    ThursdayClosed
    Friday1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Saturday12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    Faraja Gardens and Grill is a versatile events venue and restaurant offering a unique blend of comfort, convenience, and authentic African-Kenyan cuisine. With both spacious indoor and scenic outdoor settings, it’s the ideal location for weddings, parties, corporate workshops, business seminars, and intimate gatherings. Ample parking and a serene atmosphere make Faraja Gardens and Grill a perfect choice for memorable experiences, whether you're hosting an event or enjoying a delicious meal. Exceptional Events, and Authentic Flavors.

    Location

    202 Harpersville Rd, Newport News, VA 23601

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