Mawa's African Cuisine (Authentic African & American Cuisine)

I ordered from here on DoorDash right before closing — clearly that’s where I messed up. You would think a business would still care about the quality of the food they send out, but clearly not. I ordered chicken and received fish… fish that I don’t even eat. The plantains were terrible — some were hard as rocks while others were rubbery. $48 for trash. As a first-time customer, they got my $48 once, but they could have made so much more by keeping me coming back. Unfortunately, too many businesses focus on the short term instead of the long term. Never again. 1000% do not recommend save your money and go with a place that actually cares

### 5-Star Review: A Hidden Gem of Authentic West African Delights at Mawa's African Cuisine I recently discovered Mawa's African Cuisine in East Lansdowne, PA, and it was an absolute revelation! Tucked away on Baltimore Avenue, this cozy spot offers a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like stepping into a family home in West Africa. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive—our server took the time to explain the menu and recommend dishes based on our preferences, making the whole experience feel personal and welcoming. We started with the Attiéké & Dibi Lamb with Plantain, and wow, it was perfection. The lamb was tender, perfectly grilled with just the right amount of spice, paired with fluffy attiéké (cassava couscous) and sweet, caramelized plantains. The portions are generou

I ordered a vegan dish through Uber Eats and did not consume it due to food safety and labeling concerns. The container had expiration labels indicating dates that had already passed by the time the order arrived Jan 27th. One label showed a date one day earlier than delivery, and another showed a different date, but regardless of the specific day listed, the label indicated the food had been prepared and held for approximately two weeks, which exceeds standard food safety timelines for prepared dishes. Additionally, the item labeled as “vegan” appeared to contain visible meat. Because of the expiration labeling and incorrect contents, I did not eat the food. Even if food is frozen or reheated, serving items beyond their labeled preparation window and mislabeling dietary items presents

I went to Mawa's African Cuisine on Valentine's Day with my cousin, and honestly it was such a great choice. The food was so good that we were quite for a minute just eating. We ordered the attieke with dibi lamb and wow, the lamb was tender and seasoned to perfection. The attieke was light and fluffy, everything was balanced so well. You can tell that it was made with care and real flavor. We also got the bissap juice and let me tell you it was amazing (one of my favorite drinks). The whole experience felt warm and comforting. You can taste the authenticity in the dish, I am already planning on visiting again!! This place is definitely worth it!

Authentic, delicious, plentiful, and memorable. This is an outstanding African restaurant with great flavor, value, and distinction. For those in Philly, it's worth the drive! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐