So It Is African Market — Local services in Stratford

Love this place! Came here to find ingredients for Egusi Soup and was impressed. The store attendant that helped me was not even of African descent, yet knew where everything was and was so courteous. I found all the ingredients I was looking for and so much more. They have everything from fresh yam and plantain to the yam flour, Amala flour, dries crayfish, Chips, water leaf, palm oil, desserts/snacks, etc. The place is very organized and stocked unlike most West African stores I’ve tried in the past. My partner loved the store as well and was able to find and choose so many options of frozen meats like catfish, lamb, and goat.

They also accept EBT which is a plus! Spent a good 3 figures on my first trip here and plan to return again soon! Highly recommend for anyone searching for any West African spice, herb, or...

We stopped in the staff and owner very knowledgeable on the products. Yua,a Chysz regular chips the kids liked them. Iberia Platanitos salted another taste of the market. They also have other variety such as Grace Tropical Rhythms Reggae Medley from the Caribbean. They carry food from different countries. Tried a prepared beef dish with rice and beans.Before trying the dish they were honest with how the food would be spicy and the flavor. Its unique spicy on a scale of 5. They also have a fish dish with Croclce fish .Sometimes they have other prepared foods this was are first time there.Unique experience and tasting the world one country at a time. Will go back ...

I have been coming here for a while. The prices are high but I like to support. However, They charged me 14.99 for the ginger tea I bought 3 boxes. I went back 1 weeks later and saw that the tea was really 4.99. The owners wife refused to give me the extra tea. I told her that I love the tea so I would just get the additional boxes to make up. She refused and basically told my husband to go F off. We asked to see the owner and she said he went back to Africa. So F off to this store. These establishments need a lesson on American Customer Service. I will report this store on every...