Fufu Lounge — Restaurant in San Diego

I came from San Francisco for my son’s bodybuilding competition and was really looking forward to treating everyone to a nice Nigerian fufu meal. Unfortunately, this was the most disappointing Nigerian food I’ve ever had.

It’s not a sit-down restaurant (which wasn’t clear online), and after paying, I was told Suya Beef wasn’t available. I had to cancel and reorder everything, which was inconvenient. We ordered two sautéed beef dishes, but only one actually had beef — the other was just stew. The Efo with Egusi, Goat Meat, and Sautéed Chicken were all bland, dry, and flavorless. Portions were also very small for the price.

There was none of the authentic flavor, spice, or warmth you expect from Nigerian food. I wish I had read the reviews before coming — I definitely...

Don’t recommend. The food had a strange taste that both my husband and I immediately noticed wasn’t normal. I paid a few dollars more for meat and only received about 2½ small pieces. I ordered the fufu and egusi, but after just tasting it, me and my husband couldn’t eat more—it went straight in the trash.

The portion was small, but that wasn’t even the main issue. I’m not someone who wastes food, but this was a huge waste of $50. Also we ate outside, where flys were attacking my food. The table beside us had some type of Mediterranean food and wasnt bothered at all.

Also I considered the reviews before going, but wanted to try it out after the 5 star review some random made. Never again.

We ended up going to Flavors of East Africa about 10 minutes...

Authentic Nigerian Flavors & Warm Hospitality! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I had the pleasure of dining at Fufu Lounge, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish! The moment I walked in, the warm and inviting atmosphere made me feel right at home. The staff was friendly and attentive, eager to answer any questions about the menu.

Now, let’s talk about the food—absolutely delicious! I tried Jollof rice, Surya, plantains , and it was bursting with authentic Nigerian flavors. The jollof rice was perfectly spiced, the suya had the perfect balance of smokiness and heat.

Portion sizes were generous, and everything was cooked to perfection. If you're looking for a true taste of Nigeria, this is the place to be! I’ll definitely be coming back for more....