If you’re looking for something flavorful, warm, and a little different from the usual Las Vegas dining routine, Calabash African Kitchen is absolutely worth knowing about. Located at 1750 S. Rainbow Blvd, Suite 8 in Las Vegas, Calabash brings the rich food traditions of Senegal and The Gambia to Southern Nevada with a menu built around bold spices, comforting stews, grilled meats, rice dishes, and West African hospitality.
What I like about Calabash is that it feels personal. The restaurant was founded by Oulay Ceesay Fisher, who came from The Gambia and grew up with a family tradition of preparing Senegambian cuisine. Their food draws from the culinary culture of the Jollof people, spanning Senegal and The Gambia, with dishes known for layered spices, rice, stews, grilling, and deep flavor.
The menu has a lot of dishes that are both comforting and exciting to try. A few standouts include Jollof Rice “Cheb / Benechin,” Egusi Soup with Fufu, Oxtail Stew, Red Snapper, Peanut Butter Stew “Mafe-Domoda,” Fataya Pies / Empanadas, Fried Plantains, Okra Stew, Goat Pepper Soup, and Grilled Meat “Dibi / Afra / Suya.” Their menu also offers many gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly options, which makes it approachable for different kinds of diners.
A few reasons Calabash African Kitchen stands out:
West African restaurant in Las Vegas
Senegambian cuisine from Senegal and The Gambia
Jollof rice, egusi soup, fufu, oxtail stew, and red snapper
Peanut butter stew, grilled meats, fataya pies, and fried plantains
Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly options
Carryout and delivery available
Reservations for small and large groups
Catering and private get-together options
Live music on Fridays and Saturdays
Afrobeats DJ on Sundays
There’s also a fun social side to Calabash. The restaurant has offered live music on Fridays and Saturdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., plus an Afrobeats DJ on Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. That makes it more than a place to grab dinner — it’s a place to experience the food, music, and energy of West African culture in Las Vegas.
Calabash also works well for groups and events. They take reservations, welcome small and large groups, and offer options for hosting get-togethers and catering. Online ordering is available for carryout and delivery in the Las Vegas area, and pickup and delivery hours are listed as Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the restaurant closed Mondays.
My take is this: Calabash African Kitchen is a special Las Vegas restaurant because it gives locals a true taste of Senegambian food and culture. Whether you’re already familiar with West African dishes or trying jollof rice and fufu for the first time, this is the kind of locally owned restaurant that makes the city’s food scene more interesting, more personal, and more connected to the world.
Important Business Information
Business: Calabash African Kitchen
Address: 1750 S. Rainbow Blvd, Suite 8, Las Vegas, NV 89146
Phone: 702-331-6440
Email: [email protected]
Cuisine: West African, Senegambian, Senegalese, Gambian
Known For: Jollof Rice, Egusi Soup with Fufu, Oxtail Stew, Red Snapper, Peanut Butter Stew, Fataya Pies, Fried Plantains, Grilled Meat, Okra Stew, Goat Pepper Soup
Hours: Open Tuesday–Sunday, 11:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; closed Mondays
Pickup and Delivery: Tuesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Services: Dine-in, carryout, delivery, reservations, catering, private get-togethers
Entertainment: Live music Fridays and Saturdays; Afrobeats DJ on Sundays
Good For: West African food, family dinners, date nights, group meals, cultural dining, catering, live music, and anyone looking for authentic Senegambian cuisine in Las Vegas
Website: calabashafricankitchen.com
