Naima K.
3/20/2025
NEW OWNER ALERT I'm gonna say that although things have changed, the newest owner has gotten back to the foundations as far as Bukom being a community atmosphere where you can hear live music...
Bukom Cafe
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2442 18th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
History
Named after a bustling square in Accra, the capital of Ghana, this restaurant and live-music hot spot is a classic in the everchanging Adams Morgan. Whether you come for the delicious foods, strong drinks, or live music, Bukom Cafe is open and ready to share the variety of West African culture. We've been featured in Bon Appetit Magazine, the Washington Post, BBC, and many boutique and world-renowned media outlets. We hope to see you soon!
Specialties
African Food, West African food, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Live Reggae Music, Soca Music, Calyso, Highlife music
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Reviews
4.0385 reviews
Rumesh V.
12/5/2024
If you want to try some authentic Nigerian, Ghanaian food, this is a great place for it. Since coming back from my African trip, I have been craving fufu and egusi. Finally found the right time...
Eunice I.
11/22/2024
I've been meaning to check out Bukom Cafe for at least a year now, and I finally made my way over yesterday evening after a work event. I heard it was reggae Thursdays where they'd have a live...
Ememabasi I.
8/4/2024
For homesick Africans, this place is your you! Bukom is a homey restaurant/cafe in DC, with food, drinks, and music that will make you feel like you're back in the village. At least, that's my...
Marie T.
7/22/2024
Interesting space! I just ordered the bukom wings as well as the Sexy ginger cocktail. Wings were pretty basic, crispy, well-seasoned, and super filling. The cocktail was soooo good. you could...
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