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Top 10 Nigerian Dishes You Must Try in the DMV

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  • 25 August 2025

Top 10 Nigerian Dishes You Must Try in the DMV

If you’re in the DMV and you haven’t tasted these Nigerian dishes, you’re seriously missing out.

Whether you grew up eating them or you’re just curious about Nigerian food, these meals will make your taste buds dance. And the good news? You don’t need to travel to Nigeria to enjoy them. Just stop by SeyosGrill’s, where we serve the real deal—fresh, tasty, and made with love.

Here are 10 Nigerian dishes you’ve got to try if you’re in the DC, Maryland, or Virginia area:

1.SuyaSpicy, smoky, and oh-so-good. Suya is one of Nigeria’s most loved street foods, and at SeyosGrill’s, we’ve nailed it. It’s thinly sliced beef, seasoned with suya spice, and grilled to perfection. Served with onions and pepper you’ll keep coming back for more.
Shawarma
2.ShawarmaNot your regular shawarma. Nigerian-style shawarma is in a league of its own. Ours is packed with juicy chicken or beef, creamy garlic sauce, spicy pepper sauce, and rolled in warm flatbread. One bite and you’ll understand why it’s a DMV favorite. We have chicken shawarma, beef shawarma and combo shawarma.

3. Abula

If you love Yoruba food, you’ll know this one. Abula combines amala, gbegiri (bean soup), ewedu (green draw soup), and spicy meat stew. It’s rich, tasty, and perfect for anyone craving that “home-cooked” vibe.

4. Ewa Agoyin

This one hits different. Ewa Agoyin is soft mashed beans served with spicy pepper sauce. Add some fried plantain on the side, and you’ve got comfort food at its finest. A favorite for many in the DMV.

Grilled Tilapia
5. Grilled TilapiaOur tilapia is seasoned with just the right spices and grilled till it’s juicy inside and crispy outside. Pair it with sweet fried plantains, and you’ve got a satisfying meal packed with flavor.

6. Okro Soup with Swallow

Some like it slimy okro soup is for you. We cook it with meat, fish, and the right amount of seasoning. Enjoy it with amala, semo, or pounded yam for the full experience.

Jollof rice
7. Jollof RiceYou already know. Jollof rice is a national treasure. Ours is cooked party-style—rich, smoky, and delicious. Served with plantain and your choice of chicken, beef, or fish. It’s a must at SeyosGrill’s.

8. Egusi Soup with Pounded Yam

This soup is thick, nutty, and packed with meat. Egusi (melon seed soup) goes perfectly with soft, stretchy pounded yam. It’s a top choice for anyone who loves traditional Nigerian soups.

9. AsunLove spicy food? Try asun. It’s roasted goat meat tossed in hot pepper sauce. Tender, smoky, and full of flavor—it’s the perfect side dish or snack.
10. Meat PieLooking for a snack? Our Nigerian meat pies are golden, flaky, and stuffed with minced beef, potatoes, and carrots. Grab one on the go or order a bunch for your next party.

Why SeyosGrill’s?

We’re not just another restaurant, we’re bringing a taste of real Nigerian food to the DMV. Whether you’re Nigerian, African, or just someone who loves good food, SeyosGrill’s is the spot to get your favorites fresh, fast, and full of flavor.

Come Taste the Vibes!

If you’re in the DMV and craving authentic Nigerian dishes, pull up to SeyosGrill’s. We’ve got the suya, shawarma, abula, ewa agoyin, jollof rice, and more. Dine in, take out, or order online, we’re ready to serve you!