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Best East African Restaurants in Illinois

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Honouring the top spots in Illinois.

A table worth seeking out. Meet the restaurants leading the current rankings in Illinois, and discover what puts each one at the top.

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68.5
#1

Chicago Illinois

Mogadishu Restaurant

For a relaxed meal, Mogadishu Restaurant is a local option.

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58.9
#2

Chicago Illinois

BULSHO restaurant

For your next night out, BULSHO restaurant is a local option.

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55.6
#3

Chicago Illinois

Laa Mushkila Restaurant

For dinner with friends, Laa Mushkila Restaurant is a place to keep in mind.

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Cities in Illinois
Chicago8,735Naperville471Springfield455Rockford440Aurora409Peoria389Champaign372Joliet343Schaumburg340Bloomington264Decatur248Evanston227Elgin219Waukegan210Bolingbrook204Orland Park202Skokie176Des Plaines172Arlington Heights165Glenview165Lombard163Niles161Gurnee159Downers Grove157

Top Places in Illinois

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#1

Mogadishu Restaurant

Chicago, Illinois

2
68.5
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Illustrative image: Intimate chef counter at a fine dining restaurant
#2

BULSHO restaurant

Chicago, Illinois

2
58.9
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

Laa Mushkila Restaurant

Chicago, Illinois

2
55.6
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#1

BULSHO restaurant

Chicago, Illinois

58.9
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