African Restaurant Week

Ticket sellers for food festivals don’t always feel like part of the neighborhood, but African Restaurant Week manages to anchor itself in the city’s dining calendar. The event acts as a bridge between local eateries and anyone curious about the continent’s flavors, offering passes that unlock menus across multiple boroughs.

Each year the lineup shifts, yet the core idea stays the same: a week-long showcase of dishes that rarely share the same spotlight. Diners can expect everything from West African jollof rice to Ethiopian injera platters, all available through a single purchase. The passes themselves are digital, so there’s no need to track down a physical office—just a phone call away when questions arise.

Directions to the organizing team’s base can be found on the map, though most interaction happens online or over the line. If you’re mapping out which restaurants to hit first, the website breaks down participating spots by neighborhood, making it easier to plan a route that fits your schedule.

For passes or last-minute details, reach out at (646) 643-6261. The event tends to sell out quickly, so checking in early can save a spot at tables that fill up fast. It’s one of those rare city moments where the food, not the venue, takes center stage.