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Dimaensa Restaurant

4.2 (2570 reviews)
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Jollof Rice

Mentioned multiple times as delicious and well-prepared, often paired with grilled chicken, chicken wings, or beef. Reviews highlight its great taste and note it as one of the signature and highly recommended dishes.

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Fufu

Frequently praised as the best fufu in Accra, served traditionally and with great taste. It is highly popular among diners and described as a must-try local delicacy that represents authentic Ghanaian culinary tradition.

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Tilapia

Recommended by several reviewers for its amazing taste, often ordered alongside jollof rice and chicken wings. It is noted for being flavorful and well-cooked.

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Chicken Wings

Praised as part of a great meal combo with tilapia and jollof rice, described as tasty and satisfying.

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Beef Fried Rice

Mentioned as very good and delicious, appreciated by diners looking for rice dishes with a local twist.

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Groundnut Soup

Highly recommended for its authentic flavor and considered a standout local dish that complements the overall dining experience.

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Kebabs

Suggested to take home due to their great taste, indicating they are a popular item among guests.

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Tou Zaafi

Noted as a special dish reserved for Sundays, part of the daily local meal packages, and appreciated for its authentic local flavor.

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Light Soup

Praised for its great taste and traditional African style, often enjoyed with fufu.

Location details

52 Swaniker St, Accra, GH

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Hours

Monday 11:30 AM to 11 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM to 11 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM to 11 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM to 11 PM
Friday 11:30 AM to 11 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM to 11 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM to 11 PM

About Dimaensa Restaurant

Dimaensa Restaurant is a Ghanaian restaurant in Accra serving local dishes such as fufu, banku, jollof, okro, groundnut soup, tilapia, grilled chicken, beef fried rice, and chicken wings. Reviewers consistently praise the authentic local flavors, especially the fufu with light soup, jollof rice, and groundnut soup, along with the traditional serving style in clay bowls and asanka. The setting is described as clean, cozy, rustic, and airy, with both indoor and outdoor seating, rooftop seating, and live music. The price range is GH₵50–100, and reviews often mention that the food and drinks are reasonably priced.

Amenities & services

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Rooftop seating
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • All you can eat
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Frequently asked questions

What is Dimaensa Restaurant known for?

Dimaensa Restaurant is best known for authentic Ghanaian dishes, especially fufu with light soup, jollof rice, and groundnut soup. Reviewers also mention tilapia, grilled chicken, and the traditional serving style in clay bowls and asanka, which adds to the local dining experience.

What dishes are most recommended at Dimaensa Restaurant?

Reviewers most often recommend the fufu with light soup, jollof rice, groundnut soup, tilapia, and grilled chicken. Other specific dishes that come up positively are beef fried rice, chicken wings, and kebabs, with several comments saying the food is tasty, spicy, and well presented.

What is the atmosphere like at Dimaensa Restaurant?

The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and sometimes romantic, with a rustic local feel, wooden furniture, mats, and greenery. It seems to work well for groups and solo diners, and the rooftop seating and live music add to the experience.

Is Dimaensa Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?

The price range is GH₵50–100, and multiple reviews say the food and drinks are affordable or not overpriced. Guests specifically mention that the portions and presentation feel worth the cost, especially for local dishes like jollof rice, fufu, and grilled chicken.

Is there usually a wait at Dimaensa Restaurant?

Yes, the restaurant is noted as usually having a wait, and one review says Sunday afternoons can be crowded. At the same time, other guests mention quick food readiness on some visits, so the wait seems to depend on the time and day.

Is parking available at Dimaensa Restaurant?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Is Dimaensa Restaurant kid-friendly?

Yes, Dimaensa Restaurant is good for kids.

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