Hakuna Matata Kitchen & Bar

3.4

4 Reviews

$30 and under

African

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:00 PM

Charming
Great for happy hour
Neighborhood gem

Hakuna Matata Kitchen + Bar is a modern East African restaurant offering Portuguese and Indian-inspired cuisine. Experience authentic flavors of East Africa without booking a flight!

Located in the H Street Corridor, our restaurant is in a vibrant neighborhood with quirky bars, hip eateries, and independent shops.

Our Executive Chef, Paul "Smokey" Owono, prepares signature dishes like Mbuzi Mchuzi, a tender goat stew with coconut rice, and vegetarian Coconut Beans.

The ambiance at Hakuna Matata Kitchen + Bar is chic and inviting, blending contemporary and rustic elements. The indoor space features exposed brick walls, geometric hand-painted walls, and sleek furniture, with warm lighting creating a cozy yet upscale vibe. Our soon-to-open outdoor patio, adorned with string lights and lush greenery, offers an enchanting setting perfect for romantic dinners, casual gatherings, or unwinding with a drink. This vibrant and stylish atmosphere promises a memor

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
African, Indian, International
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(202) 525-1578
Website
http://www.hakunakitchenandbar.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1128 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002-4443
Neighborhood
H Street Corridor
Parking details
Street Parking

What people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.4

3.4 based on all time ratings

3.2Food
3.2Service
3.4Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

4 Reviews

S
Sheethal
VIP
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It’s not even open. We arrived and yhe restaurant was closed.
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MICHAEL
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had the Grilled Chicken which was seasoned very well. The Collard Greens were awesome and I will back to try the Fried Red Snapper next time. Cool place for drinks or dinner.
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Edidiong
Houston
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 6, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
When we walked in there was nobody to tells us where to sit. The food came out fragmented instead of together. The goat meat dish was nasty. It tasted burnt, unseasoned, overcooked, amongst other things. This is the 2nd time I tried this dish. The chef was not hospitable and was combative and slightly condescending to the feedback that was requested to us. The bartender was great though! I enjoyed the ginger hibiscus drink. The restaurant has potential, however it is fairly new and there's a few things that need to be addressed: better food, more staff, more hospitality.
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Vinette
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was delicious, fresh and full of flavor. The staff was friendly and aimed to please. The came quickly. The drinks were fantastic.
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Hakuna Matata Kitchen & Bar is rated 3.4 stars by 4 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:00 PM

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1128 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002-4443

Additional information

Neighborhood
H Street Corridor
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
African, Indian, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking

Website
http://www.hakunakitchenandbar.com/
Phone number
(202) 525-1578

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