Welcome to the website of KwaTay's Restaurant & Lounge. KwaTay's Restaurant is an African Restaurant specializing in Ghanaian dishes. We serve authentic Ghanaian dishes like Fufu, Banku, Waakye, Red Red and other delicious foods from Ghana. As we grow, our goal is to expand into preparing cuisines from other parts of Africa.  KwaTay's will like to grow into the image of Africa as far as food is concern.  When you visit KwaTay's Restaurant & Lounge, you're in for a treat. Experience our mouthwatering, delicious stews made of Goat, Chicken & Beef, hand picked Tilapias, scrumptious stews or any of our other mouthwatering dishes. Our chefs are renowned for their creative combination of African Herbs, spices and sauces. Check out our menu page to see what we have to offer. No matter what you do, don't forget to try our signature samosas, they're a hit with all our customers.

 

Our warm and charming atmosphere will instantly relax you while our attentive staff spoil you. Weekly menu specials offer unique flavors and pairings.

 

KwaTay's Restaurant & Lounge is the perfect destination for your next night out, whether an intimate dinner for two or a large group celebration. We serve dinner 6 nights a week.  Stay after dinner on the weekends for dancing to tunes of African & Reggae Music.

 

Please call for reservations. Gift certificates available.

 (206) 588-2070

                   What They are Saying

Seattle, WA

Wow! Great atmosphere, tasty happy hour food (the chicken skewers are affordable and delicious).

I have been twice now for happy hour and cannot wait to go back for the entertainment they have on some weekend nights. I understand the show involves West African hip hop and, at other times, solo singers from places like Tanzania.

Easy parking and the happy hour is from 3-7pm. I am happy to have more variety in the Queen Anne area.

An individual website for the restaurant would be great.

This is as good as it gets without going to West Africa for authentic atmosphere and the food may even be better here.

I will be back. Thank you Kwa Tay's!

Seattle, WA

This place is perfect - I actually felt like I was in West Africa for a bit.

Good, authentic West African food has been, until now, impossible to find in Seattle. There are a few places out there that I would say serve food that is 'inspired' by West Africa, but this is the real deal.  I had fufu and palm nut soup and oh my, I felt like I was back in the village eating alongside a cooking fire.

My boyfriend had the Banku with Shito; the Talapia was fried to perfection.  This is a very hot and spicy dish, but it was well done.  Our friend had a beans and rice dish with goat (forgot the name).  Extra bonus: KwaTay sources their goat from Auburn - local goat!  Everyone enjoyed their dishes immensely.

The decor was awesome - just like a restaurant in Accra.  Masks, painted walls, a mirror on the dance floor, and Coupe Decale (Ivorian pop music) on the speakers.  Just a good time!

If you've been to West Africa, you're going to feel like you finally found a little piece of it here in Seattle.  If you're new to West Africa, stop by and check out a little bit of Ghana - good food, good music, and incredibly friendly people.  The staff at KwaTay is only too happy to explain dishes to you and put you at ease.  This is a great chance to try something new and support a new local.

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"Good food" by Mark H (3 reviews)

November 07, 2009 - Really likes it - I went for lunch and thought the food was great. They have a nice selection of authentic foods (the goat was wonderful) at a decent price. The atmosphere isn't great but the food more than makes up for that.

315-1st Ave. N.

Seattle, WA. 98165

( Across from The Key Arena West gate)

 

Mon: 3:00- 9:00am

Tue - Thu: 12:00PM - 9:00pm

Fri - Sat 12pm - 2am

Sun: 1:00pm - 2:00am

Happy Hour M-F 3pm - 7pm

Half off all Appetizers