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Est. 2015

Premium Nigerian
Dining House

Experience the bold, authentic flavors of West Africa tailored for the modern palate.

1805 Montana Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA

Best Jollof in Town
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Discover Our Seafood

A premium seafood and chicken experience

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Experience the ultimate flavor celebration.

Treat yourself to the rich, robust taste of Zion Kitchen's signature crab and chicken platters. Perfect for family dinners or a casual weekend gathering, prepared to perfection and ready to indulge.

Premium seafood and chicken plattersBold, authentic Zion Kitchen flavorsSeamless takeout and delivery optionsQuick and easy online ordering
Laurel Kitchen

3563 Russett Green E, Laurel, MD 20724, USA

Ordering Format

Takeout / Delivery available instantly online.

Signature Seafood

Generous portions and vibrant flavors that demand your attention.

Freshly Prepared

Delicious, hot crab and chicken packed and ready for you to take home.

Incredible Flavor

Our rich, velvety sauces make each and every bite unforgettable.

Our Locations

Select Your Location

Each Zion Kitchen location offers a unique gateway to the taste of home. Find the one nearest to you.

Lounge & CafeOpen Now
Washington DC

1805 Montana Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA

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Express KitchenOpen Now
Laurel

3563 Russett Green E, Laurel, MD 20724, USA

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Express KitchenComing Soon
Baltimore

3127 W North Ave, Baltimore, MD 21216, USA

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Curated Masterpieces

Experience the dishes that put us on the map. Each recipe is a labor of love, perfected over decades.

Smoked Jollof Supreme

Smoked Jollof Supreme

Firewood-smoked rice with fried plantains.

Signature Suya

Signature Suya

24-hour marinated beef skewers with yaji spice.

Royal Egusi

Royal Egusi

Rich melon seed soup with pounded yam.

Meal Packs Live

Chef-crafted meal packs built from Zion Kitchen's live Main Dish Combo menu

Build a day-by-day combo lineup, lock in a one-time payment, and review everything inside the member dashboard after checkout.

  • Choose from 7, 14, or 30-day durations
  • One curated main dish combo assigned per day
  • Seven eligible combo meals sourced from the live storefront
  • One-time checkout with no auto-renewal

Curated Menu

Seven sub-$25 combo options

Daily Assignment

Exactly one combo per day

Flexible Fulfillment

Pickup and delivery pricing available

Pricing

Meal pack totals

Pickup + Delivery

7-Day Pack

One combo per day, one-time checkout

Without Delivery

$175

With Delivery

$225

14-Day Pack

One combo per day, one-time checkout

Without Delivery

$350

With Delivery

$440

30-Day Pack

One combo per day, one-time checkout

Without Delivery

$850

With Delivery

$990

The public flow carries both fulfillment options through plan selection, daily meal assignment, and checkout.

Our Experiences

More than food. These are the moments that bring the tribe together.

Suya Night Grill
Every Friday • 7PM

Suya Night

Live Afrobeats, open grill, and the spiciest cuts in the city.

Pepper Soup Hour
Weekends • 11AM

Pepper Soup Hour

The ultimate hangover cure. Fresh fish and goat meat pepper soup.

Why We Do It

"We don't just serve food; we curate experiences. From our slow-simmered stews to our grill-kissed suya."

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The Standard

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Fresh Ingredients

Sourced locally and imported directly from Nigeria for authentic taste.

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Expertly Grilled

Our Signature Suya is marinated for 24 hours and grilled to perfection.

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Seamless Delivery

Hot and fresh delivery across Baltimore, DC, and Laurel regions.

An elegant table setting ready for guests

Secure Your Seat

Dine With Us at
Zion Kitchen

Experience the bold, authentic flavors of Zion Kitchen in an unforgettable atmosphere. Whether it's an intimate date night, a business lunch, or a family gathering, reserve your table and let us take care of the rest.

  • Personalized Dining Experience
  • Perfect for Date Nights & Family Gatherings
  • Fast & Seamless Booking
Book a Table

Celebrate With Us

Host Your Event at
Zion Kitchen Lounge

Looking for the perfect venue for your next celebration? Our Washington DC location features an exclusive lounge and event space, ideal for weekday ceremonies, business seminars, and intimate social gatherings.

  • Attached Club & Lounge (DC Location)
  • Weekday Ceremonies & Business Seminars
  • Intimate Social Event Spaces
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Exclusive Lounge

Wall of Honor

Reviews from our frequent flyers and featured guests from the community.

★★★★★

"The flavors take me right back to Lagos. Absolutely authentic, spicy, and served with a level of class I haven't seen in the US."

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Adeola O.
Food Blogger
★★★★★

"Finally, a Nigerian restaurant in DC that understands fine dining. The service is unmatched and the Jollof is smoky perfection."

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Marcus T.
Navy Yard Resident
★★★★★

"The Suya is legendary. Perfect level of heat. I order the family tray every Sunday for my household and it never disappoints."

C
Chiamaka I.
Loyal Patron