Southwark, West African Restaurant Guide

“If you like Akoko you will like Akara” – Aji Akokomi’s more casual (and much more affordable!) new spin-off to his increasingly famous Fitzrovia HQ occupies a shiny new unit in Borough Yards and opened in October 2023. Like the mothership, it‘s dedicated to putting a “refined” spin on West African culinary traditions. “The akara dumplings [for which it’s named] are a must” and contribute to a menu of dishes which “whilst carrying some West African spice still remain delicate”, (although some of the accompanying sauces are pretty fiery). The tasteful, upbeat interior is “open and airy with good table spacing, and service is very attentive”.