Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Columbia: 8:26 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (803) 834-4364 to confirm.
Location & directions
10203 Two Notch RdColumbia, SC 29229
About Le Bambou Restaurant Africain
Looking for a west African restaurant in Columbia? Le Bambou Restaurant Africain is at 10203 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, South Carolina. Our Columbia guide covers 367 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. It sits in the mid-range price range ($20–30 per person).
Le Bambou Restaurant Africain is open 3 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday).
Guests can choose from 38 menu items across 12 sections, including Starters, Rice, Chawarma, Chicken, and Beef. Listed prices range from $2.50 to $26.99, with a typical item around $9.49. You will find options like Fried Plantain, White Rice, and Chicken Chawarma.
Service options include no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, quiet, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups, locals, and tourists. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, healthy options, small plates, vegan options, and vegetarian options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (803) 834-4364 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- West African Restaurant
- Address
- 10203 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29229
- Phone
- (803) 834-4364
- Price range
- $20–30 per person
- Hours
- Open 3 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday)
- Menu
- 38 items · $2.50–$26.99
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for west African restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
Typical prices for west African restaurants across the US
Based on 32 menus with 1,411 priced items from west African restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $19.00.
At Le Bambou Restaurant Africain the median listed price is $9.49, lower than the typical $12.00 for west African restaurants across the US.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Jollof Rice | 59% | $14.99 |
| White Rice | 44% | $6.00 |
| Egusi | 31% | $20.00 |
| Egusi Soup | 28% | $20.00 |
| Suya | 28% | $16.00 |
| Fried Rice | 28% | $20.00 |
| Yam Porridge | 22% | $21.50 |
| Fried Plantain | 19% | $4.00 |
Calculated from 32 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Locals
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Le Bambou Restaurant Africain there are 17 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 34 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (5), Pizza (4), Bakeries & Desserts (4), and Sandwiches & Delis (4).
15 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Sandwiches & DelisArby's< 0.1 mi
- ItalianOlive Garden0.2 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsSmallcakes0.2 mi
- SeafoodRed Lobster0.3 mi
- PizzaMarco's Pizza0.3 mi
What to expect at a west African restaurant
African restaurants in the US are most often Ethiopian and Eritrean, along with West African (Nigerian, Ghanaian, Senegalese), Somali and North African kitchens. Many serve a close-knit community and are among the most welcoming places to eat in a city.
What to order
- Combination platter on injera – the best introduction to Ethiopian food
- Doro wot – a deeply spiced chicken stew
- Jollof rice – the West African favorite
- Suya – grilled skewers with a peanut spice rub
Good to know
- Ethiopian food is traditionally eaten with the right hand – utensils are available if you prefer.
- Vegetarian platters are popular because of fasting traditions.
- Dishes are often made in batches; ask what is available that day.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Le Bambou Restaurant Africain's opening hours?
Open 3 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Le Bambou Restaurant Africain open on Sunday?
No, Le Bambou Restaurant Africain is closed on Sundays.
Where is Le Bambou Restaurant Africain located?
Le Bambou Restaurant Africain is located at 10203 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29229.
What is the phone number of Le Bambou Restaurant Africain?
You can call Le Bambou Restaurant Africain at (803) 834-4364.
Does Le Bambou Restaurant Africain offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Le Bambou Restaurant Africain offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Le Bambou Restaurant Africain?
The typical price range at Le Bambou Restaurant Africain is $20–30 per person. Menu prices range from $2.50 to $26.99.
Does Le Bambou Restaurant Africain take reservations?
Yes, Le Bambou Restaurant Africain accepts reservations.
Is Le Bambou Restaurant Africain wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Le Bambou Restaurant Africain open late?
No, Le Bambou Restaurant Africain usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Le Bambou Restaurant Africain?
There are 34 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Le Bambou Restaurant Africain. Nearby options include Arby's (< 0.1 mi), Olive Garden (0.2 mi), and Smallcakes (0.2 mi).
How much do west African restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 32 menus with 1,411 priced items from west African restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.00 and $19.00.
