Brightly colored, relaxed stop turning out East African & Afro-Mediterranean fare, plus a deli. Based on 297 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.8 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup
Address:
719 Payne Ave, St Paul, MN 55130
Phone: (651) 414-0799
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Hours
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11:30 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 12–5 PM |
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Reviews
Mohamed Ahmed
Thank you Karibu! The way the staff looked after my friends and I was second to none. I had the privilege of trying to Philly steak combo. It was fantastic. The in house sauce will have you asking what they put in there. Thanks again Karibu !
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DaMarcus Zeroth
Quaint deli and grocery store on the east side of St. Paul. I came here for the sambusas, which are easily the best in the twin cities. The pastry is crispy and golden on the outside, and soft on the inside. The beef filling is flavorful and packed with spices and all sorts of flavor. The sweet plum dipping sauce compliments the sambusa’s perfectly. They take big orders for catering type events as well!
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Jay Knee
My husband and I had the sambusa & beef suqaar & fries. So delicious and the perfect spiciness! Their variety of sauces are soooooo good! This place is a must try, you’ll love it like we did! We will definitely return. Thank you so much!
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Patrick Kimbrough
I had a good experience here. I stopped by cause I was in the area and this place was highly rated. The place was very clean and bright making for a nice lunch atmosphere. They have patio seating available as well and big windows to people watch or watch traffic while you eat. They do have a small grocery section but it was pretty bare. The lady who took my order was very friendly and had some nice recommendations for food. She was correct on what she told me to order I was not disappointed. If you are near the area and enjoy East African food definitely stop in and give them a try.
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Lizsandra Edwards
Stopped by this place a little after opening on a Friday for lunch. The best part? I loved that you could order something adventurous and different or you could order something simple like a burger too. I ordered the Suqaar which came with steak, veggies and Somali rice. It was really good and it was a good amount of food for about $15. I also got a can of soda for a $1. A couple of my friends ordered too. One ordered Sambusas/Samosas which were 3 for $5.90 and another ordered a burger with fries for $12.99. They also have some grocery items you can purchase. The worst part? We did have to wait about 30 minutes for our food. We were hoping to dine in but then we were running late and when it finally came out, we had to pay to go. The good thing was the meals already came in to go boxes so that made it easier to just take it to go. I also am understanding of the time because there was only one person working the register and cooking the meals. When we got there like at 11:38am, the place had just opened at 11:30am and they already had 5 people there. Then you add our 3 meals so I guess the 30 minutes wasn’t terrible. Plus, the gal working was super nice too. I’d go back for sure though.
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musab mohamed
I recently dined at my Karibu deli and was blown away by the exceptional food and service. The menu offered a range of delectable dishes that were expertly prepared and beautifully presented, showcasing the chefs’ talent and passion. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive, making me feel like a valued guest throughout the evening. The restaurant’s inviting ambiance added to the overall experience, making it a memorable and highly recommended culinary destination.
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Andrew Sean
Karibu is a great restaurant/coffee shop/grocery, with a variety of unique dishes and delicious drinks at very reasonable prices. The staff are always very polite and great to talk to, making the experience that much better. I love this place and would recommend a visit to anyone.
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Thay Thay Thay
First time here and I ordered the Nomad’s Ari (goat meat) and Suqaar Bowl (beef) to try. Both were delicious and very well seasoned. The goat meat was my favorite. Very tender and moist. Only minor complaint was the rice was a little stale and hard, but overall each tasted great. Would definitely come back here again.
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Yak
I had the goat meat with the Somali rice and the spiced Somali tea which they gave it to me free of charge.
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Mohamed Abdulshakur
I recently visited Karibu and I have to say, it was an absolute delight! The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the owners were friendly and attentive. But what really stole the show were the amazing sandwiches and food items on the menu.
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