Opening hours
Closed · opens 12:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Homewood: 10:00 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (708) 960-4166 to confirm.
Location & directions
18201 Dixie Hwy ste bHomewood, IL 60430
About Homewood African Food Factory & Grill
Looking for an African restaurant in Homewood? Homewood African Food Factory & Grill is at 18201 Dixie Hwy ste b, Homewood, Illinois. Our Homewood guide covers 36 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. Expect affordable prices, around $10–20 per person.
Homewood African Food Factory & Grill is open 5 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday).
The menu we have on file lists 3 items. You will find options like Jollof Rice& Goat Meat, White Rice Beans and Ayamase Sauce, and Sausage Roll.
Service options include delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cosy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, healthy options, quick bite, small plates, and vegan options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards and debit cards. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. For questions or orders, call (708) 960-4166.
Quick facts
- Category
- African Restaurant
- Address
- 18201 Dixie Hwy ste b, Homewood, IL 60430
- Phone
- (708) 960-4166
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday)
- Menu
- 3 items
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for African restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Homewood African Food Factory & Grill’s weekday schedule with 6 other African restaurants in Illinois. On a typical weekday it opens at 12:00 PM, close to the local norm of 11:30 AM and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 8:30 PM.
In total it is open about 45 hours a week, about the same as the local median (45.8 hours). 83% of African restaurants in Illinois open on Sundays; Homewood African Food Factory & Grill does not.
Compared with 6 other African restaurants in Illinois that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for African restaurants in Illinois
Based on 5 menus with 137 priced items from African restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $10.95, and half of all items are priced between $5.50 and $17.99.
Calculated from 5 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
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
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
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 Homewood African Food Factory & Grill there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 11 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bakeries & Desserts (5), Pizza (4), Sandwiches & Delis (1), and Cafes & Coffee (1).
3 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaMarco's Pizza0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeStarbucks0.2 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDairy Queen0.4 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.9 mi
- AmericanFlossmoor Station Restaurant & Brewery1.3 mi
What to expect at an 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 Homewood African Food Factory & Grill's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday and Sunday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Homewood African Food Factory & Grill open on Sunday?
No, Homewood African Food Factory & Grill is closed on Sundays.
Where is Homewood African Food Factory & Grill located?
Homewood African Food Factory & Grill is located at 18201 Dixie Hwy ste b, Homewood, IL 60430.
What is the phone number of Homewood African Food Factory & Grill?
You can call Homewood African Food Factory & Grill at (708) 960-4166.
Does Homewood African Food Factory & Grill offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Homewood African Food Factory & Grill offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Homewood African Food Factory & Grill?
The typical price range at Homewood African Food Factory & Grill is $10–20 per person.
Is Homewood African Food Factory & Grill wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Homewood African Food Factory & Grill good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids.
Is Homewood African Food Factory & Grill open late?
No, Homewood African Food Factory & Grill usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Homewood African Food Factory & Grill?
There are 11 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Homewood African Food Factory & Grill. Nearby options include Marco's Pizza (0.1 mi), Starbucks (0.2 mi), and Dairy Queen (0.4 mi).
How much do African restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 5 menus with 137 priced items from African restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $10.95, and half of all items are priced between $5.50 and $17.99.
