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Taste
of Tanzania
Taste of Tanzania
Whether you’re savouring our Savoury street food or indulging in our exquisite main courses, each dish tells a story and transports you to the heart of Tanzania.
POPULAR DISHES
Dagaa Chachandu
Pan-fried sardines marinated in signature ginger, garlic & lemon spices. Served with ONJA sauce and fresh lemon.
£7.50
Chicken wings marinated in ONJA's, signature spices with fresh ginger & garlic and lemon zest
Chicken wings
£6.50
Swahili Meat Samosas
Crispy golden pastries filled with spiced meat, garlic, sweet onions, and fragrant herbs. Finished with a zesty lemon and a hint of chili.
£7.50
Food was amazing, the people’s hospitality was great. I felt welcomed and the food was great!
- Jo
Amazing, tasty food Kind and friendly staff Authentic restaurant
- Kirsten Thomas
Staff were attentive and friendly explaining dishes with real knowledge and enthusiasm..
- Louise Kumar
First time trying Tanzanian food and I was not disappointed!
- Ifekristi Oni
The meat was soft and unctuous and the bananas were cooked perfectly.
- Sayed Kadri
Over hundreds of happy customers have visited our restaurant
I had their grilled sea bass with their magic peanut butter spinach, probably the best meal I’ve had out so far
-Rudo Nikisi
If you want to find the best, friendliest, family-run authentic Tanzanian food - come here.
-Kiddai
fantastic restaurant! a hidden gem near Dewi Sant shopping centre.
- Arun Roy
The food was fantastic! Every mouthful has so much flavour.
- Mary Jacob
The food was delicious and the coffee top notch!
- Paul Wheatry
I had their grilled sea bass with their magic peanut butter spinach, probably the best meal I’ve had out so far
- Rudo Nickisi
OMG! I could’ve honestly licked the plate clean.
- Prudencia Orridge
If you want to find the best, friendliest, family-run authentic Tanzanian food - come here.
- Kiddai
fantastic restaurant! a hidden gem near Dewi Sant shopping centre.
- Arun Roy
The food was delicious and the coffee top notch!
-Paul Wheatry
We are Onja
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Where is Onja located?We are located in St David's Centre by "The Stable" or beside the old Sport's direct. You'll also be able to find us on google maps. Here is our address 9 Barrack Ln, St Davids Centre, Cardiff CF10 2FR.
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Where is Onja from?Our food is comes from our rich Tanzanian heritage. A lot of our food are influenced by our African roots and many of our ingredients and the way we cook all come from our Tanzanian background.
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What are your opening hours?We are open from Tuesday to Sunday 12:00pm - 10:00pm
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Do you offer parking?We don't personally have parking spaces but the closest one we have is the public parking area in John Lewis.
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How long have you been open?We've been open since January 2025 and growing ever since!
