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Cafe Nema
1334 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
+1 202 667 3215
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#116 of 193 restaurants rated by Real Travelers

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The cuisine in this U-Street restaurant is mainly North African and Middle Eastern, but Italian and Somali dishes are also served here. The dining room is small and cozy. Local artists display their work on its brick walls. A long bar on one end of the restaurant is home to cafe regulars. House specialties include stuffed chicken and breads stuffed with meat or vegetables. Many entrées are served with a delicious Somali-style rice. Traditional pastas, kabobs, salads and sandwiches are also available.Takeaway available.

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Directions

U Street-Cardozo

Hours

Noon-11p M-Sa, 1p-11p Su

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