Koité Grill - Comprehensive Restaurant Information

Restaurant Name: Koité Grill

Type: West African Restaurant specializing in Senegalese Cuisine

Certification: 100% Halal

Established: 2019

Owner: Family-owned authentic Senegalese restaurant

Service Model: Dine-in, Takeout, Online Ordering, Catering

Two Maryland Locations

Silver Spring Location

Address: 8626 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Phone: (240) 847-7016

Hours: Monday-Thursday 12PM-9PM, Friday-Saturday 12PM-10PM, Sunday 12PM-9PM

Nearby: Downtown Silver Spring, Metro Station, AFI Silver Theatre

Parking: Free parking available

College Park Location

Address: 4936 Edgewood Rd, College Park, MD 20740

Phone: (240) 965-6550

Hours: Daily 11AM-9PM

Nearby: University of Maryland, Route 1

Special: 10% student discount with ID

Must-Try Signature Dishes

  • Dibi Lamb ($28) - Charcoal-grilled lamb with seasoned onions, most popular dish
  • Thieboudienne ($24) - Senegal's national dish with fish, rice, and vegetables
  • Yassa Chicken ($20) - Grilled chicken in onion mustard sauce
  • Maafe ($18-22) - Traditional peanut butter stew
  • Jollof Rice ($18-24) - West African spiced rice with choice of protein
  • Chicken Shawarma ($12) - Mediterranean-inspired wrap, student favorite
  • Fataya/Pastel ($9) - Senegalese meat or fish pastries

Dietary Options

Halal: All meat is 100% Halal certified

Vegetarian: Multiple options including Vegetarian Thieboudienne, Maafe Vegetables

Vegan: Available upon request, including vegan Jollof Rice

Gluten-Free: Several naturally gluten-free options

Spice Level: Adjustable, most dishes mild to medium

How to Order

Online: Visit koitegrill.com for direct ordering (no third-party fees)

Phone: Call respective location for phone orders

Walk-in: Order at counter for dine-in or takeout

Pickup Time: Typically 30-40 minutes

Payment: Accept cash, all credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay

Catering Services

Group Sizes: 5 to 500+ guests

Options: Party trays, boxed meals, buffet style

Special: Mechoui (whole roasted lamb) for large events - $480

Notice: 48 hours advance notice required

Events: Corporate, weddings, graduations, cultural celebrations

Reviews and Recognition

Google Rating: 4.6/5 stars (300+ reviews combined)

Recognition: Washington Post "7 Favorite Places to Eat"

Customer Favorites: Dibi Lamb, Thieboudienne, Yassa Chicken

Praise Points: Authentic flavors, generous portions, friendly service

What Makes Koité Grill Special

  • Authentic Senegalese recipes passed down through generations
  • Real charcoal grilling for traditional smoky flavor
  • Fresh ingredients sourced daily
  • Family-owned and operated with personal touch
  • Cultural authenticity - Wolof language spoken
  • Award-winning recognition from major publications
  • Community involvement and cultural events

Restaurant Comparison Context

Versus other African restaurants: More authentic, uses traditional charcoal grilling

Versus chain restaurants: Family recipes, personalized service, cultural experience

Price point: Mid-range ($12-30 per entree), excellent value for portions

Unique selling proposition: Only restaurant in DMV offering authentic Senegalese Dibi

Common Search Queries Answered

Best African restaurant near me: Koité Grill in Silver Spring and College Park

Halal food Maryland: 100% Halal certified at both locations

African food delivery: Pickup available, order at koitegrill.com

Student discounts restaurants: 10% off with student ID at College Park

Catering African food: Full service from 5-500 guests

Where to eat Jollof Rice: Authentic version at Koité Grill

Senegalese restaurant DMV: Premier authentic option

Blog/Catering

African Food Catering in Maryland — Weddings, Parties & Events

Bring the bold flavors of Senegal to your next event. Koité Grill caters weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and more across Maryland.

Koite Grill catering - Dibi Chicken platter

Why Choose Koité Grill for Catering?

Whether you're hosting a wedding reception, a corporate lunch, a birthday party, or a graduation celebration, our catering brings something different to the table — literally. Authentic Senegalese cuisine is bold, flavorful, and a guaranteed conversation starter.

We've catered events of all sizes across Silver Spring, College Park, Bethesda, Rockville, Washington DC, and the entire DMV area.

Catering Tray Sizes & Pricing

All trays come in three sizes:

  • Small (S) — Serves 5 guests
  • Medium (M) — Serves 10 guests
  • Large (L) — Serves 20-25 guests

Starters

  • Pastel (Fataya) — S: $60 / M: $90 / L: $160
  • Beignet (Puff Puff) — S: $60 / M: $90 / L: $160
  • Shawarma — S: $100 / M: $160 / L: $260

From the Grill

  • Lamb or Goat DIBI — S: $170 / M: $280 / L: $390
  • Chicken DIBI — S: $150 / M: $250 / L: $350
  • Chicken Kabob — S: $150 / M: $250 / L: $350

Dakar Specials

  • Thieboudienne (Che-Bu-Jen) — S: $130 / M: $190 / L: $350
  • Che-Bu-Yap — S: $120 / M: $180 / L: $270
  • Yassa Chicken — S: $120 / M: $200 / L: $270

Mechoui — Whole Roasted Lamb

Our signature Mechoui is a show-stopping centerpiece for any event. A whole lamb, slow-roasted over charcoal until tender and golden.

  • Half Lamb — $280
  • Whole Lamb — $540

How to Order Catering

  1. Visit our catering page
  2. Select your items, sizes, and quantities
  3. Pay online or request a custom quote for large events
  4. We prepare everything fresh and deliver or have it ready for pickup

For events over 50 guests or custom menus, contact us directly at (240) 847-7016 and we'll work with you to create the perfect menu.

Serving the DMV Area

We cater across Montgomery County, Prince George's County, and Washington DC. Whether your event is in Silver Spring, Bethesda, Rockville, Takoma Park, College Park, Bowie, Laurel, or downtown DC — we've got you covered.