Jollof Rice with Chicken
The plate London asks for by name — long-grain rice simmered in a smoky pepper, tomato and onion base until every grain carries that party-jollof flavour, served with seasoned chicken.
Most orderedRoswen Nigeria Restaurant & African Food Store serves authentic home-style Nigerian and West African cooking — jollof rice, egusi soup and fufu, ofada rice and pepper soup — with an African grocery store beside the kitchen. Dine in at the market, take out, or order online.
The plate London asks for by name — long-grain rice simmered in a smoky pepper, tomato and onion base until every grain carries that party-jollof flavour, served with seasoned chicken.
Most ordered
Nigerian-style fried rice stir-fried with liver, mixed vegetables and curry-scented seasoning, finished with grilled chicken — a celebration plate we cook every day.
Party favourite
Local Nigerian ofada rice with fiery green pepper ayamase — the ‘designer’ stew slow-cooked in bleached palm oil with assorted meat.
Properly spicy
Nigerian comfort food at its richest — ground melon seeds cooked down with leafy greens, palm oil and assorted meat, served with soft fufu for scooping.
Comfort classic
Fresh okra simmered with palm oil, crayfish and assorted meat into a light, silky soup — the everyday Nigerian bowl, served with your choice of swallow.
Home-style
A clear, peppery broth built on West African spices with tender assorted meat — the bowl London regulars order when the weather turns.
Warms you up
Home recipes real West African spice
Roswen is an African-owned kitchen inside the historic Covent Garden Market in downtown London, Ontario. We cook traditional Nigerian recipes passed down within our community, then stock the shelves beside us with the garri, fufu flours, palm oil, dried fish and Nigerian spices you need to cook those same flavours at home.
The Roswen family
Authentic Nigerian food right here in London. The jollof rice and chicken tasted just like home – rich, smoky flavour and perfectly cooked rice. Portions are generous and the staff are very friendly.
First time trying Nigerian food and it was amazing. The egusi soup with fufu was so comforting and full of flavour. The lady at the counter explained the dishes and helped me choose.
Great spot in Covent Garden Market. I grabbed jollof with plantain on my lunch break and it was hot, fresh and reasonably priced. You can also buy African groceries right beside the restaurant.
Ordering, delivery neighbourhoods, opening hours, catering and the African food store. Can’t find what you need?
Call (226) 980-5149You can order through any of these:
These ten Nigerian plates are ordered the most in London, Ontario:
We deliver Nigerian food right across London, Ontario. Our closest areas are:
We also serve these London neighbourhoods:
Delivery fees and minimum orders may vary by location.
We’re open 7 days a week:
We’re at 34 Covent Market Place, London, Ontario N6A 1E2 — inside Covent Garden Market in downtown London, a short walk from Victoria Park and the Fanshawe College downtown campus, with market parking next door.
Yes — we prepare catering trays and large orders by request for parties, office lunches, cultural celebrations and family gatherings. Call +1 (226) 980-5149 to plan yours.
Yes. Our African food store sits beside the kitchen and stocks garri, fufu flours, palm oil, dried fish and stockfish, Nigerian spices and seasonings, canned goods, snacks and West African soft drinks — so you can cook the same dishes at home.
Tell our team about any allergies or dietary needs when you order. Several Nigerian soups and stews are made with palm oil, crayfish or dried fish, and meat-free plates such as jollof rice, fried plantain and moi moi are available. We can also guide you on how spicy each dish is.
Order online for pickup or delivery in London, Ontario, or come say hi at the market — the pots are already on.
Prefer to talk? +1 (226) 980-5149
34 Covent Market Place, London, Ontario N6A 1E2
Inside Covent Garden Market, downtown London
Dine-in at the market food court · Takeout & counter pickup · Phone orders · Catering trays by request · African grocery retail