Ubuntu, now open on Melrose Ave, is L.A.'s newest plant-based restaurant serving up West African inspired dishes by Chef Shenarri Freeman. Chef Shenarri has been nominated for two James Beard Awards for her New York restaurant Cadence.
Menu
JOLLOF ARANCINI Curry, Tomato, Miso
CHARRED OKRA SALAD (GF) Pigeon Peas, Red Kidney Beans, Passion Fruit Vinaigrette
PALM BISQUE Hearts of Palm, Fried Shallots, Parsley Oil
GRILLED CABBAGE (GF) Berbere Butter
LIONS MANE PIE Lions Mane, Habanero, Tamarind Applesauce
TRUMPET MUSHROOMS (GF) Pickled Mustard Seeds, Red Pepper Pesto, Black Garlic
FONIO GRITS (GF) Oyster Mushroom, Tomato, Old Bay
SUYA (GF) Celery Root, Tzatziki, Tomato Confit
WHITE RICE Chives, Benne
WAAKYE RICE
Basmati Rice, Black Eyed Peas
DESSERT
PLANTAIN CARDAMOM TART Toasted Coconut, Berry Compote
PUFF PUFF BREAD Pineapple Ginger-Habanero chutney
7469 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood
Los Angeles, 90046
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