The fried chicken at the West African restaurant’s flagship location is a vivid thrill, thanks to deeply seasoned meat (the chicken is roasted before it’s fried) and the tension between suya pepper spices and agave-based syrup on its sticky-crisp exterior. That, and a side of Senegalese maafe stew, warrant a return visit to Yum Village.

New Center's favorite Afro-Caribbean takeout is known for its jerk chicken and curry goat entrees, so we were surprised to see Yum's fried chicken on the list.

Yum Village’s new West Village location in Detroit features carry-out options, outdoor seating, and come Spring 2023 a Sunday brunch event with DJ and Djembe Player…

Yum Village, a fast-casual Afro-Caribbean restaurant in Cleveland, is having its official grand opening on February 4. Most of the food is non-GMO and vegan, but meat and chicken dishes are also offered.

“You'll see customers smile when their food is handed to them from behind the counter — they know it's about to be good.”

The Suya Chicken and Waffles dish at Yum Village in Detroit has smoky chicken that complements a sweet waffle, and is served with truffle oil-infused stewed greens that offers a balance of tender leaves and stems with a crunch in ever bite.

“The bar serves only brands by people of color.”

The restaurant's menu includes Afro-Caribbean dishes such as customizable rice bowls with oxtails and jerk chicken, as well as vegan options. In addition to its focus on good, healthy food, Yum Village aims to be a model for Black-owned businesses and offers a $15-an-hour wage, employee kickback programs, and a commitment to using halal meats and Ohio City produce. The restaurant also has a food truck and previously operated a food hub in Detroit called YumVillage Marketplace.