The benue | Nigerian restaurant Toronto | 440 Christie St, Toronto, ON M6G 3C6, Canada

Authentic Nigerian ComfortFood
in Toronto

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Experience the Flavors of Nigeria

Enjoy this authentic Taste of Nigeria in Toronto, you'll ayaz your delicate Flavors experiment.

Party Jollof Rice

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Steamed White Rice

A fluffy and perfectly cooked steamed rice, light and versatile. Best paired with our rich tomato stew, ayamase, or efo-riro.

Jollof Fried Rice Mix

The best of both worlds! A generous half portion of our smoky party jollof rice and flavourful fried rice. Owambe style — just add moin moin and beef or chicken for the full experience.

Native Palm Rice

A village-style rice cooked with smoked fish, crayfish, and palm oil, packed with bold and authentic flavours. A true taste of home.

Jollof Rice Combo

Our famous party jollof rice paired with your choice of tender beef or fish. A hearty and satisfying combo deal that hits every time.

Side Jollof Rice

A small side of our beloved party jollof rice, smoky, spiced and full of flavour. Perfect as an add-on to complete your meal.

Efo-Riro Veggie Soup

tewed greens cooked with palm oil, dried fish, crayfish and fermented locust beans (iru). Soup only

Tomato Assorted Stew

Savoury tomato stew with assorted cuts of beef, best served with steamed rice

Ayamase Assort Stew

A stew of green peppers, iru (fermented locust beans), dried fish, crayfish and palm oil

Okro Smoked Soup

Stewed okro with locust beans, crayfish, smoked fish. Soup only. Please add your choice of meat/fish and swallow for a full experience

Nigerian Chicken Stew

Rich and flavorful stew made with chicken

Classic Tomato Stew

Tomato Stew (no meats/fish included)

Palm Oil Pepper Stew

Buka Style Palm-oil Stew made with bell peppers, iru (fermented locust beans), dried fish, and crayfish

Crispy Fried Turkey

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Benue BBQ Chicken

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Spicy Whole Tilapia

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Assorted Meats Mix

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Gizzard Plantain Mix

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Hard Chicken Pieces

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Fried Whiting Fish

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Asun Goat Meat

A classic Nigerian jollof rice made party style, infused with aromatic spices, rich tomatoes, and irresistible smoky flavours. A crowd favourite every time.

Smooth Pounded Yam

A smooth and stretchy fufu made from white cassava flakes. Best enjoyed with any of our soups or stews.

Steamed Bean Cake

A hearty serving of smooth, stretchy pounded yam made from poundo powder. Perfect to pair with any of our soups or stews. Does not include soup.

Yellow Garri Eba

A savoury steamed bean cake, seasoned and cooked to perfection. A Nigerian classic. May contain fish.

Classic Tomato Stew

A smooth and stretchy fufu made from yellow cassava flakes. Best enjoyed with any of our soups or stews.

Creamy Coleslaw Side

A small side of our famous party jollof rice, smoky, spiced and full of flavour.

White Garri Eba

A fresh and creamy coleslaw made with shredded cabbage and carrots, tossed in a sweet and creamy sauce.

Spicy Pepper Sauce

A small side of our bold and spicy pepper sauce, perfect to complement any dish.

Sweet Puff Puff

Golden, fluffy and deep-fried sweet dough balls, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Served in a pack of 4.

Our Story

Welcome to The Benue, a Nigerian restaurant in Toronto dedicated to sharing authentic Nigerian comfort food and culture. Our kitchen celebrates traditional Nigerian flavors, rich spices, and generous portions that reflect the warmth of Nigerian hospitality.The Benue offers a welcoming place to enjoy food that feels authentic, comforting, and memorable.