Located in East Hollywood
Pan-African Bistro & Wine Bar
A restaurant by day.
A destination by night.
Located on Hollywood Boulevard, Flavors from Afar is a Pan-African bistro and wine bar celebrating Africa's diverse cuisines and diaspora flavors. Explore our menu alongside African wines, beers, and nonalcoholic beverages in a welcoming space designed for gathering, connecting, and feeling at home. Every visit also makes a difference, with a portion of each sale supporting local refugee and immigrant families.
One continent.
Many kitchens.
From the Swahili Coast to the kitchens of West Africa, explore the flavors that bring our table together.
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Feel right at home
Sunlit afternoons, unhurried conversations, and evenings that become memories. There's room for every kind of gathering, from quiet date nights to group outings.
Upcoming Events
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Friendsgiving Dinner
November 25, 2026
5:30 PM & 8:00 PM
Far from home this Thanksgiving? Pull up a chair for a three-course Pan-African Friendsgiving with music and good company.
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Winter Solstice
December 12, 2026
5 PM to 8 PM
Celebrate the season with an evening of connection, community, and good company at Flavors from Afar on Saturday, December 12. Meet new friends, enjoy a festive atmosphere, and give back. Proceeds benefit The Tiyya Foundation, supporting refugee and immigrant families across Los Angeles and Orange County.
Plan your visit
5652 Hollywood Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Wednesday through Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM
Walk-ins welcome. Reservations recommended.
( metered & neighborhood parking available )