Opening hours
Open now · closes 8:00 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Houston: 5:42 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (281) 741-0042 to confirm.
Location & directions
14815 Westheimer RdHouston, TX 77082
About Amala Zone
Looking for a west African restaurant in Houston? Amala Zone is at 14815 Westheimer Rd, Houston, Texas. Our Houston guide covers 2,820 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Amala Zone is open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
The menu we have on file lists 44 items across 2 sections, including Drinks and Featured Items. Listed prices range from $1.00 to $28.00, with a typical item around $21.00. Menu highlights include Nigerian Malta Guinness, Medium Bowl Asake (No Rice), and Arizona.
Available service options are outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, quiet, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, comfort food, halal food, and healthy options.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (281) 741-0042 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- West African Restaurant
- Address
- 14815 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77082
- Phone
- (281) 741-0042
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Menu
- 44 items · $1.00–$28.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for west African restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Amala Zone’s weekday schedule with 5 other west African restaurants in Texas. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 68 hours a week, 5 hours more than the local median of 63. 80% of west African restaurants in Texas open on Sundays, and Amala Zone is one of them.
Compared with 5 other west African restaurants in Texas that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for west African restaurants in Texas
Based on 6 menus with 223 priced items from west African restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $20.00.
At Amala Zone the median listed price is $21.00, higher than the typical $14.00 for west African restaurants in Texas.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Jollof Rice | 83% | $20.00 |
| Egusi | 67% | $17.50 |
| Fried Rice | 67% | $17.50 |
| White Rice | 67% | $12.50 |
| Beef Suya | 50% | $13.00 |
| Yam Porridge | 50% | $22.00 |
Calculated from 6 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Photos
All photos (5)Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Comfort food
- Halal food
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Amala Zone there are 5 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 5 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (2), Italian (1), and Indian & South Asian (1).
Amala Zone is the only west African restaurant within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is HoneyKaz Small Chops, 2.8 mi away.
3 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodBurger King0.4 mi
- Indian & South AsianAnjappar Chettinad Indian0.4 mi
- ItalianOlive Garden0.4 mi
- Latin American & CaribbeanSabores Venezolano1.1 mi
- SeafoodPaul's Restaurant And Bar1.3 mi
What to expect at a west African restaurant
African restaurants in the US are most often Ethiopian and Eritrean, along with West African (Nigerian, Ghanaian, Senegalese), Somali and North African kitchens. Many serve a close-knit community and are among the most welcoming places to eat in a city.
What to order
- Combination platter on injera – the best introduction to Ethiopian food
- Doro wot – a deeply spiced chicken stew
- Jollof rice – the West African favorite
- Suya – grilled skewers with a peanut spice rub
Good to know
- Ethiopian food is traditionally eaten with the right hand – utensils are available if you prefer.
- Vegetarian platters are popular because of fasting traditions.
- Dishes are often made in batches; ask what is available that day.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Amala Zone's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Is Amala Zone open on Sunday?
Yes, Amala Zone is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Amala Zone located?
Amala Zone is located at 14815 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77082.
What is the phone number of Amala Zone?
You can call Amala Zone at (281) 741-0042.
Does Amala Zone offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Amala Zone offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Amala Zone?
Menu prices range from $1.00 to $28.00.
Does Amala Zone take reservations?
Yes, Amala Zone accepts reservations.
Is Amala Zone wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Amala Zone open late?
No, Amala Zone usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Amala Zone?
There are 5 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Amala Zone. Nearby options include Burger King (0.4 mi), Anjappar Chettinad Indian (0.4 mi), and Olive Garden (0.4 mi).
Are there other west African restaurants near Amala Zone?
None within a mile. The closest is HoneyKaz Small Chops, 2.8 mi away.
How much do west African restaurants in Texas cost?
Based on 6 menus with 223 priced items from west African restaurants in Texas, the median menu item costs $14.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.00 and $20.00.