A Farewell, A Thank You… and a New Beginning
With heartfelt thanks to Aldridge, we’re closing our Lil’ Afrikana chapter and soon opening a bold new flagship in Walsall city centre. Cheers to the next adventure!
A Farewell, A Thank You… and a New Beginning
They say your first child always holds a special place in your heart - and for us, that’s Lil’ Afrikana Aldridge.
Back in 2018, we opened the doors to our very first store, a small but mighty space that became home to our now-famous Phatboxes, good vibes, and countless unforgettable moments. This is where the journey truly began.
After an incredible run, we’ve now officially closed the doors of Lil’ Afrikana Aldridge. It’s a bittersweet moment, no doubt. But as we say goodbye to one chapter, we’re already turning the page to a bold new beginning.
From those early days of hustle to pushing through the challenges of Covid, this little store carried us through it all - and helped grow Afrikana into a family of 19+ restaurants across the UK. Every single step of that journey started right here in Aldridge. And for that, we’ll forever be grateful.
But let us be clear: this isn’t goodbye.
This is a relocation. A level up. A new flagship store that’s bigger, bolder, and better - opening soon in the heart of Walsall City Centre.
To every single person who visited Lil’ Afrikana, shared a meal, left a kind word, or supported us in any way over the years. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You’ve been part of our story, and we can’t wait to welcome you into the next chapter.
Stay tuned, Walsall. Something amazing is on the way.

A Farewell, A Thank You… and a New Beginning
With heartfelt thanks to Aldridge, we’re closing our Lil’ Afrikana chapter and soon opening a bold new flagship in Walsall city centre. Cheers to the next adventure!

A Farewell, A Thank You… and a New Beginning
They say your first child always holds a special place in your heart - and for us, that’s Lil’ Afrikana Aldridge.
Back in 2018, we opened the doors to our very first store, a small but mighty space that became home to our now-famous Phatboxes, good vibes, and countless unforgettable moments. This is where the journey truly began.
After an incredible run, we’ve now officially closed the doors of Lil’ Afrikana Aldridge. It’s a bittersweet moment, no doubt. But as we say goodbye to one chapter, we’re already turning the page to a bold new beginning.
From those early days of hustle to pushing through the challenges of Covid, this little store carried us through it all - and helped grow Afrikana into a family of 19+ restaurants across the UK. Every single step of that journey started right here in Aldridge. And for that, we’ll forever be grateful.
But let us be clear: this isn’t goodbye.
This is a relocation. A level up. A new flagship store that’s bigger, bolder, and better - opening soon in the heart of Walsall City Centre.
To every single person who visited Lil’ Afrikana, shared a meal, left a kind word, or supported us in any way over the years. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You’ve been part of our story, and we can’t wait to welcome you into the next chapter.
Stay tuned, Walsall. Something amazing is on the way.
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