The Countdown is Nearly Over! Afrikana Star City Opens Tomorrow

The countdown is nearly OVER! Tomorrow, 21st August 2025 at 12:00 PM, Afrikana officially opens its doors at Star City Birmingham, and we couldn't be more excited to bring our vibrant flavours to Birmingham's premier entertainment destination.

Located within the bustling Watson Road leisure complex, our newest restaurant promises to deliver the signature tastes and cultural immersion that have made Afrikana a beloved name across the UK. After seven years since founder Omair Ali established our first restaurant in Aldridge back in 2018, we're thrilled to continue our expansion into Birmingham's dynamic dining scene.

Special Guest: Avinash (@1avinaas) Joins Our Grand Opening Celebration

We're absolutely delighted to announce that social media sensation Avinash (@1avinaas) will be joining us as our chief guest for tomorrow's grand opening! With an incredible 572K TikTok followers and over 69 million likes, Avinash has captured hearts across the UK with his engaging content and vibrant personality.

This exciting collaboration brings together Avinash's massive social media reach with Afrikana's authentic African dining experience, promising to make our Star City Birmingham opening an unforgettable celebration. Whether you're a fan of Avinash's content or simply excited to experience our new restaurant, tomorrow's opening promises to be extra special with his presence.

Why Star City? The Perfect Location for Vibrant Peri-Grilled Chicken and Bold Flavours

Star City Birmingham attracts families, cinema-goers, and bowling enthusiasts from across the West Midlands, creating the perfect atmosphere for our community-focused dining experience. Whether you're catching a film, enjoying family activities, or simply seeking a memorable meal, Afrikana Star City provides an ideal setting for creating lasting memories.

Signature Flavours That Define Our Menu

Our Star City Birmingham location features the complete Afrikana menu, bringing together vibrant flavours from across the continent, all prepared to the highest halal standards.

Experience our renowned peri peri chicken: flame-grilled to perfection using signature African spice blends and served with our house sauces, including Napo Heat and Lime & Cayenne. For those seeking comfort food with soul, try "We Goat Your Back": our slow-cooked mutton curry served with fragrant rice 'n' peas and sweet plantain.

Don't miss our "Bunny Chow", a South African street food favourite featuring aromatic curry served in a hollowed-out bread loaf – a dish that perfectly represents the fusion of cultures that makes our cuisine so distinctive.

Family-Friendly Halal Dining at Star City

As Birmingham's newest Halal restaurant, Star City, we've designed our space with families in mind. Spacious seating accommodates groups of all sizes, whilst our children's menu introduces younger palates to milder versions of our signature dishes.

Join Us Tomorrow for Our Grand Opening

21st August 2025 marks the beginning of a new chapter in Birmingham's culinary story. From 12:00 PM onwards, our doors will be open daily until 11:00 PM.

Address: Unit 3, Star City, Watson Road, Nechells, Birmingham B7 5SA

Be one of the first to enjoy our mouthwatering peri-grilled chicken and bold, fiery flavours at Star City Birmingham. We open at 12:00 PM tomorrow, come taste the excitement of Birmingham’s newest dining destination

Afrikana Star City Birmingham – Where Vibrant Flavours Meet Modern Hospitality