Opening hours
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
| Monday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30 PM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Cypress: 7:18 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (713) 360-8333 to confirm.
Location & directions
22224 Northwest Fwy Ste. BCypress, TX 77429
About Bantu House
Located at 22224 Northwest Fwy Ste. B in Cypress, Texas, Bantu House is a west African restaurant. It's part of our guide to 117 restaurants, cafes and bars in Cypress. It sits in the moderate price range ($15–30 per person).
Bantu House is open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bantu House's menu features 50 dishes and drinks across 6 sections, including Lunch Special, Savanna Bites, Safari Feast, Flame of Africa, and Serengeti Sides. Listed prices range from $2.00 to $40.00, with a typical item around $8.99. Dishes worth a look include Egusi (Lunch Special), Beef Suya, and Jollof Rice.
Service options include no-contact delivery, 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. The place is family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, and a transgender safe space. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include comfort food, halal food, healthy options, organic dishes, and small plates.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park and wheelchair-accessible entrance. Payment methods accepted: credit cards and debit cards. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (713) 360-8333 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- West African Restaurant
- Address
- 22224 Northwest Fwy Ste. B, Cypress, TX 77429
- Phone
- (713) 360-8333
- Price range
- $$ per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Menu
- 50 items · $2.00–$40.00
- 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 Bantu House’s weekday schedule with 5 other west African restaurants in Texas. On a typical weekday it opens at 12:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 10:00 PM, later than 60% of them (typical closing time: 9:30 PM).
In total it is open about 69.5 hours a week, 7 hours more than the local median of 63. 80% of west African restaurants in Texas open on Sundays, and Bantu House 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 Bantu House the median listed price is $8.99, lower 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.
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Features & amenities
From the business
- Identifies as Black-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Halal food
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Seating
Amenities
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Bantu House there is 1 other place to eat and drink in our guide, and 1 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Barbecue (1).
Nearest places of other kinds
- BarbecueCarl's BBQ0.3 mi
- ItalianMerche'1.4 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexLa Hacienda On The Creek1.4 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodMcDonald's1.4 mi
- Asian & PacificAsian & Mini's Seafood1.5 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 Bantu House's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Is Bantu House open on Sunday?
Yes, Bantu House is open on Sundays: 12:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Where is Bantu House located?
Bantu House is located at 22224 Northwest Fwy Ste. B, Cypress, TX 77429.
What is the phone number of Bantu House?
You can call Bantu House at (713) 360-8333.
Does Bantu House offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Bantu House offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: no-contact delivery, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Bantu House?
The typical price range at Bantu House is $$ per person. Menu prices range from $2.00 to $40.00.
Does Bantu House take reservations?
Yes, Bantu House accepts reservations.
Is Bantu House wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park and wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Is Bantu House open late?
Yes – Bantu House is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Bantu House?
There is 1 other place to eat and drink within a mile of Bantu House. Nearby options include Carl's BBQ (0.3 mi), Merche' (1.4 mi), and La Hacienda On The Creek (1.4 mi).
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.
