Somali Daalo Hilaac - Minneapolis

My parents were in town, and I asked them if they wanted to try any food that they couldn't try at home. Without missing a beat, my dad suggested Somali! I did a search and found Daalo Hilaac in my neighborhood. We showed up at the restaurant and there was an A Frame in front with a menu, but a post it in the window that they were closed. I thought it might be a ghost kitchen, and we weren't sure if it was counter service or table service, but we had good food and good service. Somali food is served with a banana, which we weren't sure if it was an appetizer or dessert I later learned that it is a palate cleanser. I tried goat (for the first time) and it was delicious it was soft and tender and reminded me of pot roast. The Somali rice was the best part, it was so flavorful. I'm not sure if tipping is a part of Somali culture, because when they charged our card, they charged it for the exact amount, and we asked to add a tip but they weren't sure how. It felt like a family place and a community hangout spot. Great time experiencing a different culture and cuisine, and I would try something new next time!

This place had really good food. They said they are about to remodel the restaurant and modernize it along with updating the menu. So it will only get better.

Daalo hilaaac is an amazing place to try real, authentic Somalian food. When we walked into the door the servers kindly greeted us and asked us what we wanted to order. Since we did not know much about Somalian food, she gave us some options and we picked from them (I don’t remember the options right of the bat, but it was really good! . When the food came we could immediately tell it was real as authentic homemade style food. Overall I’m going to give daalo hilaac 5 stars it was flavorful tasty and had really made my day! If you have not tried Somalian before daalo is the way to go!!!

Delicious food and very friendly staff! Will come again!

The staff are very helpful and friendly! The hummus is a great snack! I would like to see more vegetarian options!