Join us at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair, Aug. 21 to Sept. 1 to experience the incredible flavors of Afro Deli at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
We’re bringing our most beloved menu items straight to the fairgrounds! Sink your teeth into our famous beef and veggie sambusas – crispy, golden pastries packed with authentic spices and fresh ingredients. Enjoy sweet, perfectly caramelized plantains that melt in your mouth. Cool down with our refreshing iced Somali tea or tropical mango juice that’s pure sunshine in a cup.
Every bite is a celebration! Whether you’re a longtime fan or ready for a delicious new adventure, we can’t wait to serve you something extraordinary!
Mark your calendars to Taste Africa! at the Minnesota State Fair!
Our Menu
Sambusas in two varieties – beef or veggie (fried triangle-shaped pastries with choice of meat or lentils, mixed with onions, garlic and cilantro, and served with “Basbaas,” a spicy Somali dipping sauce made with fresh chilli peppers, jalapeños, cilantro, onions, and lemon juice;
Sweet Plantains, pieces of ripe plantains fried until golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside (vegetarian);
Somali Spiced Tea, a fragrant, spiced infusion of tea leaves, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and nutmeg, served hot or iced (vegetarian);
and fresh mango juice (vegetarian).
Location
Afro Deli’s booth will be located inside the Food Building, on the East wall.
FAQs
What is Halal?
Halal is similar to Kosher. It refers to food and drinks that are permissible according to Islamic law, and encompasses various aspects of food preparation, sourcing, and consumption, ensuring that it meets specific requirements and is free from anything considered forbidden or impure.
Is your food too spicy?
Our food is approachable for every palate but can be spiced up with our spicy Basbaas sauce.