Baobab Fare in Detroit, MI

4.8(1,656)$20–30Detroit, MI
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Highly rated

Highly rated at 4.8 stars with 1656 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Large groups
  • Budget dining
  • Quick meals
  • Casual dining
  • Families

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

Detroit, MI • Price $20–30 • 4.8★
Baobab Fare is an Indian buffet located at 6568 Woodward Ave Ste 100 in Detroit, MI. Situated in the New Center neighborhood, this establishment has garnered a strong reputation with a rating of 4.8 stars based on 1656 reviews. Patrons can enjoy dine-in, takeout, and delivery services. The price range for meals is between $20 and $30. With a website, phone number, and posted hours, Baobab Fare offers a convenient dining experience for those seeking Indian cuisine in Detroit.

Good to know

  • Baobab Fare has a listed address in Detroit, MI, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.8-star rating from 1,656 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout, delivery.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
6568 Woodward Ave Ste 100, Detroit, MI 48202, New Center, Detroit, MI
Phone
(313) 265-3093
Today
11 AM–9 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.8 (1,656 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

⚡Quick service

No long waits

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Before you go

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 42/100 · 4 positive signals
Quick bite score42/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
12/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Budget-friendly pricing
  • Moderate pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 28/100 · 2 positive signals
Full night out score28/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
25/25
Entertainment
3/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 5+ bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

✅ 4.7 weighted · 1,656 reviews
4.7weighted · raw 4.8 from 1,656 reviews(↓ 0.12 from raw)
Highly Trusted
Review volume vs. city median1,656 / 391.5 median
01,957.5 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.8) with the city average (4.17) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1957.5+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11 AM–9 PM
monday
Closed
saturday
11 AM–9 PM
sunday
11 AM–9 PM
thursday
11 AM–9 PM
tuesday
11 AM–9 PM
wednesday
11 AM–9 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsWheelchair accessibleAccessible parking near entranceADA-compliant main entranceADA-compliant restroomQR code menus available

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy Trendy

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
DeliveryDine_inTakeoutHeated Outdoor SeatingCovered Outdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Great dessert Serves local specialty

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Lunch reservations recommended Dinner reservations recommended Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

8 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Nyumbani$18.0064 mentions
  • Samaki$18.0055 mentions
  • Kuku$17.0042 mentions
  • Mbuzi$19.0029 mentions
  • Intore$15.0027 mentions
  • Kumuhana$18.0025 mentions
  • Tamu$7.0022 mentions
  • Mboga$14.008 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

45 items with prices
  • Ugali Tuesday Dinner Special$14.00

    Traditional East African swallow, a deliciously dense corn flour ball, served with savory okra stew. This traditional dish is pure East African comfort. Gluten free.

  • Nyumbani$18.00

    Tender beef slow-simmered in ripened tomato sauce. Served with fried plantains, peanut-stewed spinach and your choice of spiced rice pilau or coconut rice. Nyumbani means homeand this is a baobab fare signature dish.

  • Kuku$17.00

    Pan-fried chicken in rich, tangy mustard-onion sauce. Served with fried plantains, stewed yellow beans, and your choice of spiced rice pilau or coconut rice.

  • Kumuhana$18.00

    Tender marinated chicken grill-roasted with onion, garlic and lemon, alongside our fresh corn salad. Served with fried plantains, stewed yellow beans and your choice of spiced rice pilau or coconut rice. Kumuhana means compassion our inspiration for this dish.

  • Samaki$18.00

    Crisp flash-fried fish cooked with peppers and garnished with tangy sauteed onions. Served with fresh corn salad, fried plantains, stewed yellow beans and your choice of spiced rice pilau or coconut rice. A great choice for a light yet fulfilling meal.

  • Intore$15.00

    Fragrant eggplant stew served with your choice of peanut-stewed spinach or savory yellow beans and spiced rice pilau or coconut rice. Intore is also a cultural danceand this dish is sure to enchant.

  • Mboga$14.00

    Tender spinach and finely ground peanuts braised in warming spices. Served with fried plantains, stewed yellow beans and your choice of spiced rice pilau or coconut rice.

  • Petit Pois$13.00

    Garden peas melded with a wholesome combination of diced potatoes, carrots, and savory warming spices. A rustic Burundian dish that is as comforting as it is filling. Vegetarian.

  • Mbuzi$19.00

    Slow-roasted goat shank accompanied by our fresh corn salad. Served with fried plantains, stewed yellow beans, and your choice of spiced rice pilau or coconut rice. This is a Burundian staple enjoyed by the whole family.

  • Soda$3.00
  • Coffee$3.00
  • Espresso$3.00
  • Americano$4.00
  • Latte$4.00
  • Lemongrass Tea$3.00

    Iced or hot tea. a refreshing and fragrant tea with a hint of citrus.

  • Ginger Tea$3.00

    Hot herbal tea. a spicy yet soothing tea that warms and comforts.

  • Ji$7.00

    Passion fruit juice. A fresh, delectable glass of exotic tropical goodness that offers a mouthwatering zing.

  • African Tea$4.00

    Spiced black tea with milk or oat milk.

  • Spiced Coffee$4.00

    Coffee ground with spices. A rich spicy-sweet combination of coffee, tea, ginger and warming spices.

  • Plantains$6.00
  • Corn Salad$5.00
  • Peanut-Stewed Spinach$6.00
  • Stewed Yellow Beans$6.00
  • Side of Samaki$10.00

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

1,656 reviews

Reviews

Customer reviews available

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the rating of Baobab Fare?

Baobab Fare has a 4.8-star rating based on 1656 customer reviews.

Where is Baobab Fare located?

Baobab Fare is located at 6568 Woodward Ave Ste 100, Detroit, MI 48202, New Center, Detroit, MI.

🛍️Shopping District

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

Food & Dining
19
Retail & Shopping
18
Transportation & Automotive
17
Miscellaneous Services
8
Travel & Tourism
8
Arts & Culture
7

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Nearby Places

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93 places nearby (arts & culture, tech, finance, food, government)

Theatres

Fisher Theater

Theatre

~0.2 mi

Museums

Exhibit 3000

Museum

3000 East Grand Boulevard

~0.2 miopen "by appointment"
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Detroit Gallery of Contemporary Crafts

Museum

~0.2 miMo-Fr 12:00-17:00; Sa 13:00-16:00
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Detroit Children’s Museum

Museum

6134 2nd Avenue

~0.3 mi
Ford Piquette Avenue Plant

Museum

461 Piquette Street

~0.4 mi

Place Of Worships

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church

Place Of Worship

5930 Woodward Avenue

~0.4 mi
+1-313-875-6011Website
Mount Zion New Covenant Baptist Church

Place Of Worship

620 Seward Street

~0.5 mi
+1-313-974-7143Website

Post Offices

Detroit North End Post Office

Post Office

60 East Milwaukee Street

~0.1 mi

Banks

First Independence Bank

Bank

~195 ftMo-Th 09:00-16:00; Fr 09:00-17:30; Sa,Su off
Huntington Bank

Bank

~0.1 mi
Bank of America

Bank

3031 West Grand Boulevard

~0.1 mi
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Public Service Credit Union Cadillac Place Branch

Bank

3044 West Grand Boulevard

~0.2 miMo-Fr 09:00-17:00
+1-734-641-8400Website
Michigan First Credit Union New Center Branch

Bank

3031 West Grand Boulevard

~0.2 miMo-Th 08:30-17:00; Fr 08:30-18:00
+1-800-664-3828Website

Atms

Huntington Bank

Atm

~0.1 mi

Restaurants

Baobab Fare

Restaurant

6568 Woodward Avenue

~24 ftTu-Sa 11:00-21:00; Su 11:00-20:00; Mo off
+1 313-265-3093Website
The Kitchen

Restaurant

6529 Woodward Avenue

~221 ftWe-Th 12:00-17:00; Fr 12:00-21:00; Sa 12:00-17:00
+1 734-462-4184Website
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Yum Village

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6500 Woodward Avenue

~332 ftMo-Th 11:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-21:00
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Cuisine

Restaurant

670 Lothrop Road

~0.3 miTu-Su 17:00-22:00
+1 313 872 5110Website
Zo's Good Burger

Restaurant

2894 West Grand Boulevard

~0.4 mi

Bars

Woodward Cocktail Bar

Bar

6426 Woodward Avenue

~498 ft
Northern Lights Lounge

Bar

~0.3 mi
Kiesling

Bar

449 East Milwaukee Street

~0.3 mi
Apex Bar

Bar

7649 Oakland Avenue

~0.5 mi
Tony V's

Bar

5756 Cass Avenue

~0.6 mi

Cafes

Tim Hortons

Cafe

~0.2 mi
Stella Good Coffee

Cafe

~0.2 miMo-Fr 07:00-18:30; Sa 09:00-18:30
Saturn Coffee

Cafe

700 Seward Street

~0.5 miMo-Fr 06:30-15:00; Sa-Su 08:00-15:00
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The Gathering Coffee Co.

Cafe

2831 East Grand Boulevard

~0.5 miMo-Th 07:00-16:00, Fr-Su 08:00-17:00
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Fast Foods

Bucharest Grill

Fast Food

110 Piquette Avenue

~0.3 mi
+1-313-965-3111Website
Subway

Fast Food

5996 Woodward Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Fr 07:00-24:00; Sa-Su 08:00-24:00
+1 313-870-1260Website
McDonald's

Fast Food

2889 West Grand Boulevard

~0.4 mi06:00-23:00
+1 313-871-5821Website
Turkey Grill

Fast Food

8290 Woodward Avenue

~0.5 mi

Polices

WSU Police Department

Police

6050 Cass Avenue

~0.4 mi
DPD 3rd Precinct

Police

2875 West Grand Boulevard

~0.5 mi

Fire Stations

Engine Co. 17 Fire Station

Fire Station

6100 2nd Avenue

~0.4 mi

Townhalls

Detroit North End City Hall

Townhall

~0.4 mi

Dentists

My Detroit Dentist

Dentist

7411 John R Street

~0.1 mi
+1-313-871-1999

Pharmacys

Russell's Pharmacy

Pharmacy

3011 West Grand Boulevard

~0.2 mi
+1 313-875-5384Website

Clinics

William Clay Ford Center for Athletic Medicine

Clinic

6525 2nd Avenue

~0.2 mi

Beautys

Textures Salon

Beauty

6525 Woodward Avenue

~264 ft
Eden Esthetics

Beauty

89 E Edsel Ford Freeway

~0.4 miTu-Su 10:00-19:00
+1-313-288-2597Website

Conference Centres

Benson & Edith Ford Conference Center

Conference Centre

460 West Baltimore Avenue

~0.2 mi
Website

Public Bookcases

Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.3 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.4 mi
Little Free Library

Public Bookcase

~0.5 mi

Studios

Eightfold Collective

Studio

~0.5 mi
United Sound Systems Recording Studio

Studio

5840 2nd Avenue

~0.5 mi

Parks

New Center Park

Park

~0.2 mi

Car Repairs

Goodyear

Car Repair

3075 East Grand Boulevard

~116 ft
Milwaukee & John R Auto Repair

Car Repair

104 East Milwaukee Street

~0.1 mi
DetailXPerts

Car Repair

440 Burroughs Street

~0.3 mi

Clothes

Hip Manic

Clothes

6526 Woodward Avenue

~215 ft
Celebrity Apparel

Clothes

~232 ft
Ferne Detroit

Clothes

6527 Woodward Avenue

~247 ft
+1-989-778-1222Website
Yama

Clothes

~0.2 miMo-Sa 10:00-18:00; Su 12:00-17:00
The Peacock Room

Clothes

~0.2 mi
Dittrich Furs

Clothes

7373 3rd Street

~0.4 mi
Carhartt

Clothes

5800 Cass Avenue

~0.5 mi

Shoes

Roby's Shoes

Shoes

~266 ft

Alcohols

New Center Liquor

Alcohol

7400 Woodward Avenue

~450 ft

Musics

Somewhere in Detroit

Music

3000 East Grand Boulevard

~0.2 miopen "by appointment"
Website

Furnitures

Workshop

Furniture

~0.2 mi

Gifts

Pure Detroit

Gift

~0.2 mi

Electricals

Brightmoor Electrical Supplier

Electrical

51 Harper Avenue

~0.4 mi

Conveniences

BP Shop

Convenience

5996 Woodward Avenue

~0.4 mi

Bags

London Luggage Shop

Bag

5955 Woodward Avenue

~0.4 mi

Childcares

Once Upon a Time Child World

Childcare

~0.5 mi

Parkings

Cass Avenue Garage

Parking

6540 Cass Avenue

~470 ft
CCS Argonaut Parking Structure

Parking

~0.2 mi
Fisher Building Garage

Parking

647 Lothrop Road

~0.2 mi
MDOT Lot

Parking

~0.2 mi
WSU Lot 14

Parking

~0.3 mi
New Center Place Garage

Parking

7346 3rd Street

~0.3 mi
Baltimore Garage

Parking

601-645 West Baltimore Avenue

~0.3 mi
F Lot

Parking

~0.6 mi

Bicycle Rentals

Second Ave & W Grand Blvd

Bicycle Rental

~0.2 mi
E Bethune St & Brush St

Bicycle Rental

~0.3 mi
Second Ave & Burroughs St

Bicycle Rental

~0.5 mi

Cars

James-Martin Chevrolet

Car

6250 Woodward Avenue

~0.2 mi
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Historic "Cass Motor Sales"

Car

5800 Cass Avenue

~0.5 mi24/7
+1-313-831-1274Website

Car Rentals

Enterprise

Car Rental

7600 2nd Avenue

~0.3 miMo-Fr 07:30-18:00; Sa 09:00-15:00

Fuels

BP

Fuel

5996 Woodward Avenue

~0.4 mi
Sunoco

Fuel

2844 East Grand Boulevard

~0.5 mi
+1 313-358-6586Website
Citgo

Fuel

8351 Woodward Avenue

~0.5 mi24/7

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