Beyond Jollof: A World of Cuisines Available on Fastwaka

Fastwaka was born out of a commitment to making authentic African food easy to find and order in the Philippines. That mission remains at the heart of everything we do. But great food does not respect borders, and neither do we. Since launching in Metro Manila, the platform has grown to include a wide and exciting range of cuisines loved by Filipinos, expats, and adventurous eaters across the city.

Here is a complete look at what you can discover and order on Fastwaka today.

West African Classics

This is where we started, and it remains what makes Fastwaka genuinely unique in the Philippines. West African cuisine sits at the foundation of everything we do, and our African restaurant partners serve food made with authentic ingredients and traditional recipes passed down through generations.

Whether you are Nigerian, Ghanaian, Cameroonian, or a Filipino trying West African food for the very first time, Fastwaka is the place to start. If you are not sure what to order, read our guide on the top 5 African dishes to try in Manila and work from there.

African Grocery and Pantry Essentials

One of the most practical features of Fastwaka is the ability to order African grocery items that are genuinely difficult to find in regular Philippine supermarkets. Stockfish, ogi flour, ogiri, crayfish, palm oil, yam flour, suya spice mixes, plantain flour, zobo leaves, and more are available from our grocery vendor partners.

For Africans living in the Philippines, this removes one of the most frustrating parts of daily life: the hunt through specialty stores across the city for a handful of ingredients. Order what you need for the week and have it delivered with everything else.

Indian Cuisine

Indian food has been part of the Philippine food scene for decades, and Fastwaka brings some of the best Indian restaurants in Metro Manila straight to your doorstep. From fragrant chicken biryani and buttery naan to slow-cooked dal, crispy masala dosa, and rich butter chicken, our Indian vendor partners serve food that captures the depth and complexity that makes Indian cooking so beloved worldwide.

If you are a spice lover or a comfort food seeker, the Indian food options on Fastwaka deserve a dedicated exploration. Use the cuisine filter on our store listing page to find Indian restaurants near you.

Shawarma

Shawarma is one of the most universally loved street foods in the world, and Metro Manila has some excellent shawarma spots. Thin slices of marinated chicken or beef are stacked on a rotating spit, shaved off to order, and wrapped with garlic sauce, vegetables, and pickles in a warm flatbread. It is fast, filling, and satisfying in a way that is hard to beat.

On Fastwaka, our shawarma vendor partners take their craft seriously. Proper seasoning, generous portions, and the kind of garlic sauce that makes the whole thing come together. Perfect for a quick lunch or a late-night craving.

Burgers and American-Style Comfort Food

Sometimes the craving is simple: a proper burger. Not a fast-food assembly-line version, but a real burger built with quality beef, a fresh bun, and toppings that actually taste like something. Our burger partners on Fastwaka deliver exactly that.

Beyond burgers, you will find loaded fries, crispy chicken sandwiches, wings, and other comfort food staples from vendors who genuinely care about what they make. When you want something familiar and deeply satisfying, the burger category on Fastwaka has you covered.

Milk Tea and Beverages

Milk tea is a way of life in the Philippines, and Fastwaka has a strong selection of milk tea and beverage partners delivering across Metro Manila. Classic pearl milk tea, taro milk tea, matcha lattes, fruit teas, and cheese foam drinks are all part of the lineup.

Order your drink alongside your meal and have everything arrive together in a single delivery. Whether it is your daily order or a seasonal special you have been waiting to try, our beverage partners have something for every taste.

More Cuisines on the Way

We are constantly evaluating new cuisines and vendor partnerships based on what our community is asking for. If there is a restaurant or food type you want to see on Fastwaka, send us a message. We read every suggestion, and the most requested cuisines go straight to the top of our vendor outreach list.

In the meantime, explore everything currently available on Fastwaka and discover your next favorite meal. The range of food you can find might surprise you.

New to the platform? Read our guide on what Fastwaka is and how it works, or jump straight to placing your first order.