fresh • honest • friendly • flavorful
chopnblok in houston, texas, is a fast-casual restaurant concept that unveils the West African culinary experience, serving fresh foods and beverages, prepared under a West African flavor profile, packaged in a contemporary fashion. Chopnblok's mission is to share cultural beauty. Chopnblok is for all. chopnblok is now!
Our Purpose…
To share the beauty of West African culture through foods that reshape society’s daily routine.
West African Roots
chopnblok is a fast-casual restaurant.
ChòpnBlọk is a fast-casual restaurant concept that carefully unveils the West African culinary experience, serving fresh proteins, vegetables, grains, and beverages that are prepared under a West African flavor profile, packaged in a local, contemporary fashion.
Freshness and integrity are embedded in our culture. We selectively source our ingredients and work with partners to procure natural, high-quality meats and vegetables.
At its core, ChòpnBlọk is the cultural crossroads where local communities and West African culinary traditions intersect, to deliver a convenient, hospitable food experience with exquisite taste.
cultured cuisine
chopnblok has flavor food.
Our dishes embody a contemporary approach to traditional, West African, cuisine. The foundations of our recipes are curated from well-revered “home cooks,” chefs, and family members.
Each dish is rooted in West African culture, reimagined by our team of “Culinary Creatives,” and showcases a range of flavor and technique.
craft beverages
We take our sips seriously. Our beverages are crafted in-house and are inspired by the various street flavors of West Africa.
Fresh, Unique, and Refreshing.
chopnblok's drinks.
our character
chopnblok culture.
Fresh… Honest... Friendly… Flavorful… It’s that simple.
FRESH: We deliver freshness that our diners can taste. – Consistent with the integrity of traditional West African culinary practices, we only incorporate quality ingredients into our recipes. We strive to use ingredients that are natural, never frozen, and sourced as locally as possible.
HONEST: We curate natural ingredients because it’s the right thing to do. – Revering nature and embracing the outdoor elements is core to West African culinary culture. Cooking with natural ingredients enable us to serve tastier, healthier, higher-quality dishes. We cultivate ethical, sincere relationships throughout our value chain, standing true to our environment and our stakeholders.
FRIENDLY: Hospitality is our main course. – The entire dining experience matters. We interact with customers, partners, team members, and all other stakeholders, respectfully. We take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality and fostering a welcoming environment, for all to enjoy and be at ease.
FLAVORFUL: Our distinctive “flavor” is what makes us sincere. – Our flavor spans beyond taste; it’s embedded in the way we operate. From the ingredients and culinary techniques that shape our dishes, to the way we approach our craft, we authentically create satisfying experiences.
“plant your flag”
When you believe in something, PLANT YOUR FLAG and let them know you have arrived!
We’re on a mission to deliver the culture!
chopnblok cultural crossroads.
“wan chòp" with us?!
(Translation: Want to eat with us?)