# Ruth's Buka > African restaurant offers an authentic Nigerian feel with an indoor dining area and a small grocery shop selling traditional ingredients. Atmosphere feels warm and welcoming, like being with family, with a cozy and clean environment. Buffet service helps reduce wait times, creating a relaxed pace. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Ruth's-Buka - Address: 5250 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, California, United States - Phone: +15106984086 - Website: https://www.ruthsbuka.com/ ## What it is good for - Authentic — 9.5/10 - Food — 7.7/10 - Soup — 7.2/10 - Fish — 6.8/10 - Seafood — 6.8/10 - Pie — 5.5/10 ## What people say - "The egusi soup with fufu was delicious and flavorful." - "I found the Nigerian food here to be so authentic and delicious." - "You have to try the meat pie; it's a definite must-try." ## Good to know - Parking is often a problem, so plan to arrive early. - Puff puff is only available on weekends, so check before visiting. - Expect small portion sizes for the price, which may not suit everyone's budget. - The restaurant serves authentic Nigerian cuisine and operates a grocery shop. - Takeout is a popular option here, especially for those on the go. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.