Lasgidi Cafe

Lasgidi Cafe is a Food Truck in Fountain Hills, AZ. The business blends authentic Nigerian cuisine with southwestern flair, serving Nigerian-American and Soul Food cultures. It operates as the valley's first woman-owned Nigerian-American food truck, led by owner and head chef Patty. The menu features dishes such as Jollof Rice with peppered beef, chicken, or suya, Egusi soup with pounded yam, Fried Rice, and Jollof spaghetti with Lemon Herb or Jerk Island Salmon. The truck is available for private events and offers catering services for groups of various sizes. Lasgidi Cafe holds a rating of 4.00 based on customer reviews.

The business began catering small parties and events in 2016 and expanded its offerings in 2018 to include in-person and virtual cooking classes, private chef dining, and a culinary dining experience titled OWAMBE. It also produces household cooking products and a specialty sauce called AYILATA. The food truck launched in February 2023. Chef Patty leads Naija Classics cooking classes where participants learn to prepare family-style dishes, including secret recipes. The business has been featured on 12 news, Arizona Midday, Phoenix New Times, and ABC15 Arizona. It won the Best of Phoenix 2024 award for Best African Food. Upcoming events include Naija Night: A Taste of Independence, presented in partnership with the Lasgidi Cares Foundation.

Located at 14825 E Shea Blvd, the business sits on East Shea Boulevard, about a tenth of a mile from the main road. It is roughly half a mile from the Eagle Mountain neighborhood and the Eagle Mountain Golf Club. Sunrise Trailhead is about 1.2 miles away, while Sunburst Wash and FireRock Country Club are both approximately 1.4 miles from the location.

Lasgidi Cafe is known for its positive customer rating and its recognition as a leading provider of African food in the Phoenix area. The combination of its award-winning cuisine, hands-on cooking workshops, and dedicated catering services distinguishes it within the local food truck category.