Grandma Series: Ope Amosu of ChòpnBlọk

One of Houston's celebrated chefs is visiting Burdell on Sunday, March 22nd!

Chef Ope Amosu of ChòpnBlọk is joining us from HTX to wrap up Oakland Restaurant Week.

ABOUT CHÒPNBLỌK

ChòpnBlọk is a restaurant and cultural movement reimagining how the world experiences West Africa. Founded by James Beard Foundation Semifinalist Ope Amosu, the concept began as a grassroots pop-up and has since evolved into a celebrated dining destination with two Houston locations-a flagship in Montrose and a stall inside POST Houston’s Food Hall. In 2025, ChòpnBlọk was named to The New York Times’ “Best Restaurants in America” list, featured on Eater and Esquire’s “Best New Restaurants”, and awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand, further solidifying its place on the national stage. On a mission to make its culture more accessible and build community along the way, each dish blends heritage and innovation, bringing together fresh proteins, vegetables, grains, and beverages that make West African foodways part of everyday life. More than a restaurant, ChòpnBlọk is a platform that celebrates identity and builds belonging one meal at a time.

On the menu:

Snacks

Deviled Scotch Egg & Ikoyi Shrimp Pie

Colonial Scotch Egg, Spiced Turkey, Deviled Filling / Cameroon Peppered Shrimp & Cheese

Second Course

"Iwaju"

Uzizia Spiced Mushroom, Banga Sauce, Fennel Salad

Supplement

Golden Jollof

Smokey Jollof Jamablya, Motherland Coconut Curry, Sweet Plantains

Main Course

"Owambe"

Maltina Braised Short Rib, Plantain Mousseline, Liberian Greens

Dessert

Granny's Cupboard Cookie

Served with Colonial Cream & Iru Carmel

Seats are limited! There is a strict 90-minute turn time for all party sizes to be able to accommodate everyone. Please note per person price is inclusive of taxes and 20% service charge. See you!