Fantastic Ethiopian food. The chicken definitely won out over the beef in our taste test, but…read moreoverall the flavours were deliciously fresh and the bits of salad added a nice crunchy touch. A place I would brave the market crowds for.

From the owner: Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine comprises of a variety of Meats such as:-…read more Doro-Wet:- well cooked Chicken with gravy and combination of Habesha (mild-chili Berbere) & Herbes. Sega Kulwa:- Chopped pieces of Beef cooked combination of Habesha (mild-chili Berbere) & Herbes. Vegetarian dishes those are also suitable for Vegan and Vegetarians. For example of our Vegan and Vegetarian dish includes:- Brown Lentils cooked with Tomato Sauce, Berbere (traditional Sauce) flavored with traditional Herbs. Spinach and mixed paper cooked with Garlic and Ginger in Turmeric powder and Herbs. Shiro powdered Split Peas simmered in Berbere, and a cobination Habesha Spices. Alicha(Mixed Veg) delicious curried vegetable stew made with Garlic, Ginger in Turmeric powder, Carrots, Cabbage, Potatoes, Peppers and Onions and also other dishes incorporate legumes such Okra simmered in a sauce containing unique traditional spices. All Served with a traditional bread(Injra), Rice or Couscous

So, I think I must've had an off experience tonight at Andu Café…read more First of all, my partner and I went earlier when they opened & she told us to come back, because they were waiting on supplies to arrive. Sure, no problem! We decided to walk back over for dinner & we were directed on where to sit & asked what we wanted to order. So, we told her what we had in mind from earlier. She returned within a few minutes with our platter for 2 & told us drinks are self-service. We started to eat and the food was good. I don't really have any complaints there. To me, the spices are very similar tasting to soul food, but just a healthy version of what soul food is. More than halfway through our meal, we were told they're a cash only establishment. This sent us into a little panic, because we weren't informed of this information before being served food. All we had on us was tap to pay, so of course imagine the predicament we were in when uninformed. We definitely wouldn't have stayed to eat had we known this information. We ended up having to get back to where we are staying to grab a debit card to go to an ATM and return again. I think just the misinformation for us, not so friendly service, and having to run around town to go grab cash is what put this right down the middle for me. Yes, the food was good... but, the experience felt a bit tarnished for me. Don't let it deter you from going to enjoy this spot... just BRING CASH. Save yourself the trouble.

I have never been to Ethiopia but this little cafe has a very authentic feel to it. I love…read moreEthiopian food though and happy to have been to several Ethiopain restaurants over the years ... Andu Cafe is amongst the best and the fact that all dishes are not just vegetarian but vegan is an added bonus! I used to live in East London a very long time ago but now only visit once or twice a month. This part of London is changing dramatically and Kingsland Road isn't spared from gentrification. Andu Cafe feels as if it has been here forever and reminds me of the old days ... ironically it is relatively new but blends in well with the multicultural vibe. The food is simple and the menu even simpler. You are encouraged to share a sampler consisting of six delicious vegetable dishes. The only decision you have to make is whether you would like these served with rice or injera, the traditional Ethiopian bread. I think they are BYO which makes me love the place even more as you often end up spending more on booze than on the food it is accompanying.

This place is great! Good honest Eritrean food followed by classic italian desserts, good wine and…read morecheap prices. The staff are exceptionally lovely and this is a real south London gem! Absolutely reccomend!

A real gem in London, what a lovely spot, it feels like a special place, we chatted with the owner,…read morewho was so sweet and told us the whole story of her time in Eritrea and living all over the world. Food was fantastic, we will be coming back!!

Very good simple small Ethiopian restaurant with home-style food. I had the "Dulet" (lamb tripe)…read morethat was really good. Service is good and prices are fair for the portions. Cash only.

Alright alright, I was so excited to get some Ethiopian food....but there was a bit of a situation…read morehere. When we walked in....this dog lover seen a dog an was excited so I didn't realize the smell that the other two people I was with notice right away. It was a strange smell....that I can't put my nail on. After the dog lover excitement wore off I definitely smelt it. Fast forward we were not able to sit in as the owner stated she was going to close in an hour and 30 minutes and you could only do take away at that time. Was not happy about that but just went along with it. Placed out orders for a veggie platter and made sure the injera was gluten free. Walked next door to take a look while she was preparing our food for take away. Came back and the food was packed and ready. Oh and just a heads up they do take card and cash. If you have a US card her machine does take it even if she states she doesn't think it will. I did it and she was shocked lol. Food is packed and we leave. After getting back to our rooms and opening the food...that smell I was speaking about in the beginning we can all smell again. It was a unbearable smell that made it extremely difficult to eat the food. I was able to eat the injera and it really smelled and taste (maybe in my head) like the smell. I ate the veggies and even though it had a slight smell I was able to complete that but the injera was a BIG NO! All in all we could not figure out the smell. The owner was a sweet lady, but I wished she wouldn't have told us to take away as it took away from the experience. I wish I was able to give 5 stars like most folks...but I have to be honest with my experience.

"Star", that's what Kokeb means...and it deserves 4 of them! Genetesh was lovely and super…read morewelcoming...the kind of person you could discuss with for hours, that can actually make you forget that you're here to eat :) "Oh, now it's time to feed you..let me get you your food!" Kokeb is the perfect example of a spot I would have never found without Yelp! Lost in the middle of an unknown neighbourhood (at least to me), Kokeb's street isn't precisely the busiest when it comes to restaurants. 18 amazing reviews and great Yelper pictures convinced me...and oh my this was a great lunch. I wanted to go for the lamb but Genetesh advised me to pick the N°21, "Spicy" beef with 1 injera and a local ethiopian beer to get it all down...perfect combo. Kokeb is all-in-one. Excellent ethiopian food comes together with the local decor & music...and Genetesh is there help you feel welcome, relaxed, at home...she'll also help you out if this is your first ethiopian experience (bye bye fork, hello right hand). A family run business with great taste & heart, and I love that.

Walked past the stall in Borough market during lunch time and I had to get it. The aromas were so…read moreamazing. They do three combos - veg, chicken and meat. It comes with a main, two veg sides, rice and a sour dough flatbread which tastes amazing. With six quid (£6) for a large combo it is terrific value for money. Don't be put off by the huge queue, believe me it moves pretty quickly. The staff are friendly and food tasty so do try them out next time you are looking for an alternative in London Bridge area! Recommended!

When in London, there are many places to visit and see but mostly importantly many amazing places…read moreto eat at. This was my third time coming to Borough Market and Ethiopian flavours is one of the places that I have to have while here. The flavors are outstanding, unique and so heart warming on a cold and cloudy day. Also, their chicken is halal so you can't beat that! Their portions are pretty good size and the price is very nice and fair. When in Borough market, come check out this place, whether you enjoy ethnic food or if you've never tried it, try this place, you will not regret it :)

Wow! This was some of the best food I have had in a long, long time and over many countries! Not…read moreonly does it taste fantastic, it is beautiful. Seriously, the food is presented as a work of art. And have a cup of tea too, the cinnamon, cardamon and clove is especially good. And, to make it even better, the service was fantastic, the staff is friendly, and the prices are reasonable. With vegan this good, there's no reason to ever look at meat again.

We really enjoyed our visit to Merkato. The staff were lovely, friendly and welcoming and the…read morerestaurant had a really relaxed vibe. The food was really delicious-excellent choice for vegetarians as well as meat eaters. All in all, a great experience!

Nice small Ethiopian restaurant. I ordered through Uber Eats and I picked up at the restaurant a…read moreDoro Wot and a Bozena Shero which were both tasty and in good portions at a fair price.

Popped into Wolkite spontaneously and ordered the following:…read more - Alcha Sega Wot - Doro Awaze Tibs Both the Alcha Sega Wot (curried beef) and Doro Awaze Tibs (stewed chicken) were exactly what the doctor ordered on a freezing cold day. Warming both in temperature and in their rich taste, each went down beautifully on the injera (flat bread) they came with. The injera itself was also a treat with a lovely big portion to ensure you end up at 11pm a few hours later still full. My only negative comment which may be blasphemous for all I know was that I found the injera a touch too sour but it's a minor comment if anything. One last thing is to recommend the Ethiopian herbal tea which complemented the meal wonderfully.

Lovely place and staff. Although a wee bit slow on customer service initially, hence losing one…read morestar, once acknowledged we got our food fairly quickly. I got the zimamajut (homemade cheese with goman kifto (diced, spiced greens) and my husband got the laga tibs with rice. Mine was presented beautifully with lots of injera rolls. I think my husband was surprised his lamb was diced so finely and mixed with the rice as he expected a small bowl of meat. Mine was definitely the tastier option; a bit spicy but more bursting with flavour. Well-done and a good-sized portion with the Injera. For £7.50 it's a steal. My husband praised the Ethiopian coffee as well as strong and not bitter. I would definitely return here again with the huge menu including loads of veg options. We've missed solid Ethiopian food and this hit the spot!