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    First Cup Ethiopian Resturant

    4.7 (70 reviews)
    Open 12:30 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Food is great here and the owners are amazing . Been going here for years and prices and food are always consistent.

    1. Quanta Fir-fir
    Regina B.

    FOOD/COFFEE: 5/5 VIBES: 4/5 SERVICE: 4/5 VALUE: 5/5 I don't think I'd order my exact entree again, but I really enjoyed myself here. The overall value is very impressive. The portion of the entree was huge, and, tbh, I enjoyed it even more as a leftover-for-breakfast. The samusa was great! I got the chicken one, which was a little dry, but still delicious - I ate the entire thing. The cappuccino was delicious and a great value. The overall vibe/aesthetic was cute for what it was: kind of a dressy hole-in-the-wall. I would definitely come back and try other entrees - probably ask for their rec this time around.

    Beyinatu  Awaze Tibs  Quanta firfir  Injera
    Marissa M.

    Amazing FOOD! My husband is Ethiopian and we have tried almost all the places in AZ and this is by far the BEST! The food always hits the same and the customer service is amazing they are the nicest! Also me not knowing the menu and when I go by myself - they are very helpful with explaining what the dishes are! The ambiance of the restaurant is very welcoming and it feels almost family oriented like when grandma wants to keep feeding you lol

    Veggie plate
    Ali B.

    Really delicious authentic food. I love Ethiopian food but hadn't had it in a really long time, so I was excited to come here today! My order was ready quickly, I got there in about 10 minutes and it was ready! I got a lentil sambusa and veggie plate. The lentil sambusa was really good. Very flavorful and a good mix of textures. The veggie plate was super flavorful too and a good variety of things to try on the plate. Huge portions, I have plenty left over. Would definitely recommend if you like Ethiopian!

    Awaze Tibs with a bottle of San Pellegrino sparkling water.
    Jeffrey V.

    The food at First Cup is delicious. I'll usually order their meat entrees such as quanta fir fir, awaze tibs, or derek tibs and am never disappointed with the quality of the meals. As an added bonus, this restaurant also sells injera in bulk if you're seeking to take some home for other meals you might make or eat with it.

    Veggie combo (vegan)
    Matt B.

    Top-quality Ethiopian food with plenty of vegetarian/vegan options. We each ordered a veggie combo ($15) to go for lunch and our order was ready shortly after we showed up. You get a nice array of different dishes (misir wot, gomen, shiro, green beans+carrots, cabbage), with a generous helping of injera to scoop it up. Everything was really nice flavoured, with the stand-outs being the misir wot and shiro -- in fact, the creamy shiro was among the best I've ever had. Really tasty stuff. The guy who took my order and who dealt with me for pick-up was super friendly. Really great spot overall for Ethiopian. Highly recommended.

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    Gaby V.

    I recently got back from Ethiopia, and was excited to show my boyfriend the food I had over there. I found this restaurant, and went with him. It was so yummy and authentic. Just what I was looking for! We are both vegan and got the veggie combo with extra shiro. It's delicious. If you have not tried Ethiopian food, you are missing out. It's so flavorful! It's good and you eat with your hands, and it's meant to be shared. We will definitely be back! They also do traditional coffee there as well for three people or more. Coffee was found in Ethiopia so you know it's strong and delicious. I do hope they add a vegan creamer like almond milk for it soon! The owner was incredibly nice and helpful as well.

    Veg platter and a beef stew with jalapeños. Very good
    Alison K.

    The food was very authentic, fresh and tasty. I liked the mashed chick pea dish (I forget the name) but it was very flavorful. The injera bread was spongy and sour, very delicious. I'm glad we tried this place! Support local business!

    Kikllile, Quanta firfir, Dulet
    Abeal T.

    My friend introduced to me to First Cup not too long ago and I'm glad he did. As an Ethiopian myself, I'm always wondering how great each restaurant is in the Valley. As far as Ethiopian restaurants go, First Cup definitely ranks as one of the best. Ethiopian food is meant to be shared and ate together. As such, my two friends and I got a huge plate of food with three different entrees. From the menu, we had Kikllile, Quanta firfir, and Dulet. Each had its unique flavor to it that will not disappoint. Being that it's customary to eat with your hands, Ethiopian food might not appeal to some but once you can get accustomed to it, you will open your taste buds to wonderful food. First Cup is an incredible restaurant and easily worth a visit.

    Nancy H.

    Delicious, pure, clean healthy food. Great service too. Will definitely be coming back!

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    Great food friendly staff and not the best location which makes it even better experience! It's close so we eat there all the time. YUM

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    Wonderful family joint. The Veggie combo with the beef ribs is a great dish if you're new to Ethiopian. Very

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    Decent food, can't say anything bad about this place. It will cure your Ethiopian needs.

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    Awesome and delicious food, pretty good customer service. Courteous and friendly personnel

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    Best Ethiopian I've had in Phoenix. Maybe ever. I got the veggie combo. Weighed like 5 pounds. We are for days!

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    Absolutely good food and great service!. It is authentically amazing! My niece is Ethiopian and it is just like home cooked!

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    We enjoyed a selection of foods shared between the four of us. These were very tasty and presented nicely on a large platter.

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    4.4(763 reviews)
    10.2 mi
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    For some reason, we enjoyed this visit even more than the last because we ordered properly! No…read moremeat. We are both "meated out". The Deluxe Vegetarian Platter was massive, enough for 3 people, served with fluffy teff bread (injera). They provide a small fresh (uncooked) vegetable salad on the round plate of cooked lentils, together with excellent greens which was a much needed reprieve. I had my collard greens (gomen) so I was happy! The diners were of diverse backgrounds and it was nice to see people from all backgrounds and ethnicities enjoying the taste of African spices and unique Ethiopian food preparation. Till next time, Lalibela! Highly recommended this business. We met the lady who does the cooking! Lalibela, long may you thrive!

    Hearty ethiopian food in a casual atmosphere…read more We arrived on a Sunday afternoon and it was busier than we've seen before; they had their monthly Sunday vegan buffet going ($25) that offered some items not on their usual menu and looked tasty. We ended up getting platters off the menu instead, mostly ordering vegetarian. (But if you're hungry or want more food, the buffet is a good option.) The green beans and the collards are a solid combination because of the difference in texture and spice. Cabbage, fish and beef were also good. Everything came either on a bed of injeera (soft) or rice, or a combination. On weekdays they have lunch specials which are the best deals and very good and inevitably you'll have leftovers to enjoy later. Service has been better and more attentive in the past but it was busier than usual too. The actual decor and location is a bit dated but you probably wouldn't come here for the atmosphere. They also sell their coffee and other small things to go. I don't have ethiopian that often so this was a treat. Shared parking lot with other businesses.

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    Authentic EthioAfrican - 2 veg + 2 meat platter

    Authentic EthioAfrican

    4.7(330 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    Been looking for an Ethiopian spot closer to me for a while, and today I was really craving some…read moreinjera so I made an order off Doordash and I am soooo impressed! First off, the VALUE! Wow! For $17 I got the vegan combo plate and it came with 2 sides -- I opted for the mesir wat (spicy lentils) and gomen (collard greens). The mesir wat and gomen came beautifully wrapped in an injera, with a salad on the top and two very large rolled up injeras. This combo would be more than enough for two people to share. I ordered right as they opened and my order came fairly quickly (~40 mins), so I was really happy with that as well. The mesir wat was seasoned spectacularly! Just enough heat that pairs with the savory flavor. The gomen also was deliciously garlicky, all coming together so harmoniously with the sourness of the injera. I was worried that ordering it for delivery would affect the experience, but everything came nice and warm and it was so great to have this meal at home. I definitely will need to come in next time, with friends for sure, I could not finish this combo on my own.

    All three stars go to food quality, the food is great here. We eat vegan with gluten free injera…read moreand it's fantastic food. If you have 2 hours to spare on a dinner, consider coming. But don't come thirsty or hungry lol Jeez . I've been here 2 times. They are incapable of even bringing a glass of water. The first time I ordered a drink from the bar and over the course of 50 minutes we asked about it 3 times. It came after the food. The second time tit was an empty restaurant. We got no water, no silverware. The food shows up after an hour and we have nothing. Something is VERY wrong with the service here and unfortunately we won't be back.

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    Ethiopian art

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    Vegan Combo 2 Sides

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    Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant - Misir + Injera

    Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant

    4.2(259 reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    Was eager to try this place since last time I tried to order delivery DoorDash screwed it up and I…read morenever got my food. However this is not the restaurant's fault that falls absolutely on DoorDash and their poor service. Having said that this is a family run restaurant. When you walk in may not be aesthetically pleasing to the eye on the outside but what you're about to experience inside is absolutely so much more. I ordered the mushroom wat which was very reasonably priced at nine dollars and an iced tea. The owner of the restaurant is very friendly very warm when I also taking my order promptly. The dining area itself is smaller, but very quaint and its ability to maintain its coziness. The decor of the restaurant is pretty modest in a culturally based atmosphere which improves the atmosphere of this wonderful experience. My food was very promptly made and arrived on the table quickly and experience was about to get all that much better. The mushroom wat was absolutely amazing and absolutely what I have been craving for the 20 years. I've been waiting for in my return cravings for Ethiopian food. The bread they used for dipping with absolutely perfect as it is always one of my favorites to indulge when eating this food. In the end this place left me sitting at the table absolutely stuffed, which is fantastic especially with the price what I paid for it all. I will be returning to restaurant for sure as I now found the exact right place, for this kind of food.

    Great, authentic, tasty, Ethiopian food. Always prepared fresh. Prices are reasonable and it tastes…read morebetter than some restaurants in the valley offering the same food. I always get a veggie combo plate so I can taste a little of everything.

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    Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant - Seating

    Seating

    Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant - Vegetarian combo in front, meat combo in back

    Vegetarian combo in front, meat combo in back

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    LATHA - Peri peri chicken

    LATHA

    4.5(284 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    Minority-owned & operated
    Women-owned & operated

    LATHA!!! Just an…read moreabsolute VIBE with Mouthwatering flavor packed food!! I was invited to LATHA for a small birthday gathering, and it was so much more. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. Our waitress was attentive and helpful with recommendations on what to order according to our palettes. Everything I ordered was amazing from my drink to my food and without the waitress keen input,I might of made the wrong choice. The ambience was a vibe!! Afro centric and chic, with beautiful outdoor dining and decor. They also had some good photo op spaces to take pictures. One last thing the owner was front and center assisting her staff and greeting and engaging with all who came,and that is something you don't always see and I would've never known until someone mentioned she was the owner! Thank you for creating a beautiful place for food,friends,family and CULTURE!! To anyone looking for fantastic food and vibe please go to LATHA!!

    I really wanted to like this place in fact, I am willing to give it another try next time I'm in…read morephoenix. But what did it for me was the attitude from the greeter. I walked up the stairs and said "hi can I get a table for two?" he said "first of all how are you?" I said, " oh! I'm sorry I'm fine. How are you?" he looked at me and said "do you have a reservation?" I smiled and said no I just got off the plane from "New jersey and I really wanted to try this place." (I looked around and saw a lot of empty tables so I figured it wouldn't be a problem.) he looked at me and said." Hmm you still should've made a reservation." Then he asked me what I plan on having while I was there. (It seemed like such an odd question).. I looked around and said" dinner and drinks" . He grabbed a couple of menus and said come with me. We were seated immediately. Which was odd because I thought we needed a reservation... anyways I counted about three waiters who said that they would be attending us when they finally settled on one person who was a really nice young lady. However by then,I was already in a bad mood. I didn't even pick the right dish. I had a vegetarian dish that tasted horrible. But my friend really enjoyed her meal I also looked around and everyone else's food looked amazing. (I'm usually good at ordering I just was having an off night. I blame the host lol) On the plus side,they have live music and the owner came out and introduced herself. That was really nice and the reason why I'll give it another try when I'm in town. But i'll make sure to have a reservation to avoid an attitude from homeboy. Lol

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    Entrance to the restaurant

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    Whipped goat cheese

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    West Hut - I LOVE SPINACH with chicken and fufu

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    4.2(145 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    If you are looking for vibes, look no further! This Nigerian cuisine inspired gem is located in the…read morePark Central plaza in Midtown Phoenix, and is easy to find. Depending on time of day, parking is ample. You are met by a walk up patio with plenty of varied seating. Modern African theme and decor throughout. As you walk in, you receive a warm welcome. Full service ordering and an overall laid back, take your time atmosphere. Staff is always nice and helpful when explaining menu offerings if you're not sure what you want. Although menu is self explanatory. Vegetarian options available for most main dishes. The Sabolo drink is refreshing and a must try item. Full bar available. Great music and live events

    The food is absolutely amazing. Excellent and flavorful. If you can't handle the "spiciness" of…read moreketchup, this might not be for you. But if you put Sriracha on Everything, then this is the place for you. I ordered the spicy goat pepper soup with the fufu and it was heavenly. My only complaint was the portion sizes. All of the portion sizes are very small for the amount money you pay, thus the 3 star rating. The delicious of the food added the additional star which is why ultimately decided on a 4. My friends all got the lunch specials and they weren't happy with the quantity. I ordered my husband the beef "patties" to go, only to discover it was only a singular "patty" for $6. And if you have a party of 5 people and or more, they automatically add a gratuity to your bill. The restaurant is small on the inside but has a nice front patio outside which was shaded. On a nice night, it'd be romantic to sit out there. Overall, I'll be back to this place. But be prepared to order double portions per person, so you'd spend about $40/person before tips and taxes.

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    Inside

    West Hut - Vegetarian egusi and fufu

    Vegetarian egusi and fufu

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    Authentic EthioAfrican

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    4.6(49 reviews)
    11.5 mi

    Authentic EthioAfrican Scottsdale is located in the corner of a shopping center off East Indian…read moreBend Road, behind somewhat intimidating dark, reflective windows. Don't be put off. Inside, the space is warm, subdued, and inviting, with Ethiopian music--ranging from traditional to funk--played at just the right volume, perfectly complementing the cuisine. I visited alone from out of town on successive Monday and Tuesday evenings, with few other customers there either night. I ordered combinations both times, trying most of the vegan options and two of the meat options between the two meals. There wasn't one dish that I wouldn't eagerly order again. The two-meat / two-vegan and four-vegan platters were each probably enough for two ordinary appetites. I finished one each night, but was very full afterwards. Service was provided by a friendly and charming server who graciously chatted with me about some shared interests. I see a few reviewers complain about service on busy evenings, and it was clear from the size of the place that one server would have little hope of keeping up by themselves if it was busy. I will definitely visit again if I am ever back in town. AEA has everything going for it: great atmosphere, delicious food, engaging service, and extremely reasonable prices. I hope they can resolve whatever staffing issues they may be experiencing and enjoy continued success.

    The best Ethiopian food in the valley. We took our son here…read morefor his birthday since he loves Ethiopian food and he had a great time. We loved the food samplers plate served in wide plate with variety of vegetables and meat. The amount of food was large enough to share for 4 people and it was perfect. Service was excellent and we will definitely come back again. Thank you.

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    Authentic EthioAfrican - The beautiful interior

    The beautiful interior

    Authentic EthioAfrican - Vegetarian Combo with 4 Sides

    Vegetarian Combo with 4 Sides

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