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    Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant

    4.2 (259 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Barry Y.

    The norm is when something is on your table when you walk in and sit down you are not charged. When my group sat down each person had a bottle of water at their place. Before we walked out, each of us had to pay for the bottle of water that was at each person's place. There was no notice. I asked for a check while leaving. I got one but it was not itemized. The water cost about $3.00 The waiter noticed he gave the wrong dish to someone. After the patron told the waiter he had eaten from it, the waiter wanted to exchange dishes. Objections were voiced. The waiter kept saying it was OK. The other parties said it was not. Eventually the waiter acquiesced. These were not expensive dishes. Their primary ingredient is dried legumes, not lobster. There was a about a cup of the legumes in each one. There was no excuse for this. Go-Jo is place where you are deceived about what is included is not one to be trusted. Where one-half eaten bowl of split peas is imprudently exchanged for another's. It poses a danger to our health.

    Genevieve M.

    Downright home cooked Ethiopian food full of flavor and authenticity. The veggie dishes were soooo good...coupled with the spicy Awaze Tibs and the meat dishes... such a satisfying Ethiopian food fix. The restaurant is a no frills hole in the wall ...but the authentic meal and coffee ceremony set up is legit!

    The owner and his wife are very kind! We had dinner and ordered a combination platter which was very fun. We got to try a little bit of everything and now we know our favorites for next time. He helped explain everything and didn't rush us.

    Veggie combo
    Matt B.

    Pretty solid, inexpensive, good-value Ethiopian food in a no-frills setting. I showed up looking for a quick lunch, and that's what I got. I ordered their veggie combo ($16 plus tax), which comes with 7 different veggie dishes and injera. The highlights were definitely the misir wot and the shiro (middle and bottom middle), with the other dishes being rather middling. Good portion, good value and pleasant service. Solid spot.

    Vegetarian platter and non-veg 2 choice platter combined.
    Heena S.

    We enjoyed our dinner at Gojo! The vegetarian options were all excellent. The meat options, the sauce was great however the meat texture was a bit tough to eat. Loved the decor. Service was a bit slow but very friendly staff so we didn't mind. We will be coming back!

    Becky L.

    A friend and I ate here recently. We did sort of question the looks and location, however once inside we were warmly greeted. We both had the Gojo Combo and I have to say of the three Ethiopian restaurants we have tried in the valley this is the best of the three. The combo gave us a great taste of the veggie and meat options. Yum! Definitely recommend.

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    Luke P.

    Food was quite good and service was good enough. The major concern was the fact that there was a mf bottle cap in our dish ! Not sanitary. I don't enjoy giving bad reviews but they need to take more precaution because trust me, this was not appetizing... On top of that,when we notified the worker, he reached with his bare hand in to grab the bottle cap and remove it, saying "sorry". Sorry for the bad review but I had to bring this to attention

    Alec M.

    Any bad review about this place is pure delusion. The food here is amazing and seasoned to perfection, every time I come here the flavor is consistent and the previous time. I've been to other Ethiopian restaurants and this one reigns superior. The service and ambiance is okay, nothing too crazy or exciting but I'm not letting that get in the way of how good the food is. Don't second guess trying this place because if you do then you're missing out on a good food experience.

    Meat Combo
    Thomas T.

    Café Lalibela was closed this week and I was craving Ethiopian food so I decided to check this place out. The restaurant is a little hidden gem in the area. The family that owns the restaurant is very friendly. The interior of the restaurant is simpler than Café Lalibela but the food is just as good. The meat combo is a good way to try the different meats. I do wish the portion was slightly bigger because it was so good!

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    Ethan N.

    Great service! Incredible food! Food was great and portion sizes are stuffing for the price. Will definitely be my go to for Ethiopian food now!

    Veggie pick 4
    Sein G.

    Gojo Ethiopian food is amazing ! Quick service. Easy pick up. My sister and I have returned a few times since we tried this restaurant. So far never disappoints and the serving is huge. I would definitely return again and I recommend this place if you are a fan of ethnic food in general and Ethiopian food

    DELICIOUS ETHIOPIAN BEER!!!

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    Amazing food and big restaurant ! Get the Gojo combo for veggie + meat options or veggie combo for pure veggie. Highly recommend

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    authentic food nice owners . the place was very homey feeling . i come here often with friends we love it

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    Café Lalibela - Lunch Perfection

    Café Lalibela

    4.4(763 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$

    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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    Lunch Special - best lunch in Phoenix hands down

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    Authentic EthioAfrican - 2 veg + 2 meat platter

    Authentic EthioAfrican

    4.7(331 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    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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    Vegan Combo 2 Sides

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    LATHA - Peri peri chicken

    LATHA

    4.5(284 reviews)
    3.5 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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    LATHA - Entrance to the restaurant

    Entrance to the restaurant

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    Whipped goat cheese

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    West Hut - I LOVE SPINACH with chicken and fufu

    West Hut

    4.2(145 reviews)
    3.4 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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    West Hut - Inside

    Inside

    West Hut - Vegetarian egusi and fufu

    Vegetarian egusi and fufu

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    Authentic EthioAfrican

    Authentic EthioAfrican

    4.6(49 reviews)
    7.5 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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