This place is one of the most beautiful and chill places I have been to in a while. This is the kind of place where you go to relax and really enjoy the food. You take your time and get to chat with friends and actually taste the food. The chairs are plush and comfortable and you never feel rushed. A fresh ice cold bottle of water is brought to the table and the service was amazing. So warm and friendly and they explain the menu if you have any questions. The food is clearly the best I've had in a long time. The spices are so rich and flavorful. Half the menu is vegan/vegetarian and the other half has meat options. If you want to sample a bit of everything they have a delicious platter. The braised beef is melt in your mouth tender and so good! 10 out of 10. I am so going back and taking all my friends and family with me. read more

Gursha Eats is truly a gem in the Salem, OR community. While spending a week there (Salem), visiting my best friend, she took me all around Salem to explore some of her local favorites, and Gursha Eats was one of them. Now, the last time I had authentic Ethiopian food was many years ago, with the same best friend at this Ethiopian spot in Orlando, FL - the name of which is escaping me. Needless to say, it's been YEARS. So, I was very excited to visit Gursha Eats because my best friend had done nothing short of speak AMAZING things about this local eatery. And, naturally, Gursha Eats did not disappoint. Again, I repeat, what a gem! The staff were just the absolute sweetest! Service was top-tier and quick as can be. However, the food was the MAIN attraction. I got the platter, so that I was able to try a little bit of everything, and wow, wow, WOW!! It was so flavorful. My goodness! I was truly blown away by how wonderful everything tasted. I have found African & other black & brown cultural (& being of Caribbean descent - so I get it) cuisines very filling and heavy. So, I didn't eat a ton while there because I got full pretty quickly, but I was happy to have leftovers to enjoy later, and that I did. The leftovers were just as amazing as eating it in the restaurant. Nothing was overly spicy. Everything was served fresh and paired very well with the tea I requested, but I am drawing a blank on the flavor I got. I was truly a happy camper after that meal. If Gursha Eats didn't know this, they know now, I am a FAN for life. And for as long as my best friend calls Oregon home, I will be sure to find my way to Salem to visit Gursha Eats. If you are a local and have not been, please give them your patronage. If you are visiting Salem, as I was, I also urge you to visit this local gem. You will not, I repeat, you will not be disappointed. This little spot is definitely worth it. Before I wrap this up, the restaurant was previously a Latin cuisine spot, so when you walk in, it is a mixed fusion of Latin and Ethiopian decor. It blends quite nicely - actually. So, just a fun little fact. Do not let the previous signage and decor throw you off because Gursha Eats is a bit newer. I am sure, in time, they will slowly convert the decor to more traditional Ethiopian aesthetics. And even if they don't, as I mentioned, the fusion of cultures kind of works well. It definitely has a nice homey feel to it, too. So, overall, you just get the feeling of visiting family. It is just a warming and inviting spot to visit. Again, please, please check this local eatery out. It is so worth it! read more

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Disappointed. Ordered a Lamb dish ( confirmed with waitress that dish could be made with lamb ). But dish arrived with beef. Waitress reaffirmed it was lamb, but told her it tasted beef. Main guy came out of kitchen said it was the spices, but no - i held my ground. He then relented and apologized and got me the dish with lamb. Wasn't great - will be a while before I return. read more

amazing, everything was delicious and we felt great afterwards. the service was very friendly and the vibe was great here. the ambiance was great and we left happy and wanting to come back again! read more

Fantastic food! Every meal I've had seems to somehow top the last, and it's fantastic to watch this business grow! The space is wonderful; great seating, and the combination of herbs and spices and incense takes the atmosphere to another level. The turn around time is great, and there's plentiful seating. The service is fantastic and attentive. read more

The food was excellent. Great taste! Service was friendly. We will be back. Great location. Easy to find. read more

Enjoyed every bite. Excellent service. A great addition to Salem's restaurant scene.A hidden gem and we plan to return soon. read more

Gursha Eats - Ethiopian Near Me - Salem, Oregon

I love Ethiopian food! When family said this restaurant had opened, we decided to try it. I loved the decorations and style--definitely reminded me of my time in East Africa. Flavors were delicious. Things to improve: portions are TINY. It was over $80 for the veggie combo platter and two meat dishes, and wouldn't have been enough for 2 hungry adults. With the size of our family group, it felt like an appetizer, but the price point meant we weren't going to order everything again. Menu is very limited and not descriptive enough. Three of the meat dishes are written with the same ingredients--what makes them different? No idea. Service was not attentive. We had to get up 4 times to ring the bell (no one out front) for service--napkins, more water, more injera, the check. It's a promising little spot and hopefully they can iron out the kinks and make the price point more realistic so that they can stick around! read more

Incredible service and amazing food! Large portions. Would love to try more vegetarian options but still a 10/10. If you like spicy, ask for some Berbere seasoning on the side. read more

So lucky to have an Ethiopian option in Salem! Lovely owner and great food. Great atmosphere and everyone should try it at least once. Great for vegetarians, too. read more

Delicious food, with vegan options! Coffee was so good I drank it black. Service was really great too!

The food was amazing! I have been a fan of Ethiopian food since the first time I tried it, and GurshaEats brought me back. Try the Sambusa; they aren't in the picture, but my stomach couldn't wait. read more

So glad we chose Gursha Eats for dinner while family was in town! Absolutely delicious and Azi is so kind and attentive! Honey wine and honey water are fantastic, awaze tibs (both lamb and beef, stewed and stir fried) are seasoned to perfection, and sambuza is a great starter! Oh, and the gomen added a lovely veggie moment. We will definitely be back, highly recommend you check them out! read more

My husband and I were looking online for a new place for date night and saw Gursha Eats. I was so excited to experience Ethiopian culture. We were overwhelmed with a comforting delicious smell from the kitchen from the moment we walked into the door. The owner was incredibly hospitable and gracious with his attending to us and the other customers. We shared a very large platter type bowl with several different choices of food offered. The quality and infusion of the spices were such an incredible experience. The cardamom/ginger tea after dinner was Perfect. An excellent choice that we will choose again many times read more

Finally some amazing food in Salem! This is legit Ethiopian food - amazing flavors, friendly service, interesting ambience. They share the space with a Mexican restaurant next door, and people on both sides can sit on either side. We got the Awdament Gursha platter to share, on injera, with a couple Ethiopian beers. Disregard the neighborhood - this little place is the place to go! read more

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Delicious Misir Key Wat meal. Just happened on Gursha Eats and couldn't have made a better choice. Sorry forgot to take a picture before I ate half of it. read more

Gursha Eats - Misir Key Wat - Ethiopian Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Woah, don't miss out on this spot. I come up to Salem to have lunch with my best bud from Portland now and then, this will be our official spot from now on. Really good food, awesome flavor, amazing hospitality, and some really enjoyable conversation with the owner. I especially liked the yellow lentils on the veggie platter. read more

The food and service were incredible, I will absolutely be back when I'm in the area.

Such a great place food is always amazing. The flavors are something you can't find anywhere else in Salem.

everything was perfect! food was great, service was great, it smelled so good in there - like frankincense. the coffee was good, had it black. i will definitely be coming back. thank you gursha eats! read more

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So so so good. Amazing service and great food. Thank you so much for the great time and amazing setting. Great scene. Smells good. Nice bathroom. Nice people. read more

First time trying Ethiopian food, it was all very delicious!! We shared the platter with all the sides and it was amazing! Service was great, we will be back! read more

Gursha Eats - Ethiopian Near Me - Salem, Oregon

We just happened to spot this on Yelp when looking for somewhere new to have lunch. I've been a fan of Ethiopian food for decades and have had it in San Diego and Los Angeles as well as Gresham. Each place has had its own take on the flavors and I've never been to an Ethiopian restaurant I didn't like. Add to that list Gursha Eats. We got the Adawment Gursha which is basically a sampler plate for two. The beef and chicken were completely infused with the spices and were absolutely delicious. The cabbage was tender and flavorful and the two lentil dishes were distinctive and delightful. I had never had beets in an Ethiopian restaurant, but they were really good as well. Their injera had just the right sourness and they gave us the perfect amount for our food. The restaurant shares the space with El Toro Mexican restaurant but they've been given one side to decorate with an Ethiopian theme. I highly recommend this place for people who love Ethiopian food or those who haven't tried it yet. We're really glad there's finally a good Ethiopian restaurant in Salem! read more

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We love Ethiopian and this did not disappoint! Shared a platter and it was delicious! Highly recommended. read more

Gursha Eats - Ethiopian Near Me - Salem, Oregon

Best food I've had in Salem!! Prompt and friendly service, cute holiday decorations, and a good menu selection!

I am so grateful to have you excellent Ethiopian food in Salem. The food is wonderful. The staff are gracious and the atmosphere is great too. read more

I walked into the most beautiful restaurant today; the moment I stepped in, I was welcomed with the warmest smile. This family-owned Ethiopian restaurant in Salem, Oregon, is not only serving some of the most flavorful, spice-filled dishes l've had in a long time, but they're also going through something unimaginable with their baby girl. Please, if you're anywhere near Salem or even coming from Portland, stop by and support them. Their food is incredible, the atmosphere is so full of heart, and they deserve every bit of love right now. read more

So happy this place is in Salem! I got spoiled when I lived in DC and there were tons of delicious Ethiopian restaurants. Gursha Eats is right up there with the best in terms of flavor and quality ingredients. The staff were so welcoming and friendly. Definitely try the Doro Wat and the sambusas (both lentils and meat ones were great!). Hope they get enough support to stick around. We'll definitely be back! read more

I will be the naysayer to all the stellar reviews. The food in my opinion is very overpriced and underwhelming. The taste of everything was very bland. The bread, cold and tasteless. The Doro Wot chicken (1 piece for 25.00) was okay. The Sumbusa appetizer with lentils was decent. The Alicha Kit was also tasetless. This was a ONE and Done place for us. Three dishes with tip = $50.00 for two people with no takeaway. Sorry-fully missed the mark! read more

Unbelievable restaurant. The food was so good with a great variety of dishes to choose from. The service was excellent as well.

Absolutely delicious food, and warm, welcoming service. This place is wonderful! We got an order of sambusa and the Awdamet Gursha to share, which is a platter with a little bit of everything. Each dish on the platter was perfectly spiced and tasted amazing. The Ethiopian coffee was lovely as well. read more

I'm so happy and excited Salem has an Ethiopian restaurant. No more driving to Portland. The food was delicious. Service was excellent. And we will be back to try the Ethiopian coffee with the beans roasted tableside. read more

The food is very flavorful and authentic and the service is very friendly. The vegetarian options are great and I will definitely return. Also there is a very cute older table busser man who wears a fedora and smiles a lot. I really liked him. read more

My wife and I were impressed with the food at Gursha. It has many tasty veggie and meat options, some spicy dishes, and awesome injera. Their dishes were as good or better than any Ethiopian food we've had in Portland and now we can get it in Salem! We will definitely be back. read more

excellent food and service. wonderful introduction to Ethiopian cuisine. highly recommend

The food is delicious and the 2 men who served us were very sweet. One served our food, all was flavorful and fresh. The injera was lovely! The other served the coffee, incense included. It was a wonderful experience. We lived in Portland for years and have very much missed Ethiopian food. Please support this family owned business and prized addition to our city! read more