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    Restaurant Godjo

    3.9 (147 reviews)
    ModerateEthiopian, African
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    "Veggie combo" 17 euros!
    Kaley B.

    Ok, so this place is adorable in terms of ambiance. It's TINY. I mean, you can barely move around at all or get in your seat. The staff was trying... but also super rude when my friend didn't want to order anything. The food was what truly made me give 3 stars. What was that?! I lived in Ethiopia for a year. I live in oakland where we have tons of Ethiopian food. What was this?? Ugh.... Per my photo: "Veggie combo" equivalent but don't expect any gomen (greens) and no substitutions lol so if you don't like kik Alicha (yellow plain lentils) you should just order something else since this dish is $17 euros!

    One side is the vegetarian sampler and the other is the meat for my husband!
    Mira D.

    Yall, this place is BOMB. It is a hole in the wall sort of place - which is how you know the food is good. I think it is also family owned because the owners looked related - so that basically means everything will taste home cooked. ALSO they have vegetarian AND vegan options along with non veggie options if you are with non-veg friends. My husband and I were able to eat what we both want and were satisfied. I had the lentils and I think he had beef? You cannot go wrong with going to this place. The service is nice, the ambiance is also super cute and the food is amazing. So it wins on all levels!

    Ben L.

    Such good food, so flavorful! The vegetarian mix was spicy and tasty. The crepe was yeasty and perfect. I loved the genuine ambiance, African music, statues and colorful artefacts everywhere and the ladies cooking in a very humble kitchen at the back. Just lovely!

    Sean G.

    When I was looking for vegetarian options in Paris, it was my lucky evening that I came across a place that had two things that I love - vegetarian-friendly options AND Ethiopian food! This is a tiny place - I counted about 18 seats within the restaurant (although I think they had downstairs seating as well). I got there relatively early and was seated immediately. I ordered the Ye Tsom (composition végétarienne variée) - it put a big smile on my face when they brought the platter out - I tucked in and enjoyed every morsel of the meal down to the last bit of injera. The portions were generous and food was what I clearly expected (good and good and good!). Every seat was filled by the end of my meal - it did get fairly cramped but the place still had a comfortable and festive vibe. I would highly recommend making a booking before arriving.

    Yum! An assortment of vegetarian dishes served on top of the Ethiopian spongy bread. This was a platter for 3 and it was super filling
    Elizabeth W.

    Ethiopian food in Paris? Yes, please! This place is a gem and excellent for vegetarians! The staff are just lovely - super friendly and attentive. It's a refreshing change in Paris!! When you step into this little restaurant, you feel like you're in another world. For those who haven't had Ethiopian food, it is served on a giant platter on top of a spongy bread. You can eat with your hands, using the bread to scoop up the veggies/meat on top. The menu is well-explained and not intimidating, and if you have any questions, the staff is sure to help. The food was just exquisite - perfectly spiced and full of flavor. I also tried an Ethiopian beer, which paired well with my food. I have already been here a few times and can't wait to come back!

    Doro wat & lentils served in a huge platter to share
    Marcia H.

    Godjo really sets the bar high for Ethiopian food. Came here on a Friday night with a friend for dinner around 7PM. Decided to order a round of their Ethiopian beers (which I highly, HIGHLY recommend), and was quickly followed up with our main courses (spicy chicken and lentils). Not too long after that, the waitress came out with a giant platter, FULL of not only our main dishes, but also side dishes! I have yet to eat at an Ethiopian place that does sides as well as Godjo (includes a hard boiled egg, some salad, and what looked like stewed collard greens). Needless to say, my friend and I both left Godjo feeling completely satisfied. TL;DR, if you are in Paris and you want some good Ethiopian, come to Godjo and don't skip out on the beer ;)

    Platter, with tortilla and Ethiopian beer
    Aidan S.

    A recommendation from a tour I did, and now my recommendation too. Served in a large wicker bowl, the food filled Ethiopian tortilla is an culinary experience that should be experienced. Got the platter selection, mildly spiced for me, and wildly fun. No utensils, so you break off some of the tortilla on the side plate, and then fill it using your hands as utensils. This is a great night out, and the food is really good. The waitress was friendly, and explained everything too, which was a great help. Finished it off with a good espresso. Fitting ad Ethiopian is the birthplace of coffee.

    Half meat half veggie platter
    Anneke D.

    I was looking for a place to take my vegetarian friends visiting from out of town when Godjo came to mind. I'd heard great reviews about the place from several American friends (some of whom frequent this restaurant each time they're in town). It was easy to reserve (did so via the link on Yelp!), and though on a tiny side street in the fifth, fairly easy to find. We were seated in the cave (which was preferable to the dining room upstairs, crammed with western tables and flooded with fluorescent lights), on traditional stools with round basket table. We weren't the only group dining downstairs, but it felt as though we were forgotten. It took 20 minutes to get a pitcher of water, and then 20 more minutes to get our food. One half of the platter was vegetarian for our visitors, and the other half was composed of meat dishes for my partner and myself (mine spicy, his not). As the French say, c'était un régal! The meat was tender, the sauces perfectly seasoned and spiced. We finished the entire platter after we were full--couldn't let even a smidgen of sauce stay on the plate.

    delightful Ethiopian coffee
    Jen K.

    Ethiopian in Paris? Yes! Our favorite Ethiopian restaurant is in Iceland, but Godjo is a close second. It's a tiny little spot - so I highly suggest making reservations! The homemade bread dipped in the chicken, lamb and lentil dishes is out of this world! If you like Ethiopian lentils, try the spicy version! The menu is in French only, so brush up ahead of time, or learn common phrases such as "What do you recommend?" Also, if you have a vegetarian with you, ask for their plate to be separate because the food is served family style. Finally, finish with a delightful Ethiopian coffee - you won't regret it!

    The sampler platter for two. Although, be warned that the sampler platter for one looks nothing like this.
    Caroline B.

    I have been to this place three times now. I love Ethiopian food and was excited to find this spot. However, I won't be back. My first experience was ok. However, on my second visit, we had a reservation for 8:30. We arrived on time but waited for over an hour and still weren't seated. Several parties that arrived after us were seated before us. We kept asking when we would be seated, and finally left after the third time that they told us that it would just be "15 more minutes." The food is decent but poor management and service all but ruined my dining experience there.

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    First time Ethiopian food while visiting France, and would pick this restaurant over all the rest! Food was amazing.

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    7 years ago

    absolutely wonderful. would recommend time and again. this will become a new tradition when visiting paris

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    I'm originally Ethiopian and was delighted by the meal I had here. Décor is amazing as well.

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    A small venue, with friendly service. Great food (plenty of vegan options) that is extremely affordable (especially for Paris).

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    For those who haven't had Ethiopian food, it is served on a giant platter on top of a spongy bread.

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    Habesha

    Habesha

    4.6(30 reviews)
    3.1 kmVaugirard/Grenelle, 15ème
    €€

    Tiny but charming little restaurant tucked away in a small street. The host was very friendly and…read moreaccommodating. The food was stellar, we were 6 in the party and so we tried everything (the menu is not large). The food was easily sharable amongst everyone, and everyone was delighted with the quality. Make reservations if you can because there is not much seating so you might be waiting.

    Charming, unassuming, and unexpected! I sought this place out based on good reviews on multiple…read morewebsites, and it didn't disappoint! Food/drink: I love that we were served some little nibbles (peanut snack mix) to start. We started with the local wine as an aperitif; it's sweet and slightly fermented. And we ordered our 2 favorite Ethiopian dishes. 1) The qey wat, a spicy beef in sauce, large portion, was nicely spiced with a little heat; it even came with some cheese for a slightly tangy flavor. 2) The vegetarian platter, which had 7 different dishes including 3 different lentils, cabbage, sweet beets, spinach, and salad. The injera was thinner/spongier than what I'm used to, and we had to ask for more twice, but we definitely were nicely stuffed by the end. Service: It's a mom and pop shop, which gives it charm. We were attended to as needed and, given the small size, had no problem finding the host/server when we needed him. Ambiance: This was the fun part! The restaurant was unassuming and almost hidden on a mostly residential street. Inside is the size of a (large) living room; one side had communal style seating with traditional Ethiopian table settings, where most guests sat. Add in the Ethiopian music videos in the background and it felt like an experience! A charming "hole in the wall" spot. Tip: it's small, seats ~6 parties, and pretty close quarters (that includes the bathroom, which is right next to wear people eat, so plan accordingly.)

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