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Decided to give Shewhat a try after seeing the raving reviews. We went on a weekday for dinner. It wasn't crowded. The backyard had plenty of tables. It was cozy and well-lit. The service was friendly and fast. We ordered the veggie combo. It was delicious and well-flavored. We were able to finish it between the two of us without feeling stuffed. The honey wine was refreshing but a bit too sweet. The Ethiopian beer was from a local brewery, not actually imported. read more

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Charlotte M.

11 months ago

Very inviting vibe!! Felt so comfortable and homey. The service was awesome as well. The woman that works there was very kind and considerate. The food was so good omg. I swear I almost reached enlightenment. Went there for my birthday and was not disappointed. read more

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This was an amazing Ethiopian spot with the best nighttime outdoor ambiance, nice and efficient staff, and flavorful food. We added fish tibsy and okra into the meat and veggie combo, and it was perfect amount of food for 6 very full people! The injera was a bit too sour for me, but it paired really well with the stews. The lentils were my favorite veggie stews, and all the meats really shocked me because of how flavorful it all was. The beef, fish, and chicken and spinach were all super yummy and well spiced, and I loved all of them equally. The family style sharing and ambiance of fairy lights adds such a comforting atmosphere perfect for any chill but explorative dinner. You also don't have to worry about parking! There was a small but empty lot in front of their restaurant. On our way out, we almost hit the owner, but he was so nice that he smiled and waved. Love this place and the people! read more

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Safi O.

6 months ago

Armando did an amazing job -- extremely quick service & very kind man. Do not go anywhere else- convenient location & plenty of parking.

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Peter K.

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2 years ago

Delicious yemisir wat. Great Mushroom tibsy. Vegan section is big. The tej goes great with the meal on a warm evening. Portions are huge. Expect to need someone to roll you away. The food here is so good you can't stop. read more

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Rachel M.

1 year ago

We loved our meal here. We had the meat and veggie combo and it was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Had a major craving for Ethiopian food. Came here because Brundo was not open on Sunday (even though Google said it was). Business owners need to check and correct these things. Must have been meant to be because the food was ***excellent***. Each component of the dish was thoughtfully and tastefully seasoned, able stand alone as their own dish on their own dish. When combined, it's a symphony. The injera is 100% teff and fermented for three weeks which makes it robustly flavorful and acidic serving as a solid base to compliment each element topping the inners. The okra and the collards have a depth of flavor not usually found in other Ethiopian restaurants. Lentil elements are vibrant and everything is finger licking good. Especially since you're SUPPOSED to eat with your fingers. Staff is very nice. When the owner who is also the chef found out we were from out of town he came out to visit, reminisce and inquire about old haunts he used to enjoy. They also have a store that sells Ethiopian and Eritrean ingredients that is a block away but not open on Sunday. We'll definitely be back and will ask for the "surprise me" dish that is not on the menu and allows him to be creative. Should you choose to take this encouraged suggestion: Tell him "the adult pickles and ice cream" patron sent you. read more

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Jan L.

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Went for the first time this week, and it was wonderful. Comfortable, friendly, unpretentious, super tasty food, generous portions. I look forward to going back. read more

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Michael M.

2 years ago

Absolutely wonderful meal and experience, enjoyed to it's entirety! Thank you very much! read more

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Tamara T.

1 year ago

The food is really good, restaurant was easy to find and easy to get a table for 6 o'clock, but it filled up around 6:30. The service was atrocious. I can't even list everything that was wrong. There were so many problems. Even at the end, the waitress thanked us for being patient, thinking that if she thanked us putting up with her poor performance, we were going to tip her better? Either way if you can put up with poor Service, then you can have a great meal. read more

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Darryl Y.

2 years ago

Eritrean food! Alex was very friendly and explained key differences between Ethiopian food and Eritrean. One of the key differences is Eritrean food is significantly lighter and uses less butter. Their bread is gluten free. The lamb dish was mild, but well seasoned for a perfect blend of light, gamey and earthy. Will definitely return. read more

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This was my first time trying Ethiopian food and I was super impressed by the style of food and all the FLAVOR! This place gets busy so make sure to make a reservation! This experience if best enjoyed family style so you can try more of the dishes. We had a group of 4 and ordered the veggie + meat sampler along with the Beef Tibsy and okra, and mushroom Tibsy. It is served with Injera, essential to enjoy the whole spread of tasty food. I also had the ginger tea which paired perfectly with the food. I think the standouts for me was the beef tipsy and the mushrooms! Staff was super friendly and welcoming and made excellent recommendations. The place had a very homey feel to it and it shows in the quality of the food and service. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Hbny B.

2 years ago

We love Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine and have been looking for a replacement from our fave place in SF that closed a few years ago. The food was delicious and fresh and the service was awesome. We will be back! read more

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Charles K.

2 years ago

For a small restaurant it was an amazing experience. The whole place was clean, the dishes filled with fresh ingredients, and the service was friendly, relaxed and yet attentive. Highly recommend - beef and mushrooms - yellow lentils - lamb - chicken tibs Don't forget to eat the Injera under the dishes! It's so very flavorful.! read more

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Scott B.

10 months ago

This chef's food is so clean and balanced. The spices and the base ingredients like lentils and greens and chicken are seamlessly woven together with spices to create masterpieces. This is some of the best food I have ever had regardless of cuisine. The space is personal and feels like you are visiting an Auntie's patio or backyard. Best of all is the chef herself, full of joy and charisma. Later we noted that not only did we enjoy the flavors, it felt so nourishing and made us feel good. read more

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Alan H.

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Shewhat Special is a must try!! Everything tasted delicious. Was also very excited to try an Ethiopian beer, Bedele! Service was attentive and had great recommendations. We sat outside during dinner service on a comfortable night, but space heaters are available if it's chilly. read more

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This place is delish! Got the neat and veggie combo and it came with a delicious assortment of dishes. The injera is tasty and soaks up all the flavors! It came with beef stew and chicken with spinach. We also had red and yellow lentils and cabbage. I loved the collard greens too. Service was great and good was amazing quality. I'd go back! read more

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Sienna P.

10 months ago

Ordered delivery. Food was ok. Good flavor. Lentils were undercooked and watery. Injera was delicious but they only gave me ONE INJERA with the veggie combo. read more

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Hakan E.

3 years ago

It was first time trying Eritrean cuisine and I made the best decision picking this place! I sat at their cute patio, started with sambusas which was very crispy outside and soft inside. Alex was very welcoming, he treated me tea with my sambusa. Then I ordered beef tibsy & okra, so good!! Very tender and right amount of spice. This will be my new spot. read more

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We came here with friends from out of town. It was close to our home and thought why not. The entrance was a little challenging to decipher because of the structure of the building. It's as if you are entering into someone's back porch. Once we got seated we were brought menus and water. We ordered the typical family style platters with lamb, beef, with lentils, and collard greens. Everything was absolutely delicious and we'd definitely return. read more

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HIGHLY recommend this place! The service and food was amazing. I came here with some friends and it was all our first time here. Our waiter was so helpful and he helped us understand the menu and how the food is and how we should order. The food was SO good!! My first time trying this cuisine and it was so delicious. It was very flavorful and tasty. The restaurant was also very clean. They have an inside and a small patio outside. We opted for the patio and they turned the heaters on for us since it was a cold day. Loved coming to this hidden gem and highly recommend everyone checks it out! read more

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Kaitlyn W.

2 years ago

Wow wow wow. This place is awesome. Amazing inside/outside patio. We had the Shewhat sampler and had our minds completely blown. My favorite was the greens, my partners favorite was the Sambusas and the beef. I don't think you can miss with this place. The owner was sweet and accommodating! Will be coming back read more

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Jessica B.

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BEST ETHIOPIAN FOOD EVER! The owner is so sweet and puts so much love in her cooking. Recommend a veggie AND a meat platter. read more

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I want to start by saying the best places to eat are always the "hole in the wall" restaurants. This was a cute little spot that you might miss if you're not paying attention. My husband and I love Ethiopian/Eritrean food and hands down this is by far the best place that we have been to from Sacramento to the Bay Area. They are able to customize your order for the spice level from not spicy to spicy and that's a big deal for me. I love to enjoy my food but can't eat food that is too spicy. Abby was great and the food came out perfectly. We ordered the veggie combo, beef and mushroom tibsy and beef crispy tibsy. The food was so flavorful and tasty that we ordered some to go. The service was amazing!! I plan to let my friends and family know about this excellent restaurant and will definitely be making a trip back soon. read more

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Jeanna T.

2 years ago

The best Ethiopian food I have ever had!! My friend and I shamelessly ate the entire Shewhat platter to ourselves. No doubt I will be returning with my friends and family. The servers are so kind to explain ingredients in the food since I was concerned about allergies, but was pleasantly surprised that I was able to eat everything! The food came quickly too. We enjoyed sitting in their nice space outside. read more

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Gabby H.

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The service and food here is phenomenal. I made reservations for the evening and upon walking in it was very busy. There was no one in front to greet us. It seemed that the entire staff was busy getting orders out. I was acknowledged by servers walking around from afar telling me that someone will be with me shortly. A party of 4 then walked in after us and were seated immediately. When I asked the server why, he said that they were waiting for a 2 person table to be available. I then told him that we had reservations and have been waiting for 15 min. He said to wait one moment while he went to go tell who I believe was the manager. Once the situation was made aware, the manager came out and apologized and had us seated right away. Although frustrated in the beginning, the manager really made up for it by just acknowledging the issue and correcting it. Really went a long way for me. The food was amazing! We ordered the Shewhat Special which I would highly recommend if you're not sure what to order but want to taste a little bit of everything. The red lentils were soooooo friggin good with a nice amount of spice. The beef ziggni was also so buttery and tender with lots of complex spices. The sambusas had so much flavor, were nice and crispy and were served with a sweet chili sauce. Thank you for such a wonderful meal, Shewhat! read more

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Adam W.

2 years ago

Delicious. Ate the veggie platter for two. Just the right amount. Even the lettuce was dressed well. read more

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Excellent food, service, and ambiance. The food is ridiculously flavorful, I couldn't stop complimenting it. The service was great and the patio is a mix of romantic, chill, and cozy. All in all a great place and I look forward to another visit. read more

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Breana T.

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A step (or two) above the rest! I have eaten at every, yes, EVERY African, Eritrean, Ethiopian spots there are within 40 miles of where I live and Shewat is on top! And in my opinion it's not even close. Flavor! Salt! Black owned. Woman owned. Her daughter was doing homework at one of the tables when I walked in. Real family spot with smiles and such warmth that feels like you're at their home. A few tables inside and a really nice patio with lights and heat lamps too. By a happy accident I got to try more food than I had planned and it has me pumped to return! Crispy lamb tibs, gomen (greens), yellow & red lentils (kik alicha & misir wot), okra, atakilt (cabbage), shiro, even the salata (salad) was seasoned! Excellent! Overall - 9.6/10 - the only thing I would change is that for to-go they should consider putting the injera separate, wrap it some foil or plastic and put it outside of the container to keep the steam from making it soggy. I love supporting woman owned businesses but especially when they make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. I drove about an hour to come pick up a bite from them and I am so glad I did! I've now posted about them on a number of my other platforms and can't wait until I can come back with enough time to dine in , grab some content and put that up on my tik tok. Everyone needs to know about this place! read more

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Easily the best Ethiopian food I've ever had. Literally writing this review mid meal while at the restaurant. Can't even wait to get home to give this place five stars. read more

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i've only had ethiopian/eritrean food a couple times in my life but i can HANDS DOWN say that this has been my hands down favorite spot for it so far not only was the service stellar with some of the sweetest waiters, but the food was packed with so much flavor and texture that i was sold! we sat in their outdoor seating area which was so cozy and welcoming, and it almost felt like i was eating a family friend's housethis is definitely the kind of meal that brings people together. -- -- -- pictured: " shewhat special + added okra kelwa ($36.95+ ) // first off, the portions were HUGE, making it the perfect combo to share with friends! with a combination of flavorful vegetables, lentils, and meats, I had such a variety of food! my favorites were the beef tibs, yellow lentils, and yellow cabbage! it also came with a generous side of injera, which was a sour, fluffy bread that paired well with all the toppings. " sambusa appetizer ($9.95) // SO GOODfilled with brown lentils seasoned with eritrean spices, the hot pockets were so divine. -- -- -- definitely recommend checking them out for a delicious and welcoming meal! read more

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Daniel F.

1 year ago

Probably the best Ethiopian in the Bay Area. Perfect injera (not the kind that dries out your hands), great but not overpowering flavors of the dishes, and a lot less oily than most places. Kind owners too. read more

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Na A.

2 years ago

Omg, a gem in Berkeley!!! Visited from Hawaii and this is where I'm coming to get my fix from now on! I loved the customer service. Loved the flavors and the presentation. Family vibes read more

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Ian W.

2 years ago

Epic food and friendly service. Need I say more? The vegetarian combo and Shiro are my go-tos and both were up there w the best in the Bay Area. Ingera was excellent as well - perfect balance of tangy, spongy, and stretchy. Would recommend and will be going again! read more

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Mitchell S.

3 years ago

When I lived in the East Bay we loved how many great Ethiopian places we had to choose from. Now that we've left the area, it's become a rare treat. I had to check this place out because of the 5-star ratings, and it was just as good as everyone says. I ordered 3 dishes (beef tibsy, lamb alecha, and the Shewhat veggie combo. My plan was to eat a little of each and bring the rest home as leftovers for dinner with my wife the next day. However, it was so good that I ate nearly all of it and had to order another beef tibsy so I wouldn't go home empty handed! The only bummer is that it's only 7 blocks from my old house in Oakland. I wish it had been there when I could go all the time, but I will definitely be back. read more

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Bianca M.

1 year ago

Excellent food & service. The menu was fairly extensive; the restaurant was very relaxing & quiet enough to hold a conversation.

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Nyma S.

3 years ago

Food is good overall. Service is adequate (inattentive at times). Ambiance was nice. Though tables are very big and it's hard to have a quiet conversation with your partner. If you are Celiac or gluten intolerant you might enjoy this place. Their injera is 100% teff and gluten free. Main dishes are GF too. The appetizer and desserts are NOT gluten free. Staff is nice and helpful mostly. However, when it's busy, service suffers. Prior to coming, I emailed them and asked them about their menu because I have Celiac's Disease. I never received a response. However, I still came to the restaurant. When I arrived, I told the server, I have Celiac, but clearly didn't emphasize it enough. I suspect that, because I was dining with someone who is NOT Celiac they got confused. My non Celiac diner ordered the appetizer. Since appetizers are typically brought out first, we figured it would be OK because my partner could wash his hands before the main meal. However, this didn't happen. They brought it out just minutes before the main dish. Needless to say, I was VERY annoyed, but my partner and I took precautions and we managed fine. Also, we never had water on our table. Other tables had a bottle of water on them. Our server never seemed to notice or care. The first time we came here, the experience was great. However, this was my second time here, and I was not nearly as impressed. Going out to eat is pretty risky for anyone who is Celiac and I didn't feel as safe or as comfortable eating here as I would have liked. Maybe it was just an off night for everybody, but for me, I doubt I'll be returning. read more

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Suni P.

2 years ago

The vegan dishes we got were so flavorful! The perfect amount of complementing spices. I appreciated the many vegan options they had on their menu. The service was kind. We sat outside on the patio which was perfect on a warm summer evening. read more

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We met my mom for dinner and were greeted by a very friendly server. My mother and I ordered vegetarian plates and my partner ordered the chicken plate. We all enjoyed our meal's immensely Service was lovely and the bill was very reasonable. read more

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6101 Shattuck Ave
Oakland, CA 94609
Rockridge, North Oakland
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(510) 250-9533
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Hours

What time does Shewhat open?

Shewhat opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Shewhat opens at 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Shewhat close?

Shewhat closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Shewhat is closed on Tuesday.

Mon, Wed-Fri 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMTue ClosedSat-Sun 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Shewhat take credit cards?

Yes, Shewhat takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Shewhat have catering options?

Yes, Shewhat does have catering options.

Does Shewhat have a drive thru?

No, Shewhat does not have a drive thru.

Does Shewhat serve alcohol?

Yes, Shewhat serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Shewhat allow dogs?

No, Shewhat does not allow dogs.

Does Shewhat have TVs?

No, Shewhat does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Shewhat have bike parking?

Yes, Shewhat has bike parking.

Does Shewhat have outdoor seating?

Yes, Shewhat has outdoor seating options.

Does Shewhat have parking?

Yes, Shewhat has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Shewhat wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Shewhat is wheelchair accessible.

Does Shewhat have free WiFi?

Yes, Shewhat has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Our restaurant is brand new to the neighborhood, We serve Delicious traditional food! Now serve dinner only .

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Ask the Community - Shewhat

Do you have atakilt on your menu? Is it served as one of the items on the veggie sampler plate?

Yes we do have

Is there alcohol? Can I bring a bottle of wine or is there no liquor license?

Yea you can bring .but we r going to charge you corkage ….

Do you offer halal options?

Yes they do!

Is the injera made with 100% teff - or is there an option to choose so?

100%teff flour

0.5 mi•North Oakland, Rockridge

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Alem's Coffee

4.5(168 reviews)

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This is one of those iconic mom and pop Oakland restaurants I absolutely adore, and it is what…read moremakes the diverse Oakland culinary landscape flourish. Located at a corner across from the DMV (on Sundays the DMV transforms into a lively farmer's market) off of Claremont, its sleepy vibes have attracted its own cult of regulars for years. Moreover, it's a quick bike trip from where we live in Jack London Sq, and I always make it a pit stop whenever we ride up Telegraph. An affordable bowl of shihan ful - a nice savory, spiced bean dip served with airy bread - can keep two hungry bellies satiated for hours. I've even tried to replicate shihan ful at home (SF Chronicles had posted a recipe) but honestly have not been successful. Best to just leave it up to the pros at Alem's. It's hard to describe the flavor but the bean dip is nourishing and bursting with umami-ness that lights up my brain, in a good way. Recommend stopping by for a bite after a leisurely stroll at the Sunday Temescal Farmer's Market.

I was really excited to check out Alems because of the high ratings and because I love…read moreEritrean/Ethiopian breakfast. The food is good, but kinda expensive for what it is. The main problem is the service here. Every time I've been to Alem's they have forgotten my order. After ordering at the register ive sat down at a table waited 30-45 minutes and watched as they immediately serve regulars/friends that ordered well after me. Every time ive been Ive had to go back up to the register to remind them of my order and see that they have clearly forgotten about my order. This has happened THREE TIMES NOW. This last time we ordered to go: they forgot our order, we reminded them, and after waiting 45 minutes seeing people order and get thier food before us they still forgot a portion of our order. The food is good, kinda expensive for what it is, and you have to really remind them of your order if you arent in the inner circle. There's a clear distinction between the regulars/friends and everyone else. I won't be returning

1.2 mi•Temescal, North Oakland

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Cafe Eritrea D'Afrique

4.2(267 reviews)

This place is special. This evening 4 friends who are loved like family and myself sat down to eat…read moreand share our recent experiences/discoveries in this thing we call life. We were quickly seated. Shortly after we were given our water. As we pondered the delectable menu one member of our group brought our attention to the beautiful artwork surrounding those eating. The images are breathtaking portraits of individuals who look to be part of the Eritrean community. Sounds of laughter from the surrounding tables and feelings of safety from the peaceful internal environment embraced us as we looked. Then the food came out. It was full of color and there was clearly intentionality behind the presentation. Upon tasting the dish, flavors of savory seasonings, fresh vegetables, and soft injera filled the mouth. It was more than enough food for us all and we ended up taking left overs. If you are near the area I HIGHLY recommend paying this spot a visit.

One of the best and our favorite Habesha restaurants in Oakland. The food is authentic, injera is…read morealways good and not heavy. The prices are fair and the portion is a lot more than most restaurants. The service, ambiance, everything is great and the art is beautiful. it's a gem and must try! 10/10

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Chicken tipsi, and veggie combo: every item on this is super tasty, what a healthy meal!

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Lemat

4.4(278 reviews)

0.4 mi•South Berkeley

Lemat is such a staple. We ordered a beef sambusa as a starter (3 pieces) and shared a meat combo…read morebetween two people. They are always ready to refresh your injera supply (no extra charge!) and the flavors are lovely.

I always love my experience at Lemat. Great food, great drinks, and great ambiance within the…read morerestaurant. They are also great for large groups; I recently celebrated my birthday here with a party of 15 and the staff handled everything for us very well.

0.7 mi•Temescal, North Oakland, Rockridge

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Asmara Restaurant

4.3(634 reviews)

Vegan friendly

Gluten-free friendly

The guys at Jerusalem Coffee recommended for my friends & I to walk over to Asmara for dinner when…read moreI said I have not had Eritrean food before. They said Eritrean is very similar to Ethiopian food so we finished our beverages & headed down Telegraph to Asmara. We were delighted when we were told to wait at the bar next door until they have a large table for our group. I asked the server to bring us their popular dishes, enough to feed 7 adults and she told me not to worry, that she would take care of it. She brought out the Meat Combo and the Beef/chicken/lamb tibs along with platter of veggies and eggplant. She gave us enough injera to keep us munching away. The food and service were Fabulous so naturally we had a great evening.

$7 Asmara Lager (Eritrean): refreshing, slightly bitter, fruity, malty…read more $18 Vegi Combo: good! Can eat again but for me, it's not my favorite way to eat vegan.

Lamb tibs non spicy

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Cafe Colucci

4.2(1.4k reviews)

1.0 mi•North Oakland

So many vibes. I've been here but it's been a long time. In fact it was in their old location. Met…read moreup with some friends. They are vegetarian and we eat meat. So 3 of us ordered 2 meat dishes and they 3, ordered vegetarian dishes. We also ordered samoses (2 orders) and 2 lattes, and 2 baklava. Oh, they also ordered the stuffed jalapeño dish, which surprise was hot. All the food was delicious, even the two teenagers with us liked the food. It's got a good vibe inside and despite there being a pretty constant line we were seated within 15 mins. I would absolutely go back. Also - order the coffee, was hit with wonderful flavors served in this awesome ceramic mug.

My first time trying Ethiopian food and I LOVED IT!!…read more The dishes are FULL of flavor! This family run cafe has been serving up East African cuisine in Oakland since 1991! Each dish was loaded with spices and I'm going to say it again, soooo much flavor. To be honest, we had no idea what to order or where to even start, so we got the sampler that our server recommended and it was soooo good. It was also a fun experience because we got to eat with our hands lol. If you're like us and completely clueless, go with the meat sampler because for $23, you get a HUGE portion and then can figure out which items are your favorites for next time. What we ordered: Meat Sampler ($23) * Doro Wot - spicy, slow simmered chicken stew * Doro Alicha - chicken stew in turmeric-based sauce * Sega Alicha - spicy beef stew * Minchet Wot - minced beef stew * Gomen - stewed collard greens We also got their Sambussas (half lentil and half beef), which were similar to samosas. Both their mocktails and cocktails were really well made too. I loved how they incorporated spices into the drink too, which was pretty unique. So if you're looking for a fun date night or just to try something new, definitely bookmark this place!

0.3 mi•Rockridge, North Oakland

The outdoor table decorated for a private party

Vegan Combination Platter (VG) & Meat Combination Platter

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Tej and a lemonade mocktail

Ma'adi Selam

4.5(13 reviews)

Food and service was amazing. I've been there twice in the last month - yes, it was that good. One…read moreof my favorite dishes is Gored Gored, which is not on the menu. However, when I asked for it, they prepared it for me. Since Fin Fine closed a few years ago, I have been in search for a good Ethiopian restaurant. This was truly a find! You know a restaurant has to be good when the majority of the customers are Ethiopian. Hats off to the chef.

I know NOTHING about Eritrean cuisine so take this with a grain of salt…read more $22.04 for lamb tibs was: delicious but a little sour (bread wrap, expected), and ultimately too greasy for me. I was happy to eat something new, different, unique! And my curiosity has me wanting to go back a few more times. But at least with the Lamb Tibbs, it's not something I need to eat again. 3.5 stars for the dish.

0.3 mi•Rockridge, North Oakland

Veggie combo

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Addis Ethiopian Restaurant

4.2(749 reviews)

Love this spot the people are super friendly and have little holiday events. Kitfo and Chicken tibs…read morewith veggie platter is our go to. Have been eating here for 7 years and it's consistently tasty. Honey wine and their teas are also great.

Addis Ethiopian Restaurant was such a great experience. The food was rich in flavor, fresh, and…read moresuper comforting you can really taste the quality and seasonings in every bite. Everything paired perfectly with the injera, and the portions were filling and worth it. The service was also friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. If you're craving Ethiopian food or want to try something new, Addis is definitely a spot I'd recommend. I'll be back fr fr

Inside of the restaurant

Addis Combination (Serves 2)

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Parking lot

Ethiopia Restaurant

3.8(597 reviews)

0.8 mi•Elmwood

Five stars and a very full stomach. We walked in right when they opened and they were already…read morefiring on all cylinders. Food came out fast and the injera was bottomless, which is dangerous knowledge to have. We ordered two vegetarian combos served family style and I briefly considered canceling all future meals. Everything was rich, flavorful, and deeply satisfying. The spicy dishes had just the right amount of kick, exciting but not "why did I do this to myself" spicy. Prices aren't everyday cheap for me, but compared to most Berkeley spots it felt totally fair. Friendly service, pleasant atmosphere, and I will 100 percent return.

The food here is very warm, comforting, and filling. I recommend the huad'de and vegetarian meals,…read moreand then tell them you want it family-style so it comes together on a big platter. This is a good place to grab a meal with your friends or for a luncheon, for a cheap price as well (around $16 a platter, fills 2-3 people per platter). The indoor dining and patio are regularly cleaned and the place is cozy! Service is a bit slow but only because of understaffing, and the staff is very polite and helpful!

2. Vegetarian Combination 16. Meat Combination

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Ethiopian beer

Selam Restaurant

4.8(27 reviews)

2.0 mi

Veggie sampler tasted great, servers were very nice, and the place has a cozy homey vibe to it…read more Would definitely recommend.

Had a taste for breakfast this morning, and wanted something new. I decided to check out this…read moreHabesha spot I've driven past a few times. I'm glad I did. The food was tasty, spiced right and not too heavy. Just what I wanted this morning.

0.4 mi•Rockridge, North Oakland

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Can't pronounce the name but it's HELLA good.

Barcote Ethiopian Restaurant

4.4(516 reviews)

If you like variety on a plate and communal gathering this can be a spot. I like variety so my…read morebrother and I went for the vegetarian and meat combo platter. You get a little bit of everything more or less and you get injera bread with it, all meal comes with injera which is amazing. The presentation is eye appealing. Colour is there. You get a bed of a large round of injera and you get all your goods there. My favourite was the yellow lentils and the cabbage-carrot-potato vegetable in turmeric I think. Service was direct nothing special. I heard we can get unlimited bread but a basket of just 1 round was more than enough for 2 people. Ambiance is nice. There's incense and a lot of colourful art. Nice patio for the summer time. I think this is a nice place for an intro to Ethiopian food. It's also in the Michelin world, maybe that can say something. AC transit bus 6 and 22 come near here

We got the combo plate with the meat and veggies…read more I really dont know the names of what we had but I felt the meats were too spicy and some of the veggies, especially the Grey ones on the side weren't my type of flavor. I'm so used to Walia in San Jose so maybe I compare that flavor profile to other Ethiopian restaurants. Service was very hard to come by, we had to flag the waitress for every thing from napkins to more water and we we're literally the only table there. Lukewarm water also, and again waiting for the check. This was not the best experience for me or my friend for either the food or service. Barely 3 stars.