Excellent rating  
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Ethiopian Restaurant with good food
This restaurant was literally across the road from our hotel the Pepperclub. Nice to eat on the terrace upstairs and everything on the menu is gluten free. The concept is the meal comes out on a round tray covered in rice bread that fits the table. There is no cutlery instead the rice bread is there to use to mop up the meal. We had Doro tibs, tenge alicha, mushroom alicha and pumpkin wot - there are several sauces you can have the alicha being the milder version. Good tasty food - a lovely bottle of Bultenverwachting Buiten to wash it down. And our server Siphe was a delighted. Recommended if you are looking for something different.
  
 
  
 
 
 DFL 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
Exceptional authentic Ethiopian food. Fabulous ethnic decor, outstanding service and best of all, delicious food
Superb dining, delicious authentic Ethiopian food and decor. Great professional service with a lovely smile. Highly recommend
  
 
  
 
 
 Keith T 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
Super lecker!
Wow, ein kulinarisches Highlight! Wir durften grad zwei Mal die grosse Gastfreundschaft und das sehr schmackhafte Essen geniessen.
  
 
  
 
 
 Christoph 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
Toppenställe med grym personal och god mat!
Vi hade en fantastisk kväll på Addis in Cape Ethiopian Restaurant – en självklar 5/5-upplevelse. Personalen var otroligt trevlig och tog verkligen hand om oss från start till slut. För oss var det ett helt nytt och roligt upplägg att äta på, och vi uppskattade verkligen både handtvätten innan maten och den pedagogiska genomgången av hur måltiden skulle ätas. Vi valde en satt meny för två personer och allt kändes genomtänkt och genuint. Även drinkarna var något extra, med spännande etiopiska inslag – bland annat en gindrink med etiopisk honungsvin och etiopiskt te. Sammanfattningsvis: fantastisk mat, varm service och en upplevelse utöver det vanliga. Allt var toppen! ☺️
  
 
  
 
 
 Jennie O 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
Immersive dining and cultural experience.
We recently visited for our end-of-year staff function, and it was an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. As Long Street is notorious for limited parking, we all Ubered in, which worked perfectly. On arrival, we were warmly greeted by the hosts, one of whom appeared to be the owner. The restaurant is set over two floors: a small, intimate ground floor and a larger upstairs area. Upstairs includes a lovely balcony overlooking Long Street, which would be fantastic on a clear day. Unfortunately, it was raining when we visited, and there was construction outside, so we opted to sit indoors. The seating is beautifully traditional—low chairs with short backs and shared round tables, which really adds to the authentic Ethiopian dining experience. The décor further enhances the atmosphere, with Ethiopian artwork, paintings, and cultural items displayed throughout the space. We were a group of 7 (though only 6 attended) and had paid a R700 deposit to secure the booking. The service was excellent—efficient, friendly, and attentive without being intrusive. A special mention to our waiter, Siphe, who guided us knowledgeably through the menu and made the experience seamless. As first-timers, we opted for the three-course menu at R399 per person (approximately USD $21), and it was absolutely worth it. Starters consisted of toasted injera bread served with several dips (all vegetarian) Portions were small but packed with deep, aromatic flavours and traditional Ethiopian spices. Mains were served in the traditional Ethiopian style—beautifully presented on a large platter lined with injera, with various dishes placed on top. There were vegetarian, vegan, and meat options. As the only vegetarian in the group, I chose the vegetarian platter and was not disappointed. It included different lentils, mushrooms, chickpea dumplings, salads, and other accompaniments. Each dish had a distinct flavour profile—highly aromatic, hearty, and incredibly satisfying. The injera itself was light, fluffy, and delicious, perfectly complementing the dishes. My colleagues who chose the meat options (chicken and beef) were equally impressed, praising the food as deeply flavourful, unique, comforting, and unlike anything they’d had before. Dessert options were not traditional Ethiopian sweets - we opted for the chocolate cake and ice cream, which was enjoyable. That said, the highlight after dessert was the traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony, which is highly recommended —an immersive and memorable experience that truly sets Addis apart. The drinks menu is extensive, with a full upstairs bar offering alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, including traditional Ethiopian wines. We chose mocktails infused with Ethiopian spices (including a chilli mojito), and they were excellent. The restaurant was very busy on the Friday we visited, with many American tourists and an Ethiopian family - the latter a strong endorsement of the authenticity. After our deposit, the final bill for 6 came to R2,500 (approximately USD $130), which included food, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and a shared tip for the waiter—excellent value for such a rich experience. Overall, Addis offers outstanding food, warm service, cultural authenticity, and a truly memorable dining experience. Highly recommended. We can’t wait to go back!
  
 
  
 
 
 Prasidh R 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
Great for vegans and vegetarians.
Reserved a table for one. Service was great. Staff so friendly and up for a chat about travels. Massive vegan and vegetarian selection. Would go back in a heart beat.
  
 
  
 
 
 Jen H 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
My mouth is watering 🤤
This was my second time trying Ethiopian food—this time at a different restaurant in Cape Town—and they absolutely nailed it. I went with a friend, and though I was initially hesitant about paying almost R300 per person to share everything on small tables, it somehow worked out perfectly. At first, I worried the portions wouldn’t be enough, and I wasn’t thrilled about eating with so many hands all over the food. But one: the portions were surprisingly satisfying. And two: it wasn’t as messy as I feared. The ambience and décor were beautiful, too, creating a lovely backdrop for the meal. Overall, the experience was fantastic. I would definitely come back—and I highly recommend giving it a try!
  
 
  
 
 
 Sel 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
ottima cena con attenzione alle nostre allergie!!
siamo stati a cena la prima sera del nostro viaggio a Capetown. Mia sorella è celiaca e allergica ai crostacei, mentre io sono vegetariana, quindi è sempre difficile accontentare tutte le nostre esigenze. Qui non è stato così! La serata è stata perfetta: si sono assicurati che nulla fosse contaminato, il ragazzo che ci ha serviti era simpaticissimo e ci ha consigliato un piatto con vari assaggi per sperimentare un po’ tutto il menù. Abbiamo iniziato con un antipasto di pane croccante da intingere in dipping diversi. Poi è arrivato il piatto principale, il tipico pane etiope da mangiare con i vari accompagnamenti, che erano tantissimi! Dopo ci hanno servito i dessert, tè e caffè. Le porzioni erano davvero abbondanti e non siamo riusciti a finirle, ma era tutto delizioso. Il posto è molto carino e il personale gentile. Abbiamo passato proprio una bella serata
  
 
  
 
 
 Roberta C 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
Great service, food and cocktails
Very warm welcome. Great atmosphere and music. Very tasty food. Interesting and very nice cocktails with Ethiopian ingredients, and the honey wine is amazing. Also did a short injera cooking class. Highly recommend!
  
 
  
 
 
 jens h 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
  
Great Ethiopian Food Experience
Food was sooo delicious. Vegan options were phenomenal. Had the shiro and vegan platter for two. Was a good amount of food.
  
 
  
 
 
 Priyanka Govender 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
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