Ethiopian Restaurants near Berkeley, CA

“Beautiful sunny, quiet cafe in Adam’s point. The best Ethiopian food I’ve ever had. The food tastes very healthy, fresh, and simple but literally so full of flavor at the same time. Home cooking made with time and care. Just SO good. If you are thinking about going just go. Wow. And the injera is 100% teff and gluten free which can be hard to find these days. Plus the vibe inside is so peaceful and warm. I love.“

“i’ come from marin to eat here with friends today i had 2 friends for lunch and we got 1buffet and 2 meals . i asked the young lady if i got a buffet could i take it out with my meal . i guess she misunderstood me and preferred to throw it away as to let me take it home i won’t return again. although food is good all the ethiopian restaurants nearby are good“

“Vegetarian 🌱, vegan and gluten free“

“Meski, the prior owner, passed away unexpectedly in March 2019. The restaurant is now being successfully run by her adult son. They have expanded the outdoor dining area and it is really cute. Yesterday, they were celebrating an Ethiopian baptism. All the women looked so good in their Habesha dresses. Stop by to eat and support the restaurant!“

“Excellent food and fantastic service“

“This place is really good. Great quality of food. Very good flavor. Good atmosphere. I love it! On top of that, everyone is always very friendly. Highly recommend!“

“😀First visit here after years of walking past it. The veggie combo and meat combo platters were among the best I've had at Berkeley and Oakland's many great Ethiopian restaurants. Service was very fast and friendly and outdoor back-patio was peaceful. I will be back soon and often.“

“Absolutely the best Ethiopian food in the area. The ladies who take and prepare the orders are very polite and helpful. They sell the vegetarian half and full orders as well as coffee and some sweets. Authentic and delicious.“

“Absolutely delicious, colorful, healthy food! We ordered takeout for dinner tonight and had the chicken and mushrooms, Mela platter, beef tibs and sambusa. The portions were generous and everything was fresh and seasoning was off the chain!!! Try the brownies for dessert - you will not be disappointed!! When in Oakland, order from Mela Bistro 😋❤️😃“

“I had such a beautiful dinner at Admas Ethiopian in Oakland. The injera was perfectly fermented — soft with that signature tang — and every item on the platter felt thoughtfully prepared. The lentils were rich and comforting, the beets vibrant, the split peas creamy, and the collards seasoned just right.

As someone who really appreciates plant-based cuisine, I could taste the care and tradition in every bite. The space felt warm and welcoming, which made the whole experience even more special.

I’m so grateful for this meal and will absolutely be back.“

“great spot! come and taste the flavors of Taste Ethiopia“

“This Ethiopian Restaurant has been our family fave across 4 generations💚 Over the years: my grandma, my father, me, and my son…we dine and we bring friends! Highly recommend the restaurant and check out their partner Brundo Spice Company—spices and retail items available at the restaurant as well. The marvelous new location on San Pablo Ave. is vibrant, spacious, and inviting✨ Try the Vegetarian Sampler with extra Injera, followed by a Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Latte and dreamy Tiramisu. Sheer divinity!💗“

“The food is DELICIOUS! I highly recommend this place.“

“Loved every bite of the food and appreciated all that Injera.“

“Excellent Eritrean food with a top-injera and a wide variety of delicious vegetarian dishes!
Definitely get the Samosas!
Highly recommend for anyone wanting a full and hearty meal.

Great service and atmosphere too!“

“Very good. I like it much better than Colucci, across the street, which in my experience is uniformly greasy and brown. The veggie combo is excellent - haven't tried any of the meat options. Friendly staff and comfortable seating, and there's even a back patio. Several varieties of honey wine including Orit, which is delicious, much more complex in flavor than the standard Enat Tej served almost everywhere else.“

“What a great restaurant! The food is amazing! I love that you use the spongy, thin, bread to grab the food and eat that way. They also provide forks if you choose not to eat the traditional way. But they have a great menu with meat or vegetarian options. The sambussas are so good and have a little spice to them and the sauce they serve with them is amazing and spicy! Also love having Ethiopian beer with it. And finished it off with an Ethiopian tea. Can't wait to go back and try other items.“

“A work friend picked this place and for the other four of us, it was our first time having Ethiopian food. What a delightful meal! It’s served family style and you eat by tearing off a piece of Injera, a unique type of bread, that’s bubbly like a sponge combined with a crepe, and grab at the beef, lamb, or chicken Tibs we ordered. We also got some Saramussu (I’m sure I spelled that wrong!) and something else that began with an F (firfir?). The food is flavorful and robust without being spicy hot (but I’m sure they’ll make it hot if that’s your thing). The owner is very friendly, helped us decide, explained things to us, seemed to care and really want us to enjoy ourselves. Highly recommend this place!“

“My hidden neighborhood gem. I come here quite often because the meals are Fresh, Flavorful, Consistent, and Filling. For my needs (usually seeking quiet dining for things like getting work done), the atmosphere is conducive and provides outlets and a wi-fi connection (if you ask). The service is friendly with a family vibe (like eating at an aunts or a grandma's house) so I wouldn't expect to necessarily be waited on hand and food like other restaurant experiences. Let me also mention that the price is beyond reasonable for the offering.“

“Delicious food and great service“

“Came in for brunch and had the foul here...was BOMB!! As an Eritrean who did not normally care for foul I have had my mind changed completely after eating here. Go support this local family business. Good vibes good food and good people 👌🏾😋“

“Had my first Ethiopian breakfast! It was really delicious and I got some guidance about how to eat it. Got decaf spiced tea and my daughter who can’t have dairy got an oat milk with honey. And there’s a cozy rocking chair. Such a lovely neighborhood place.“

“I love coming here. It's clean and the ladies are nice each time I see one of them. I like to buy my kolo and injera here it is fresher than other places. We are lucky there are many other markets between Oakland and Berkeley so to each their own. We need African businesses to stay open and thrive. Thus place is amazing and honestly so are most of the Ethiopians businesses and restaurants“

“It’s been my favorite restaurant since moving to the neighborhood two years ago. The food is not only consistently fantastic, but it is always extremely deeply flavorful. The Lamb alicha, my current favorite, has a lot of warming spices that meld well, and every other bite a new one surfaces: green cardamom, later ginger, then a chili powder. Don’t skip the flax seed milkshake, which is toasty, rich, and flavored with honey. Service is friendly and quick. My favorite!“

“Great food, good sized portions, reasonably priced. Have had both the Vegetarian and Meat Combo platters. Central location right next to Swan’s market. Kind and non-intrusive service. My go-to for Ethiopian food in downtown Oakland. Highly recommend!“

“Really good food and quick service everyone was very friendly in a beautiful neighborhood 🤗❤️wil come back with my cousin when I come back to California 🤗❤️🕶🤗👏🏼“

“Great food and great music .... all you need .... great friends to join you.“

“No frills, hole in the wall restaurant with absolutely delicious Eritrean food. The kindest owner and server who is very friendly and helpful. The food is fresh, flavorful, light and so comforting. I will be back! It was so good I didn't even get a chance to take pictures.“

“nice food,nice people and clean restaurant...oh and reasonable prices“

“Put it in two words. Dam good. Had a lot other Ethiopian food, but this one tops them all in Bay Area. Plus the prize is much understandable.“