Ebony Ethiopian Cuisine
$ • Ethiopian, Pet Friendly, VeganAbout Ebony Ethiopian Cuisine
Customers' Favorites
The Everything Plate
Full Order with
Injera
Ebony Ethiopian Cuisine Reviews
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LOVED this restaurant. I was just driving through SLO and saw it was 100% gf so tried it. The food was sooooo good. Everyone liked it, even kids who eat gluten. I kind of want to make SLO be my vacation destination now just to eat here. 10/10 would highly recommend to anyone.
Organic vegan Ethiopian food is the way to go <3
The pop up is located inside the salty bagel! Same amazing food, wishing this place good fortune into the future at the new permanent location!
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 8PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 8PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 5 - 8PM |
Ebony Ethiopian Cuisine is a woman-owned, POC-owned business serving 100% vegan, gluten-free, and organic cuisine. The restaurant offers delicious and healthy meals, including full combo platters and special tea. The injera bread is light, springy, and made with teff, providing a perfect spongy and slightly sour base for various dishes. Popular choices include the spicy misir wot (red lentil dish), goman (kale & onions), defen misur alicha wot (green lentils), and denech alicha wot (potatoes & carrots). The Ethiopian tea, with flavors of cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon, is highly recommended. Customers can sit inside or outside on a beautiful creekside patio, enjoying casual service with order at the counter. The plates are compostable, and utensils are reusable, supporting eco-friendly practices. Despite its small size and unusual hours, the restaurant is worth a visit for its exceptional food and support of a local business, especially for those cycling from nearby areas or seeking a casual, healthy meal. Customers praise the food for being delicious, fresh, and healthful, with some dishes being mild and others spicy. The spicy lentils and sautéed mushrooms are top favorites. The cozy ambiance, both indoors and on the sunny back patio, along with quick service and friendly staff, make it a welcoming spot. Many enjoy the portion sizes, feeling light, nourished, and satisfied after their meals. The menu includes favorites like goman, lentil dishes, and gluten-free teff brownies. Even for those who don’t usually eat vegetarian food, the tasty and lively atmosphere encourages a visit.