The atmosphere in this place was delightful and very cozy. The food was delicious and very inexpensive. I would highly recommend coming here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Injera
Melanie Foster
Always a great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teff Bread, Combo Platter
Alissa Ovalle
Vegetarian options: Everything is veganDietary restrictions: Gluten free injera available - ask for teff
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Group Platter for 2, Ethiopian Salad, Combo Platter
Jacob Cunningham
You get a lot of good quality food for a low price, the tea is amazing, and the owners are friendly. Listen, regardless of what the menu or other reviews say, the business is not cash only, you can pay with card. Little Africa accepts credit, debit, and cash. I'm not sure about any other forms of payments.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karolyn Grove
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Grand Rapids. I've brought many non-vegans here, and they've all loved it too. The atmosphere is very cozy and home-y, and the food is always amazing. Make sure to try the tea!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dushana09
When they say its mild spiciness levels it is NOT mild!Otherwise pretty good, I’m quite picky so I disliked most of the dips, bit the injera was amazing! All the food is vegan and the injera (similar to a sour crepe) was soo stretchy, after a lifetime of dealing with non-stretch tortillas it was so fascinating finding stretchy bread!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kaylin H
I’ve enjoyed this place every time I’ve visited.The first thing they always bring out is bowls of water to wash your hands before eating, as this is very much finger food! I always bring a friend and always get the group platter. ? All of the salads are delicious, and I LOVE the injera bread. Teff bread is also available for an up charge.I always get the hot tea- it’s spiced and sweet- super delicious and I’ve never had anything like it before. It is lightly caffeinated, in case you’re trying to stay away from that.The decorations are very much Ethiopian, and there’s a tea service set up in the far corner of the restaurant, although I’ve never actually seen it used, so it might just be for display, but it really adds to the authentic African experience.The staff is always so kind and nice. The booths are comfortable. I’ve never had to wait any time I’ve visited, but it’s also never been empty.Make sure to bring cash, as they do not take cc’s ?.Vegetarian options: All vegetarian! I thought something was meat, but asked the owner and it was vegan!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Group Platter for 2, Ethiopian Salad, Injera, Deluxe Combo Platter
Angel W
Very flavorful. We enjoyed the spice level and authentic flavors.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Darlene O.
Amazing food! We have been going there for years and have always had good service. Two of my favorites are the Soy Curry and Ethiopian Salad but there are sample platters to try everything. It's a small casual place yet comfy. It's also cash only and there is a store on the corner with an ATM if needed.
Anthony Hegarty
amazing food and amazing servicemy favorite restaurant in the city :)
The meal was excellent and the service was good. Everything was fresh, presented beautifully, and perfectly spiced. Reasonable prices and such a charming hole in the wall atmosphere make this a place worth frequenting.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Combo Platter
Dottie Spiegel
I’ve been going here since I was a kid. One of my favorite places to go! Love the owners and I hope this place stays around. A great place to eat if you’re vegan/vegetarian or just looking to try something new and support a local black owned business ?
I love the food here! It's so flavorful and plentiful. We got the tasting platter and it was enough for two. The injera is wonderful. I love that it's vegetarian but you don't miss the meat at all! You eat with your hands which you wash in the bowl of water provided. The service is kind and helpful. I like the cozy atmosphere of the place.
Samantha Barron
Everything was beyond delicious. One can taste all the love put into this food, without a doubt. I live on the other side of the state, and would make the ~3 hour drive out to GR, just for this place. Will be back
So delicious… went for a casual dinner with a friend and found our new favorite spot. Very authentic, food is wonderfully prepared and perfectly spiced. Food is spice-hot so be warned, that being said, try the spicy tomato soup (you won’t regret it)
The atmosphere in this place was delightful and very cozy. The food was delicious and very inexpensive. I would highly recommend coming here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Injera
Always a great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teff Bread, Combo Platter
Vegetarian options: Everything is veganDietary restrictions: Gluten free injera available - ask for teff
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Group Platter for 2, Ethiopian Salad, Combo Platter
You get a lot of good quality food for a low price, the tea is amazing, and the owners are friendly. Listen, regardless of what the menu or other reviews say, the business is not cash only, you can pay with card. Little Africa accepts credit, debit, and cash. I'm not sure about any other forms of payments.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Grand Rapids. I've brought many non-vegans here, and they've all loved it too. The atmosphere is very cozy and home-y, and the food is always amazing. Make sure to try the tea!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
When they say its mild spiciness levels it is NOT mild!Otherwise pretty good, I’m quite picky so I disliked most of the dips, bit the injera was amazing! All the food is vegan and the injera (similar to a sour crepe) was soo stretchy, after a lifetime of dealing with non-stretch tortillas it was so fascinating finding stretchy bread!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 5
I’ve enjoyed this place every time I’ve visited.The first thing they always bring out is bowls of water to wash your hands before eating, as this is very much finger food! I always bring a friend and always get the group platter. ? All of the salads are delicious, and I LOVE the injera bread. Teff bread is also available for an up charge.I always get the hot tea- it’s spiced and sweet- super delicious and I’ve never had anything like it before. It is lightly caffeinated, in case you’re trying to stay away from that.The decorations are very much Ethiopian, and there’s a tea service set up in the far corner of the restaurant, although I’ve never actually seen it used, so it might just be for display, but it really adds to the authentic African experience.The staff is always so kind and nice. The booths are comfortable. I’ve never had to wait any time I’ve visited, but it’s also never been empty.Make sure to bring cash, as they do not take cc’s ?.Vegetarian options: All vegetarian! I thought something was meat, but asked the owner and it was vegan!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Group Platter for 2, Ethiopian Salad, Injera, Deluxe Combo Platter
Very flavorful. We enjoyed the spice level and authentic flavors.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food! We have been going there for years and have always had good service. Two of my favorites are the Soy Curry and Ethiopian Salad but there are sample platters to try everything. It's a small casual place yet comfy. It's also cash only and there is a store on the corner with an ATM if needed.
amazing food and amazing servicemy favorite restaurant in the city :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Platter, Injera, Ethiopian Lentil Soup, Spicy Tomato Soup
Restaurantji Recommends
The meal was excellent and the service was good. Everything was fresh, presented beautifully, and perfectly spiced. Reasonable prices and such a charming hole in the wall atmosphere make this a place worth frequenting.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Combo Platter
I’ve been going here since I was a kid. One of my favorite places to go! Love the owners and I hope this place stays around. A great place to eat if you’re vegan/vegetarian or just looking to try something new and support a local black owned business ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Platter, Ethiopian Salad, Injera
I love the food here! It's so flavorful and plentiful. We got the tasting platter and it was enough for two. The injera is wonderful. I love that it's vegetarian but you don't miss the meat at all! You eat with your hands which you wash in the bowl of water provided. The service is kind and helpful. I like the cozy atmosphere of the place.
Everything was beyond delicious. One can taste all the love put into this food, without a doubt. I live on the other side of the state, and would make the ~3 hour drive out to GR, just for this place. Will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combo Platter, Shiro, Injera, Spicy Tomato Soup
So delicious… went for a casual dinner with a friend and found our new favorite spot. Very authentic, food is wonderfully prepared and perfectly spiced. Food is spice-hot so be warned, that being said, try the spicy tomato soup (you won’t regret it)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5