Ethiopian Restaurants in Toronto, ON

“My favorite restaurant! Mary is the kindest and most welcoming presence.
The food is all very fresh, fulfilling, and I always leave with a full stomach and a bit of leftover injera! Value is great, it's a sit down restaurant with beautiful decor and the way the individual meals are plated and served is so special. If you're unsure what to get, the veggie platter (for 1, 2, or many more) is great, and so is the meat & veggie platter.

One small note, I wish the bathroom was a bit bigger. Since it's a meal you eat with your hands, making a trip down stairs to wash up before and after eating is not the most accessible for some disabled folks, and it's a bit small in the bathroom. Honestly think that just having more napkins and water at tables would be a nice improvement.
The lentil soup is warming, my fav meal is the Shiro Wat, and I wish they were open earlier in the day since I'd love to try the coffee ceremony, but can't have caffeine too late. All in all, this is the #1 spot I love taking friends, family, and would even make a great date night. Love Mary and her team, and grateful for African Palace“

“Amazing food, cozy ambience, warmly welcomed“

“Best Ethiopian cuisine in town..great service...must try after sumptuous feast is hard to beat Ethiopian coffee.“

“I was looking for a place where can I get spaghetti and by chance found this awesome place, I got my spaghetti's with meat and the chef put the cheese on it place it in the oven, that was fantastic. The atmosphere is amazing. You have to be very hungry in order to finish your meal that comes with salad and a bread.“

“Arada restaurant provides a remarkable dining experience, featuring an amazing atmosphere, great food, and exceptional customer service, all within a clean environment. Last night, I enjoyed a fantastic dinner with my friends, a group of about 25. The food was extremely delicious, and I will certainly visit this place again. Thank you.“

“Jolly Ethiopian Bar and Restaurant is an amazing place! The food is absolutely delicious, the service is excellent, and the atmosphere makes you feel right at home. Everything was perfect — definitely a 10 out of 10 experience. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to enjoy authentic Ethiopian food!“

“Live, high Calibre Jazz 5 Days a week, great food, relaxed vibe“

“Incredible food and service. Come here for a true Ethiopian experience!“

“We had family occassion and ordered Ethiopian food for 25 people. They made us varieties of foods and all was so delicious. The chicken tibs, the zigni wot, kitfo and the fasting dishes were also delicious. We are so happy that we ordered from Wazema. Thank you Aida and Ephrem for the foods. our guests were happy!“

“Amazing food and very friendly environment“

“UPDATE! March 05 2025.
Place has a sign that says TEMPORARILY CLOSED!
See picture.

*6 years ago...Absolutely delicious food, long wait but worth it.
Small place very popular.
Taste like real Ethiopian food.
No cutlery allow, cash only.“

“The only restaurant in town feels like home food making. 100% recommended Note : waiting time around 30 min because they cook everything fresh if you are in rush call them before you go they will make it ready for you either dine-in or takeout.“

“Always clean, Healthy and best with its unique cultural taste and display of Ethiopia. I highly recommend to try the Vegetarian Platter, Shiro, and ofcourse their special Kitfo is one of the best in Town.“

“Excellent young lady serving us on a quiet Wednesday evening. The veg platter was good, the portions of food were just right, not too much, and according to my companion, the meat platter was good too. This place is very low key and feels authentic“

“Amazing food and very attentive service. We will definitely be back soon

Vegetarian options: They offer vegetarian dishes, all very flavourful

Parking: Right on the Danforth so it’s near subway stations / public transit stops just a short walk away“

“great delicious food and great service.Yes I will recommend this place“

“Beautiful food and wonderful service“

“This was my first time trying this type of food, and I will start off by saying that I will be going back here as much as possible! The food was absolutely delicious.Everyone who was working there was extremely kind and welcoming to my friend and myself. We each tried a bit of everything on the menu, and we had no complaints at all. We were amazed at how good it was. The chef even came out to say hi to us as we were leaving, which we found to be very nice! We were also shocked at the low prices for such high-quality fresh and home-cooked food. Thank you to everyone at Le Plato, we will be back!“

“Best Ethiopian in the city. The owner is incredibly friendly and more than happy to share his knowledge of the country and its cuisine.

If you’re unsure what to get or this is your first time, order the No.9 plate from the veg menu and then add a single meat dish from the regular menu. It’s more than enough for 2 people. The coffee is also excellent just remember to order it at the start so it has time to prepare.“

“Just right and amazing . The vibe here is great. The place is not too extravagant nor subpar to the bar standards. Above all else, the price is reasonable. Ask for Sam Kate, she is just a great attender and employee. This lounge has a band playing on certain days and times. In addition, the establishment offers good deals on food and nourishment from their kitchen before 11pm . Try it out. Enjoy your time and leave happy.“

“Delicious food. Great staff! 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I had an amazing experience at this restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious — beautifully presented on fresh, spongy injera with a wide variety of flavorful dishes to try. Every bite was full of rich taste, from the spiced stews to the veggies and perfectly cooked sides.

The platter was generous and colorful, making it perfect for sharing, and it really captured the warmth of Ethiopian cuisine. The injera was soft and tangy, just the way it should be, and paired perfectly with all the dishes.

On top of that, the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive. You can really feel the love and care that goes into both the food and the hospitality.

Highly recommend this spot if you’re looking for authentic Ethiopian / Eritrean flavors and a memorable dining experience!

P. S. The coffee was truly divine“

“amazing place it's good to try“

“Great food and great service!“

“Nice spot on the Danforth if you want a light lunch. There’s a small patio. Cafeteria style. We ordered a BLT and a grilled sandwich - black forest ham and Swiss cheese. They were both tasty but a little on the expensive side for simple sandwiches. The food was good so we’ll visit again and definitely recommend to others.“

“Service here is top notch! The servers are so sweet and attentive. Marta and Salam were great! Bonus: food tastes great and is super authentic! 100% would recommend if you’re looking for Ethiopian cuisine. P.S. Get the timatim fit-fit, trust me.“