Buraka

1210 Williamson St, Madison
(608) 286-1448

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Spicy Sweet Potato Fries
Coconut Chicken Curry
Coconut Curry Chicken
Chicken Peanut Stew
Gluten Free Injera
Friday Fish Fry
Side of Lentils
Yucca Fries
Extra Injera
Lentil Soup

Menu

Appetizers
Samosa
Delicate deep fried filled with minced beef, chicken, or lentils and marinated in a rich variety of Ethiopian spices.
Spicy Sweet Potato Fries
Natural cut sweet potato fries seasoned with our secret berbere spice.
Duck Wonton
Duck bacon, charred sweet corn, and cream cheese inside a wonton wrapper with house dipping sauce.
Yucca Fries
Deep fried and served with a house dipping sauce.
Fish and Chips
Guinness beer battered cod loins with French fries.
Coconut Shrimp
Jumbo shrimp in a crispy shredded coconut coating.
Tostones
Deep fried slices of plantain.
Duck Tender
Almond crusted duck tenderloin served with a house dipping sauce.
Chicken Tenders
Natural chicken tenderloins lightly breaded and served with our homemade dipping sauce.
Fried Cauliflower
Deep-fried breaded cauliflower bites with cheddar cheese and dipping sauce.

Dinner Menu
Combination Dinner
You may choose any 2 dinners. Except tibs and tibs firfir. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Extra Injera
Doro Wot
Chicken, carrots, and a blend of spices slowly cooked in a thick red sauce that's berbere spiked. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Lamb Tibs
Lamb seasoned in our special spices and sauteed with onions and peppers. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Coconut Curry Chicken
A traditional Kenyan dish with chicken and yams cooked in a unique sweet coconut milk and curry sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Chicken Peanut Stew
A popular entree throughout East Africa. Chicken and red potatoes cooked in a flavorful peanut sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Beg Wot
Lamb and carrots in rich spicy sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Vegetarian Peanut Stew
Fresh cauliflower, carrots, and potatoes served in a mild peanut sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Beef Tibs
Meat seasoned in our special spices and sauteed with onions and peppers. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Tibs Firfir Chicken
Tender pieces of chicken sauteed with onions and Baraka's spices and mixed with pieces of injera. Served only with injera. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Misir Wot
A popular vegetarian dish with lentils, split peas, and potatoes in a spicy tomato sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Siga Wot
Beef and potatoes served in a rich spicy sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Lamb Tibs Firfir
Tender pieces of lamb sauteed with onions and Buraka's spices and mixed with pieces of injera. Served only with injera. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Siga Alicha
Mild curry stew with beef, carrots, and potatoes. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Alicha
Rich stew in a mild yellow curry sauce with cabbage, carrots, and potatoes. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Beef Tibs Firfir
Tender pieces of beef sauteed with onions and buraka's spices and mixed with pieces of injera. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Extra Gluten Free Injera
Chicken Tibs
Your choice of chicken seasoned in our special spices and sauteed with onions and peppers. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Extra Lentil Salads
Minchet Abish
Minced beef, onions, tomatoes, and lentils in a rice blend of spices. Cooked in a spicy berbere spiked brown sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.
Black Beans
Our special rich dish made with black beans and potatoes in a thick spicy red sauce. Savory stews served over your choice of rice or injera (Ethiopian flatbread). Served with a side of lettuce salad.

Desserts
Tiramisu
Espresso-infused sponge cake layered with a cloud of mascarpone cheese and whipped cream. Finished with a dusting of imported cocoa.
Chocolate Mousse Cake
An Oreo cookie crust with rich brownie covered in thick layer of pure cream chocolate mousse and a layer of chocolate cake with chocolate chips and topped with a spread of rice fudge frosting.
Tres Leches cake
A delicious cake soaked in the traditional three milks and covered in real whipped cream.

Coffee and Tea
Ethiopian Coffee
Herbal and Black Hot Tea

Non-Alcoholic
Ting Grapefruit Soda
Mango Drink
Lemonade
Juice
Soda
Sprecher Root Beer
Spring Water
Lemon Ice Tea

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Recent Reviews

Long time customer since State Street. The most consistent restaurant (even after being closed for 3 years) I've ever eaten at and there are several. Healthy, clean, delicious food. In my top 5.
July 2025
Incredible food- I meant to take a picture of our platter but we gobbled it up too fast! Fish and chips were a great choice for my six year old. Plus we got to sit in a delightful outdoor sanctuary. What a gem in Madison!
July 2025
Buraka holds such a special place in my heart that it's hard to put into words. My partner and I have been regulars here, and this restaurant has become our go-to spot for every meaningful moment. Whether it's date nights or catching up with close friends, Buraka has been the backdrop to so many of our cherished memories.

The food is always delicious, the cocktails are on point, and their outdoor seating area is the perfect spot to relax. But what...
June 2025

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Buraka

1210 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703
(608) 286-1448