A Taste Of Ethiopia Sydney — Restaurant in Sydney

It was so nice to walk into a restaurant and be greeted with such a genuine and grateful smile by the chef and waitress. I LOVED that the music was Ethiopian and at a great conversational volume. (i find it so uninspiring hearing top 40 remixes in restaurants at full volume esp when they serve food native to a country that has a musical style, if I’m eating your food I want to hear your music, not shit remix’s of American pop hits). The lighting was warm and set a great ambience.

The decor was simple, a little sparse and the space looked to be twice as big as they needed but once I sat down the other elements mentioned above meant I really didn’t notice the decor shortfalls.

The menu was simple, only three choices, which I’m not used to but we’re spoiled for choice most of the time so no matter.

The food was incredible. Just so so tasty and unique and instantly became my new favorite. Injera is so tasty and fun. The waitress laughed when I told her I want to learn to make it 😂

The serving was HUGE!! Easily share between two. I completely over ate and my partner ate most of hers and when we put the leftovers in a takeaway container it filled the whole thing!!

Lamb was a little chewy but certainly didn’t ruin the meal. If they could nail the tender lamb I’d give a 6/5 review.

Can’t wait...

A Taste of Ethiopia is a fresh, flavourful oasis in the Entertainment Quarter’s sea of banal fried foods and tourist traps.

Years ago, I was lucky enough to experience incredible Ethiopian cuisine, setting an exceptionally high bar that few places have met—until I discovered A Taste of Ethiopia. The glowing reviews are no exaggeration, and I felt compelled to add my endorsement because more people need to know about this gem!

The injera, a fermented flatbread, has a spongy texture and a pleasant sourdough tang. I highly recommend asking for your food to be served on the injera so the sauces can soak into it. The dishes are beautifully seasoned, each with its own distinct character. Expect earthy and aromatic spices—some savoury, others sweet and piquant. A few dishes carry a bit of heat, but nothing overwhelming.

The restaurant offers plenty of space, both indoors and outdoors, so you won’t find yourself crammed next to other diners. Conversations flow easily without the need to shout.

This is a small operation, so patience is key—allow extra time if you have an event to attend. Upon arrival, simply walk in and announce yourself at the...

There was a Swans match just finished and Sydney fringe festival kicking off so everywhere at EQ was packed to the rafters apart from this place. Why was it so empty when the food was freshly prepared, amazing, tasty and very well priced? At a guess it was empty on this night because: It doesn't serve alcohol. It doesn't have huge TV screens up... ...and you could walk passed and not know it is there. No real signage, no one sat in the windows eating, and the lighting is way too harsh to have in a restaurant, it was like being sat in an interrogation, we had to move tables and even at the new table one of us was under a harsh white spot light. All it needs are either softer hued bulbs or the lights repositioning to create ambience and it would be perfect.

The food and service were outstanding. We had a mixed meat plate with injera between 2 and it was enough. If you are hungry I would advise the vegan plate as an add on or get it with rice. The injera was better than any I have had in Ethiopia (and that is a lot!). It would be great if you could grab an Ethiopian coffee after dinner. Recommended, and we will be returning with a...