Cafe Lalibela Ethiopian Cuisine — Restaurant in Tempe

Lalibela restaurant Phoenix Arizona , no go zoon I drove from El Paso Texas over 6 hours just because my family and I carves Ethiopians food and it happened to be the only place open at 11 am was Lalibela and Addis Baba restaurant that open earlier. For some reason we get to Phoenix early we went shopping and the one on our gps was this restaurant called Lalibea restaurant, I did call to make sure of you they are open, been on the road for a while we want the food want we came for ah ?lol I swear just go and check From starting when they open the main gate the smell is awful… is weird smell not like a restaurant., ( no comment) inside is very welcoming with all kind of decorations.!!! Well done for that . The man came and give us the menus, we ordered the most expensive one as we are 3 obviously with my son ( my son and wife never been to Ethiopia)and we want to buy foods and enjera to go , that was all our plan .After we order first mistake was hay we order bottles not open cups with full of ice and no straw he left it on the table hahaha 🤣 again we can’t wait , few like few 5 minutes he came with our food and (.”oh my , again oh my ( If you don’t like what you are doing don’t pls ) there is what they call food poisoning , ወጡ በ ሙ ላ እጅ እጅ ነው የ ሚ ለው . What a disgusting 🤮 you could not even make ሽሮ proper Shro And you charge 64.99 😂 I thought I had the best food and willing to spend if your food was awesome, oppps I was very disappointed. Any way I do have the receipt mine was 83.00 which included with the tips,and we did not touch your food except the dry Enjera, some ደረቅ ጥብስ or ( penny Tibs) i could continue but pls let all your food be fresh. It happened to be I’m from from you Country I will let you slide this time but pls fix your food before you serve. Is me...

We recently had the pleasure of dining at this fantastic restaurant with a group of friends and their families, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we stepped in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, setting the perfect backdrop for an evening filled with laughter and delicious food.

We explored the menu, which was a treasure trove of culinary delights. In fact, there wasn’t a single dish that didn’t pique our interest! We decided to try a variety of about 12 different dishes, each more incredible than the last. From savory appetizers to mouthwatering mains, every bite was a burst of flavor. It was clear that each plate was crafted with care and expertise, making it difficult to pick a favorite.

The staff at the restaurant were absolutely exceptional. They were attentive without being intrusive, always ready with a smile and a recommendation. Their knowledge of the menu was impressive, and their suggestions truly elevated our dining experience. It felt like we were being guided through a delightful culinary journey, and we appreciated their enthusiasm for the food they served.

Another bonus was the parking situation. The restaurant boasts a spacious parking lot, making it convenient for our group to gather without any hassle.

All in all, our evening was filled with great company, delectable dishes, and outstanding service. I can’t wait to go back and explore more of the menu; it’s a place I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking for a remarkable...

Absolutely delicious. Neither my partner nor I had much experience with Ethiopian food. We ordered a platter for two, which is a sampling of many dishes - maybe ten? - awesome option, if you don't know what to order. We had a lot of fun figuring out our favorites, and actually had to break up the categories into "meat" and "vegetable" and accept two favorites each. We also ordered a side of cheese and rice just to try, and to round things out. Couple iced chais.

Everything went so well together. The food came out hot, colorful, well seasoned, super appetizing. You eat with your eyes, and to me, a platter of various curries and bright, pretty stewed vegetables is perfect.

Im not sure you can always put a price on what makes a great dining experience - it's subjective, and ill give you my take on this one: The total wallet damage was about 75 bucks after a good tip, and we ate about half our food before being full. In today's terms... I mean, I ordered an only-okay pizza and brownie last week, and that was 50 dollars. 75 for a nice (still casual) date in a beautiful,inviting restaurant that smells so warm and yummy right away, with good service, and a healthy, filling, and flavorful meal (with leftovers!) is the right idea for me.

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