Fancy a nice evening out in a restaurant, but do you want something a little different? Say no more. Would you like to enjoy a large stew together and enjoy your Injera (a kind of large pancake)? That is possible at an Ethiopian restaurant! These are the best Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam.
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- The best Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam
- Average prices of Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam
- The most authentic Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam
- Frequently Asked Questions
The best Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam
Is your mouth watering just thinking about such a delicious Ethiopian meal? These are the best Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam.
1 Restaurant Lalibela
Want to eat at the oldest Ethiopian restaurant in the Netherlands? At Lalibela in Amsterdam you have come to the right place. In their traditional dishes you will taste the flavors of the ancient Ethiopian culture and enjoy the food in a super casual setting.
Valuation:
- Special place
- Cozy furnishings
- Very tasty food
Contact details:
Restaurant Lalibela
First Helmersstraat 249
Amsterdam
020 683 8332
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2 Addis Ababa
The Addis Ababa restaurant is a tasty and affordable place to eat Ethiopian food. You’ve come to the right place for authentic dishes (in large portions) and you can enjoy an evening. This is where we want to go!
Valuation:
- Sweet staff
- Good atmosphere
- Large portions
Contact details:
Addis Ababa
Overtoom 337
Amsterdam
020 618 4472
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3 Queen of Sheba ንግስቲ ሳባ
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You can also enjoy a delicious portion of Ethiopian food at Queen of Sheba. You can enjoy the delicious spicy dishes together in a cozy atmosphere. Oh, and absolutely great: vegetarians also have a lot of options here!
Valuation:
- Vegetarian options
- Extensive menu
- Friendly staff
Contact details:
Queen of Sheba ንግስቲ ሳባ
Eerste Nassaustraat 32
Amsterdam
020 221 8765
4 Axum Restaurant
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Eating until you can’t eat anymore in an Ethiopian ambiance in Amsterdam? That sounds great, doesn’t it? At Axum you get an authentic, Ethiopian experience that you will not soon forget. Also very nice: the furniture in the restaurant is handmade and woven. For many women in Ethiopia this is a major source of income!
Valuation:
- Intimate ambiance
- Good wines
- Very tasty food
Contact details:
Axum Restaurant
Blasiusstraat 62
Amsterdam
020 663 3963
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5 Restaurant Azmarino
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In the heart of Amsterdam, the Ethiopian and Eritrean culture comes to the fore at Azmarino restaurant. Here too you can enjoy tasty and traditional dishes that you won’t be able to get enough of (once you’ve started). For the vegetarians among us: you will also find vegetarian options at Azmarino.
Valuation:
- Pleasant staff
- Fantastic food
- Nice restaurant
Contact details:
Restaurant Azmarino
Tweede Sweelinckstraat 6
Amsterdam
06 31692699
6 Restaurant Semhar
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Semhar is a restaurant in Amsterdam where you can get delicious Ethiopian and Eritrean food. This spot is very atmospheric because of the traditional decor and makes for a cozy evening out. What else do you want?
Valuation:
- Traditional decor
- Pleasantly informal
- Very hospitable
Contact details:
Restaurant Semhar
Marnixstraat 259-261
Amsterdam
020 638 1634
7 Semai
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Semai Restaurant & Lounge is a wonderful place in Amsterdam North to eat a good Ethiopian or Eritrean dinner. When you eat here you can count on a real cultural experience and incredibly delicious food. Are you going to reserve a table quickly?
Valuation:
- Good price/quality ratio
- Very cozy atmosphere
- Authentic taste
Contact details:
Semai
Papaverhoek 35
Amsterdam
020 786 6625
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8 Kilimanjaro Restaurant
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Kilimanjaro Restaurant is also a place in Amsterdam where you can enjoy delicious African food. This restaurant has a very nice interior and also has a varying menu. This is where we want to go!
Valuation:
- Cozy spot
- Friendly staff
- Nice music
Contact details:
Kilimanjaro Restaurant
Rapenburgerplein 6
Amsterdam
020 622 3485
9 ABYSSINIA Restaurant
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Abyssinia is a cozy restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious Ethiopian dinner. You’ve also come to the right place for delicious drinks. Are you going for Mongozo beer, a tasty African wine or just secretly both?
Valuation:
- Vegetarian options
- Beautiful restaurant
- Familiar atmosphere
Contact details:
ABYSSINIA Restaurant
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 190
Amsterdam
06 14141833
10 Selam Africa
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Curious about what Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine has in store for you? Then definitely have a bite to eat at Selam Africa. There is something for everyone at this classic restaurant: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or regular meat dishes? It’s all possible at Selam Africa!
Valuation:
- Beautiful decor
- Great food
- Nice and friendly staff
Contact details:
Selam Africa
Dapperstraat 94H
Amsterdam
020 358 4645
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Average prices of Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam
In general, the prices at Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam are all around the same level! Since you often share a stew with your group, the costs per dish seem to be a bit higher. Yet the prices for a normal dinner are very affordable!
The most authentic Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam
You can easily find an authentic Ethiopian restaurant in Amsterdam. But if we had to make some recommendations, we would definitely recommend Azmarino for the classic Ethiopian food and culture experience. We also recommend Axum Restaurant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the cheapest Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam?
In general, the prices of Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam are around the same price range. Want a cheaper dinner? Then we recommend visiting Addis Ababa.
Are there vegetarian and halal Ethiopian restaurants in Amsterdam?
Absolute! For vegetarian Ethiopian dishes you have come to the right place at almost every Ethiopian restaurant in Amsterdam. For example, at Queen of Sheba you have an extensive menu with a lot of vegetarian options!
What does an Ethiopian dinner consist of?
In a typical Ethiopian dinner you will often find very spicy vegetable and meat dishes. An Injera is often served with this. This is a kind of pancake from which you tear off pieces and eat them together with the vegetable or meat dish. Also typically Ethiopian is eating a large stew together. So you share one large dish with each other.
