When you’re in need of something flavorful and shareable that arrives at your table faster than the ride from Fernrock to AT&T on the BSL, Ethiopian food is always a win. Philadelphia has several places that sell kitfo and awaze tibs on a mattress of spongy injera, so we’ve made a list of the best.
Whether you want to hand-feed your date some spiced red lentils, sit near mesob baskets while vacuuming up a plate of stewed chicken solo, or are looking for an affordable group dinner, we’ve got you covered.
Here’s a look at some of the Ethiopian restaurants you can find in Philadelphia:
Alif Brew & Mini Mart opened in 2020, offering up classic Ethiopian flavors with their gluten-free injera platters. With two meat options to choose from, the rest of the menu is completely vegan. If you want something a little more portable, opt for an injera wrap, filled with a protein of choice and lettuce and salad. Sambusas are freshly fried and there are salads and hummus in the display cases.
Salam Cafe is the second restaurant opening in 2021 which serves Middle Eastern and Ethiopian cuisine. With the addition of lamb chops, chicken kebab, and salmon, you now have the option of rice or injera for your platter. Salam Cafe has the classic proteins (Beef Tibs or Spicy Shredded Chicken) and the classic vegan options are on rotation daily. Need to take a break after your feast? Take a browse in the Mini Mart along the back walls.
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Doro Bet is the third adventure in the Ali Family opening in September of 2022. Have you ever tried gluten-free fried chicken? Ours is dipped in your choice of buttermilk batter, Awaze for the spicy lovers or Alicha for a mild flavor, and we use teff flour to make it extra crispy. We added the Shawarma Spit for a delicious chicken sandwich or salad. If you want to try a more traditional meal, give one of our Doro options a try. We hope that you will come by and try all three of our locations as they are each uniquely their own.
A variety of Ethiopian dishes served on injera bread.
Philadelphia is rich with cultural opportunities, well-preserved history, and restaurants to suit any taste. The city of Brotherly Love offers everything from early American traditional fare to global cuisines, including Ethiopian stews served and eaten with injera bread.
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