1. Ethiopian Food in London

2. Top Ethiopian & Eritrean Restaurants in London

⭐ 4.5 (360)

Lucy 1st Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar

211 Clapham Rd, London SW9 0QH, UK

020 3784 8452

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⭐ 4.9 (149)

Kebena Green – Ethiopian Cuisine

5 Crowndale Rd, London NW1 1TU, UK

07545 134663

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⭐ 4.9 (137)

Light of Africa

Unit 55, Brixton Village, Coldharbour Ln, London SW9 8PS, UK

07508 294508

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⭐ 4.5 (227)

Hamer Ethiopia

1B Rock St, Finsbury Park, London N4 2DN, UK

020 7226 8114

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⭐ 5.0 (248)

Gwada / ጓዳ

85 Balls Pond Rd, London N1 4BL, UK

07957 636089

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⭐ 4.3 (146)

Orit Ethiopian Restaurant and Bar

388 Wandsworth Rd, Nine Elms, London SW8 4TN, UK

020 3441 7550

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⭐ 4.9 (70)

Shuq Cafe ሹቅ ካፈ

55 East St, London SE17 2DJ, UK

07888 261801

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⭐ 4.9 (166)

Sophe’s Cafe & Restaurant

269 Caledonian Rd, London N1 1EE, UK

447473498409000447076017704700

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⭐ 4.7 (258)

Kokeb

45 Roman Way, London N7 8XF, UK

020 7609 9832

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⭐ 4.6 (316)

The Genet Cafe – Ethiopian Restaurant

4 Victoria Rd, London N15 4PS, UK

020 8376 8618

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⭐ 4.9 (99)

GE’EZ Restaurant & Bar

152 Loughborough Rd, London SW9 7LL, UK

07507 399179

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⭐ 4.8 (272)

Merkamo Ethiopian

Horner Square, London E1 6EW, UK

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3. What to Order (Beginner Guide)

• Mixed Platter — best for groups and first timers.
• Doro Wat — traditional spicy chicken stew.
• Tibs — sizzling sautéed meat.
• Vegetarian Combo — lentils, chickpeas, greens.
• Coffee Ceremony — cultural highlight (ask if available).

4. Local Tips in London

• Reserve ahead on weekends.
• Ask for mild or spicy level if you are sensitive to heat.
• Sharing platters is part of the experience — order a combo.