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Restaurant in Addis Ababa
What should I order at Dashen Traditional Restaurant?
What to order
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Fasting Combo
Recommended multiple times as a great way to try a variety of traditional dishes; reviewers praised its variety, taste, and generous portions.
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Meat Platter
Mentioned as part of an excellent traditional lunch, with reviewers saying it was delicious and representative of authentic Ethiopian flavors.
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Vegetarian Platter
Recommended for its delicious taste and variety, especially among reviewers looking for fasting or vegetarian Ethiopian options.
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Gomen
Specifically singled out as particularly delicious among the many dishes on the menu.
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Kwanta Ferfer
Called out by name as one of the dishes a family loved so much they returned repeatedly.
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Mahberawe
Specifically mentioned as a tasty dish that made the restaurant a favorite for one reviewer and their family.
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Full Wild Caught Fish
Praised by a longtime customer as one of their favorite dishes, described as consistently good and served with fresh flavors.
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Avocado Salad
Recommended alongside the fish as a favorite item, suggesting it pairs well and is especially enjoyable.
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Injera
Mentioned as perfect by a reviewer who said everything they tasted was excellent, including the injera.
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Ceremonial Coffee
Highlighted as delicious and part of an excellent traditional Ethiopian lunch experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About Dashen Traditional Restaurant
Dashen Traditional Restaurant is an Ethiopian restaurant in Addis Ababa, known for traditional cuisine served in a cozy, historic, and upscale setting. Reviewers consistently praise the authentic flavors, fresh homemade spices, and generous portions, along with the clean space and welcoming service. The restaurant has outdoor seating, live music and other entertainment, and it is used for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining. It also offers halal food, vegetarian and vegan options, and a bar with beer, cocktails, wine, coffee, and tea.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Dashen Traditional Restaurant known for?
It is best known for authentic Ethiopian traditional food, especially fasting dishes, meat platters, and full wild-caught fish with avocado salad. Reviewers also mention the homemade spices, large portions, and the ceremonial coffee as standout parts of the meal.
What dishes are most recommended at Dashen Traditional Restaurant?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight the vegetarian or fasting platter, the meat platter, gomen, full wild-caught fish, avocado salad, and ceremonial coffee. Several guests also say the menu has strong options for both fasting and non-fasting meals, with food that tastes fresh and authentic.
When is the best time to visit Dashen Traditional Restaurant?
Dinner is a strong choice if you want the full experience, since reviewers mention Saturday entertainment with singers and dancers, plus a lively crowd. Lunch is also well reviewed for traditional Ethiopian food, and the restaurant accepts reservations, which is useful because dinner reservations are recommended.
Is parking available at Dashen Traditional Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Dashen Traditional Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Dashen Traditional Restaurant offers vegan options.
Is the food at Dashen Traditional Restaurant halal?
Yes, Dashen Traditional Restaurant serves halal food.
Is Dashen Traditional Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Dashen Traditional Restaurant is good for kids.
