I've been going here off and on for nearly thirty years and it's never let me down. Just go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Koii Benvenutto
Great atmosphere, full on a Monday night, the server was knowledgeable and walked us through the menu with good recs and then showed us everything on the plate too which was nice because I don’t eat Eritrean food often. It was sooo so good. Every topping had a unique and delicious flavor. Meats were tender but firm and the curries were totally delightful. Big plus for being open later than most spots in the bay as well! Also very affordable. We’re coming here again for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Finhas Zerai
Great service, welcoming owner, decent place, delicious Habesha food, and tasty Machiato.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kulwa and Veggie Combo
Ella G.
Unfortunately this was a disappointing experience! My partner and I love Ethiopian food and we regularly go to a couple other restaurants here in Oakland. This was on our list to try but we won't be returning. We ordered the house sampler plate, so maybe that was not a great choice, but big plates tend to be a hit with us elsewhere. All of the meats were pretty dry and tough. Everything, including the potato/veg portion, was bland. This is normally the kind of food we scarf down but we couldn't even finish this plate between two people.
Liam R
Definitely the least best East African food I've had. Meat was a bit mushy. Service was poor (no napkins, infrequent water refills, had to ask for things).The combo platter was a good deal but the added lamb platter didn't add that much meat?Very little injera provided compared to other places.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Yusuf Ssali
Each time I make a call order for Tibisi they only give you ngera and lamb or chicken no more yet the order is way different . so
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Lamb Tibsi
Liam R.
Definitely the least best East African food I've had. Meat was a bit mushy. Service was poor (no napkins, infrequent water refills, had to ask for things). The combo platter was a good deal but the added lamb platter didn't add that much meat? Very little injera provided compared to other places.
Craig Derian
The lamb and spinach are
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mir Farrokh Salek
Food and service are pretty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kitfo, Shiro, Kulwa and Veggie Combo
Dan H.
I recently checked this place out with some Eritrean friends and it really hit the spot. It's in Temescal, pretty close to MacArthur Bart. The ambiance was warm and relaxing, with traditional Eritrean art adding rich texture to the dining experience. Also the service was really friendly; when I told them it was my first time at a Eritrean restaurant they were super eager to help me go over the menu. I ordered the delish Vegetarian Combo, which had a nice flavorful spice ratio, where it had some kick but didn't set my mouth on fire. I'll definitely be coming back again soon. If you're a fan of Eritrean cuisine or just wanna try it out for the first time, trust me you can't go wrong with Cafe Eritrea D'Afrique!
Great service even though I was just picking up something it looked like something I would go in check
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Alyssa P.
Had their food catered at a wedding and OMG - so delicious! Everything was seasoned perfectly, meat was tender, can't say enough good things. I highly recommend trying this place out!
Fei Yu
Excellent intro to Eritrean food with the house special platters - got the veggie combo, meat combo, tibsi and they were plenty for 4. Interesting flavors, great fresh peppers ? hot! The spices are gold for any spicy food lover.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Tibsi, House Special Sampler
Abel Bendavid
Simply splendid and the food tastes amazing for it's exceptional. Moreover their service makes us very comfortable.????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Asha J.
Have been coming here for at least 20 years. They may have different owners; not sure. Prices have gone up but food is still great!!! One of the best eastern African restaurants
I've been going here off and on for nearly thirty years and it's never let me down. Just go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere, full on a Monday night, the server was knowledgeable and walked us through the menu with good recs and then showed us everything on the plate too which was nice because I don’t eat Eritrean food often. It was sooo so good. Every topping had a unique and delicious flavor. Meats were tender but firm and the curries were totally delightful. Big plus for being open later than most spots in the bay as well! Also very affordable. We’re coming here again for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service, welcoming owner, decent place, delicious Habesha food, and tasty Machiato.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kulwa and Veggie Combo
Unfortunately this was a disappointing experience! My partner and I love Ethiopian food and we regularly go to a couple other restaurants here in Oakland. This was on our list to try but we won't be returning. We ordered the house sampler plate, so maybe that was not a great choice, but big plates tend to be a hit with us elsewhere. All of the meats were pretty dry and tough. Everything, including the potato/veg portion, was bland. This is normally the kind of food we scarf down but we couldn't even finish this plate between two people.
Definitely the least best East African food I've had. Meat was a bit mushy. Service was poor (no napkins, infrequent water refills, had to ask for things).The combo platter was a good deal but the added lamb platter didn't add that much meat?Very little injera provided compared to other places.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Each time I make a call order for Tibisi they only give you ngera and lamb or chicken no more yet the order is way different . so
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Lamb Tibsi
Definitely the least best East African food I've had. Meat was a bit mushy. Service was poor (no napkins, infrequent water refills, had to ask for things). The combo platter was a good deal but the added lamb platter didn't add that much meat? Very little injera provided compared to other places.
The lamb and spinach are
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Food and service are pretty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Kitfo, Shiro, Kulwa and Veggie Combo
I recently checked this place out with some Eritrean friends and it really hit the spot. It's in Temescal, pretty close to MacArthur Bart. The ambiance was warm and relaxing, with traditional Eritrean art adding rich texture to the dining experience. Also the service was really friendly; when I told them it was my first time at a Eritrean restaurant they were super eager to help me go over the menu. I ordered the delish Vegetarian Combo, which had a nice flavorful spice ratio, where it had some kick but didn't set my mouth on fire. I'll definitely be coming back again soon. If you're a fan of Eritrean cuisine or just wanna try it out for the first time, trust me you can't go wrong with Cafe Eritrea D'Afrique!
Restaurantji Recommends
Great service even though I was just picking up something it looked like something I would go in check
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Had their food catered at a wedding and OMG - so delicious! Everything was seasoned perfectly, meat was tender, can't say enough good things. I highly recommend trying this place out!
Excellent intro to Eritrean food with the house special platters - got the veggie combo, meat combo, tibsi and they were plenty for 4. Interesting flavors, great fresh peppers ? hot! The spices are gold for any spicy food lover.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Tibsi, House Special Sampler
Simply splendid and the food tastes amazing for it's exceptional. Moreover their service makes us very comfortable.????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Have been coming here for at least 20 years. They may have different owners; not sure. Prices have gone up but food is still great!!! One of the best eastern African restaurants