The waitress was very rude. We just showed up 5 min late for our reso. And the lady was acting so rude and charged us 20% tip and said this is because yall came 5 min. Late. These people are scammers and i would not return back. I work for service industry to but i have never seen act like this.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
claire phillips
Super good food, cute location and nice staff! Get one of the platters and try a bit of everything!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris
Ethiopian food is so often fantastic, and this is no different.Noteworthy that this is a bit more expensive than other Ethiopian places in Toronto without being better, and like other reviews mention, the seating area is a bit cramped (get a reservation or get there early)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Sean Conroy
Beware the menu online does not indicate prices. This is why: Our surprising experience was that this restaurant is very expensive. Granted we had 9 adults in the party but the meal was just 3 platters, 4 bottles of wine, 1 coffee "ceremony" for $720. Decent food but not for the high end price tag. Coffee alone was 60$.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Rachael Nalunga
The only and best Ethiopian dining place I’ve been to located in the heart of downtown Toronto so you can get here easily using public transport. The setting is intimate, warm and vibrant with colourful art hanging off brightly painted walls. The staff is super friendly and helpful. I’ve tried the veggie platter every time I’ve gone and it’s a fun/delicious experience to share with friends. You get to try a couple of different sauces and stews on wonderful Injera bread. They have a good tea and immersive coffee ceremony that I’ve only ever watched from the sidelines but hope to get myself one day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meat and Vegetarian Plate
Jen Fiorini
My husband and I have been coming here for over 15 years. Mohammad and his sister are the best ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael
Phenomenal flavors and classic dishes, this is a true gem. The dining areas are discreet and comfortable, and the service very friendly and attentive. Wonderful injera!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Prachi Shailendra
I had been hearing about the Ethiopian House for more than a year. Finally got the chance to try it out and absolutely loved it!! I got their vegetarian thali and it has these little little soul food balls that just satisfied my soul! They serve these little balls of gravy, lentils and veggie with neer dosa (Indian name, not Ethiopian, I don’t remember the Ethiopian name for it - so sorry!), which are delicious. The whole ambience is just wow! So cultural, colourful, vibrant and transports you to Ethiopia!Easy on pocket, great space, supremely spic and span washrooms, service is amazing and one must try their coffee - there’s a whole ritual to serving coffee that is a must-do!!!!Definitely going back!♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Coffee Ceremony
Ryan Thornton
A little bit pricey but well worth it, i always leave by being rolled out. Fantastic food, and people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Coffee Ceremony, TIBS, Chicken Stew - Doro Wat, Greens and Smooth- Roasted Potatoes, Kitfo Special
Great deal for the food, served by the owner himself.He ran a very lean and tight ship and passed the savings to customers.Definitely recommend the TIBS
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: TIBS, Kitfo, Bayaaynatu
Marcus Elia
It pains me to have to downgrade a review like this… honestly the food was excellent (my first experience with this style of eating) and the service was relaxed, engaging, and prompt.I know that a small independent resto in an converted Old Toronto townhouse is going to be, shall we say, cramped. But there it is— it affected my enjoyment because there’s very little room to maneuver (and I’m not a large person) and the ambient noise was LOUD.Note that the entrance to this place is not wheelchair accessible, and the restrooms are on the second floor. Yes, converted house, etc etc, but just be advised.Having said all that— I WILL be going back to Ethiopian House because I loved the food that much!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options available.Wheelchair accessibility: Not accessible.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bayaaynatu
Rishil Sheth
The food was sub par and the prices were too high. I have been to 6 Ethiopian restaurants over the last few years and this one falls last on my list. It is a bit disappointing given how big of a city Toronto is.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Bayaaynatu
Simarjot Sidhu
Massively underrated cuisine! I've heard wonderful things about Ethiopian House, but they've truly surpassed all my expectations! I ordered a vegetarian platter, and each dish was prepared and served with genuine warmth. The ambiance exudes comfort and warmth, making it a truly inviting dining experience. The owners themselves are exceptionally hospitable! I'll certainly be coming back for more! Ameseginalehu.Vegetarian options: There's a vegetarian platter that comes with 8 different samplings of dishes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bayaaynatu
Anaïs
Food was alright but the service was really not good. We had to wait outside the restaurant in the cold before they finally seated the 3 of us on a 2 people’s table. The waitress did not take the time to take our order properly and brought the bill before we even requested it. I am surprised with all the positive feedback.
The waitress was very rude. We just showed up 5 min late for our reso. And the lady was acting so rude and charged us 20% tip and said this is because yall came 5 min. Late. These people are scammers and i would not return back. I work for service industry to but i have never seen act like this.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Super good food, cute location and nice staff! Get one of the platters and try a bit of everything!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ethiopian food is so often fantastic, and this is no different.Noteworthy that this is a bit more expensive than other Ethiopian places in Toronto without being better, and like other reviews mention, the seating area is a bit cramped (get a reservation or get there early)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Beware the menu online does not indicate prices. This is why: Our surprising experience was that this restaurant is very expensive. Granted we had 9 adults in the party but the meal was just 3 platters, 4 bottles of wine, 1 coffee "ceremony" for $720. Decent food but not for the high end price tag. Coffee alone was 60$.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
The only and best Ethiopian dining place I’ve been to located in the heart of downtown Toronto so you can get here easily using public transport. The setting is intimate, warm and vibrant with colourful art hanging off brightly painted walls. The staff is super friendly and helpful. I’ve tried the veggie platter every time I’ve gone and it’s a fun/delicious experience to share with friends. You get to try a couple of different sauces and stews on wonderful Injera bread. They have a good tea and immersive coffee ceremony that I’ve only ever watched from the sidelines but hope to get myself one day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meat and Vegetarian Plate
My husband and I have been coming here for over 15 years. Mohammad and his sister are the best ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phenomenal flavors and classic dishes, this is a true gem. The dining areas are discreet and comfortable, and the service very friendly and attentive. Wonderful injera!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had been hearing about the Ethiopian House for more than a year. Finally got the chance to try it out and absolutely loved it!! I got their vegetarian thali and it has these little little soul food balls that just satisfied my soul! They serve these little balls of gravy, lentils and veggie with neer dosa (Indian name, not Ethiopian, I don’t remember the Ethiopian name for it - so sorry!), which are delicious. The whole ambience is just wow! So cultural, colourful, vibrant and transports you to Ethiopia!Easy on pocket, great space, supremely spic and span washrooms, service is amazing and one must try their coffee - there’s a whole ritual to serving coffee that is a must-do!!!!Definitely going back!♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Coffee Ceremony
A little bit pricey but well worth it, i always leave by being rolled out. Fantastic food, and people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Traditional Coffee Ceremony, TIBS, Chicken Stew - Doro Wat, Greens and Smooth- Roasted Potatoes, Kitfo Special
Great Ethiopian
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great deal for the food, served by the owner himself.He ran a very lean and tight ship and passed the savings to customers.Definitely recommend the TIBS
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: TIBS, Kitfo, Bayaaynatu
It pains me to have to downgrade a review like this… honestly the food was excellent (my first experience with this style of eating) and the service was relaxed, engaging, and prompt.I know that a small independent resto in an converted Old Toronto townhouse is going to be, shall we say, cramped. But there it is— it affected my enjoyment because there’s very little room to maneuver (and I’m not a large person) and the ambient noise was LOUD.Note that the entrance to this place is not wheelchair accessible, and the restrooms are on the second floor. Yes, converted house, etc etc, but just be advised.Having said all that— I WILL be going back to Ethiopian House because I loved the food that much!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options available.Wheelchair accessibility: Not accessible.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bayaaynatu
The food was sub par and the prices were too high. I have been to 6 Ethiopian restaurants over the last few years and this one falls last on my list. It is a bit disappointing given how big of a city Toronto is.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Bayaaynatu
Massively underrated cuisine! I've heard wonderful things about Ethiopian House, but they've truly surpassed all my expectations! I ordered a vegetarian platter, and each dish was prepared and served with genuine warmth. The ambiance exudes comfort and warmth, making it a truly inviting dining experience. The owners themselves are exceptionally hospitable! I'll certainly be coming back for more! Ameseginalehu.Vegetarian options: There's a vegetarian platter that comes with 8 different samplings of dishes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bayaaynatu
Food was alright but the service was really not good. We had to wait outside the restaurant in the cold before they finally seated the 3 of us on a 2 people’s table. The waitress did not take the time to take our order properly and brought the bill before we even requested it. I am surprised with all the positive feedback.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1