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Ethiopian
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Serves meat, vegan options available. Ethiopian food cafe willing to veganize many things on the menu. Try the lentil sambusa and the veggie combo, which includes a selection of veggie dishes (chickpeas, lentils, collard greens, etc). Relocated from 5214 N Main St. Open Tue-Thu 11:00am-8:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm. Closed Mon.
16 Reviews
First Review by Jordan333
RachelleThomas
Points +28
Rachelle - Edit
The veggie combo platter is delicious!
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theexternvoid
Points +523
Ethiopian food is awesome! - Edit
Has a large section of non-meat items. Ethiopian food is a unique treat, unlike any other cuisine. Some menu options let are like a sampler of many different things, allowing for a medley of flavors.
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GraceBowers
Points +208
Yum! - Edit
I’ve been wanting to go here for awhile, after trying Ethiopian food in Columbus a few months back, and this place didn’t disappoint. My husband and I went on an off time so there wasn’t anyone there when we first got there. Reasonable prices, and tasty food. I’ve been wanting to go back ever since. The portions are also a good size, I had leftovers on the veggie combo. And my husband had the Ful. You also get more of the Injera free if you run out.
Read morePros: Reasonable prices, Great food, Nice people
Cons: Was a little cold when we were in there
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rocknred
Points +1452
Repeat visit - Edit
We get back to this area about once a year. Repeat trip tp Nanyea. It’s never too busy here. Last year we chatted with a guy at a neighboring table for a long time .
Read moreWe had the Vegan Special for two. Lots of tasty, flavorful dishes to share. All served on and with injeri bread to use as utensils.
Updated from previous review on 2023-05-19
Pros: Vegan items clearly marked on menu, Full of spices, not too spicy hot, No crowds
Cons: Water served in plastic bottles, Took several minutes for server to approach
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ScottCline
Points +3717
Wonderful - Edit
I ordered the veggie injera plate and loved it! Delicious, filling, lentils had nice kick! The staff was friendly and helpful. Definitely recommended! Called Nanyea’s.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-11-08
Pros: Not a lot of options but veggie plate is so good!, Helpful staff, Inexpensive for so much food!
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MartinLyons
Points +197
Best Ethiopian ever! - Edit
Authentic, fabulously delicious - I've eaten at many Ethiopian restaurants, this the best! Nice environment, excellent Ethiopean coffee, sambusa superb appetizer... only flaw - I didn't realize getting more of any of the veggies on the big vegan plate was an extra charge, I'm used to them being unlimited, along with the injira bread - which was also great, btw, authentic brown color, not white.
Read morePros: I've eaten at different Ethiopian all over the, country - this was absolutely the tastiest, The injira bread was authentic (not white)
Cons: Injira was unlimited, but adding more veggies was , extra - I didn't realize that, used to unlimited
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TomatoAchar
Points +47
Exceptional Ethiopian restaurant - Edit
Top-notch restaurant with far-out tablecloths and especially flavorful stews. The red lentil is the best I have had ANYWHERE. Great spice level--these dishes have a nice little kick. Gluten-free (100% teff) injera is available upon request. Vegan lunch platter has many great dishes included and server is very knowledgable about the ingredients. Definitely one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in the USA.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-05-06
Pros: Spice level, Atmosphere
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VeganMandy
Points +20
Delicious vegan Ethiopian food - Edit
Their vegan combo for 2 is amazing! It's a big variety of dishes (maybe 7 or so) with injera. We've been several times and have been so impressed.
Read morePros: Vegan meal has several dishes, Service is fast, Food is consistent
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JeromeDelbridge
Points +36
Wonderful food. Rich in flavor. I was happy with the vegetarian and vegan items. - Edit
Daily specials, friendly service. Great atmosphere.
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anmrise
Points +1117
Filling & great - Edit
The veggie platter is vegan & will make you so full & satisfied - great stop for takeout or dine in
Read morePros: Tasty, Lots of food for a great price
Cons: Only one explicitly vegan option
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rasika.venkat
Points +3727
Don’t miss the traditional coffee service!! - Edit
I LOVE Ethiopian food and I feel so lucky we have this unique option in Dayton! Simple, homely little restaurant serving tasty traditional Ethiopian food and an immersive cultural experience. If you are unfamiliar, Ethiopian food is well-spiced (don’t worry, they will customize the spice level for you!) - and get ready to eat with your hands, they don’t bring out silverware 😃
Read moreMarked vegan options on the in-house menu. I enjoyed the Nanyea Sambusa - it’s a perfectly crispy fried pastry with a tasty lentil filling. I recommend the veggie brunch combo (served all day) - it comes with injera (Ethiopian spongy flatbread made from teff flour) and an array of prepared veggie stews like collard greens, cabbage potatoes, red lentils or ‘misir’ (my favorite! SO GOOD!!), chickpea stew and beets. My omnivore husband enjoyed my vegan combo platter more than his chicken tibs!
But my favorite part was the traditional coffee service. The coffee is strong and comes out in a beautiful traditional pot with burning incense. An experience!
The owner Sofi is such a lovely lady and so kind. Please go out and support her business!
Pros: DELICIOUS FOOD!! Unique cultural experience, Marked vegan options on the menu, Black-owned, woman-owned business
Cons: A little expensive
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GemCityVegan
Points +1464
Nicely Spiced - Edit
There were a few vegan options. I had the veggie plate and loved the lentils.
Read moreJeromeDelbridge
Yes! Such rich spices in the lentils!
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christopherevans
Points +331
First Having Ethiopian food - Edit
First time trying Ethiopian food and it was great, didnt care to much for the cold bread but the lintels were great. Had a side of rice. I will come back and try the vegetable combo. Will have to go through the vegan options with the lovely staff.
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LauraJapan
Points +415
Address change! - Edit
Super yummy Ethiopian food. The veggie combo is vegan and delicious. The address is changed to 6129 N Dixon Dr, Dayton, 45414
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HollySensabaugh
Points +100
Worth the visit! - Edit
It was out of the way for me, but I’m so glad I stopped! Get the veggie combo. It’s delicious!
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Jordan333
Points +84
Friendly staff, great price, great food. - Edit
It was a real treat to be able to get Ethiopian food in Dayton, Ohio. It's very good and they have many vegetarian options. Also the coffee was great it was a nice cultural experience.
Read morePros: Affordable, good food, Good portion sizes
Cons: Location not by other places I would typically go
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