A warm, neighbourhood Ethiopian restaurant on Bloor West with some of the most welcoming service in the city — the combination platters are generous, the tibs (sautéed meat) are excellent, and the vegetarian options are exceptional.
Neighbourhood: Bloor West · Address: 1184 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON · Hours: Mon–Thu 11:30AM–10PM | Fri–Sat 11:30AM–11PM | Sun 12PM–9PM · Price Range: $$ · Phone: (416) 532-8161 · Website: https://addisababaethiopianrestaurant.com · Editorial status: Not yet verified
You get a proper taste of Ethiopian home cooking without the awkwardness of being out of place or fussing with fancy settings. The portions are big, the injera is reliably fresh, and even the most ardent carnivores will fall for the vegetarian platter.
Unlike some of Toronto’s flashier Ethiopian spots, Addis Ababa focuses on straightforward home-style dishes and unpretentious service. Their vegetarian combo is hearty enough to satisfy anyone at the table, and dishes like the kitfo and tibs show attention to spices and slow cooking. The staff treat you like family, not a transaction.
Addis Ababa Restaurant has been holding down this stretch of Bloor West for years as a no-fuss spot serving straightforward Ethiopian fare. Run by a welcoming local family, the space feels relaxed with colourful art and traditional woven tables, but nothing too flashy. The menu leans classic: injera is spongy and tangy, their tibs are sautéed to order, and the veggie options pack plenty of comfort (the misir wat in particular stands out, with deep spice and a slow-simmered taste). If you’re new to Ethiopian food, staff are happy to walk you through the combos.
Usually not necessary unless you're coming with a large group on a weekend.
The vegetarian combo, especially for the misir wat (spiced lentil stew) and atayef.
Great for sharing platters with groups up to 6–8; just call ahead if you’re a bigger party.
Expect to spend $18–$28 per person for a hearty dinner.
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