The 4 best Ethiopian spots in Charlotte

Craving Ethiopian food? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Ethiopian restaurants around Charlotte, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce. Here are Charlotte’s top spots the next time you’re craving injera and more.

1. Abugida Ethiopian Cafe & Restaurant

Topping the list is Abugida Ethiopian Cafe & Restaurant. Located at 3007 Central Ave., Abugida is the highest-rated Ethiopian restaurant in Charlotte, boasting five stars out of 75 reviews on Yelp. In addition to beef tibs and doro wat (an Ethiopian stew), the restaurant also offers a traditional coffee ceremony.

2. Enat Ethiopian Restaurant

Next up is Enat Ethiopian Restaurant, situated at 4450 The Plaza, Ste D. On its website, the restaurant says that “we are dedicated to elevating the status and awareness of Ethiopian cuisine by fusing modern creativity with authentic delicious taste.” With five stars out of 28 reviews on Yelp, Enat has proven to be a local favorite.

3. Nile Ethiopian Restaurant & Grocery

Eastland’s Nile Ethiopian Restaurant & Grocery, located at 3113 N. Sharon Amity Rd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving it five stars out of 24 reviews. One Yelp reviewer said, “The best Ethiopian food this side of Addis Abba!”

4. Red Sea Restaurant & Bar

Red Sea Restaurant & Bar specializes in Eritrean and Ethiopian cuisine. Yelpers have raved about the longtime Charlotte restaurant, giving it four stars out of 74 Yelp reviews. Head over to 4301 Monroe Rd. to try it out for yourself.

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This story was originally published March 22, 2018 at 9:36 AM with the headline "The 4 best Ethiopian spots in Charlotte."