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Abyssinia Restaurant

Ethiopian, Vegan Platter, Injera

Worth ordering: Bowl

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Top tips

  • Try the bayaynetu vegan platter to sample a variety of plant-based Ethiopian dishes.
  • Enjoy authentic Ethiopian coffee, praised as excellent by multiple reviewers.
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  • Sambusas with lentil and vegetable fillings are vegan and highly recommended.
  • Expect generous portions that can offer leftovers for multiple meals.
  • Plan for a cozy, comfortable dining experience with attentive service.

People mention

Bayaynetu, coffee and sambusas.

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Also tea, timatim salata, w’et dishes and bread.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: work & study

Praised for friendly service, fast service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for affordable, attentive service, generous portions and good value.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Abyssinia serves traditional Ethiopian dishes with an emphasis on authentic flavors, featuring a variety of vegan platters including the popular bayaynetu and timatim salata. The restaurant provides a cozy and low-key dining experience with fast, friendly service and a modest mid-range price point. Notable items include their vegan injera bread and Ethiopian spiced tea, enjoyed alongside wine and excellent coffee.

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1657 Mt Hope Ave, Rochester, NY 14620

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00–21:00
Wednesday
11:00–21:00
Thursday
11:00–21:00
Friday
11:00–22:00
Saturday
11:00–22:00
Sunday
11:00–21:00

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
lentils, split peas, chickpeas
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