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African Queen Restaurant

Eritrean Injera, Vegan Platters

Worth ordering: Platter

Order the vegan mixed platter or Bebiaynetu to sample several dishes with injera.

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Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes

  • Good to know: Confirm that vegetable sambusas are vegan and served with vegan sauce; one reviewer reported receiving meat-filled pastries twice after a replacement was promised.
  • Ask staff to explain the dishes and spice levels; reviewers say they’re happy to guide first-time diners.
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  • Ask for gluten-free bread if needed; a reviewer reported it was available for a €2 surcharge.
  • Good to know: Try a small amount of the extra spices first; diners describe even the mildest as very hot.

People mention

Injera, bebiaynetu and share plate.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and attentive service.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere, generous portions, lively atmosphere, good value and fast service.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

African Queen serves Eritrean dishes on tangy injera, with a vegan mixed platter and Bebiaynetu repeatedly recommended by diners. The family-run dining room has colorful traditional decor and a garden terrace; staff explain the dishes and how to eat them by hand, and a shared platter costs about €20 per person.

Vegan menu

No dishes listed yet.

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Schloßstraße 113, 60486 Frankfurt am Main-Innenstadt II, Germany

Opening hours

Monday
12:00–23:00
Tuesday
12:00–23:00
Wednesday
12:00–23:00
Thursday
12:00–23:00
Friday
12:00–23:00
Saturday
12:00–23:00
Sunday
12:00–23:00

the food

5.0 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Outstanding service
  • Great atmosphere
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4.7 2,850 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.9 18 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

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

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

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