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Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant

Ethiopian Restaurant, Vegan Section

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Top tips

  • Try the timatim fitfit and mitten shiro from the dedicated vegan section.
  • Ask staff for vegan dish recommendations as they are knowledgeable and friendly.
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  • Enjoy shared family-style dining to sample both vegan and meat dishes.
  • Reserve or visit at less busy times on weekdays for easier seating.
  • Parking is street-only; plan accordingly for visits.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention alicha wot, atkilt wot and combo injera.

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Also injera, kitfo, sambusas and vegetarian combo.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for generous portions.

Good to know

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

About

Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant features traditional Ethiopian dishes served with injera bread and includes a dedicated vegetarian section with several vegan dishes like timatim fitfit and mitten shiro. The venue has wheelchair accessibility, a warm, family-run environment, and favorable reviews praise the flavorful vegan and meat dishes along with excellent service. Popular for lunch and dinner, this mid-priced location also offers delivery and takeout options with authentic decor reflecting Ethiopian culture.

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1261 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126

Opening hours

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

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.0 1 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
chickpeas, lentils, collard greens
What the grades mean

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