(206) 322-8565
2800 E Cherry St Ste A
Seattle,
WA
98122
47.6081
-122.2961
Neighborhoods: Madrona, Central, Central Seattle
Price:
$
Last updated 4.01.09
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Family Style Dining, Group Dining, Cheap Eats
Cuisine:
What People Are Saying About Lalibela Ethiopian Restaurant
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
Popular Central District Ethiopian restaurant serves traditional food in a no-frills setting; group dining and full bar available.
Editor's Tips
- What to Drink:
- Try a sweet Ethiopian Harar honey beer to combat the spiciness of the food.
Cheap food.
by aarthiasdad at Citysearch
The food was good. We had the veggie combo and it was too much for two folks for dinner. Pretty authentic Ethiopian food. The neighborhood has a lot of Ethiopian restaurants and I hope to try a few more of them. We went there on a week day evening and were the only customers. The waitress was friendly but had difficulty understanding English. But, it all added to the charm as we asked her Ethiopian words for stuff and she sweetly obliged. The ambience is very Ethiopian with chairs covered in (false?) animal skin, the bamboo/cane stuff all around. It appears that they would have music played on a few days. We saw some equipment but the waitress did not understand our query on when it would be played.
- Pros: Cheap, parking
- Cons: Neighbourhood
Draws me back every time
by triciacity at Citysearch
I moved from Seattle to CA a year and a half ago and always make a point of eating at Lalibela on trips back. I used to try other Ethiopian restaurants in the city but now i don't even bother. Lalibela is the best. The tastes of the various dishes are complex, subtle, and extremely pleasing. Event the leftovers are wonderful; just roll up whatever is left (mixed up is OK) in the leftover injera and you've got a great lunch. I wish Lalibela had a branch where I live now!
- Pros: Delicious, healthy food
Great Ethiopian food
by Lovefood99 at Citysearch
I like this place for its wonderful and tasty food.Outside the restaurant does not appear very attractive but inside has nice decor and planty of tables.Staff is attentive and polite.I usually get veggie combo,that's always my favorite.Meat combo is also worth trying.One meal can easily feed 2 people.Well worth your money.
- Pros: tasty food,good service,good value
- Cons: none
Great food at a great price
by sunahall at Citysearch
I like coming to Lalibela. We have been going for many years, we take our kid and eat until we are stuffed for very cheap. The ambiance may leave something to be desired for some but for me it is very friendly and easy going.
- Pros: Food, Price, Family Friendly
- Cons: Ambiance
A Little Slice of Ethiopia in the States
by MrHighwind at Citysearch
Lalibela is one of those great restaurants that many people will pass up because the outside looks rather nondescript. But anyone who passes this place up is truly missing out. Meskel may have the best Kitfo in town, but Lalibela is the place to go if you want good Zilzil Tibs. But the best item on their menu is the Shero Wot. It's a very simple recipe, and makes for a great side, but the only Shero Wot I've had that's better than this place was when I had homemade Shero Wot in Ethiopia itself.
Meskel may be great for beginners, but Lalibela is great if you want a more authentic take on the cuisine. I have yet to try anything I haven't liked. My only gripe: they use Lipton tea for their spice tea. It's just not the same.
- Pros: Best Shero Wot in town, great authenticity in atmosphere and taste
- Cons: The aforementioned Lipton. :(

