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    Abem Ethiopian Coffee & Kitchen

    4.7 (31 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Jeff R.

    What a wonderful find here in Nashville! Beautiful Ethiopian family run restaurant - great menu and even better service! Their coffee is strong and delicious, the lamb tins are delicious and the baklava is excellent. Don't miss this place if you have an opportunity to stop in - and it's worth going out of your way to try this place.

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    Tahseen H.

    Went to dinner with a friend here and it was both of our first times trying Ethiopian food. Let me tell you, this was absolutely AMAZING. The food was sooooo good, we also had tons of leftovers after. The service was so good as well, the person serving us was so nice and kind. The restaurant itself is so cute and it's such a vibe to go in and drink tea and just chat. 10/10 will visit again

    Veggie combo
    Belinda H.

    I'm an out of towner and was so excited to have found an Ethiopian restaurant in the area. The owner welcomes you wholeheartedly with a big smile. I ordered the veggie plate and it really hit the spot after my hike. Everything is homemade and the injera is perfection made with 100% teff. Invite your friends, share some dishes, support this mom and pop. It's well worth it!

    Few places check all the boxes but the food, service and ambience at Abem are above average. Staff were so nice and accommodated our 1yo and 2.5yo, helped select non-spicy items for the kids and made us feel reassured that it was no big deal when the 1yo left a mess under his high chair. Also offered to help carry coffee and leftovers to the car with us which was unusually thoughtful. Dining room is clean with nice natural light and plenty of parking. Food is spectacular. We got the samosas, veggie platter and chicken tibs, finished with cappuccinos. Every item was great. Picked up a bag of whole bean Ethiopian coffee to go. Will try the tiramisu next trip! Overall would absolutely recommend this place and feel good supporting such kind business owners.

    Beef tip
    Adrianna B.

    Locally owned hidden gem. The owner our a wife and husband duo. They are welcoming, kind, and knowledgeable. My first time trying Ethiopian food. Didn't know what to expect! I'm glad I stepped out my control zone

    Beef ribs and veggie combo
    A M.

    Excellent food (samosas, beef tips and the veggie combo) - especially loved the veg dish. Place was fresh and clean and the owners were friendly. Will definitely go back.

    Tammy F.

    I had the pleasure of dining at Abem Ethiopian Coffee on Sunday 7/14/24. The Food was fantastic. The atmosphere was superb. The restaurant was very clean and very well decorated. My guest and I had Kitfo special and the tibs and everything was delicious. We both tried the spiced tea which really didn't require sugar it was that good. We topped off our dining experience with the mango smoothie which was delicious as well. I would recommend all to try this lovely restaurant, it was a great experience with a great staff! Thanks!!

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    Everything was delicious!!! Service was great! It is very clean, bright and inviting!!

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    While the food is enjoyable, I must mention that the injera is not fresh and is served cold.

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    The service was lovely, the restaurant was very clean and the food was delicious! We will be back often.

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    Amazing food and amazing owners. They took the time to talk us through the menu and also the customs for eating. Great experience.

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