If you haven't been to Abol Coffee yet, you're seriously missing out. This place is a true hidden gem and hands down serves the best tasting coffee in Louisville. The flavor is rich, smooth, and perfectly balanced. You can tell they care deeply about quality and authenticity in every cup. They are also one of the only places that I've been to that markets and serves affogato and dalgona coffee. The atmosphere is nice. The decorations pay beautiful homage to Ethiopia, creating a warm and inviting space filled with culture and pride. I only wish the place was a little bigger read more

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Absolutely love this spot for their friendly service and amazing coffee! I have done their Americano and I always ask for a recommendation on the beans and they are great at finding something I like. Very authentic Ethiopian decor and makes a perfect spot to sit and enjoy your morning. read more

Abol Cafe - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

I needed (yes, NEEDED, not 'wanted') a cup of coffee to keep me pepped up as the afternoon was waning. I went to the food truck and requested a cup of coffee. The gentleman on board insisted that the Affogato was the key to unlock the door of a lifetime of happiness for me..... Ok, well, he didn't say that much, but he did suggest that it was the best 'coffee' he had and that I would love it. Say it with me now, everyone: Under promise and over deliver. Do not get confused and switch the words around. Chant it as many times as you need to chant it until it becomes part of the very fiber of your being! Under. Promise. And. Over. Deliver. In other words, the Affogato was coffee drowned (and suffocated and smothered and doused for good measure) in ice cream, instead of ice cream drowned with coffee. I was given a spoon instead of a straw, if that tells you anything. I figured, oh, well, it'll melt so I can drink it. But how wrong I was. So after a while, I decided I'll just drink it like a coffee milkshake. I went back and asked for a straw. I was told, "I gave you a spoon so you could eat it with that, but I'll give you a straw." Uh... so we're eating coffee now? I've had an affogato before, and I sipped it. So I waited patiently. But the gentleman was so busy chatting with the person running the adjacent food truck that I had to stand there waiting for what seemed like forever, before I finally got his attention again, and finally a straw. I will not order an affogato again from this food truck, if I even do business there again. The gentleman was otherwise pleasant, but I left feeling unappreciated and somewhat disregarded as a patron. read more

We keep coming back here from Ohio anytime we are in Louisville. Tar and staff great, coffee is amazing. Been coming since first opened. read more

Abol Cafe - Dalgona - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

This place was amazing, I definitely recommend. Coffee was AMAZING. My friend is a coffee snob and really loved it. Vegan Platter was delicious. I especially loved the red lentils. Warning the did have a little spice but nothing crazy at all. Baklava was not my favorite but it was a different style than I'm used to. My friend loved it because it had cinnamon. read more

Abol Cafe - Ethio Vegan Platter (4 sides) - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Abol Cafe is under the radar but so worth a visit! It specializes in Ethiopian coffee and actually roasts beans right inside the business. Talked to the owner Tar for just a bit today, and he will be distributing his beans and brews too. Abol also includes a set-up for an Ethiopian coffee ceremony, I believe. I'd be interested in learning more about that. It also has food. I got the croissant sandwich, which had egg and cheese on it -- a great breakfast. I also got the Dalgona coffee, which I got when I visited a couple of years ago as well. This coffee was sweet and smooth -- a definite pick-me-up of a treat. I love that Abol Cafe seems to have continued to flourish over the last couple of years. It also can be found taking part in community events. A definitely must-visit if you love coffee! read more

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The ritual areas threw me off and I don't know enough about coffee to say that this is the best

Love that we found this coffee shop. The coffee is so flavorful and there are different options to try. We have had the sparkling espresso. Yum. The first time we tried the Jebena. It's made in a clay pot the traditional Ethiopian way. That was so tasty. Today my sister got the iced dalgona. It's a sweeter drink. Very delicious. Plus the owner is super friendly and helpful in explaining Ethiopian coffee. read more

A quaint little Ethiopian place. I tried this out for lunch and it was good! I need to look up what some of the food is though and the menu is very limited. However it was a great meal. I got the beef tips with cabbage and the injera (spongey bread)! read more

Abol Cafe - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

My boyfriend's mom heard about this place from a co worker, so we had to try it! For coffee, we got the dalgona, a mocha latte, and pour over. Each of them were amazing, and we all agreed it's some of the best coffee we've ever had. For breakfast, we tried the croissant sandwich, the chechebsa, and the kinche. Again, we loved everything we had and we were very impressed by the flavors! The guy serving us was so kind, helpful, and informative. I will say, service was a tiny bit slow, but there was a lot of us and it seemed like he was all by himself so we didn't mind and definitely understood! The place itself is gorgeous and there is so much to look at it and keep yourself entertained by during the wait. And trust me, this place is worth the wait! read more

A must! Please visit. Fantastic coffee options. Delicious breakfast options. You can not find eggs cooked our with the spices offered here. My favorite breakfast dish is the crossiant egg sandwich. Fluffy, scrumptious, and packed with flavor! Ethiopian Injera that is gluten-free (unlike some local Ethiopian restaurants). A delicious and clean Ethiopian offering - without heavy oils. We always order the vegan Platter or chickpea stew for lunch/dinner. A cozy, cozy space to co-work, mingle. And enjoy! read more

Pretty strong coffee! My sister and I got the dolgana and iced coffee that had whipped milk on top. Very delicious and well-presented! It would be cool to come back and try some of the food. read more

Abol Cafe - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

I received an enthusiastic welcome at this Ethiopian cafe. It has a tiny indoor space which is graced by a traditional coffee ceremony display. I'm not a coffee drinker, and Ethiopian coffee is strong stuff, but I did go ahead and get a pleasantly aromatic herbal tea. What appealed to me is the option of getting a high-protein vegetarian breakfast dish. Their ful (stewed fava beans) came with ample garnishes and made for a delicious meal. They had a decent variety of food options, and I was offered some dried fava beans to go to make my own ful at home. In addition to coffee and tea, some smoothie options looked appealing as well. It's a very interesting cosmopolitan cuisine, and I'd bet on anything else they offer being good. read more

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Amazing traditional Ethiopian food and coffee. The owner is a wonderful man, so full of hospitality and happiness. If I lived in Louisville, I'd be here every week. read more

We were on our way to pick up some bakery items around the corner and drove by and saw the sign. Ethiopian Coffee? YES, PLEASE! Ethiopian food and coffee are our favorite things to consume. Instead of the bakery items, we decided that besides the coffee we would purchase breakfast here. Once we walked in, we were greeted so warmly by the owner. He was truly delighted to see us and proudly showed us around and proceeded to explain how they do the coffee ceremony when there are no Covid restrictions on capacity. His delight in sharing his customs was obvious and we were so happy we had stopped. They sanitize the tables for the customers, observe social distancing, and really care about your well-being. We ordered breakfast croissants for the family and I asked if it was possible to get something Gluten-free, he offered to do eggs with Injera and Berbere seasoning on the side, and honestly, I have to say it was DELICIOUS. Better than a croissant! We also ordered Ethiopian coffee to go and he gave us some popcorn to go with it, and also bought a bag of whole beans for the house. Incredible service, and I can't wait to go back to order dinner! read more

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Tried the basil tea : good : arrive was average , the lady at the counter took our order we sat and waited for order to be done : Ambiance was very relaxing * would definitely go back during to the relaxing and calm atmosphere. Another plus is * there's nice vegan options on the menu ;) read more

Really amazing! The employee behind the counter was passionate and very helpful. Id come here frequently if I lived in the area. I got the dalgona with almond milk and it definitely works together. The coffee part was nice and thickly whipped up. It's made with Ethiopian beans and my goodness, the flavor is one of the best out there. I went ahead and bought some of the camping coffee bags for future outdoor shenanigans. All I'll need is my camping stove and water and I'm set when camping. If you're in the area, definitely stop by here. There's a good amount of tables to get some work done and even a printer to use! read more

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Great food and drinks. All ingredients were fresh and made to order. We got the breakfast croissant and the platter with chicken. Both were top quality meals. The injera was the freshest I've ever eaten. We also got freshly roasted coffee to brew at home, the spiced black tea, and the thyme tea. We can't say enough good things about the quality ingredients here. read more

I had never tried Ethiopian coffee, but after speaking with the owner, Tar, I decided to try Dalgona. OMG! The coffee tasted like an expresso dessert without the high-sugar headache. The Organic Ethiopian coffee is low acidic and does not give the caffeine rush either. I can't wait to go back and try another coffee treat. If you go, ask Tar about the history of the cafe. It is an authentic Ethiopian experience. read more

Abol Cafe - Dalgona coffee - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

After seeing so many rave reviews and photos of their famed Dalgona coffee, I finally ventured out to try Abol Cafe. This was the correct decision. Upon entering we were greeted enthusiastically and given a brief but comprehensive introduction to the world of Ethiopian coffee. After patiently answering our many questions, we were guided toward ordering the drinks that would make us happiest (almond milk latte and Dalgona coffee). We took a seat at one of the sanitized, appropriately COVID-spaced tables while we awaited our masterpieces (and they were). Our drinks arrived on a tray, so there was no risk of unnecessary hand-to-hand germ transfer, and they were truly delicious. They currently offer brunch on the first Saturday of each month, and during non-COVID times plan to have regular Ethiopian coffee ceremonies. With so many unique offerings, this is definitely a coffee shop to visit again and often. read more

Stopped in coffee desperation on my way to work on Friday as I figured I'd give this local shop a try vs stressing in a long line I didn't have time to wait in at the two nearby chain coffee places. So glad my daughter and I stopped in here! We were greeted and shown a menu and decided on two mochas and a bagel & cream cheese to go. After arriving at work we had time to sip on our mochas and we both noted how smooth the coffee was, no bitter aftertaste and seemed to be an overall much more smooth and less acidic coffee type. It was really neat seeing the huge bags of coffee beans in shop and the Ethiopian coffee ceremony area setting. Fair pricing, very friendly service, and fairly quick for only one person there working the shop. We will definitely return as the quality of our drinks was so good! read more

How fortunate is this community to have a place like Abol open here. You can tell the passion and pride they have in the culture and food, just have a short chat with the owner and let him enthusiastically describe the menu to you. We have been lucky to have been exposed to the amazing Ethiopian cuisine and culture, here in Louisville, in Atlanta, and in Orlando. Their warmth and hospitality shine through and they are always happy to share their culture with you. Abol is bringing their food and coffee, and opening a restaurant/cafe during these uncertain times takes a lot of courage and deserves to be supported. As plant-based customers, we find plenty of options on their menu, they are flavorful, rich, and healthy, served with a warm smile. Abol Coffee will shine with their own light, with their warm service and amazing menu, meanwhile, lets all support this kind of spirit, it is good for Louisville. read more

Abol Cafe - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

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What a gem! We stopped in this past Sunday and shared two dishes. It was more than enough food for two people. The eggs and flatbread have this amazing buttery spicy flavor. I couldn't finish the coffee (I'm not huge on sweets) but I shared with my niece who loved it. Highly recommend! I can't wait to go back. read more

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Really great food and coffee, Tar was very friendly! Will be back soon! Tried the vegan platter and would definitely recommend! read more

Abol Cafe - Baklava - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

We just went to Abols coffee on cannons lane. The dalgona whipped coffee is unfreakingbelievable. Probably in the top 3 coffee drinks I've ever had in my life. We were scared it would be too sweet but it was actually perfect. Its not for the faint of heart, jake and I split a medium and we are both vibrating. Highly recommend. read more

Abol Cafe - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Service so nice! Food was delicious! Coffee is very good even the black coffee without any sugar or cream is like slightly sweet! read more

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Came here a few weeks back and haven't stopped thinking about it. Their regular coffee is amazing, and I'm not sure what they use but I'll certainly purchase some if available. It had nutty, smooth flavors and all I added was some half and half. They were kind enough to allow me to sample some Ethiopian coffee as well. Very smooth, and strong. I'll order again when I'm needing some massive caffeine. You know what really excites me though? The food! They had ful medames available at breakfast. I smashed that thing so fast, you have no idea. It was full of flavor and spices. I've wanted to try ful for a long time. Big fava bean fan here. They also serve dinner, but I haven't had the pleasure of tasting yet. Who I assumed to be the owner was there when I ordered, and he couldn't have been nicer. As was the woman working with him. Both were conversational and eager to explain their menu. It has a cozy neighborhood vibe. They survived opening during COVID and I hope they're here to stay! read more

I like a strong cup of coffee and Abol's Ethiopian coffee checks the box. Rich and bold it has become on of my favorite coffee shop stops in Frankfort Avenue area. I even picked up a bag of fresh roasted beans for my French Press at home (ask about the discount for members). read more

Tar the owner is so friendly and helpful. He made a very rainy morning suddenly pleasant and that was before he served his delicious Ethiopian coffee which he explained the history to me. I had asked to leave room for cream but he asked me to taste it first. He was right. It was full of wonderful flavor. Simply delicious. Saved a rainy, Monday morning read more

Excellent little coffee shop! Super friendly service excellent recommendations and the Dalgona Coffee it's the best so rich and creamy and will give you a good rush throughout the day! There's something about their coffee that's super good and delicious and it might be that you can tell that they take pride in the product and it shows. Wish I could have something like this in San Anto but yeah if you are wondering and love a good cup of Joe this it's a great hole in the wall option. Cheers and sip and relax... read more

Abol Cafe - Iced Dalgona - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

This cute little coffee shop is hidden away but I love to seek it out. This spot prides itself on Ethiopian coffee. They have a variety of options and the pandemic favorite of dalgona coffee. The coffee is rich and well bodied. I had it with just milk. I never do that. They even have brunch options that are inspired from Ethiopian dishes. Eventually they will do coffee presentations. I was also very impressed with how they followed COVID precautions. I can't wait to go back for coffee and brunch. read more

I was excited to see the road signs for this new spot on an vital Louisville corner. And the Yelp reviews heightened my interest. I applaud anyone opening a business right now. However, my friend and I were disappointed. The interior lacks cohesion: a poster here, a plaque there, random colors, background noise and furniture choices reminded me more of a connivence store than a place to converse, work or relax over coffee. We chose to sit outside at the provided tables. Staff took our orders; strictly a business exchange, not the friendliness other Yelpers experienced. COVID-19 protocols are in place. Both of us ordered Ethiopian coffee. We were offered cream but declined. It was served at an appropriate temperature. The coffee has complex flavor notes but retains an underlying bitterness. We've had better Ethiopian coffee other places and agreed that, based on this experience, Abol wouldn't be joining our regular local coffee rotation. read more

Lids don't fit small cups. I've wasted two cups of coffee. Otherwise, the coffee is good and brewed to order.

Let me tell you as someone who loves coffee, but has an sensitivity so I can only indulge on the rare occasion - this place is worth being a go to spot. The coffee tastes toasty and warm independent of temperature. Personable staff and presence almost as good as the coffee. There is something about freshly roasted beans that just tastes better. read more

Dine in is allowed, tables are marked as sanitized, masks are required, and staff bring things to you on a tray and have you take it off the tray so they're not touching your stuff. First time we'd ever tried Ethiopian coffee, and it was SO good! We got a hot latte and a Dalgona whipped coffee. It was the best latte I've ever had. The owner was very friendly and gave us suggestions on what to get. Wonderful customer service! He kept checking to make sure we were enjoying our coffee (we were). Super quaint and neat place. We will definitely be back. read more

My black Ethiopian coffeee was incredible! So delicious. The fella behind the counter was very attentive and helpful when ordering from a menu that I was unfamiliar with. He even strongly recommended I not have the coffee on an empty stomach which I appreciated. Great experience and will be back! read more

Caught this little cafe out of the corner of my eye. Upon entering you are greeted with a friendly face and a delicious aroma. The owner takes the craft of coffee to a new level. BEST. pour over I have had in a long long time. The baklava is amazing!! If your in the area... This is a must stop. read more

Abol Cafe - Ethiopian Near Me - Louisville, Kentucky

Amazing place! The employee was so friendly when I visited. He shared a little about Ethiopian culture when I came, which I enjoyed learning about! Coffee is fantastic. I got a pour-over coffee, and it was excellent. Highly recommend this place! read more

We'd seen their signs posted around the area while driving, and finally stopped in after a run today. The entire experience was excellent - the service, coffee, food, and ambiance were top notch. Parking was easy as well. Not to mention it feels great to support a family owned small business. Will recommend Abol Cafe to anyone who will listen! read more

I went while out on a walk in the neighborhood. I've been wanting to go and taking a break from my walk seemed like the perfect time. I didn't stay long but the drink I ordered was delicious and chatting with the barista was nice. Can't wait to go back! read more