Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Mosob Restaurant

    4.6 (50 reviews)
    ModerateAfrican, Ethiopian
    Closed 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

    Mosob Restaurant Photos

    MOSOB RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

    Recommended Reviews - Mosob Restaurant

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Mint tea
    Amara E.

    Mosob is a family-owned Eritrean restaurant. The employees are from Eritrea and are incredibly friendly. Dining there feels like you're dining with old friends. The servers are eager to talk about Eritrea and will take the time to help you decide on a dish. The food is served family-style on a large crepe and is eaten with your hands. Everything from the lamb down to the pickled veggies were delicious and full of flavor! The dish was so huge, I was able to eat leftovers for the next 2 days. The server told us, it's usually better the next day anyway, because the crepes soak up all the flavor. (It's true!) A very unique cultural dining experience worth going out of your way for. Mosob has me hooked on food from that region now. If only there were more places like this back home!

    Chef's choice vegetable platter
    Stephanie H.

    I just ate here on my last night in London and I wanted to boost the signal because it was delicious. I've had a tough time getting enough vegetables into my diet while traveling, so I got a mixed vegetarian platter with spinach, cabbage, lentils, and another bean/split pea dish and it hit the spot! The staff are very hospitable. It's clear they're used to explaining what Eritrean food is and that you eat it with your hands, so you could come here if you've never had it and they would be happy to explain. Because of Ethiopia's history with Italy they also serve Italian desserts, but I didn't try them because I was too stuffed from the injera. I didn't give it five stars only because it's not climate controlled so it was a little warm when I came in, and because there was some difficulty getting a mixed platter (they won't alter the set menu offerings, not even to halve the for a solo diner, and neither I nor the waitress realized there was a mixed platter option, so she was trying to help me order a few 1/2 portions...but all was resolved). The food is solid, the place is friendly, and it is definitely worth a stop in!

    Starters for the vegetarian platter
    Shauntel S.

    Do not just walk by this spot! We were visiting London and new to the area, and decided to opt for something other than the British pub. Sooo glad we did! We stepped in to find a quaint and thoughtfully decorated Eritrean restaurant. Our server greeted us warmly and led us to our table. We enjoyed one of the vegetarian platters for two, and it was perfect! Everything was absolutely delicious and the conversation with the family who owned the establishment really made us feel at home. Genuinely couldn't have asked for a more perfect evening. Thank you all! We will certainly be coming back!

    Vegan meal for two - red lentils (timtimo), yellow split peas (Kik), apinach (hamli), cabbage/carrot (alicha ahmeti), okra (bamia)
    Serena W.

    Authentic Eritrean food. Would come back again if local. Amazingly flavorful falafel that was complimentary and loved the vegan meal. Husband enjoyed a Tusker Kenyan beer as well. There is a room with typical Western seating and one with Eritrean seating in the back.

    Chocolate ice cream
    Karishma P.

    Absolutely love all the food here. I've been back many times and taken a lot of friends over. We love the large sharing plates. Our vegetarian friends too have been quite happy with the options available and the kids LOVE their gelato. If I'm being honest. One of the sharing plates is actually good for even 3-4 people. But its probably because I'm a sucker for their spicy Qategna and the timtimo rolls, (injeera stuffed and rolled) and can't help ordering those too. For a group of 3-4 people, I'd recommend getting the mix of rolls as a starter and one of the large sharing platters, because you get to try a variety of dishes. If you have a large appetite, then budget one sharing platter per 2 people. But if you have kids or a small eater in your group, it can go much further. We have never been able to clean up an entire plate between 2 of us. The sharing plate is a combination of injeera, a dry dish, a stew, a vegetable dish and lentils, that are available in various combinations. I think we must have tried everything on the menu by now and have loved every single dish. Whether its beef, lamb or chicken, the food is just amazing. The lentils are lovely and I'm surprised at how good they make green leafy vegetables taste - without adding cheese! Can you believe it? The service is very good too. If you arrive early and it isn't too crowded, the guys at the counter will have a lovely chat with you and answer all your questions on Ethiopia and Eritrea and how Eritrean food is so different from Ethiopian in spite of sounding and looking similar (hint - the Italians had something to do with this) There's traditional style floor seating in the inner room which is great for drinks and snacks. But we prefer sitting in the outer room at tables for the main meal, so we can overeat and stuff ourselves silly. Do try the local liqueur : Cocalime made from green lime, mint and coca leaves, its a very interesting drink. I love having it as soon as I arrive, though its mostly consumed after a meal. Or try the cochalime in the Sexy Mosob - a mojito style drink with cachaca and cocalime

    Joy L.

    A friend brought nine of us here and it was my first time trying Eritrean food. The owner/staff of the restaurant were the sweetest people, instantly seeing how we were, making us laugh and teaching us a bit about Eritrea. Our friend did most of the ordering, so I'm not too sure what exactly everything was but we got yummy sharing appetizers with two sauces, then the large mains to share. It was a nice mix of vegetables and meats, though I strongly favored the meats, especially the chicken the steak. Then we finished with popcorn, coffee, brandy and dessert, all the while trying to think of all the capitals starting and ending in the same letter (the owner asked us this mind-numbing question). The starters and mains were better. Overall absolutely loved this place and the most amazing staff. Thought the price was a bit high but would definitely come back :)

    Qype User (DrGi…)

    It shows off its pride offering the tradional cuisine and way of eating, more to the pointbe prepared for a mess as you will have to eat those authentic food by hands! Don't panic, cutleries will be provided upon request. I'm not familiar with African cuisine but this one made the first impression well remembered. Good food, good spice. Friendly atmosphere and price. Should you want to swing by on Saturdays please make a reservation beforehand.

    Starters

    See all

    9 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 1
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Bea M.
    1
    84
    42

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ana A.
    2
    12
    2

    3 years ago

    Great service and amazing food! It was my first time eating Ethiopian food and I'm hooked.

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 7
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    18 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 7
    Thanks 0
    Love this 5
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Meike B.
    190
    1204
    2167

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Heta S.
    1
    28
    10

    7 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    15 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    13 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    17 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    17 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Food D.
    3
    33
    10

    10 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rachel Z.
    473
    198
    114

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Amazing food! Get a vegetarian platter and add a couple of meats. Make sure you engage the wait staff - they're very personable!!

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Sam S.
    32
    162
    103

    12 years ago

    I LOVE Ertitrean food. This was not the best- tasted microwaved to me. Owner is a bit heavy handed as well.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    16 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    14 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 2

    Review Highlights - Mosob Restaurant

    At the end of the meal, the waiter came over and wrote our names out in Tigrinya, the language of Eritrea.

    Mentioned in 7 reviews

    Read more highlights

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for African 595 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Gojo Restaurant - Selection of vegetarian dishes on traditional injera.

    Gojo Restaurant

    2.8(4 reviews)
    0.6 miNotting Hill

    I am truly delighted to put this place on the [yelp] map. Everything about this little tucked away…read morebasement restaurant from the humble proprietors, delicious food, amazing prices to the cosy interior generates a wonderful atmosphere. I was brought here by a[n Ethiopian] friend who claims this is the most authentic food he's discovered in London, I cannot pretend to have done such extensive research myself but I certainly enjoyed everything we sampled here. Generally, I would always recommend sharing platters anyway as a way to try as many things as possible and at Gojo, for only £8 (!) they are an absolute steal (easily feed 3 people). They arrive with a splayed injera (pancake-like bread with a porous texture to absorb all the flavours and spices of the accompanying dishes), onto which various curried lentil, chickpea, spinach, green bean and cabbage stews are served. There is a vegetarian, meat and fish option, but extra or alternative dishes of any variety can be ordered to accompany the feast. Additional rolls of injera are used as edible utensils (and appear to be delivered from a bottomless supply), and the whole meal experience is enhanced by getting to scoop up large juicy morsels of food (dipped in chili powder if you're brave enough!) and eat everything with your hands. One of the most interesting dishes was a sort of minced, seasoned beef tartar, which, if you're a little squeamish about can be cooked longer to brown it up. My favourite was certainly the cold curried lentil salad served in the middle of the sharing platter. Our hostest was so generous with all the serving portions, and threw in some additional complementary salads, that embarrassingly we hugely over ordered so left with handsome take-out boxes stuffed to the brim for tomorrow's feedings... Also I have no idea how I have got his far into the review and not even mentioned that this amazing institution is also BYOB! WITHOUT, I repeat, WITHOUT a corkage fee. Absolutely fantastic. Be sure to round off your delectable feast with a coffee ceremony, or spiced tea. I truly recommend Gojo for small groups who want to try something different and experience a low-key, but certainly vibrant and hospitable evening.

    I bought enjera (Ethiopia flat bread) for take away. When I opened it at home, I found all burnt…read moreand covered with black stuff. I had to through it away. What wast of £5 and pose great health risk.

    Kokeb Ethiopian Cuisine - Veggie combo in a togo container

    Kokeb Ethiopian Cuisine

    4.4(37 reviews)
    4.0 miBarnsbury, Lower Holloway
    ££

    Alright alright, I was so excited to get some Ethiopian food....but there was a bit of a situation…read morehere. When we walked in....this dog lover seen a dog an was excited so I didn't realize the smell that the other two people I was with notice right away. It was a strange smell....that I can't put my nail on. After the dog lover excitement wore off I definitely smelt it. Fast forward we were not able to sit in as the owner stated she was going to close in an hour and 30 minutes and you could only do take away at that time. Was not happy about that but just went along with it. Placed out orders for a veggie platter and made sure the injera was gluten free. Walked next door to take a look while she was preparing our food for take away. Came back and the food was packed and ready. Oh and just a heads up they do take card and cash. If you have a US card her machine does take it even if she states she doesn't think it will. I did it and she was shocked lol. Food is packed and we leave. After getting back to our rooms and opening the food...that smell I was speaking about in the beginning we can all smell again. It was a unbearable smell that made it extremely difficult to eat the food. I was able to eat the injera and it really smelled and taste (maybe in my head) like the smell. I ate the veggies and even though it had a slight smell I was able to complete that but the injera was a BIG NO! All in all we could not figure out the smell. The owner was a sweet lady, but I wished she wouldn't have told us to take away as it took away from the experience. I wish I was able to give 5 stars like most folks...but I have to be honest with my experience.

    "Star", that's what Kokeb means...and it deserves 4 of them! Genetesh was lovely and super…read morewelcoming...the kind of person you could discuss with for hours, that can actually make you forget that you're here to eat :) "Oh, now it's time to feed you..let me get you your food!" Kokeb is the perfect example of a spot I would have never found without Yelp! Lost in the middle of an unknown neighbourhood (at least to me), Kokeb's street isn't precisely the busiest when it comes to restaurants. 18 amazing reviews and great Yelper pictures convinced me...and oh my this was a great lunch. I wanted to go for the lamb but Genetesh advised me to pick the N°21, "Spicy" beef with 1 injera and a local ethiopian beer to get it all down...perfect combo. Kokeb is all-in-one. Excellent ethiopian food comes together with the local decor & music...and Genetesh is there help you feel welcome, relaxed, at home...she'll also help you out if this is your first ethiopian experience (bye bye fork, hello right hand). A family run business with great taste & heart, and I love that.

    Photos
    Kokeb Ethiopian Cuisine
    Kokeb Ethiopian Cuisine - Sharing platter of lamb, beef, chicken and vegetables for 4 people

    Sharing platter of lamb, beef, chicken and vegetables for 4 people

    Kokeb Ethiopian Cuisine - Restaurant interior

    See all

    Restaurant interior

    Ikoyi - @endoedibles on Instagram 11/28/25 Saffron Crème Caramel, Razor Clams, Caviar

    Ikoyi

    4.5(32 reviews)
    3.1 miSt James's

    Dining at Ikoyi is nothing short of a revelatory experience--an extraordinary journey of flavor,…read morecreativity, and artistry that sets a new standard for contemporary fine dining in London. From the moment you walk through the door, the restaurant's minimalist and elegant aesthetic creates a sense of calm and anticipation. The warm lighting, understated décor, and impeccable table presentation immediately signal that you're about to experience something exceptional. Ikoyi's tasting menu is a remarkable exploration of bold spices, seasonal ingredients, and inventive culinary techniques. Every course is a masterpiece--beautifully plated, meticulously balanced, and full of vibrant, unexpected flavors. What truly sets Ikoyi apart is its ability to elevate familiar ingredients into entirely new expressions. The interplay of heat, smoke, sweetness, and umami is done with absolute precision. Each dish tells a story, and together they create a symphony of tastes that is both exciting and refined. The attention to detail in every component--from sauces to garnishes--is outstanding. The service at Ikoyi is flawless. The staff is knowledgeable, gracious, and attentive without ever being intrusive. Their explanations of each course enhance the experience, giving context to the ingredients and techniques in a way that feels engaging rather than formal. They tend to have a strong accent... so be patient. The staff is so remarkable to hay every need is anticipated, glasses are refilled seamlessly, and the pacing of the meal is perfectly orchestrated. The hospitality is warm and genuine, contributing to a dining experience that feels both luxurious and welcoming. The atmosphere at Ikoyi strikes the perfect balance between sophistication and comfort. It's intimate yet energetic, with an open kitchen that allows guests to witness the culinary team working with incredible focus and artistry. The subtle design details--tones, textures, and the harmony of the space--create a beautifully curated environment that complements the inventiveness of the cuisine. Ikoyi is a destination restaurant--one that surprises, delights, and leaves a lasting impression long after the meal ends. It is rare to find a place where creativity, technique, hospitality, and atmosphere blend so seamlessly, but Ikoyi achieves exactly that. This is not just a meal; it's an unforgettable culinary experience that deserves every accolade it has earned. Highly recommended for anyone seeking one of the most thoughtful and inspired dining experiences in London.

    Awarded two Michelin Stars and currently seated 15th on W50b Ikoyi most certainly has its fans, the…read moreventure between Chef Jeremy Chan and business partner Ire Hassan-Odukale thrusting West African flavors into a previously unprecedented global spotlight. Located on the Strand, a severe room and joyless service fond of the term "umami" placing added heft on bold flavors, dinner consists of 15 items ranging from single bites to substantial portions of largely British protein and produce. Focused on "spice based cuisine," frequently to the Food's detriment as with a delicious Sweetbread lost in a pick 'em of ingredients beneath Sausage buried in Horseradish, highlights arrived mostly early such as with the Beef Tart or Crème Caramel with Caviar and Razor Clams, but at $575pp (1 cocktail each, no wine) there are far too many plates later where "less" would have been more.

    Photos
    Ikoyi - @endoedibles on Instagram 11/28/25

    @endoedibles on Instagram 11/28/25

    Ikoyi - @endoedibles on Instagram 11/28/25 Native Breed Rib, Apple BBQ, Caramelized Yeast

    @endoedibles on Instagram 11/28/25 Native Breed Rib, Apple BBQ, Caramelized Yeast

    Ikoyi - @endoedibles on Instagram 11/28/25 Timur & Tea Gimlet - Tequila, Timur, Pandan

    See all

    @endoedibles on Instagram 11/28/25 Timur & Tea Gimlet - Tequila, Timur, Pandan

    Mosob Restaurant - african - Updated June 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...