Tadu is the best Ethiopian I have found in San Francisco and I was sad when they closed down their original location to concentrate on their new Mission Bay place. But now they're back! At present they're only open Wednesday through Friday. The restaurant has shrunk, it's really a takeout place with a few tables if you want to eat there. But the main thing is, the food is just as incredible as ever. You can't go wrong with the meat combination, or the veggie combination I had on my previous visit. Be aware this is aggressively spiced food. The current menu is in my photos. Website and yelp are inaccurate. read more

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Tadu is A-OK. It satisfies the craving if you need Ethiopian food, but I was wanting for more. The flavors for each of the dishes I ordered came off muted or dull, even though I did like the injera. I really can't recommend the Chicken Tibs, but the Vegetarian Tasting was OK and I could see myself getting it again in a pinch. Pleasant experience overall, and certainly scratched the itch for me. I'd come back for a quick lunch if I was in the area. read more

Went there last year and it was much than this time Not a very pleasant atmosphere or decor. Samosas were delicious read more

We loved the food so much that we came two days in a row! The Beef Berbere Banatu, Derek Tibs, Special Kitfo, and all the sides were absolutely incredible. The service was excellent, and the owner, Elias, was the best host. I also loved the photos on the walls and how carefully it was curated. Definitely coming back again! read more

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I got there at 11:30 am on Wednesday and it was closed! There was a chain fence in front of the restaurant. The electronic sign said "open", but it was closed read more

Ordered delivery tonight from Tadu. Since it was my time trying this place I ordered the veggie platter and the meat platter. I'm a huge fan of Eitheopean food and this was by far the worst I've had recently. The veggie platter portions were small and lacked flavor. The meat platter was pretty much nonexistent of meat except for a ground meat side which I didn't like and just threw away. The injera bread was good but can't say anything else was worth me ever ordering from here again. Can't say much about the ambiance because I ordered delivery. I don't like to write negative reviews, hence 3 stars but this meal really wasn't worth it. read more

My wife and I were excited to place our first order with Tadu, but when the food arrived, instead of the traditional inerja bread we ordered, they substituted large stale french bread rolls. The inerja bread is the key component to the Ethiopian dining experience, substituting french bread makes the meal inedible. Tadu should know this!!!! And I certainly would not have spent $140.00 on this meal if I had known that's what they were going to receive. While the dishes were ok, having to use these stale french bread rolls completely ruined the meal! I called the restaurant and the manager said they ran out, so substituted the french bread rolls. This is not OK! Imagine trying to eat a Falafel or a Gyro in a stale french bread roll instead of a Pita? You wouldn't eat it! The manager told me to reach out to Uber Eats where I ordered the meal and request a small refund. OK, I can do this but where's the pride and responsibility for delivering the food the customer ordered? I received zero empathy for my situation from the manager. This isn't a situation of privilege. We don't eat out that often, so when we do it is a treat. Tadu completely let us down. I will never order from them again. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing food and the owner is so very sweet! It's must a try if you are in SF. We got the tibs and firfir, the sides that came with the food were very delicious! read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Menu - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is great! Came here on a Friday night around 7pm, and had no problem ordering/ finding a table. They only have outdoor seating, so keep that in mind! For food we got the chicken tibs and then the meat combination. I really liked the chicken tibs- was saucy and flavorful! The meat combination was also great - the lamb and beef were both equally good as well. Make sure you order injera on the side to scoop everything up! For the veggies - I thought the collard greens were pretty standard, but loved the chickpeas!! read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Chicken Tibs Meat combination - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've decided to increase the stars due to Tadu's special kitfo. I first tried raw kitfo (the original style) in Berkeley because it's my friend's favourite Ethiopian dish, while I'm usually more partial to awaze beg tibs (lamb). Her raw kitfo was flavourful, but the texture of raw meat wasn't my personal favourite, so I haven't had kitfo since. However, I noticed that people kept talking about Tadu's kitfo, and I really wanted to give this restaurant another shot since it's close by. It helped that they would cook the kitfo too if the customer wished. I ended up ordering the special kitfo cooked medium rare since it was spicier than the original kitfo, and the special kitfo had onions and jalapeños, which I love. And this kitfo is what I expected out of the lamb tibs. It was juicy, it was spicy, it had the Ethiopian spices I was looking for. Tadu has very plain lamb tibs in my opinion (Finfine in Berkeley makes the best tasting, spicy lamb tibs). But their special kitfo more than makes up for it. I only wished Tadu would make rare special kitfo. Medium rare was a little too cooked, but I don't want to get raw meat to take home during this pandemic, otherwise I'd give raw kitfo another shot. Regardless, if you want something spicy and different, get the kitfo. read more

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Everything was delish! Got the veg combo. My favorite was the cabbage and the beets. Injira baked perfectly. Def will come back.

Recently had lunch at Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen. The restaurant is in the heart of the Tenderloin neighborhood. The neighborhood is a bit rough around the edges so wouldn't feel comfortable going here at night for dinner by public transport yet lunch was just fine. The interior of the restaurant is clean yet a bit small so can feel a bit claustrophobic. It was crowded at the lunch hour as is a popular place. Due to the limited seating expect to potentially share your table w/ another customer. Service was just fine. I decided to go w/ the Veggie Combo which is my usual go to at Ethiopian restaurants. This is by default vegan/vegetarian. It came w/ Kik Alicha, Misir Wot, Gomen & Alicha Tikil gomen w/ sides of Azifa, buticha & salad along w/ served w/ Injera bread. For those who aren't Ethiopian food aficionados I will try to translate to simple terms as the Veggie Combo was a salad w/ two dressings, yellow split pea stew, spicy red lentils, cabbage, & collard greens served w/ injera bread. Overall felt the food here was equal or even surpassed some of the Ethiopian food I have had in the East Bay. I didn't find the food to be at all that spicy yet was flavorful, filling, & a solid meal. Feel Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen isn't a place for date night as is a hole in the wall w/ solid Ethiopian cuisine so come for the food not the ambience. Am curious to explore some of the other Ethiopian places in the City yet will surely return to Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen for lunch again. I especially like that they offer lunch as many of the other Ethiopian Restaurants in the City seem to be only open for dinner during the week. read more

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I can always count on Ethiopian food to deliver THE burn.... ON B( I )TH ends. That just comes with the territory when eating spicy food. Let's get the obvious out of the way, this Tadu location is deep in the TL. When I came for a solo lunch, there were loiters outside but they didn't bother me. Depending on which direction you're walking from, some streets can be seedy. If you're weary about venturing into the TL, they have a second newer location in Mission Bay. Like most immigrant mom and pop shops in the TL, I think the divey location adds to the charm. It's a tiny spot which can seat a max of 12 people and that's even pushing it. Come solo or bring A friend. This is not a place for larger parties. I ordered the Lamb Tibs ($14.95) and on that day, it included Misir Wot (spicy lentils) https://bit.ly/2m0dJvq. All entrees are served with salad and injera (spongy sourdough flatbread). I requested that my order be made spicy and requested ayib (like Ethiopian cottage cheese) on the side to cut the heat. The highlight of my meal was the Misir Wot. The lentil stew was richly spiced and deliciously thick with a good burn. The injera's sourness perfectly offset the richness of the stew. Unfortunately, the Lamb Tibs were a disappointment: https://bit.ly/2msBtZr. While bursting with robust berbere spices, the lamb tibs were overcooked, tough, and full of gristle. The lone staff (cook and cashier) spoke limited English so it's best not to make complicated requests. Everything is made to order so expect at least 15-20 minutes for your order. Overall, tasty Ethiopian food but probably best to stick with the veggie items. Once a year for a week, after Abiy Tsom (lent), Tadu serves Doro Wat, a spiced chicken stew which I'll have to return for. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Misir Wot (spicy lentils) + Lamb Tibs w/ ayib, salad, injera | $14.95 - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Located in the Tenderloin, this Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen's surroundings is not too scary during the daylight hours. And as always, be aware of your surroundings. Food-wise, the dishes my friend and I tried were good. The lovely server was also super accommodating and even demonstrated to us, how to fold the injera bread, when he discovered that this was our first time trying Ethiopian food. Thanks to him, no one will ever know. Food ordered: 1. Special Kitfo (5/5): The special Kitfo is quite unique. Made with lean, ground beef (you can order this any level of "rare" you would like, but we got it well done) and mix of veggies and special spices, the savory kitfo was a delightful compliment to the sour yet soft, injera bread. Since it is not particularly sauce-y, the injera absorbed the perfect amount of kitfo, and stayed in tact. 2. Lamb Tibs (3/5): Let me give you a little tib: for those who like meat and stir fries, this is for you. Honestly, the lamb tibs reminded me of a lamb stir fry since you get pieces of lamb and chopped vegetables. The lamb marinade may be slightly different of course, but it wasn't too extravagant, to the point where I thought I was trying something entirely new. All foods ordered are served, side by side, on the same platter or a larger piece of injera bread. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Lamb Tibs, Special Kitfo - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

For someone who is not a Yelper he's exceptionally efficient with identifying local restaurants. Yelp apparently has an option for 1.0 mile radius search. I had my heart set on Dog Patch and he wanted Ethiopian because we've not had it together before so even though it's a 1.2 mile hike, we made it happen via Lyft. There are plenty of great Ethiopian places in Arlington Virginia, Oakland California but it's not so often you run into one in the city. I like how quaint and tiny it is. The decor is suitably African. Heat waves had not rolled across the Bay yet. I had my green long coat on and was in the mood for something hearty. We had beef and lamb. All of it comes with greens. The fried dough with beef was super flavorful. I liked the spices that went into the dishes. The area is sketchy, but inside felt peaceful and quiet. The food definitely is home made. We asked the greeter if he owns the place and he says yes. Rarely do you still see small family operated restaurant in the city these days. The meal is protein rich, packed with amazing flavors. It felt like a hole in a wall. I don't think he had expected it to be that small of a restaurant, though. Though he might not think I would like something like this, perhaps too causal for my usual go to places, I did like it very much. The food had all the right texture and flavors. It was small but efficient. Food got served promptly so we could return home to rest and not spend an entire evening waiting to be served. Definitely a neighborhood gem! read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Lamb and beef - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

This was the first time I went to an Ethiopian restaurant. it's definitely distinct from other African cuisine. I went to something I thought was Ethiopian before, but my friend to let me know it was more East African. Let's start off with the location: it's definitely not in the nicest part of town. We were actually walking around the city and decided to go here, so we experienced first hand how dirty the streets were. I'm not sure where you would park, but best of luck to you. The restaurant inside is small, but there was only one other party in the restaurant. The menu is a bit on the shorter side than what I was expecting, and I pretty much let my friend order for us since he has eaten Ethiopian cuisine before. From what I understood, dishes tend to come individually, but if you ask you can order it family style, where it's one platter that you can share with your table. We opted for the family style. On our platter, we ordered sambussa (lentils), vegetarian combo (kik alicha, misir wot, gomen, and alicha tikil gomen with sides of azifa, buticha, and salad), beef tibs. All were pretty flavorful. We got this with the traditional Ethiopian bread, injera, which is interesting and meant to soak up the juices of the food and provide a slightly sour contrast, kind of like sourdough bread (but a totally different texture). They also included some injera under the food on the platter, but in soaking up flavor got really, really sour. One last thing: the food is meant to be eaten by hand. You can also ask for a fork, which does help eat the last bits on your plate. Overall an interesting experience with different flavors than I am used to. Definitely makes me interested in trying more Ethiopian food. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Went here on a whim when I was here for a conference. The shiro wot and mesir wot were sooo flavorful. Very generous portions and gave more than enough of the delicious injera bread. Love these mom and pop shops, and this one certainly didn't disappoint. When I asked which one he'd recommend, he told me the shiro wot and gave me a scoop of mesir wot on the side to try. Loved this couple and wish their restaurant the best!! On a side note, I went by myself and got catcalled at least 5-6 times in the time that I walked the 0.2 miles from where I was. If you're with a family or it's after dark, I'd recommend grabbing a Lyft or Uber to get to the area. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Shiro wot + a tasting of mesir wot by the owner for free! - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'd like to talk about what happened with the order last night. We've been long time customers (4 years) of Tadu and last night was a big problem. We ordered from Postmates while we usually just call and pick up. They have cut their portion sizes by more than half and instead of canceling the order, they proceeded to give us subpar food with missing items. $75 of tadu food usually leaves me and my boyfriend uncomfortably full but we were both starving after eating what we could of what was delivered. The salad had some terrible gunk all over it, in the veggie combo all of the vegetables were missing (no gomen or Alicia kik gomen). The injera was clearly day or two old, dry and breaking. Not like it has ever been before! I'm so bummed cause I used to love their food! The way they treated our delivery man, Donald was not fair. He said he was forced to wait for over an hour for the food there as orders were picked up by drivers that the restaurant knew. He said this is not unusual and that it has been a problem lately with restaurants profiling the pick up people and making them wait. I understand we are in the middle of Black Lives Matter, but treating an older white man like that and making him wait that long is not fair. I gave him a $30 cash tip when he arrived. It's just not fair to him. He ended up finally being able to get the food 2.5 hours after we had ordered and we got our food almost 3 hours after we had ordered it. This was totally irresponsible and bad business. Donald has his tip in cash so he is taken care of but he was visibly upset at how he had been treated and I think that needs to be acknowledged by Tadu. This has made me rethink my ever wanting to patronize this restaurant ever again. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - House Salad - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Pretty good non-pretentious gem downtown. Injera was excellent, also veg. combo and spicy mushroom/tofu tibs!

Coming here late in the evening can be dangerous since it's in the Tenderloin but trust me, the food is well worth the risk! Had the chicken tibs and boy was it delicious! Full of flavor and they give you a side of injera to eat with as well! The spice can be adjusted with the jalapenos on the side which was a nice touch. Quick service, friendly and helpful staff, and overall great quality of food! The only reason I gave this place 1 less star is the location. Not exactly the safest neighborhood but well worth the trouble. read more

Yum! Lamb Tibs is well flavored and the red lentil side is deliciously neutral and light. The best part is the gluten free injera- really deep and slightly tart pumpernickel flavor. It's also great with eggs the next morning. read more

Well, let's start by saying that I know nothing about Ethiopian cuisine. I must admit that this was my first time trying it and, boy, I just realized all I've been missing. Ordered the veggie combo, served with injera bread. Think a variety of spicy vegetable preparations, in different temperatures, some of them acidic and others not, with wild flavor combinations. Mesmerizing. Minuscule dining room, like so many other places in SF. Attentive service. Colorful clientele. And yeah, you get to eat with your hands! read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - veggie combo! - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Never have I ever ate Ethiopian food in bed... Until now! After a long week of work and travel, I was dead tired but it was Friday night and I was in San Francisco. Gotta live it up, right?! Well, on this particular night, "living it up" turned into ordering takeaway Ethiopian food with Yelp food delivery and cozying up in bed. Yes, I ate this messy, fragrant food in the comfort of my hotel room. Quite a different experience than I'm used to, but one for the books. Now, don't think things didn't get a little crazy. Sure, I wasn't dancing at a club, but my heart rate was jumpin' as I briskly walked through the Tenderloin to find Tadu. I considered turning around and calling an Uber a couple minutes into my journey. Even in the daylight, I probably wouldn't walk through here again by myself. Even if it is 0.3 miles away. My food was ready when I arrived. When it comes to Ethiopian food, the veggie options are usually my favorite so I ordered the vegetarian combination. I was also intrigued by their speciality, kifto, spicy raw beef. Yep, as if eating Ethiopian food in bed wasn't weird enough, I added raw beef to the mix. Living life on the edge, I tell ya. To cap it all off, I got a big bag of injera to sop it up. All in all, it was pretty darn good! I had never tried kifto before but am a fan of steak tartare which is somewhat similar. I could only have a couple of bites and there's no way I could ever finish a whole platter on my own because it's just too rich (and raw?). Loved the spice and overall flavor though. I basically ordered two entrees for myself and only finished about a third of the food before I was stuffed to the brim. It was all super hearty portions and a great price. The restaurant itself is very small and casual. I would definitely venture here if I was craving Ethiopian (as I so often do). There's so much more I want to try! read more

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I know everyone is saying it's authentic...but it didn't taste like Ethiopian. Yeah, I know it's Ethiopians (or Eritrean) and Mexicans? in the back cooking up a storm, but the food was like going to a Chinese Bamboo authentic restaurant with all Chinese staff and you find out that "real" mandarin food doesn't generally come from anything with Panda or Bamboo in the title. But instead they cooked for the popular masses... That's how we felt at Tadu. High scores. Yay. But come to Los Angeles and go to Little Ethiopia and your taste buds will dance. You will will taste what you've been missing. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Menu - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Was craving Ethiopian food and had been told about this place from a friend, well it did not disappoint! The food was phenomenal and delivered hot and fresh. I will definitely order from Tadu again I had the Special Kitfo and it was perfectly spicy and exactly what I was craving. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Special Kitfo - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Tadu is a small space run by a single gentleman who will make sure you have a good meal and leave satisfied. Our food was fresh, tasty and came out quickly considering there's no huge kitchen staff in the back filling order. read more

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Great no-frills Ethiopian food. If location matters to you, just note that's in the Tenderloin. If you're craving simple Ethiopian at a casual spot, this is the place for you. The seating area is pretty limited but service is super quick. Extremely affordable, Tadu provides equally good meat and vegetarian options which will leave you feeling full and satisfied. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Thank You Elias! I've been living in DC (the largest Ethiopian Community outside of Ethiopia) for the past 17 years and had my more than fair share of my exposure of the Ethiopian Cuisine. from the popular one like "Doro Wat" to the Raw Hanging Meat that the Ethiopians serves at their weddings "Kuert / Tere Sega" or "Milas Ena Senber" I know it all. I had a very nice conversation with Elias the owner about some of the Restaurants and some of the unusual menus that the Ethiopian Restaurants serves in Washington DC / VA / MD area. this place is good for those who are curious about Ethiopian Food and for the first timers. try their "Kitfo" or "Special Kitfo" (since the owner is a Gurage Man) and the dish is originated from his tribe. for real Afficionado, you don't get them in SF Bay Area. you must come to Washington DC (U st) or VA (Skyline / George Mason Dr / Columbia Pike). read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Special Kitfo & Yebeg Tibs - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Being a resident of South Bay, I have had really good Ethiopian food from places like Walia and Zeni. When I was in the city and I came across Tadu, I thought I'd give it a try. It definitely did not disappoint! The restaurant is kind of small, like a cafe but there was ample seating available by the time I walked in around 8 pm. I was by myself and I ordered the veggie combination and the lamb tibs (which could've been enough for 2 people). I definitely over-ordered but I had a really tough time deciding because everything sounded so good. It all came in a single plate with a basket of injera rolls on the side and I dug right in. Save for a couple of items in the veggie combo that I feel I've had better of at other places, the whole plate was really good. The lamb tibs were really delicious though. Combined with the sourness of the injera, I really couldn't stop eating it. The service was 5/5. Overall, I really enjoyed Tadu and I would frequent it more if I lived nearby. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Vegetarian Combination, Lamb Tibs - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ethiopian is incredibly vegan friendly and you can't get much better Ethiopian in the city than Tadu (for an upscale experience, check out Radio Africa Kitchen). All their veggie dishes are pretty much vegan so for those who sometimes second guess like me, this is a vegan SAFE place! And if in doubt, ask the incredibly friendly wait staff who are patient with first timers and veterans alike. I highly recommend the veggie combo which comes with: - Gomen: collard greens - Alicha tikil gomen: cabbage, potatoes, carrots - Misir wot: split lentil (my favorite!) - Kik alicha (chickpea) - And sides azifa: lentils (ridiculously good), buticha: ground chickpeas, and salad - With a basket of injera This is a small place (4-5 tables) usually full of other Ethiopians, so come early to beat the rush. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Veggie Combo (l-r): gomen, alicha tikil gomen, misir wot, and kik alicha, with sides of azifa, buticha,and salad in the back - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Such a hidden, hole in the wall...that every local person who loves ethiopian food knows about! Haha. I don't exactly know what authentic ethiopian food is but I eat it enough to know exactly what I like. Tadu is up there with the best of them. It's located right smack in the middle of the TL...the beautiful scent of urine just a few steps away. Don't even think about that and just go in to experience some deliciousness. Two must haves: Special kitfo - typically eaten rare but we went with medium rare. This is Tadu's most beloved dish and what they're known for. It's pretty much ground beef with jalapeños and seasoning. Don't ask me what seasoning cause I have absolutely no idea! Lamb tibs - Bomb.com...order it, don't look back, and just put it in your mouth. Mmhmm... Don't forget the injera. If you need more, you can always ask but they give you plenty. The place is super small so you might have to wait for a table. It appeared that most peeps ordered togo. Super affordable prices. Friendly peeps. read more

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All the food I ordered was absolutely delicious - we ordered both vegetarian and non-vegetarian! It was everything I was craving - spot on! Also portion sizes were generous - below is a picture after a few minutes of excited eating by two people! read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Excellent and super affordable food. The vegetarian and the vegan options are clearly marked on the menu and they are plenty! It is a small place which makes it very cozy and you can see what's going on and by the kitchen as they cook and serve the dishes. My friend and I had the vegetarian combination platter which is good for sharing between two people. The flax seed and honey drink (Telba?) is delicious. A great find and the waitstaff is the sweetest. Recommended! read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is ridiculous. I haven't experimented much with ethiopian food but this place has definitely spurred my interest in this type of food. It's so unique and tasty! Got the veggie combo and added beef tibs and special kofti. The different portions of the veggie combo had their own unique flavors. Didn't really know what I was eating but each bite brought a blast of amazing savory flavors. It's hard to explain why it was so good, but it was magical and I will be back for more read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Veggie combo beef tibs kafti - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

"Tadu"....more like "TaDUHHH you need to come here for Ethiopian food" Was that bit of a stretch? Probably, but you can tell that I am a fan of this place. Can I compare it to other Ethiopian food places? NOPE, because this was my first time trying Ethiopian food. Was I satisfied? Most definitely! My friend took our group here and we absolutely loved it. I, personally, enjoyed the lamb tibs more but everything we had was delicious. Love the texture and how airy their injera was. No frills joint serving flavorful Ethiopian cuisine. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Lamb and veggie medley - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I've only tried Ethiopian food a handful of times, but I've loved it every time and this place was not any different. The amount of seating here is quite minimal, so we were lucky to snag a table for 4. My girlfriend and I shared the vegetarian combo and beef tibs. I love when they serve the dish on top of a big piece of injera along with rolled up pieces of injera on the side. It's fun to eat the food with your hands and the veggies and meat were all very flavorful. It was such a pleasure to eat here and I'm sure i'll be back. read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Vegetarian combo and beef tibs - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Tadu is a small restaurant, but offers big, flavorful food. I'm not the biggest fan of Ethiopian food, but my company came here for an office lunch. We had a new hire who wanted flavorful vegetarian food. That particular day was very crowded because of a conference nearby, so our wait was a little long but manageable. I think my colleagues would probably rate this place a 4, but personally I don't think this is food I'll ever crave. The sambussa (very similar to a samosa) was very good. And I really liked the beef tibbs--delicious spices. However, the other food was only okay. A little too saucy/soggy for me, but I think my vegetarian co-workers liked it. I was really happy learning about telba--a cold drink made of ground flax seeds and honey. Unfortunately I had to ask for it 4 times before getting it. I removed one star for the long wait and space. Plus, another one for the food. However, if you love Ethiopian food and are closeby, I would recommend! read more

Amazing food! This was my first time trying Ethiopian food and i'm definitely craving more after eating here. Their injera comes in little rolls that you unravel to scoop up your food. We ordered the vegetarian combo and a few others with lentils, collard greens, and salad. Lentils were probably my favorite, but all were delicious. Prices were reasonable - total came out to around $12 for each of us. Definitely recommend! Another plus: black sugar is only a block or two away if you're craving dessert afterwards read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

I haven't had Ethiopian food in years and this was a great introduction back into the cuisine -- Tadu is a no-frills locally-run mom-and-pop restaurant, small in size but mighty in flavor. I came with a friend and we ordered the lamb tibs and collard greens. As is with Ethiopian food, you don't get utensils -- what you do get is delicious wrapped injera rolls to pick up your food and stuff your face with. I found the lamb tibs to be quite tender and flavorful and the collard greens were perfectly cooked. It's in a slightly sketchier part of town, so I'd go with a buddy if you're going late! read more

Tadu Ethiopian Kitchen - lamb tibs and collard greens - Ethiopian Near Me - San Francisco, California

A gem in the Tenderloin; a few seats and a menu full of Ethiopian treats. The vegetarian combination is very filling and reasonably priced. I kinda of wish there was a meat combo, but instead all the carnivore options were just the meat with injera. Guess I'll have to come back with a friend next time to justify getting the veggie combo *and* a separate meat dish. Beef Sambusa: The sambusa itself was very similar to a deep fried empanada. I suppose many cultures have the concept of wrapping ground meat in dough and then heating it in oil. However, the red sauce on the side was amazing! Had a little spicy kick, but not overwhelming. Full of so much flavor that it really brought these sambusas to the next level. Vegetarian Combination: Loved the variety of 6 different items on one plate. My favorite was probably the misir wot since I love me some berbere. The kik alicha was pretty tasty too since chickpeas are a nice hearty pairing to the spongy injera bread. The gomen was a little bland, but mixing those collard greens with any of the mushier items solved that issue. The alicha tikil gomen seemed to have a better blend of spices adorning the veggies. The small amounts of buticha and azifa were a bit intense by themselves, but enhanced the other items when a dab was added. read more

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