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4.6

Based on 555 opinions finded in 4 websites

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Nº 240 in 1508 in Islington

Nº 4 of 20 African in Islington

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The owner of this restaurant is so lovely, and the food is excellent. Gluten free injera is standard.

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Ross Hunter . 2024-10-17

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This was my first time trying Ethiopian food, and I loved it. The place is authentic and very cutely designed. There was old Ethiopian music playing quietly on the speakers and the place was quiet and peaceful, great relaxing atmosphere. There was one lady taking our orders and serving us and she was super lovely. I will definitely be coming back as I loved the food, service and atmosphere of the place.

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Berna . 2024-10-07

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A wonderful treat to have met, been served and cooked for by the elegant and wise lady Getenesh. Thank you for taking the time to describe the dishes, the spices and health benefits. Spotlessly clean and delicious food cooked with love for us. She was happy to see clean plates, thank you for a beautiful culinary experience.

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Maggie C . 2024-07-20

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Wonderful place! Definitely go!

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Maria Eckstein . 2024-06-20

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100% recommended! quiet and relaxing place. First time trying Ethiopian food and LOVED it. Shoutout to the lady running the whole restaurant by herself, she was really helpful with the ordering and very funny too

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Clara Zhou . 2024-04-19

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My dining experience at the Ethiopian restaurant was a journey of cultural discovery. The authentic atmosphere and traditional music transported me into the rich culture of Ethiopia. I was particularly impressed by the taste and variety of the dishes served. The injera (traditional Ethiopian bread) and various wots (stew dishes) appealed to my palate. The hospitality of the staff and their knowledge about the dishes made the experience even more special. However, the difficulty in finding a seat due to the restaurant's popularity and occasional slow service were the only negatives of the evening. Additionally, due to the restaurant's small size, some tables were very close to each other, which might not be ideal for private conversations. Overall, this Ethiopian restaurant offered a wonderful experience with its delicious food and warm atmosphere, but improvements could be made in managing the venue's busyness and the speed of service.

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Emily Watson . 2024-03-27

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Great atmosphere. Amazing host. Incredible food.

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Nick Spencer . 2024-03-22

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Really caring host very informative and great great dishes!! (Repetition of great not accidental!) Speciality bread was amazing took left overs for breakfast 😋

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YoaYeo . 2024-03-14

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Really caring host very informative and great great dishes!! (Repetition of great not accidental!) Speciality bread was amazing took left overs for breakfast 😋

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I G . 2024-03-14

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The chef was amazing and so friendly and told us African history and how to properly eat authentic Ethiopian food. Love her, love the restaurant and amazingly priced.

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tapua Wadi . 2024-01-27

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Incredibly delicious food, including gluten free injera (made entirely with teff - very difficult to find, usually!), wonderful service. One of my favourite restaurants in London.

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Adrienne A . 2024-01-21

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Great food in an authentic setting, one of our favourites!

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Daniel N . 2024-01-05

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Excellent food and service, very clean

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Christos Lefkimiotis . 2023-12-31

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Top notch food. The beef dishes are a must try. Great vegetarian options too. Very homely vibe and the owner is friendly and the perfect host!

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Sanjith Rao . 2023-12-13

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Nice place to eat tradicional and home made Ethiopian food

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Samuel Moreno . 2023-12-09

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We have wanted to visit here for a long time and finally we came! We were warmly welcomed by Getenesh. The food was delightful and authentic. Quite a spice kick to the beef dish, but balanced by the vegetarian mix of lentils, split peas and greens. The injera bread was fab. Easy to get to from Fleet Street area on number 17 bus, or if you are on the Piccadilly line.

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Lucie02 . 2023-12-04

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Lovely food, lovely lady, lovely place. We were the only ones there for our entire dinner, but we still had a nice time. A fantastic vegetarian meal.

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Juliet Blue . 2023-11-29

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Get your fingers in, take the wonderful owner's advice, and enjoy. The food is something special. I'll be sad when I move out of the area and away from Kokeb.

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James Creedy . 2023-11-15

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We love Kokeb! Having grown up in Ethiopia my partner often craves authentic Ethiopian food, and Kokeb always delivers. It’s reasonably priced, delicious, and operated by the loveliest lady who makes you feel like you are stepping into her home. We’ve taken many friends to introduce them to this cuisine, who all love it. If new to Ethiopian food, be assured that you will be welcomed with open arms and if not, that you’ll enjoy delicious traditional dishes. Great for vegetarians/vegans too.

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Loren x . 2023-11-08

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Very kind woman working there, amazing foot and a great comfortable and cozy atmosphere, loved it. Also a great halal option

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Adam Owaineh . 2023-10-27

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Everything about this place is fantastic. The lady that runs it is lovely, the food is amazing, atmosphere is charming. Always leave 100% satisfied. One of those independent restaurants I hope the best for and will continue to go back to.

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Joel Thomas . 2023-10-19

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super kind and helpful owner, everything was delicious, will definitely be going back!

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Kieran S. . 2023-10-18

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Excellent food and a relaxing environment. Highly recommended

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Alex Taylor . 2023-09-13

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Best Ethiopian food in London.great vibe and excellent service. Highly recommended one of my favourite restaurants.

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Rashmi Taylor . 2023-09-13

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Lovely owner who took the time to explain how the food is eaten. Food was delicious and interesting. We were well looked after.

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Maxine Morcom . 2023-08-19

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Such a gem of an establishment. I keep going back and bringing new friends everytime. The owner is always attentive: she asks what you usually like then she tells you to leave it up to her. Everytime she brings out something incredible! Definitely recommend ethiopian beer as well

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sula . 2023-07-29

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An absolutely wonderful restaurant all round. I have recommended it to many friends and they have all loved it too.

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Helena Siqueira . 2023-07-15

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Fantastic food at super cheap prices. I'm going back again and again. I have the selection of vegan food which included spinach, chickpeas, lentils and dhal. All had distinct flavour and the injera is fantastic! I love the lady who runs it, who is funny and super kind. It is a gem of a restaurant in Islington.

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C hi . 2023-06-28

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Unique, out-of-this-world, tantalising flavours! Prepare for a gastronomical experience and a reawakening of the palate! The owner was also very attentive and warm. Amazing food and great ambience! Everyone must try this place!

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ching tang . 2023-05-14

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Lovely atmosphere, authentic food and the woman who runs the restaurant is so lovely.

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Rosalie de Bruin . 2023-04-01

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Best Ethiopian in London!!!! So good and so glad to have found this gem of a place.

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Letizia Rossi-Espagnet . 2023-02-16

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Had a perfect meal with my family. We wanted a place where we could celebrate being together and eat in a communal way. Kokeb was a great find! Atmosphere is relaxed and the food is delicious. The chef chose exactly right for us in terms of variation of spice, vegetables and meats. This is wonderful healthy food cooked with love. Not a drop was leftover. I could eat here every day!

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Ramona . 2023-01-01

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Wonderful service from the owner who is very accommodating and help you through a great Ethiopian experience. I would recommend to anyone to go out of their way to head to Kokeb and give Ethiopian food a try.

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David Gibb . 2022-12-27

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This one woman show fails to disappoint. Feeling more than satiated after my 6th visit, I cannot recommend it highly enough. If you want very reasonably priced, delicious home cooked grub, while feeling like you are being wrapped in a blanket by your adopted mother for the evening, then this is the place for you. If you are willing, the cultural exchange is on point. Wasted food is not acceptable, so eat up or you may be chased out with a broom.

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Izzy . 2022-12-10

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Lovely food, some of the best ful I've ever had. Highly recommend

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Faiqa Amreen . 2022-12-04

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Always enjoy the food at Kokeb. It’s authentic & truly delicious. The owner is a delightful lady. Would recommend minchet abish (non veg) & missir (vegan)

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Barbara D . 2022-11-30

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The Best Ethiopian restaurant, authentic cuisine cooked with unmistakable passion by Geti the lovely owner. Tasty, fresh ingredients and unbelievable aromas as soon as you walk in. Have dined in and taken out-simply delicious either way

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Corina Anastasiou . 2022-11-23

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We were welcomed by the owner and felt her welcoming warmth right away. The food was very delicious and prepared with lots of love. Definitely will come back again when next time in the area.

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Mar Sal . 2022-11-12

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Really cosy atmosphere, attentive and jovial host, and wholesome, warming food - it's like having dinner at your grandparents' house.

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Amy Sullivan . 2022-10-24

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I absolutely love this place, great food, generous servings and the owner is lovely.

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Chris D . 2022-10-22

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Finally visited Kokeb Ethiopian Restaurant on Roman Way N7 after passing it on my way home numerous times. I’m on a mission to try all the local Ethiopian & Eritrean Restaurants. I had the House special which consisted of Key Minchet Abish (spicy beef mince), Ye-Misir Key Wot (red lentils), Ye-Alicha Kik Wot (yellow split peas) & spinich. All of it had a fiery tastiness to it (she asks how spicy you would like it). The lady serving was really sweet & attentive, felt like going to your aunties house for dinner. No Tej unfortunately. Overall a good dining experience, I recommend it.

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Marty Smith . 2022-09-18

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Visited here with some friends who recommended it and it was great! "Aunty" (the owner) was such a helpful delight and the food was great and we were able to choose from quite a few coeliac-friendly options :) If in the area, would definitely be up for going again!

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Ridwan Barbhuiyan . 2022-09-05

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Excellent Ethiopian in a local setting. The owner and chef is very welcoming and friendly. We had only vegetarian and loved everything. The fava beans were a highlight but certainly take the chefs recommendations! Can eat well for less than £15/person which makes it worth a trip from across town.

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Henry West . 2022-08-12

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The best food in the most authentic restaurant you will ever have! This is just simply the warmest welcome you will ever receive! Highly recommend ❤️

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Carolina Correia . 2022-06-25

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Four of us came on Saturday night. Two people had been before but I gad never eaten Ethiopian food previously . The owner chef was very welcoming, the food was excellent . Served on the amazing injera bread , the flavourings of each dish were lovely. The owner explained how to eat using our natural fork(= hands) ! Would definitely return. Amazing value

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SJ118 . 2022-02-13

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I cannot recommend this place enough. It's tasty. It's reasonably priced. It's authentic, home made food. But most importantly, it's the lady who works there that makes this place. Not only does she work hard to cook and wait herself, but she does so with a caring and human attitude that makes you feel like you are visiting family for dinner. Carry on Kokeb, I will definitely be back! PD: I also really appreciated how COVID safe the place was. I was a bit worried going to a restaurant for the first time after restrictions ended, but the owner was wearing a mask the whole time and was super considerate. Thank you!

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adria_sch . 2021-07-31

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The restaurant is decorated in Ethiopian style and immediately makes you feel like you are in Ethiopia. The owner of the restaurant, Getenesh, takes extreme care of her restaurant, customers and the dishes she cooks, and has been able to welcome us with warmth and hospitality. The restaurant is extremely clean and sanitized, tables are well distanced and Getenesh always wears a face mask: I felt extremely safe from Covid in her restaurant. Guided by her recommendations, we took the Vegetarian Super Combination, Key Minchet Abish and Doro Wot, all of which were exquisite and carefully served. Very fair prices considering the quantity and quality of food served. So, I strongly advise you to try this restaurant and get Getenesh to advise you on the dishes to try. Even if compared to other places in London it might be a bit inconvenient to reach, I assure you that it is absolutely worth it.

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C3004INdavidec . 2021-07-18

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I love Kokeb, the food is always so so good!! And it’s run by the kindest warmest woman. It has even become a regular for us to get as takeaway during lockdown, stays good because the flavours marinate. Our favourites we get are the Doro Wot, Veg combo, and Key Minchet abish. I agree with the other reviews on here, this place is special!!

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25NeilB . 2021-03-03

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I had been looking for a good Ethiopian restaurant in my area, and decided to try Kokeb after reading the reviews on Tripadvisor, and I'm so glad we visited. The place was single-handedly run by Getenesh, who was incredibly helpful and recommended some great dishes for us to try. If you're looking for somewhere special for a date night or dinner with a few friends, I would definitely recommend.

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GEC93 . 2020-09-28

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What an amazing restaurant. Family run and you can taste the food is made with love. Inexpensive food worth much more. Try Kobek for your first Ethiopian experience. It actually feels like a home stay in Ethiopia itself.

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CoMuc . 2019-10-21

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We had a fantastic experience at Kokeb; great hospitality from Getenesh, who runs the entire operation seemingly single-handedly while still giving each and every customer her full care and attention. Having never eaten Ethiopian cuisine before, she was happy to explain the menu and make recommendations for us and to demonstrate the 'natural fork', Injera. We can't compare this to any other Ethiopian restaurants as this was our first time eating at one, but we found Kokeb to serve delicious, filling food and decent beer with great service at a very reasonable price - overall, a lovely experience! We have been meaning to try Kokeb for a number of years and I'm only sorry we didn't do so sooner. We will certainly be back.

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HeatherD2393 . 2019-08-09

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I visited here for a meal after reading all the positive reviews and I wasn’t disappointed. I was met by Getenesh and what a lovely lady she is. So welcoming and warm. The food was amazing as was the service. And a little education on how to eat properly with the injera. Thank you so much for a wonderful welcome and experience.

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AandS-Lymm . 2019-05-14

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We have visited Ethiopia four times in the past but have only tried authentic Ethiopian food once, so we thought we’d give this a try and we were extremely surprised. The service was first class and the food was excellent. We were treated to a lesson on how best to enjoy our meal and had a recommended choice suggested which was thoroughly enjoyed by all four of us. We traveled from Kent to get there and will definitely return. Highly recommend Kokeb!

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Len H . 2019-04-13

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The welcome we received was wonderful, and the food was so full of flavour and depth. A truly outstanding restaurant.

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N7diner . 2019-02-11

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Authentic family traditional restaurant serving delicious homemade food. I had Injera with Beef and Coke to drink, my friend had Injera with Chicken and Mango Nectar to drink. We enjoyed experiencing Ethiopian food, something different and the restaurant is beautifully decorated in Ethiopian decor. One person manages the place and does all the cooking, made to order, fresh and tasty dishes.

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sultanmhussain . 2019-02-10

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I was a bit skeptical about eating with your hands but it was fun and the food was fabulous! Went with 2 of my good friends and it was a great time

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eleuteriod218 . 2019-01-29

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I was very pleased with the food. Amazing tastes, fresh and not greasy.The lady who runs the place made me feel very welcomed. Place was inviting and very clean.

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497hanar . 2018-12-24

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Appréciant les restaurants éthiopien en Suisse, je me suis motivé pour en faire un ici à Londres. Franchement déçu. Motif : je les gardes pour moi vu qu un grand nombre de personnes aime ce lieu et qu il est fort possible qu ils n' ont pas de possibilité de faire la comparaison. Peut-être que la restoratrice devrait elle même en faire l experience ce qui en doute la pousserait à faire beaucoup mieux pour sa clientèle. Mais comme on dit tant que ça marche pourquoi faire un effort.

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Romero R . 2018-10-17

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Vinimos aquí para cenar y nos encantó todo al respecto. La comida era increíble y una excelente relación calidad-precio, incluso mejor que en otros restaurantes etíopes en los que hemos estado en Londres y una de las mejores comidas que he comido en mucho tiempo. El propietario fue muy amable e incluso nos preguntó si estaríamos de acuerdo con tres. injera entre cuatro de nosotros en lugar de cuatro, ya que no quería que se desperdiciaran alimentos (aunque esto significaba que la comida era más barata). Ella tenía razón y era la cantidad perfecta de comida. Es un poco lejos de todo, pero vale la pena viajar para una comida aquí.

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anniew875 . 2018-10-11

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We visited Kokeb tonight (the latest of many visits) and as always the food was delicious and the owner friendly with a good sense of humour! Having visited Ethiopia and loved the cuisine we were so pleased to find this place which serves such authentic food in a lovely, relaxed atmosphere. We will be back next time we’re in London!

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ElleB37 . 2018-09-20

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This place is about good food, chef (and the owner and server at the same time) takes pride in her food and consistently delivers tasty dishes at reasonable prices while maintaining a bit direct and personal contact with customers.

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Piotr O . 2018-06-13

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He estado buscando un buen Etiopía/Eritrea y me encontré con este en los mapas de Google. Cruzamos directamente allí desde recoger Alex. No parece gran cosa desde fuera, pero es encantador y acogedor por dentro.

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Omegacds . 2018-05-18

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Amazing food , great service strongly recommend , the food was amazing , the lady serving is lovely person don’t miss it

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Ricardo M . 2018-03-16

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Nos encontramos en este precioso restaurante acogedor para el almuerzo.

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Milonga . 2018-03-08

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Not much to add that hasn’t already been said. Delicious food and delightful owner. Hope I can return with a group one day as it’s probably better to order a few dishes and share.

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Alicia23_13 . 2018-02-08

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Excellent food served and cooked by the warm and friendly owner, who went through the menu with us and made excellent recommendations. The decor is also great: a cosy, home-like dining area with lots of Ethiopian trinkets and wall hangings. Highly recommended!

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Laura S . 2018-01-01

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Fantastic food at this family run restaurant. The meal was very reasonably priced. Would highly recommend the large mixed dish. This restaurant is better than any other Ethiopian in North London. Booking recommended.

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harithc . 2017-12-05

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Earlier this evening I had the very good fortune to eat at the Kokeb Ethiopian Restaurant. The service and the food were both excellent. The price was extremely reasonable. The location is extremely handy as the restaurant is a few hundred metres from Caledonian Road Tube. I shall certainly be returning and I recommend it to anyone who would like to try genuine Ethiopian cuisine. I know it is genuine because my dinner partner has spent time in Ethiopia and he was suitably impressed. Five stars for Kokeb!!

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Jonathan E . 2017-11-22

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This was fabulous! The best Injera I've ever had! Each dish was fabulous as well! Really really excellent food. A must! We had several different dishes and they were all Just fabulous. I first had Ethiopian food about 30 yrs ago; I eat it in any city I can find it. This was definitely as good as any I've ever had. I definitely will be back next time I'm in London.

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Dr. Lisa J . 2017-10-24

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Si nunca lo has probado la comida etíope como nosotros, seguirlo. Muy excelentemente saborizados. Teníamos la combinación vegetariana y un plato de pollo picante en injera (como una luz al final fermentado, y crepe). El director es muy amable y servicial, aunque algunas personas pueden pensar un poco demasiado, pero es más como vas a su casa y ella es más que feliz de ayudar. Realmente disfrutamos de nuestra comida y lo recomiendo encarecidamente.

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Chevy J . 2017-06-29

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Cannot go wrong with the quality and choices on the menu. The owner is a treat to engage in conversation with- makes a very special dining experience

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RajMaan . 2017-06-25

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Siamo stati in questo piccolo ed accogliente ristorante di cucina Etiope con degli amici che c'erano già stati con la promessa di offrirci un esperienza davvero unica.

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Mrighis . 2017-06-01

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Una gran experiencia en todo! Buena comida, el propietario es encantador y le ayudará a elegir. No vayas si tienes prisa. Esta es una experiencia de cena y el propietario es la camarera y el cocinero, así que puede tomar un tiempo increíble comida

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jagulec . 2017-04-02

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Mi familia y yo hemos sido volver a este restaurante por más de 15 años y nunca nos ha decepcionado. La comida siempre es deliciosa y llena de sabores, la carne es suculento y bien preparada (no grasos bits) Mi hijo es vegetariano y los vegetales mixtos son variados y también delicioso. Siempre nos saludaba con una sonrisa de la preciosa Getanesh. Hemos recomendado este restaurante a amigos que tienen también ahora se ha convertido en clientes habituales. Normalmente nos dan una para llevar, pero el restaurante tiene un ambiente encantador. Muy buena relación calidad-precio 10 / 10

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Anna F . 2017-03-25

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Mis amigos y yo queríamos probar algo de comida etíope. Ninguno de nosotros tenía todo probado antes.

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Elisa R . 2017-03-23

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Éste es fácilmente el mejor restaurante etíope en Londres, hizo tanto más por la encantadora propietaria Getenesh. El restaurante está situado en una calle cola de Caledonia Rd. Hicimos reservas para 7 personas y Getenesh era muy fácil comunicarse con para esto. Recomiendo encarecidamente este restaurante para cualquier ocasión.

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merenptah . 2017-03-22

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Excellent and authentic food, with a wide range of options for vegetarians and meat eaters alike - and great value too! The owner is lovely, and somehow manages to take orders, prepare the food, serve it and even explain the dishes to you all at once. Will definitely be returning soon - a perfect venue for celebrations or for a quiet night out.

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HerbertWest13 . 2017-03-17

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Dropped into Kokeb having never tried Ethiopian food before, the restaurant was quiet but this was likely due to it being only about 4pm and the weather was wet and windy, we were met by a lovely lady who we later found out was the restaurant owner/chef & waitress having opened the restaurant some 18 years ago and built up a large loyal base of customers from local and afar. She made us feel welcome and also offered to help us navigate what was an entirely new cuisine to us. We ended up having a spicy chicken and Egg wot with a variety of vegetarian side dishes all served on an injera. The vegetable dishes were lovely all with different flavours and heat levels the wot itself had lashings of spicy sauce on two plump chicken drumsticks. The injera was unusual sort of like a sour tasting thin crumpet it was an ideal vehicle for the variety of dishes. All in the food was great but the homely feel and friendly conversation made the meal! Oh and i definitely recommend the Ethiopian coffee for anyone who likes their coffee strong but refined! Would definitely go again!

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Ricwood16 . 2017-02-26

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We went to this place for a dinner.It was my first ever experience with Ethiopian food, loved everything there.We ordered some food and advice from the owner/chef was given that it may be too much and she suggested smaller order, she was spot on.Delicious vegetarian/ meat options/ lovely Ethiopian beer. Service was excellent.Will definitely recommend for a nice Ethiopian experience.

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Kinga J . 2017-02-21

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I'd been told about this place by many people and came with a friend one evening. It's a short walk from Caledonian Road tube and relatively easy to find along a quiet residential street. The decor is spartan, although it has nice touches of Ethiopia all around, which was interesting.The proprietress was extremely friendly and busy throughout the evening. She seemed to be a one-woman operation, which meant that service was a bit slow, but we did not mind as we were not in a rush, though there were some significant time-lags on occasion. That said, there was one table - a party of 4 or 5 people - who seemed to know her well and my friend and I were quite surprised by how overly friendly she seemed to be with them - we overheard her telling them that they could not order some menu item as she did not have enough for other potential orders. I'd have been miffed if I were seated and ready to pay for a meal that was available only to be told I would not be allowed to have it because some 'potential' customers might want some. The table did not seem too bothered by this, and thankfully this did not happen for us, but something to be aware of, I guess.I am not an expert on Ethiopian cuisine, but my friend is, and she ordered some really good dishes for us to share. The standouts for me were the vegetarian options, particularly a dish consisting of carrots and green beans that was extremely flavorsome, and the yellow lentils. Some of the spicier dishes were a little too hot for my taste, but I still enjoyed them nonetheless. The spongy bread that is served is like really soft, chewy sourdough, and can be an acquired taste - I personally quite liked it, though a little of it went a long way with me.Prices are in line with the setting, with individual items fairly priced - though ordering a combination of items will set you back a fair bit, we found! Overall, despite the nice food, the slow though friendly service (and that incident with the other table) does not inspire a quick return visit. It's also more of a neighborhood, bare-bones joint than destination dining.

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Ryan Z . 2017-02-06

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Although we arrived late due to challenges finding Kokeb, otherwise we loved it - the ambience is simple, the food is authentic and delicious, and the owner is absolutely lovely.

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JWReview . 2017-01-14

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Amazing service, and such such delicious food. Also, make sure to ask for Ethiopian coffee at the end of your meal - absolutely mouth watering.

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Philippa C . 2016-12-19

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I love coming to Kokeb. I've been there at least 5 times.The owner who is also the chef and the waitress brings a great feel to the place. She remembers her guests and is aleays happy to answer questions about the food.When you get there your mind and body slows down. You can forget all the busy London troubles. If the owner is busy you will have to wait a bit longer but that just adds character to the whole thing. Food is always great (I love the spicy chicken with egg and the vegetarian selection)Decent wine and ethiopian beer available. Great value for money

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jagulec . 2016-11-14

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Really nice place with great food. I will surely come back.

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OpenTable Diner . 2016-10-22

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Love this place.I'm new to Ethiopian cuisine but have fallen in love with this place.Gatenesh the owner, is a force of nature and always makes me feel so welcome. It's a hidden gem just a few mins from Caledonian Rd tube so worth the trip even if not entirely local.I'm averaging 2/3 trips a month and can't wait for the next.

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paulmfarrell79 . 2016-10-16

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I am lucky enough to live near Kokeb and go at least a couple times a month. I've eaten at a fair number of Ethiopian restaurants around the world and Kokeb is my favourite hands down. Each dish is remarkably different with complex (and delicious!) flavours, the food is always fresh and vibrant, and the injera is just completely amazing (the wonderful owner Getenesh gets the special flour somehow and does miracles with it). Although it's hard to pick, my go-to dishes are the fule (even better than Dillas in Minneapolis), the red lentil (flavour explosion!) and the Doro Wat (chicken magically prepared and in a special berbere). Just there last weekend and planning on going back this week.

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fredcito . 2016-10-16

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How can such place have such many good reviews. the food was few days old, the fava bean was straight out of tint. the chicken was so old we only eat the sauce which didn't taste good at allthe quantity is tiny and afterwards all 3 of us had diarrhea some of the food tasted ok but too plain and unexciting

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Sawalif . 2016-10-08

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when you are out for ethnic food, the best you can hope for is to have a truly cultural, at home experience...thats what you get with Kokeb. the owner is chatty and delightful and you feel as if you are eating at her home...she takes pride in her cooking and her service.Highly recommend for some good eats ..and very good for vegetarians.

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Springer76 . 2016-09-26

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A very cozy and friendly place, managed, cooked, served by the same lady. It's like you are a guest at home of a great host doing her best to show you the highest appreciation. Delicious food...

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Oemer K . 2016-09-21

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I ordered the vegetarian "super combinations" and that was 5 samples of different recipes and a great range of flavour. I fell in love with the "Ye-atiklt wot", which is a yellow split pea dish, incredible flavour - I even had to recreate it at home! This dish alone is probably what made me recommend this place to nearly everybody I spoke to! I dined with 2 meat eaters, they ordered chicken dishes each. I think, from their experience, even if you are a meat-eater, opt for a vegetarian dish....This place has great flavour and spice, very authentic decor. You're asked if you would like "injera" which is a sourdough flatbread, say yes! This bread is very filling, and as the meals are generally small , this bread will make your stomach feel satisfied, plus it tastes great

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Harmony M . 2016-09-19

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這是我第一次嘗試埃塞俄比亞食物。味道非常獨特。因為我們沒有預定,所以等了一會兒。我非常喜歡這裏的菜色,很好味!

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kitty h . 2016-09-16

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Nice decor in a cosy restaurant, the hostess was really lovely and explained about the dishes well. Excellent njera and really tasty dishes. The vegetable dishes were really good so an option for vegetarians.

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AndyJ . 2016-09-15

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Midweek visit. Was made to feel absolutely at home by our host/chef. Treated us as if we were dining in her home. Attentive , funny , inquisitive and a good cook... She made dinner an experience.The food was good. A mixture of spicy hot/ and not so hot to cater for everyone in the group. Got told off for not eating enough after we'd had our fill. Worth the effort to get here.

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ozzi9 . 2016-08-25

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First dinner there tonight - the host is great and gave us good advice on the food to take as we were not familiar with Ethiopian food. Great discovery as everything was delicious, suits vegetarian people too. really good value for money we will definitely go back and advice the place.

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Laurence M . 2016-08-17

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Delicious Ethiopian food on Caledonian Road. As we are not experts in Ethiopian cuisine we had to ask the waitress for recommendations and she chose a perfect meal for us and it was fantastic. I would highly recommend this restaurant to all, we will certainly be back.

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Susanna D . 2016-08-01

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Food was delicious, lovely family feel... Will cater for vegans. Really flavoursome and different. If you are looking to visit with a large group call in advance they are happy to cater and accommodate.

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ushma108 . 2016-07-30

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The food was delicious and the woman who owns it is the waitress / cook / everything! Most of my group who went are vegetarian and there was lots to chose from. It was the best Ethiopian I've had and at a good price.

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Melanie C . 2016-07-25

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We went here based on the reviews on Tripadivisor and found that we were one of two tables that night - there is only one person who takes your order, serves you and everything else. She refused to spoon the food onto the injera as is traditional. The food itself was just ok - we have eaten Ethiopian many many times - in fact we always try to eat it in bigger cities in the US and Europe and this was not the best. A neighborhood joint and not something one needs to travel to visit.

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hammy1234 . 2016-07-21

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My first introduction to Ethiopia cuisine, and certainly not my last!We came in without a booking, and we're warmly greeted by the charming manager. She was very helpful in recommending dishes to us as we were new to Ethiopian dining.Great food, beautifully presented, and such a cozy, relaxing space to enjoy a meal. I will definitely come back to sample some of the other choices on the menu!

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Min W . 2016-07-20

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As newbies to Ethiopian food, we were unsure of what to expect from this type of cuisine. The host made a great effort to understand our palate and needs. Not only was the food excellent, full of unique and flavoursome dishes, but the host was very accommodating and warm. An overall fantastic experience!Try the injere and shared plate in particular - you will not be disappointed.Special mention for the foot-tapping music!

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Khuram Y . 2016-07-16

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