Awash Ethiopian Restaurant

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2884 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego, CA 92104
+1 (619) 282-8280
https://www.awashethiopiansandiego.com

Awash Market is a traditional Ethiopian restaurant located in San Diego, CA, offering a variety of spicy and unique dishes that attract both locals and ex-pats. With its straw-woven tables and authentic furnishings, Awash provides a traditional dining experience that includes popular dishes like the chicken and hard-boiled egg stew, Doro Wat.

Not only does Awash Market offer a diverse menu for dine-in and takeout, but they also provide catering services for all occasions, including birthdays, weddings, and corporate events. With their all-in-one catering packages and experienced event planners, Awash ensures a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for their customers.

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L L.
11/16/2025

everything's really flavorful. we always get a veggie combo, which comes with split peas, lentils, cabbage, ground peas & collards. the first time we went, we got a meat combo as well, which comes...

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R F.
11/12/2025

The gentleman that served us was friendly and welcoming. As we ordered, he noticed our plates would be part of a combo meal and offered that for us. It was an excellent suggestion and it was more...

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D.S. K.
9/27/2025

Unfortunately, service was slow and disorganized and food was lackluster. Water was not provided for for free, or even in glasses. Plastic bottles were charged at a rate of $1 per person. We...

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Christina R.
10/19/2025

Delicious! The vegan combo is perfect! I ate every last morsel and ALL the injera. Although I love lamb wot, I never miss eating meat with all the savory Ethiopian spices. I had forgotten this...

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Carl M.
11/14/2025

We feel like family here. We have found that Awash is the best Ethiopian food restaurant in San Diego. Domilay is always there to greet you with a hug and a smile. Hopefully the back room will re...

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