Andrea C.
10/20/2025
This place is still consistently delicious and my favorite spot for Ethiopian food. Veggie combo and doro tibs are both delicious. Buticha is addictive and tastes great with everything. The...
Cafe Romanat
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462 Santa Clara Ave
Oakland, CA 94610
Cafe Romanat in Oakland, CA, is a haven for lovers of fine Ethiopian cuisine. Inspired by the village of Romanat Falls in Ethiopia, where community and sharing are paramount, this restaurant embodies the warmth and richness of Ethiopian culture.
With a menu featuring traditional dishes like Misir Wot, Kik Alicha, and Doro Tibs, Cafe Romanat offers a unique dining experience where flavors and aromas transport guests to the heart of Ethiopia. The family-style servings allow diners to savor a variety of meat and vegetable dishes, accompanied by the classic sourdough flatbread, Enjera.
Guests can also indulge in the authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, a ritual that involves roasting, grinding, and brewing coffee beans to perfection. Alongside the savory dishes, patrons can enjoy a selection of Ethiopian wines, beers, and refreshing beverages like homemade lemonade and organic pomegranate juice.
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4.5466 reviews
Victor G.
7/22/2025
Cafe Romanat has been here for over a decade+.decor is bricks & paint with a few pics & drawings on wall. Single server doubles as the chef. Greeted eventually upon entering. Ordered. Food came...
Erin K.
7/20/2025
My husband and I came on a Saturday at noon. It was pretty empty - just one other couple there. We waited by the door for close to 10 minutes before someone came out and told us to sit...
Ying Z.
3/31/2025
Great local spot for our group of five girl's night out dinner. We loved the combo options, we got one veggie for our vegetarian friends, and the meat shiro veggie combo for three. Injera was soft...
Isaac A.
9/24/2024
Very delicious food! Ordered the veggie combo (as pictured). Everything tasted really fresh, healthy, and packed with flavor. Also ordered the seed combo smoothie which was fine and my guess it...
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