Cafe Romanat is an Ethiopian restaurant and bar in Oakland serving traditional Ethiopian dishes made with fresh ingredients and house-blended spices. Our menu features classic injera platters, slow-simmered stews, flavorful vegetarian options, and shareable meals designed for the table. We also offer a curated cocktail program inspired by Ethiopian flavors, along with beer and wine. Cafe Romanat is a welcoming space for casual dinners, group gatherings, and takeout, celebrating the richness of Ethiopian food and hospitality.
Storefront nook with creative decor dishing out classic African plates with some veggie options.
Hours
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 462 Santa Clara Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
Phone: (510) 444-1800
Website: https://www.cafe-romanat.com/
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In a stretch of Oakland that teems with Ethiopian restaurants, Café Romanat is a standout, thanks to its deliciously spiced dishes served in generous portions.
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Reviews
J Ericksen
I ordered only the vegetarian dishes at Cafe Romanat, and everything was excellent. The flavors were rich and comforting, and each stew tasted fresh and well seasoned. The injera was exceptional. Soft, tender, and perfectly tangy, it really made the meal. Service was warm and attentive. The space itself is modest and a bit worn, but the food and hospitality easily make up for it. A great spot for authentic Ethiopian cuisine.
… moreFebs
Had the honor of checking out Cafe Romanat over the weekend, and it was such an experience! As soon as you walk in, the owner Adey greets you, & makes you feel like home! It doesn’t feel like you’re stepping into a restaurant, but like a family home! Great, attentive service, along with amazing drinks, & food! To anyone who would love to try traditional Ethiopian cuisine, with a side of great service, & drinks, check out this place! You’ll be telling all your friends and family to stop by for a bite to eat!
… moreHannah Montroy
Great food and service. My family and I loved it. Their Injera is nice and fluffy and the Doro Wat was my favorite but both veggie and meat dishes there were great.
… moreLauren Phillips
Had a fantastic meal at Cafe Romanat! My friend and I enjoyed the sambussa and the veggie and meat shiro combo. The staff were lovely and the food was delicious! I’ve been curious about this spot for years and I’m so glad I finally tried it. This is now my go to Ethiopian spot in Oakland. Can’t wait to go back!
… moreNaji
Undefeated in East Bay, this place is always delicious, the service always friendly and the atmosphere calming and warm.
I highly recommend the veggie and meat combo with doro derek tibs! And a super seed smoothie!
… moreI highly recommend the veggie and meat combo with doro derek tibs! And a super seed smoothie!
K
Service was great! The food was SO good. I don’t know what is in that hummus but it is the best we’ve ever had. The spiced tea was nice and warm and loved the cozy lighting inside.
… moreFarhan B
The people who run this place don’t sell food, they provide medicine nurtured with love. You can feel the kind love energy when you walk into this place. And the huge glass windows for ample people watching is such a plus. What a beautiful life we get to live. Blessings and abundance to all!
P.S. don’t freaking forget to get the sesame, flax, and sunflower smoothie! OMG, medicine never tasted so good and refreshing after spending time in the sun, honey bun!
… moreP.S. don’t freaking forget to get the sesame, flax, and sunflower smoothie! OMG, medicine never tasted so good and refreshing after spending time in the sun, honey bun!
Daniel W
I ordered seven injera and waited for almost 30 minutes while the order status showed “preparing order.” Since the wait was unusually long, I called the restaurant and spoke to a man around 7:26 p.m. today (November 7, 2025). He assured me that the order was ready and that they were just waiting for the driver to pick it up.
However, about 10 minutes later, when the driver arrived and asked for the order, they told her the item was out of stock. The same man who earlier told me it was ready then said, “Sorry, the item is out of stock because we were busy.” Clearly, they had my injera packed and decided to sell it to other customers who came in afterward.
To make matters worse, they refused to cancel the order themselves and asked me to cancel it so they wouldn’t have to pay the cancellation fee. That’s completely irresponsible. When I contacted Uber support, I was told that I would be charged a cancellation fee even though the situation was entirely the restaurant’s fault.
Because of this, my family’s dinner was ruined. After preparing our wot, we had to order other food instead.
I will never buy anything from Café Romanat again. Honesty matters. Imagine selling an order that was already placed and confirmed, after keeping a customer waiting for nearly an hour. We would have ordered from another Ethiopian restaurant, but they were the only ones offering gluten-free injera. Lesson learned.
If you try to get this comment removed, I’ll provide every text message, receipt, chat with the drivers, etc. to Google.
… moreHowever, about 10 minutes later, when the driver arrived and asked for the order, they told her the item was out of stock. The same man who earlier told me it was ready then said, “Sorry, the item is out of stock because we were busy.” Clearly, they had my injera packed and decided to sell it to other customers who came in afterward.
To make matters worse, they refused to cancel the order themselves and asked me to cancel it so they wouldn’t have to pay the cancellation fee. That’s completely irresponsible. When I contacted Uber support, I was told that I would be charged a cancellation fee even though the situation was entirely the restaurant’s fault.
Because of this, my family’s dinner was ruined. After preparing our wot, we had to order other food instead.
I will never buy anything from Café Romanat again. Honesty matters. Imagine selling an order that was already placed and confirmed, after keeping a customer waiting for nearly an hour. We would have ordered from another Ethiopian restaurant, but they were the only ones offering gluten-free injera. Lesson learned.
If you try to get this comment removed, I’ll provide every text message, receipt, chat with the drivers, etc. to Google.
J K
I wasn’t previously familiar with the Ethiopian game, but that lamb hit me so deep down in my soul I wanted to cry easy five stars
… moreJenny McGuckin
Stopped in for an early dinner on a Tuesday evening. We had the honey wine, salad appetizer and meat and veggie combo entree. Loved the beef gomen and greens. The also have gluten free injera upon request 🙂
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