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If you have never eaten Ethiopian Food you are about to embark on a flavorful adventure, full of wonderful and rich aromas and tastes! Here in the Sherwood Forest plaza located quaintly tucked in the center you will find history, culture, and of course amazing cuisine.
Mellow eatery featuring exotic Ethiopian fare at standard or traditional woven tables.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 11001 N 56th St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Phone: (813) 872-6000
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: ethiopianrestauranttampa.com
Order: Order online
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Reviews
Sneha Rao
Brilliant!!!
My first time experiencing Ethiopian food and we couldn’t have picked a better place!!! The food was obviously the star, but the hospitality elevated the entire experience to a whole other level!! Loved it!!!
With the warmest of welcome, our host Seble showed us to our reserved table. She walked us through the menu, lively conversations and promised to serve us food that we will definitely love! That confidence and the pride with which Seble served us the food, she won us over with just that!! We enjoyed the food thoroughly and wiped our plate clean. The joy of seeing our empty plate and her victory dance was the highlight of our night!!! What an amazing experience!!! Thank you Seble, you’ve set the bar really high now
We opted for the Queen’s 8 platter course and Seble connected the dots and realized that our Indian palate appreciates a higher level of spice and paid special attention to it. While we enjoyed the honey wine and some Ethiopian beers, the kitchen prepared our special platter and we enjoyed every last bite of the delicious plate of food served to us with extra helpings of the soft injera.
The chicken, lamb and beef were scrumptious! The lentils and veggies were equally delicious What a treat!!
Highly recommend this restaurant, the experience & we cannot wait to eat at Queen of Sheba again!
… moreMy first time experiencing Ethiopian food and we couldn’t have picked a better place!!! The food was obviously the star, but the hospitality elevated the entire experience to a whole other level!! Loved it!!!
With the warmest of welcome, our host Seble showed us to our reserved table. She walked us through the menu, lively conversations and promised to serve us food that we will definitely love! That confidence and the pride with which Seble served us the food, she won us over with just that!! We enjoyed the food thoroughly and wiped our plate clean. The joy of seeing our empty plate and her victory dance was the highlight of our night!!! What an amazing experience!!! Thank you Seble, you’ve set the bar really high now
We opted for the Queen’s 8 platter course and Seble connected the dots and realized that our Indian palate appreciates a higher level of spice and paid special attention to it. While we enjoyed the honey wine and some Ethiopian beers, the kitchen prepared our special platter and we enjoyed every last bite of the delicious plate of food served to us with extra helpings of the soft injera.
The chicken, lamb and beef were scrumptious! The lentils and veggies were equally delicious What a treat!!
Highly recommend this restaurant, the experience & we cannot wait to eat at Queen of Sheba again!
Erica barshay
Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. Amazing staff, welcoming atmosphere, and the food was out-of-this-world delicious — everything came out hot, fresh, and perfectly seasoned.
This was our second time ever having Ethiopian food, but our first time at this restaurant, and it completely exceeded expectations. We drove over an hour to get here since we don’t have an Ethiopian restaurant near us — and it was 100% worth the drive. We will definitely be back.
We ordered two family-style platters for a family of six and there were zero leftovers — every bite was that good. We also had the tomato, onion, and jalapeño salad along with a few appetizers, and everything was absolutely delicious.
If you’re thinking about trying Ethiopian food or already love it, this place is a must-visit. Worth the drive, worth the hype, and an unforgettable meal. ️
… moreThis was our second time ever having Ethiopian food, but our first time at this restaurant, and it completely exceeded expectations. We drove over an hour to get here since we don’t have an Ethiopian restaurant near us — and it was 100% worth the drive. We will definitely be back.
We ordered two family-style platters for a family of six and there were zero leftovers — every bite was that good. We also had the tomato, onion, and jalapeño salad along with a few appetizers, and everything was absolutely delicious.
If you’re thinking about trying Ethiopian food or already love it, this place is a must-visit. Worth the drive, worth the hype, and an unforgettable meal. ️
Cam
This is the appetizer for 2, and mixed platter for 1 and it’s huge! Everything was tasty and different than I’m used to, in a good way! The bread it comes with is similar to a sourdough taste, and the lady that works there explained the process of how they make, it’s a lot of steps and it’s gut-healthy! Very nice decor and staff, would recommend to try
… moreMichelle Ludwig-Rollins
Very authentic food. Portions were good for the prices. Menu is pretty basic and has all the staple Ethiopian dishes. Service was okay. Very quiet restaurant that would be good for a couples date.
… moreGabriela Echeverry
I loved this place, felt right at home , met the owner and she was the sweetest person ever, the food was delicious!
She also invited me to have the Coffee ceremony with her and her friends, we talked about life and built a great connection!
Definitely going back again.
… moreShe also invited me to have the Coffee ceremony with her and her friends, we talked about life and built a great connection!
Definitely going back again.
Dragos Gheorghe
Very good flavors that go together well. Appetizers were super tasty. Honey wine was delicious and the doro wat was cooked just right. Would return here
… moreSharda Rambarran
The portion size is great, you get a sample of 6 things and you can same some for later like I did. The food tasted great and next time I’ll try spicy (had dental work done and had to avoid spice this round) love that it’s next to the Arabic ice cream place .
… moreMichelle Knight
Delicious Ethiopian food at Queen of Sheba. We ordered the sampler and several berbere-based dishes, everything was full of flavor without feeling heavy. The injera bread was fresh and perfect for scooping up all the sauces. Ethiopian food is seriously underrated, so good and surprisingly healthy. We will definitely be back.
… moreNicole Virgo
We already started off on the wrong foot. Upon arrival, there was no one to greet us at the door, so we seated ourselves at a five-person table in a more private area, as we were a group of three women with purses. We were then asked to move “in case a larger party arrives.” Out of courtesy, we moved to a nearby table that was more out in the open and less comfortable. I had to ask for an extra chair for our bags, and it was wobbly—just like the table and the other chairs around us.
As we waited to be served, we watched another party of two women come in and seat themselves at a similar table without issue. They were given menus promptly and weren’t asked to move. Eventually, they relocated themselves to a smaller table—but the difference in treatment was noticeable.
We ordered sweet iced tea and were served hot tea instead. When we asked for the correct order, the replacement tea still wasn’t sweet. I asked for water instead, but it was never brought to the table. Throughout the visit, the staff did not seem particularly friendly or attentive.
What stood out even more was that the waiter explained the food selections in detail to most other tables—but when it came to our “chef’s choice” items, we had to ask for clarification ourselves. It felt like we were consistently overlooked, and that definitely impacted the overall experience. To top it off, when it came time to pay, the waiter had already preselected a higher tip amount—so double-check your bill before finalizing your payment.
That said, the atmosphere was quaint and charming—this spot has potential, and it was still worth the visit for a new experience. I just hope the service and consistency improve in the future.
… moreAs we waited to be served, we watched another party of two women come in and seat themselves at a similar table without issue. They were given menus promptly and weren’t asked to move. Eventually, they relocated themselves to a smaller table—but the difference in treatment was noticeable.
We ordered sweet iced tea and were served hot tea instead. When we asked for the correct order, the replacement tea still wasn’t sweet. I asked for water instead, but it was never brought to the table. Throughout the visit, the staff did not seem particularly friendly or attentive.
What stood out even more was that the waiter explained the food selections in detail to most other tables—but when it came to our “chef’s choice” items, we had to ask for clarification ourselves. It felt like we were consistently overlooked, and that definitely impacted the overall experience. To top it off, when it came time to pay, the waiter had already preselected a higher tip amount—so double-check your bill before finalizing your payment.
That said, the atmosphere was quaint and charming—this spot has potential, and it was still worth the visit for a new experience. I just hope the service and consistency improve in the future.
Ramya Priya
Queen of Sheeba Ethiopian Restaurant – Tampa, FL
I visited this restaurant in Tampa and clearly ordered a vegetarian plate, explicitly stating that I am a strict/pure vegetarian. Despite this, I was served beef in the dish, Sambusa veggie plater
This is not a minor mistake for someone with dietary and personal restrictions. Serving meat after confirming a vegetarian order shows a serious lapse in food handling, communication, and accuracy. I stopped eating immediately once I realized the issue.
Restaurants offering vegetarian options have a responsibility to ensure orders are prepared and served correctly, especially when customers clearly communicate their restrictions. This experience was disappointing and concerning.
I am posting this review so other vegetarians can be cautious and so the restaurant can improve its practices going forward.
… moreI visited this restaurant in Tampa and clearly ordered a vegetarian plate, explicitly stating that I am a strict/pure vegetarian. Despite this, I was served beef in the dish, Sambusa veggie plater
This is not a minor mistake for someone with dietary and personal restrictions. Serving meat after confirming a vegetarian order shows a serious lapse in food handling, communication, and accuracy. I stopped eating immediately once I realized the issue.
Restaurants offering vegetarian options have a responsibility to ensure orders are prepared and served correctly, especially when customers clearly communicate their restrictions. This experience was disappointing and concerning.
I am posting this review so other vegetarians can be cautious and so the restaurant can improve its practices going forward.