

Quaint restaurant with a homey feel serving traditional Ethiopian cuisine with injera bread.
Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Monday | 5–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2514 Bayou Rd, New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone: (504) 218-5321
Website: https://www.addisnola.com/
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The food and service were every bit as great as I’d hoped, and the decor was absolutely stunning. If I had unlimited funds, I’d happily pay any price for whoever decorated this restaurant to do something similar with my house.
That being said, the decor does not overshadow the food and beverage. I had the veggie combo, tej, and Amina cocktail. The veggie combo was hearty while being very light on oil—a welcome departure from yesterday’s meat heavy hedonistic foodventure. The collard greens and beets are the stars of this platter.
I have eaten a lot of Ethiopian food in various cities over the years, but this was my first time trying tej. I found it to be much smoother than mead. And the Amina cocktail was my “dessert”. I was over the moon to find it garnished with a nasturtium flower because I LOVE to eat them! Next time, I’ll ask for more nasturtiums on the side; I’ll happily pay extra if required.
I’m looking forward to many more visits!
We started with the Hibiscus Pineapple Mocktails non-alcoholic, vibrant, and layered with flavors that kept us guessing. I sipped, paused, then sipped again, trying to pinpoint the delicious tickle on my tongue. My husband joined in, and together we played culinary detectives, but neither of us could place it. Finally, curiosity won and we asked our server, who was exceptional throughout the evening. With his easy Louisiana drawl, he revealed the secret: cinnamon. I was shocked, because cinnamon is not usually a favorite of mine yet here it was, transforming the drink into something utterly refreshing and addictive.
The Addis Salad was simplicity at its best fresh, crisp, and balanced with a light vinaigrette. Then came the Awaze Chicken Wings, seasoned just right, with sauce on the side for my husband. I, on the other hand, went all in. Dip after dip, each bite was a burst of slightly sweet with spice and flavor that demanded another.
The undeniable highlight was the Whole Fried Red Snapper. I’ve never had anything quite like it. The fish was fried to crispy perfection, its skin crackling with every bite while the inside remained tender and flaky. The seasoning mysterious, aromatic, perfectly balanced permeated every layer. And let me not forget the kosher salt fried right into the skin. Crispy. Crunchy. Perfectly salted. If food could make you hum, this was it.
After indulging, we lingered to chat with our server, who shared the story of Addis Nola and its family roots. That impromptu history lesson deepened the experience suddenly the food wasn’t just delicious, it was personal. We even took photos together, and before leaving, my husband purchased an Addis House hat to take a piece of the evening home with us.
Addis Nola isn’t just about Ethiopian cuisine it’s about connection, culture, and comfort. The food was incredible, yes, but what lingered long after was the warmth of the people and the joy of the experience. We left full, smiling, and already planning our return.
Rating: 5/5 – A must-visit for anyone who wants more than a meal, but a memory.
The honey wine was unique, but tasty! We will be back!
The hot tea is delicious with ginger, honey, cinnamon and cardamom. I would definitely come back.
Everything was excellent! I highly recommend
Now for what you really care about, the food. There is not a single menu item I could improve if I tried. For appetizers, the Awaze Chicken Wings were fantastic, the glaze was flavorful and subtly sweet in a way that heavily complimented the smoky flavor of the chicken itself. The Egusi Empanadas are one of the most flavorful things I’ve tried in my entire life. The melty flavor of the egusi was a perfect contrast to the fried shell it was in, and the mint sauce (think of what you get with a pakora appetizer at an Indian restaurant) tied it all together. The Lamb Wot entree was a spiritual experience for me. Slow roasted for twenty hours in what’s essentially an onion stew, the remarkably tender lamb is flavorful all the way through and a perfect pairing with the subtly spiced rice it’s served with. I do not mean this lightly when I say that this restaurant as a 10/10, from the food to the service to the ambiance, everything about this meal was as perfect as you could ask for.