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We serve delicious food made from only the freshest ingredients—including produce purchased daily, and the finest imported grains and spices, all chosen organic when possible. Our regular and gluten-free injera (Ethiopian flat bread) is made in the traditional 2-day method, free from quick rising agents and processed ingredients. This provides a superior flavor and texture. You will taste the difference. And because our guests deserve the best, all orders are cooked immediately when ordering—ensuring that your meal is served with all of its richest flavors.
Cozy & colorful restaurant serving Ethiopian specialties for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2715 E Cherry St B, Seattle, WA 98122
Phone: (206) 328-0404
Website: https://www.cafeselam.com/
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Amaya Salazar
We have tried multiple Ethiopian restaurants in Seattle and we have given up trying to find a better place. Amazing hole in the wall. For two people, order the veggie combo and the meat combo and have them put both on one plate to share. It’s more than enough food. They are not afraid of flavor or spice here.
… morePriyanka Lele
Cafe Selam, hidden tiny restaurant tucked along the street. Yummy food, great service but definitely needs working on the ambience.
The vegetarian combination injera with lentils, cabbage, spinach, spices was an absolute delicacy! (Shiro wat, mesir wat, alicha miser, salad and spinach)
The Lamb (Special Tibbs) served with salad and chilli paste wasn’t so special. The stir fry was a bit dry.
The injera was soft, fluffy, spongy and went so well with the entire flare!
The interiors are a bit down unless you are seated out, where you can find grape vines! And breezy Seattle weather adds to the ambience. There’s one restroom for the customers and a separate one for staff (both not so great in condition!) Portion size is massive – two dishes easily gobbled by 4.
Street parking available, you’ll have to hunt for a spot. Can be found though within the neighborhood.
… moreThe vegetarian combination injera with lentils, cabbage, spinach, spices was an absolute delicacy! (Shiro wat, mesir wat, alicha miser, salad and spinach)
The Lamb (Special Tibbs) served with salad and chilli paste wasn’t so special. The stir fry was a bit dry.
The injera was soft, fluffy, spongy and went so well with the entire flare!
The interiors are a bit down unless you are seated out, where you can find grape vines! And breezy Seattle weather adds to the ambience. There’s one restroom for the customers and a separate one for staff (both not so great in condition!) Portion size is massive – two dishes easily gobbled by 4.
Street parking available, you’ll have to hunt for a spot. Can be found though within the neighborhood.
Nathan Keyes
I had the Foul with an extra egg (breakfast dish). Really delicious, and more than I could finish. The bread was light and fluffy with a perfectly crunchy crust. So good! I look forward to coming back for lunch or dinner. As for its atmosphere, hey, it’s just a little small business and so one’s expectations should not be on the atmosphere. That said, I found it to be homey and inviting in its own way. Highly recommend.
… moreShivani Vaza
Very flavorful food. My first time eating Ethiopian food and I’ll definitely come back. Prices are reasonable too.
… moreCasey T
First time trying Ethiopian food and was not disappointed! The meat and sauces were very tasty and the portion sizes were generous, everyone was stuffed by the end! The Ingera was very good and they also offer a gluten free version.
Inside and outside seating is available. Service was a bit slow, but there was only one waitress working, and the food was definitely worth the wait. Highly recommend giving this place a try!
… moreInside and outside seating is available. Service was a bit slow, but there was only one waitress working, and the food was definitely worth the wait. Highly recommend giving this place a try!
Pragati Reddy
We were here for a casual Sunday brunch and the wait is insane! We waited for 55 mins for our order (just 4 dishes) and we clearly asked for appetizers first and all the food came at once and it felt like we were just sitting and doing nothing. For the hype this place has, it’s just not worth it. I have been to other Ethiopian restaurants in the area and they were really better even in terms of food. We waited thinking the food would make up for the long wait.
We got the 2 lamb dishes, the Fir Fir and the chicken dish. Only the Fir Fir was good, the other 3 were not thay good at all.
We had to ask for forks thrice and still didn’t get it on time.
If you like Ethiopian food or want to try, not this place please. Hence 1 star.
… moreWe got the 2 lamb dishes, the Fir Fir and the chicken dish. Only the Fir Fir was good, the other 3 were not thay good at all.
We had to ask for forks thrice and still didn’t get it on time.
If you like Ethiopian food or want to try, not this place please. Hence 1 star.
Tee Jones
I have been here twice and both times the food has been immaculate! Delicious My fav is the red lentils they are spicy! Order anything it’s all delicious! Plus the staff is friendly and they play nice music
… moreChar Lopez
Café Selam is hands down my favorite Ethiopian restaurant in Seattle—and I’ve tried at least 20! What keeps me coming back after 10 years is the authenticity. They don’t “Americanize” the food or dull down the flavors. Every dish is bold, rich, and made with care—just the way it should be.
The injera is always fresh, the spices are perfectly layered, and the portions are generous. I order the Meat Combo and it always hits the spot.
And then there’s Amy. Her charm is a huge part of what makes this place special. She makes you feel like family every time you walk in and she even gives me bones for my dogs.
If you’re looking for real Ethiopian food that stays true to its roots, Café Selam is it.
… moreThe injera is always fresh, the spices are perfectly layered, and the portions are generous. I order the Meat Combo and it always hits the spot.
And then there’s Amy. Her charm is a huge part of what makes this place special. She makes you feel like family every time you walk in and she even gives me bones for my dogs.
If you’re looking for real Ethiopian food that stays true to its roots, Café Selam is it.
Siu Dau
I love Cafe Selam and have been here 10+ times in this past year. I usually get the meat combo to share between two people. The food is consistently delicious, comes out piping hot, and comes with generous portions. Some of the best Ethiopian food I’ve ever had! They do get busy, so plan for waiting time if you come during peak dinner or weekend hours.
… moreAsh Soanes
Fantastic Ethiopian food! We’ve eaten at a fair number of different Ethiopian restaurants in Canada and the USA and Cafe Selam ranks near the very top in terms of the food. Both the vegetarian and non-veg platters were bursting with flavour, and was served within minutes of ordering. The quantities were generous and very reasonably priced. Be advised the furnishings are simple and the cafe is quite small.
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