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Abyssinian Ethiopian restaurant is here to serve you delectable food from the unique and ancient traditional cuisine of Ethiopia and Eritra. At Abyssinian, we celebrate gursha the act of sharing while breaking some injera and eating from a common platter symbolizing Family, frinedship and community. Ethiopian cuisine is built on superfoods like teff (the gluten free grain used for our fluffy injera), protein rich lentils, antioxidant packed spices and slow simmered stews. Each dish is crafted to nourish body & soul. Our coffee ceremony, performed table side on request, roasts heirloom beans to fill the room with an unforgettable aroma. Join us for a journey through history, spice and warmth – right here in Middletown Connecticut.
Ethiopian eats (with gluten-free & vegan options) served in a casual storefront cafe with a patio.
Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 12–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
| Friday | 12–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 100 Main St suite d, Middletown, CT 06457
Phone: (860) 807-3798
Website: https://abyssinianfood.com/
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Reviews
Chris Chhoeun
Amazing spot in Middletown! We got the platter Sambusa appetizer with chicken, and the #15 Abyssinian Platter. It was so much food for two people! I loved the spices and the flavors. The woman was very friendly. GREAT date spot. Can’t wait to visit again!
… moreAriel Keen
AMAZING Ethiopian food. The food came out so quickly and was so flavorful! The service was amazing too; they were so sweet. You have to come here!!!
… moreKyle Peterson
My family and I visited Abyssinian Ethiopian Restaurant in Middletown, CT, looking for a unique experience, and it truly exceeded our expectations in every way from the quality of the food to the service and overall atmosphere. The food was exceptional and generously portioned, especially the Doro Wot and Awaze Tibs. The service was warm and attentive and the traditional coffee ceremony added a memorable cultural touch. The only thing missing was the traditional honey wine, which we had hoped to try. The restaurant is under new management and they mentioned they’re in the process of obtaining a liquor license. Highly recommend this place to anyone trying Ethiopian cuisine for the first time.
… moremargaret radman
It’s little wonder no reservation is needed at Abyssinian Ethiopian Restaurant on Main Street in Middletown and unlikely anyone who eats there would ever return.
As the saying goes, curiosity killed the cat – or the unsuspecting consumer who is brave enough to venture into uncharted restaurant territory.
The small, chicken coop sized space is over lit, probably to ensure that patrons don’t linger, but there’s no worries here.
Being the only customers in the establishment, the isolation, and suspicions began to settle in: why is the place empty?
It didn’t take long to figure that out, beginning with the before dinner aperitif, a standard glass of what is called white wine, that has a decidedly amber color, raising fears of “what is it?” Tasting the suspect liquid confirmed all fears, once again begging the question, “what is it?”
Moving on to dinner, the small portion of a poultry menu item didn’t matter because no one would want to eat much – if any – of it anyway. The cubed chicken in a nondescript sauce had a decidedly gamey taste, otherwise known as yesterday’s, or the day before yesterday’s leftover bird.
My dining companion’s dish was no better, with the beef being notably chewy, accompanied by a tablespoon or two of a lentil concoction that was the “side.” Both dishes came with a rolled up, peculiar looking and surprisingly tasteless item that resembled a dirty sock. It’s called Injera. Again, the small portion is no problem here.
For sure, no doggie bags will be needed.
Though there are a couple losers along the Main Street stretch, by and large Abyssinian Ethiopia is an anomy among the many fine restaurants in downtown Middletown.
In all fairness, maybe the vegetarian entrees are a better choice on the menu, but with price tags of around $30, that’s a gamble. It could also be that other Ethiopian restaurants do a better than this one, or maybe they were just having a bad day.
But in a country whose sustenance comes from whatever they can get from the UN, Red Cross, and similar donors, it’s no surprise that Ethiopia doesn’t excel in the culinary area.
It’s a shame they occupy that prime real estate and mystifying how they have managed to stay open for this long.
Hopefully they will find the sense to move over and allow someone else to take the reins to provide high quality cuisine that local patrons expect and deserve.
… moreAs the saying goes, curiosity killed the cat – or the unsuspecting consumer who is brave enough to venture into uncharted restaurant territory.
The small, chicken coop sized space is over lit, probably to ensure that patrons don’t linger, but there’s no worries here.
Being the only customers in the establishment, the isolation, and suspicions began to settle in: why is the place empty?
It didn’t take long to figure that out, beginning with the before dinner aperitif, a standard glass of what is called white wine, that has a decidedly amber color, raising fears of “what is it?” Tasting the suspect liquid confirmed all fears, once again begging the question, “what is it?”
Moving on to dinner, the small portion of a poultry menu item didn’t matter because no one would want to eat much – if any – of it anyway. The cubed chicken in a nondescript sauce had a decidedly gamey taste, otherwise known as yesterday’s, or the day before yesterday’s leftover bird.
My dining companion’s dish was no better, with the beef being notably chewy, accompanied by a tablespoon or two of a lentil concoction that was the “side.” Both dishes came with a rolled up, peculiar looking and surprisingly tasteless item that resembled a dirty sock. It’s called Injera. Again, the small portion is no problem here.
For sure, no doggie bags will be needed.
Though there are a couple losers along the Main Street stretch, by and large Abyssinian Ethiopia is an anomy among the many fine restaurants in downtown Middletown.
In all fairness, maybe the vegetarian entrees are a better choice on the menu, but with price tags of around $30, that’s a gamble. It could also be that other Ethiopian restaurants do a better than this one, or maybe they were just having a bad day.
But in a country whose sustenance comes from whatever they can get from the UN, Red Cross, and similar donors, it’s no surprise that Ethiopia doesn’t excel in the culinary area.
It’s a shame they occupy that prime real estate and mystifying how they have managed to stay open for this long.
Hopefully they will find the sense to move over and allow someone else to take the reins to provide high quality cuisine that local patrons expect and deserve.
Magnus Wu
Was craving Ethiopian food and found this gem. They were short staffed but the wait was totally worth it. The doro wat was amazing. Highly recommend this place.
Decided to come here again for my final meal being in this area. This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the Hartford area. Flavors are delectable. Try the honey wine too… so good.
… moreDecided to come here again for my final meal being in this area. This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in the Hartford area. Flavors are delectable. Try the honey wine too… so good.
Adrianna Welsh
Me and my fiancé were looking for places to eat and we’ve never had Ethiopian food before but we enjoy trying new things so we gave it a shot. It was the best choice we’ve made for a meal in a longgg time. So much flavor, it literally tasted like someone’s mom made it in their kitchen with love. When they brought it out, they explained to us how to properly eat everything as well. We’ll be back next week this meal healed our souls after a long work week.
… moreGeraldine Vega Pizarro
We had a great time. The staff is very attentive and friendly. We order different appetizers, entrees and dessert. Our group loved all the food. Everything was delicious. I only took one picture of the basmati rice and chicken. I highly recommend this restaurant.
… moreRZJ
The food is so good, and they are so friendly. All delicious, and all gluten free. (Except perhaps for the baklava, which we didn’t eat). I’ve never had Ethiopian food before, and I will definitely go back. I had chicken. My friend had salmon. Everything is cooked fresh, so they can adjust the spice levels to your preference.
The injera was delicious!
… moreThe injera was delicious!
Tamara Shorr
We stopped for dinner on the way home from a very long weekend and sat outside on the patio with our 140 pound dog, The owner immediately greeted us and welcomed us. We started with a falafel salad that was delicious and im super picky as my family is middle eastern and spoiled me with falafel growing up. We then shared two chicken dishes that were fresh and flavorful and super healthy. I cant wait to go back when they get their liquor license to try some Ethopian wine which I hear is delicious.
… moreJulia Mitchell
If I could give 10 stars I would! I was visiting Middletown for a conference and had planned to eat at Abyssinian my last night. I neglected to check what days they are closed – and it happened to be Mondays, the day I ventured down for a meal. It was a lovely evening and I was ready to eat! The owner was outside planting his flower boxes. I was surprised not to see anyone sitting at the tables. Sadly, he said they were closed. We started chatting and I shared my disappointment and prepared to look for an alternative option. He then went inside where the chef was prepping food for the next day. He soon returned with a full plate of food for me. The most delicious and satisfying meal. He was wonderful company during my meal and told me all about his hometown and the history of Ethiopia! What a delight this experience was.
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