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Trendy venue with traditional Ethiopian fare like lamb & kitfo, plus seating in a leafy courtyard.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1100 N First St suite c, San Jose, CA 95112
Phone: (408) 320-2620
Website: http://leyouethiopian.com/
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Reviews
Aishwarya Bammidi
I tried the Ethiopian cuisine for the first time and the food was excellent! We ordered vegetarian platter and the chickpea side was so delicious. Also the mushroom dish is amazing too!
Must try.
Also Debi was very kind and ensured that we had a great service.
… moreMust try.
Also Debi was very kind and ensured that we had a great service.
Jungeun
The collard greens were way too salty, and the dressing for the salad in the middle was quite salty as well—but it was bright and springy, so it did complement the stews nicely. The sega tibs were nice and chewy and very, very flavorful thanks to the seasonings. I rubbed my fork on the rosemary sprig before stabbing a piece of meat and putting it into my mouth, which actually helped to enhance the herbal and floral notes of the meat and worked great with the meatiness!
The kik alicha (split peas) were so savory, nutty, and earthy. The shiro (roasted chickpea flour) was slightly spicy and quite hearty and comforting. The okra had a very nice, tangible tomato flavor that blended amazingly with the earthy spices, and the texture was on point as well. Not too overcooked nor crunchy with the right amount of bite.
We did receive additional four 1/4-size pieces of injera on the side (so two 1/4-size pieces per person). I thought that when it came to compatibility with the injera, the stew dishes worked the best (so the kik alicha and shiro) just because they had something that the injera could soak up. But honestly, everything was really, really excellent (other than the salty collard greens) and tasted great either by itself or with another dish on the platter!
… moreThe kik alicha (split peas) were so savory, nutty, and earthy. The shiro (roasted chickpea flour) was slightly spicy and quite hearty and comforting. The okra had a very nice, tangible tomato flavor that blended amazingly with the earthy spices, and the texture was on point as well. Not too overcooked nor crunchy with the right amount of bite.
We did receive additional four 1/4-size pieces of injera on the side (so two 1/4-size pieces per person). I thought that when it came to compatibility with the injera, the stew dishes worked the best (so the kik alicha and shiro) just because they had something that the injera could soak up. But honestly, everything was really, really excellent (other than the salty collard greens) and tasted great either by itself or with another dish on the platter!
wayne tindall
We went for lunch. I told my son I wanted to try something different. He chose this restaurant. I’ve never had Ethiopian food before,so I was really excited to try it.
The lady who seated us was the owner. She asked if we ever had been here before. We said no, so she went over the menu with us . She recommended that we get the sampler plate. It comes with 2 proteins,and 6 vegetarian options.
We allowed her to pick what she thought we would like. We got some beef and fish for the proteins.
It is served on a big platter, family style.
We used our fingers to pick off the plate.
Everything tasted great. We chose the non spicy version. Maybe next time we might go the with the spicy .
They have many vegetarian options.
… moreThe lady who seated us was the owner. She asked if we ever had been here before. We said no, so she went over the menu with us . She recommended that we get the sampler plate. It comes with 2 proteins,and 6 vegetarian options.
We allowed her to pick what she thought we would like. We got some beef and fish for the proteins.
It is served on a big platter, family style.
We used our fingers to pick off the plate.
Everything tasted great. We chose the non spicy version. Maybe next time we might go the with the spicy .
They have many vegetarian options.
Nicola Bui
Very nice Ethiopian restaurant: the Michelin recommendation is well deserved. Or waiter helped us navigating the different options and we ended enjoying our dinner very much. Relaxed atmosphere and enjoyable, but not overwhelming music
… moreH T
Minimum $25/person.
Well-rounded dishes. Everything was solid.
Stuffed jalapeños were very spicy but so much more than the sum of it’s parts, it was vegetarian but for a sec I thought there was ceviche or something in it.
Kategna (toasted spiced injera) had paprika and came with yogurt with honey, lightly sweet and rich.
Stews were solid and not too salty. They ran out of fish, but chicken and especially beef were a tad dry.
The injera didn’t have too much of a taste, but also not too tangy and had a good texture.
Probably best nicer Ethiopian resturant around.
… moreWell-rounded dishes. Everything was solid.
Stuffed jalapeños were very spicy but so much more than the sum of it’s parts, it was vegetarian but for a sec I thought there was ceviche or something in it.
Kategna (toasted spiced injera) had paprika and came with yogurt with honey, lightly sweet and rich.
Stews were solid and not too salty. They ran out of fish, but chicken and especially beef were a tad dry.
The injera didn’t have too much of a taste, but also not too tangy and had a good texture.
Probably best nicer Ethiopian resturant around.
Jason Wood
The food here was absolutely phenomenal. The menu is creative and unique, offering dishes you don’t see everywhere, and each plate was beautifully presented. I tried the stuffed jalapeño and the crispy injera, and both were full of flavor and perfectly executed—every bite felt thoughtfully prepared.
The service matched the quality of the food. The staff were incredibly polite, patient, and took the time to explain each dish in detail, which made the experience even more enjoyable, especially for someone trying new flavors. Their attentiveness and warmth added a personal touch that really stood out.
Overall, it was a dining experience I won’t forget. From the inventive menu to the excellent service, everything came together perfectly. I’m already looking forward to my next visit to try more of their unique offerings. This is definitely a place worth returning to again and again.
… moreThe service matched the quality of the food. The staff were incredibly polite, patient, and took the time to explain each dish in detail, which made the experience even more enjoyable, especially for someone trying new flavors. Their attentiveness and warmth added a personal touch that really stood out.
Overall, it was a dining experience I won’t forget. From the inventive menu to the excellent service, everything came together perfectly. I’m already looking forward to my next visit to try more of their unique offerings. This is definitely a place worth returning to again and again.
Melvina Lu
This is my first time trying Ethiopian food and the waitress was very kind and patient with us, answering any questions we may have. She recommended the LeYou special, which allows you try a little bit of everything. I think it’s a great introduction to the menu if you don’t know what to order. We also got the eggplant dip. They use fresh food ingredients and the flavors are amazing. The food presentation is beautiful. The asa wot was my favorite dish by far, so I’ll be ordering that the next time I go.
… moreMadu F
Very nice experience. The owner is amazing very friendly. Super clean. Loved their cardamom tea, and injera bread. Wish them all the best.
… moreJennifer Prince
The food is incredible! I got the LeYou Special to share at the table, and I felt it was very reasonably priced for the amount of food. And tasty! Also, the ambience is lovely, with the art and decor. Debbie was an especially wonderful server who helped us decided what to eat and made sure we had a good experience. Will definitely be back!
… moreCassandra Fike-Hanley
I’d never had Ethiopian food before, but I highly recommend Le You! Went with a few coworkers and we had a blast. The wine was amazing, food was to die for, and desserts were *chef’s kiss*
Our server Debbie was so nice and helpful. Prices were reasonable, the ambiance was a major bonus as well. Highly recommend checking this place out to see for yourself! I’ll be coming back and telling my friends
… moreOur server Debbie was so nice and helpful. Prices were reasonable, the ambiance was a major bonus as well. Highly recommend checking this place out to see for yourself! I’ll be coming back and telling my friends