Addis Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant

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4.0 rating over 5 reviews

544 Tremont St ()

Boston, MA 02116-6301

(617) 426-8727

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Description: Addis Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant is a African, Ethiopian, and Seafood restaurant where most Menuism users came for fun with friends, paid between $10 and $25, and tipped more than 18%.
Tags: African, Ethiopian, Takeout, Seafood, American, South End, Delivery, Wine Served, Notable Wine List, and Liquor Served
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  • 4 dishes entered by diners at Addis Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant
  • 1 user loves Addis Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant
Tips:
  • You'll be tempted to try appetizers like Sambusas, a lentil-filled fried pastry, but don't overdo it before your entree. The giant pieces of bread on which the meals are served, not to mention extra bread for dipping, will fill you up.
  • With many nearby students drawn to inexpensive "ethnic" cuisine, it can be hard to grab a table during busy dinner rushes. The bar should probably be wide open, and you'll have a little more room to spread out.
  • You weren't really going to drink Amstel Light at an Ethiopian restaurant, were you? Try the light, crisp Ethiopian Pilsner instead.

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  • 5 reviews
  • First reviewed by MoMoney
Addis Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant

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When can I go again?

I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. The food and wine were outstanding; the service was quick and friendly. What more do you need?

All right. Yes, for a review, you need more.

This was my first venture with Ethiopian food, and it certainly did not disappoint. I had heard good things from friends and colleagues, but had never gotten around to trying any. I brought two friends with me, and we had a wonderful time.

Ethiopian food is eaten with your hands, utilizing a spongy bread as a utensil. This is perfect for this type of food, as the juices, spices and sauces soak into the bread, as well as providing a way to get the food from the plate to your mouth.

The staff was friendly, and happy to explain any dishes on the menu, or to bring more of the spongy bread.

The best way to experience this restaurant is to go with a couple of people, that way you can be sure to sample a little of everything. Be careful who you choose, though. The food is so delicious, you may see sides of your friends you never thought you would!

If I have to balance this review a little, I’d have to say I found the table and chairs somewhat lacking in stability. I am rather like a bull in a china shop, however, so this should be taken with a grain of salt. It is also a small price to pay for such an incredible experience.

Dishes I tried:

Ayib Begomen

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Cottage cheese with spices and spinach / collard greens. Delicious. Not too spicy for someone who doesn’t like spicy foods.

Addis Red Sea Special Combo

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For two.

“Doro Wot, Doro Alcha, Lega Tibs, Zenge (Exotic Beef Stew), House Salad and Gomen Wot.”

(Doro Wot — “Tender chicken marinated in lemon sautéed with butter, stewed in a red pepper sauce.”

(Lega Tibs — “Lamb chunks sautéed in oil seasoned with onions, green peppers, rosemary and black pepper.”)

(Gomen Wot — “Chopped collard greens cooked in herbed oil with onions, green pepper and garlic.”)

This is possibly the best way to be able to taste the most amount of food — a combination platter. Fresh ingredients, wonderfully seasoned and spiced — A+.

Kitfo

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“Ethiopian style ground steak tartar seasoned with herbed butter sauce, hot chili powder, served with your choice of three vegetarian dishes.”

Incredible. My friend ordered this, and I wish I had.

Axum

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Delicious Ethiopian honey wine. Highly recommended.

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Honey wine.

Honey wine.

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June 8, 2009

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Fabulous place to eat

Really good food, and the service is wonderful. The appetizers and lamb dishes are a must try. Wish they had a better drinks menu though.

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November 2, 2007

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When in Cambridge by Brian Kastel

When in Cambridge you have to check out Addis Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant. I took several friends there after our weekly meeting last Wednesday and we just loved it. Do ask for more bread! Great family atmosphere and kid friendly. The…

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October 9, 2007

  • 2 star rating
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what a let down : (

I waited for this place to open for months. The south end location has been on my list of all-time favorite restourants for years. I have gone to the Cambridge location 3 times... each time hoping that it would be anything close to what I…

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Addis Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant is located near the cities of North Waltham, , Beacon Hill, Mid Cambridge, and Charlestown.
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