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Overview & Highlights

Located in the heart of Footscray, Yetenbi Ethiopian Restaurant offers an authentic gateway into the rich and vibrant flavors of Ethiopian cuisine. At 249 Barkly Street, this gem brings a truly immersive dining experience that captures the essence of Ethiopian culture through its food, ambiance, and heartfelt hospitality.

From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with the warm aromas of freshly roasted coffee and the soothing sounds of ethio jazz, setting a relaxed and inviting tone. The atmosphere here is both family-friendly and intimate, perfect for those looking to share a genuine cultural experience with loved ones or friends.

Yetenbi’s menu is a celebration of Ethiopia’s culinary heritage, featuring popular dishes like tibs—succulent stir-fried meat delicately spiced—and vibrant vegetable platters that showcase fresh, wholesome ingredients. Customers rave about generous portions filled with rich, layered flavors; every bite is a pleasure for the palate, blending earthy spices and smoky undertones. The traditional coffee ceremony on offer is a sensory highlight, uplifting the entire experience with its fragrant, freshly brewed essence.

The standout feature at Yetenbi is not just the food but the exceptional service. Reviewers consistently mention the warm, welcoming staff who go beyond to explain the menu’s offerings and ensure every guest feels like family. Whether it’s your first time or a return visit, the genuine hospitality enhances each meal, making you want to come back time and again.

Dining here feels like a heartfelt invitation to explore Ethiopia’s soulful tastes and traditions. Reasonably priced and thoughtfully prepared, Yetenbi Ethiopian Restaurant is not just a meal but a memorable cultural journey. As one loyal patron put it, “You won’t be disappointed.”

If you find yourself craving a unique and deeply satisfying Ethiopian dining experience in Melbourne, Yetenbi awaits with open arms and a feast that promises to delight every sense.

Comforts & Conveniences

Accessibility
  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Service options
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
Popular for
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining
Payments
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

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Visitor Testimonials (283)

The food was excellent and the pricing was reasonable and the best part if the customer service was beyond. Definitely will come back and anyone should give it a try and you won’t be disappointed.

Absolutely amazing food. Fast service. The staff were incredibly friendly and took tge time to go through the menu and explain what the dishes are. Definitely a repeat dining experience.

I'm a big fan of Ethiopian and this place didn't disappoint.

Great authentic food, generous portions, warm and welcoming staff.

Best place in Melbourne to dine Ethiopian food. Specially cooked to its original taste.

This was our first time visiting this Ethiopian restaurant and trying their cuisine. We truly experienced the warmth of the owner and the deliciousness of the food. We should have come much earlier!

we entered to the sound of ethio jazz and fresh roasted coffee. the tibs and veg platter were a treat, perfectly paired with a malty ethiopian beer, a treat for the senses, family friendly vibes.

Great food, excellent service and the staff was amazing! Complete legends! You gotta try the coffee ceremony!

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