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Ethiopian Diamond Restaurant
Categories: Restaurants Ethiopian Restaurants Vegetarian Ethiopian, Vegetarian [Edit]
6120 N Broadway St(between Glenlake Ave & Hood Ave)
Chicago, IL 60660
Neighborhood: Edgewater
(773) 338-6100
- Nearest Transit:
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Granville (Red Line)
Thorndale (Red Line)
- Hours:
Mon-Thu, Sun 11 am - 10:30 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am - 11:30 pm
- Attire:
- Casual
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
Ana M. said: "The service was outstanding and the food amazing. I had the twister wrap? I'm pretty sure that's the name if not it's something along those lines. This is place is new in town but they have a great selection of vegan food. I am looking…" read more »
430 reviews for Ethiopian Diamond Restaurant
Review Highlights
"I also highly recommend the honey wine."
(in 86 reviews)
"The injera was excellent - fluffy and flavorful."
(in 103 reviews)
"Spicy red lentils were my personal favorite."
(in 12 reviews)
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430 reviews in English
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Review from Denise K.
Campton Hills, IL
11/21/2011
Excellent !!!! Each dish was authentic and had it's own unique flavor.
Never was crazy about lamb until today. The coffee was delicious.
The service was quick and attentive. Would go back again and recommend
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Review from caitlin j.
Chicago, IL
2/9/2012
I like eating with my hands but I'm really, really bad at it. I never knew how bad at it I was until I was visiting an Indian home in a Maharashtrian village, and a small child who'd been watching me struggle to pick up rice shook her head and handed me a spoon.
But I try.
And try I must at Ethiopian Diamond! Whether or not the food will make it safely to my mouth from the shared plate at the middle of the table will raise anyone's doubts... but what does arrive safely is completely delicious.
Gluten-free folks can call ahead to place orders of gluten-free (or black) injera. If you're a gluten-free, or mixed table, they'll be certain to serve the black injera underneath your entrees as well.
This place is usually busy and LOUD. The service is usually very slow if you're here with a large party, especially if you've got separate checks-- but even if you're only a few, just getting greeted at the door might take a good, long while. I don't really mind because I absolutely need my occasional fix of gomen.
There is a stage at the back of the restaurant where musical performers play instruments that I can't name. It's a good idea, unless you're sitting close to the stage (or halfway across the restaurant), in which case it is far too loud to be enjoyable... Even the best conversationalists may remain mute instead of yelling through dinner.
But nevermind the negatives... This place is amazingly delicious. -
Review from Ramya P.
1/17/2012
Cheers to new experiences!
I had never tasted Ethiopian food until a couple of years back. I didn't know anything about Ethiopian cuisine... until my husband heard about this place from one of his friends and we decided to give it a try. Ever since then, we've been here on a regular basis mainly because the food is excellent and features a gamut of veggie options. I'm a fan of the honey wine too. Keeping an open mind and trying new things definitely pays off. -
Review from Amanda M.
Chicago, IL
1/14/2012
While I've never been in the restaurant, I've had delivery numerous times.
Overall, the food is soooooooo tasty! Huge fan of the gomen. Love, love, love it.
Delivery is fast, but the only reason I'm bumping it down 2 stars is because even as fast as it is, more often than not I've received lukewarm food. This is easily remedied by a few seconds in the microwave, but for the $3.50 cost of delivery, I expect it to be warm on arrival. I'm thinking if they invested in a few bucks for those heated bags, they'd be good to go. -
Review from Joy C.
Chicago, IL
Updated - 2/9/2012
I went more recently with a friend, and was disappointed with a couple of things. 1. he ordered meat, i ordered vegetarian. When asked, we said it was fine to put both orders on one platter as long as the meat and veggie dishes don't touch (this is a standard question and standard practice at every Ethiopian restaurant I've been to). The platter came, and the meat and veggies were touching. Not the end of the world, but unnecessary. 2. Some of the potatoes were undercooked. The entire meal was OK, but not fantastic.
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2/3/2011
I love Ethiopian food -- how can you not love something that you use bread to eat?!? Soft, spongy… Read more »
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Review from Regina C.
Chicago, IL
1/29/2012
Good Ethiopian food, great for large parties.
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Review from Masha G.
Chicago, IL
12/2/2011
Got the beet salad ... Bland. Can make a better one at home . As a meal got the combo of shrimp chicken and beef. The meat was good and the bread that comes on the side really yummy. Light and fluffy and not heavy on the stomach.
Best part was the chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. So so so good. -
Review from Julio S.
Chicago, IL
1/16/2012
I have been here twice and each time i wanted to punch the Face of my mouth with this food! The compo platers are amazing (A little bit of everything) and great for groups... I would give it four stars except that the 2 times i was here.. The service was pretty slow, I Had to keep asking other waiters for things. But i do Recommend this place anyways.
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Review from Sarah P.
Chicago, IL
1/12/2012
This place rocks! I have eaten here a bunch and always have a great time. Maybe it's the honey wine (which is awesome!) For those of you who have never had Ethiopian food, just go in and get a sampler and sit back, relax and have a great time!
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Review from Alexis M.
Chicago, IL
1/31/2012
Gosh I love this restaurant. My friends and I always get some Taste of Ethiopias (vegetarian) and some veggie combos. It's so fantastic. I am salivating just writing about it! I love the decor, the atmosphere, the service, and the way it's so warm on a cold day. Plus, the homemade tej (honey wine) is some of the best I've ever had. This is a truly fantastic place.
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Review from Grace L.
St Peters, MO
1/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
Very good food. My favorite Ethiopian dish is Kitfo and it did not disappoint. The lamb and the chicken with Egg dishes were also excellent! We sat at the traditional Ethiopian table which was as big as the "family-style" plate of food on the injera (traditional bread, much like sourdough). We also had the traditional coffee ceremony, which tasted much like Espresso. Very good atmosphere and friendly people! Definitely recommend it!
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Review from Ashley V.
Chicago, IL
1/9/2012
This restaurant is amazing... I went on a Saturday evening with a 5 year old, it was busy but we got seated right away. Every single staff member was polite and really nice to my son, which says alot I don't usually bring him for dinner, but it's definitely family friendly. The service was great, even as busy as it was. We got our food in less than 15 minutes. The atmosphere was incredible and they had live music! This was also our first time eating Ethiopian food, we loved it and we will definitely be back!
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Review from Laura T.
Chicago, IL
1/14/2012
This was my first experience with Ethiopian food. And while I'm glad I tried again, it was definitely not here.
The service was rather inattentive, the food was ok, but not good, and the atmosphere just looks like any other restaurant. If I'm going for exotic food, I like an atmosphere to match.
There are far better Ethiopian places in the city. -
Review from Evan C.
Chicago, IL
1/30/2012
Absolutely my favorite Ethiopian food and tej, even compared with the best DC has to offer.
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Review from Annie N.
11/1/2011
I knew all along there'd be a reason why I carry hand sanitizer with me all the time (and no, it wasn't because of the red line). Of course one day I'd be asked to go to Ethiopian Diamond.
Before my trip here, my experience with African cuisine has been very limited. Sure I fancy it now and then, and I secretly look up menu and pictures of different places online. But I cannot say that I have enjoyed a full meal of African food. Yet with a personal determination to visit Africa within the next year, I am working hard to prevent future culture shock, and clearly, my first step toward this goal should be FOOD!
With a group of 3 vegetarian and 1 half-vegetarian (yea, what the hell does that mean? I'm such a poser), Ethiopian Diamond offered us with more than enough option. Since most of us had not had Ethiopian food before, we decided to go with the Vegetarian sampler and share. The food came out momentarily and everything looked delicious. While I had a hard time remembering all the food I sampled, I sure did not have a hard time eating any of it. Everything was fresh and flavorful.
I have heard before that Ethiopian food is similar to Asian food, and I can definitely tasted the similarity - not particularly to chicken lomein or pad thai - but there was a lentil stew, which reminded me of a curry of sort, and their greens and cabbage dish was very much like something I've eaten before. However, they use less herbs and spices, preserving the natural taste of these vegetables - which made the meal delightful! Oh and the injera is perhaps my newest crush, so simple yet so fulfilling. If I wasn't with a group of friend, I might have stayed for an extra 15 minutes eaten the huge injera that the food was served on myself, but that's just me, I'd advise you to not to the same.
We all left the restaurant satisfied and happy with our meal. Service was excellent. The restaurant itself was very big, yet it still felt like a small family run business. There are all type of customers: dates, family dinner, birth day party, and the place was popping for an early Saturday dinner. If you make a visit here, please order the Honey Wine, and if you're not ordering the combos, make sure you try the Yemisir Watt (lentils cooked in home made sauce). They are both absolutely divine! -
Review from Susie M.
Chicago, IL
11/8/2011
I had the Veg E3 combo. I liked the Shimbra Assa and the Yesmir Watt.
I also had the the sambusa combo. This was delicious. I love Indian Samosas and that is what sambusa reminded me of.
Honestly, this was only my second time eating Ethiopian food. I purposely ordered pickup this time bc I really believe that my initial experience was heavily compromised by the poor service I had gotten at another Ethiopian restaurant. I wanted to come to my own conclusions this time purely based on the food. While I did enjoy the sambusa I cant say that I am a fan of Ethiopian food. I didnt necessarily dislike the preparation of the food. I believe the reason why I did not give this restaurant more stars is simply bc I am not a fan of this type of food. -
Review from Y. F.
Chicago, IL
10/25/2011
Few things about this place.
I have been coming to this place for about one year. First of all food is delicios. I love it!
The service is average. Waitress only takes our order and forget to check on you.
There is a big trick about the way you should order food when you come with a friend. If you want to have the right quantity of food on your plate you should order it on separate plates NOT on one big plate. If you do not follow this rule you might realize that the place is too pricey!
Atmosphere is relaxing.
When I am in near by again I might stop by again! -
Review from Nate L.
Chicago, IL
12/13/2011
Do it! "but the bread is weird I don't like it" you better stick to chipoltle for your "ethnic" meals then.
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Review from Chan K.
Chicago, IL
11/26/2011
My first Ethiopian experience won't be my last. My roommate ordered the veggie platter, a great choice for a hot summer day since most of the dishes are served at room temperature. We also shared a kitfo appetizer - raw beef marinated in herbed butter and hot pepper. I rarely eat raw beef, but this was scrumptious! Portions are large, and one can wash down all those good eats with mildly alcoholic and every so sweet honey wine. The owner stopped by our table and was quite friendly.
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Review from NARDO Q.
Chicago, IL
12/7/2011
BEST AFRICAN FOOD IN CHICAGO AND POSSIBLY ILLINOIS!
This place is awesome, it takes a lot of time for the food to come out but we did have a big order so it is understandable.
I have made it a regular place for me and friends to go.
It is a must for you to go here, I will allow you to try other place but as soon as you have the Ethiopian Diamond experience, everything else seems to be CRAP. Everything with lamb is extra good. -
Review from Jonathan W.
Chicago, IL
5/20/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I LOVE this place. A couple tips:
1) The honey wine sucks
2) The Bedele Beer is ice cold and incredible
3) Never get appetizers
4) Get the assa or the doro tibs wat
5) Eat the injera from the bottom of the plate before asking for more
6) Have a coffee
I just gave you a five star eveningListed in: Top Restaurants
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Review from Jessica D.
Aurora, IL
7/30/2011
Dragged the significant other unit here for a Friday night dinner. We had a great time at another nearby Ethiopian restaurant, so we were looking to vary our experiences and perhaps taste some new dishes.
This restaurant was a large rectangle, filled with a number of groups enjoying a lively Friday night dinner with plenty of adult libations and good food. There is great art on the walls to provide a particular utopian perspective of African every day scenes.
Towards the rear of the dining room there is a riser with musical instruments where a very talented musician played a tribal fusion sort of music, aided by pre-recordings and adding his own beats, harp, or horn accompaniment.
The dishes were pretty much the same as in the other restaurant, and served in a shareable platter over injeera. Delicious accompaniments came with our three entree choices: kik alicha (split peas in onion and ginger sauce), yatkilt watt (string beans, carrots, and potatoes), and yebeg watt (spicy, bone-in lamb).
Our eyes were bigger than our stomachs, and yet we enjoyed almost every delicious handful. Some leftovers had us hanging our heads down in shame.
For our beverages I chose an ethiopian pot of tea (fresh made so be prepared to wait a little0 that comes with a small glass to drink it from, and a sugar container so you can get it as sweet as you want it. He chose one of the Ethiopian beers (I forgot the name!).
For dessert we shared a destaye (my happiness): a triangular pastry with a very thing filling, surrounded by a number of fried pastry squares, topped with whipped cream and some chocolate sauce drizzle. Delicious and just a nice way to top off a nice dinner.
Towards the back of the dining room there are two ladies restrooms, a public wash basin/sink for washing up your hands after eating, and a gents' restroom.
We were entertained not only by the musician, but by the comedy of errors of a nearby table of a 20-somethings triple-date. They ordered two incredibly large bottles of average wine (a red and a white) to go with their meal.
Tip: make sure you check their website for specials and discounts. -
Review from Hannah C.
Chicago, IL
8/18/2011
Delicious! Gluten free? CHECK! Their injera (the "bread" that everything is served on) is normally made with some wheat in it but if you call in advance they can make it sans gluten! And it's not a pain at all to call in advance -- just ask for the gluten free injera. The gluten-free version is made solely with teff flour.
Vegetarian? Check! They have tons of veggie, and fish for you pescatarians, options and everything is delectable. -
Review from Kendrick W.
Chicago, IL
1/4/2012
Best Ethiopian Food in Chicago. Have been there at least 5 or 6 times and never had a meal I didn't love. The wait staff is friendly and responsive as well. Don't waste your time anywhere else!
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Review from Kelz M.
Chicago, IL
4/6/2011
So I joined Kate W. for my virgin voyage into the wonderful world of Ethiopian cuisine last night and I am ~so~ glad I tried Ethiopian Diamond!
As most people have already written, Ethiopian food is served on a community platter. Each dish is arranged on a large piece of bread - I apologise for not remembering the names of anything but the bread basically looks like a giant, thin, spongy pancake. The only prevailing flavour is sort of lemon-y, which really complements the dishes quite nicely!
I chose a chicken dish served "watt" (spicy) with a side of a potato,carrot combination (it tasted a bit like aloo gobi, if you've ever had that). Kate had lamb with a side order of lentils. Kate encouraged me to try a bite of her food. Now here's the thing: I do *not* like lamb. Just... no. No. After a little cajoling and assuring me that she doesn't usually like lamb either, I tried a teeny, tiny bite. Confession: I felt a little like the guy in "Green Eggs and Ham"...
'Say, I do like lentils and lamb! I do! I like them, Sam-I-Am!'
I'm a little embarrassed to admit this but here goes: I actually uttered the word "foodgasm" during the meal. Back off, man, this shizz was unbelievably good!
I went home stuffed and happy. Great food, great company and at a good price; what's not to love?? -
Review from Vaidehi T.
Chicago, IL
6/28/2011
I have been here multiple times. I have introduced quite a few ppl to ethiopian food and to Ethiopian Diamond. This is as good as it gets. They could better the ambience, but it has live music usually on the weekends and Friday nights - which is a plus.
Ethiopian food is eating family style. Usually the entrees are served on a single huge platter along with Injera (sour spongy bread). The food here is amazing. I have almost tried all the vegetarian options, and each one of them is flavorful and full of complex spices. The messir wat (red lentils) is finger licking good. Their best veggie food is the chickpea fish (I forget the actual name) - it was mind blowingly good. I have also tasted chicken and shrimp and it is delicious.
The food is spicy and flavorful. If you are scared of spice and eating with your hands - this cuisine is not for you. -
Review from Jude L.
Chicago, IL
8/3/2011
One of my favorite Ethiopian restaurants in the world (along with KoKob in Brussels, Belgium & Restaurant Le Mosaïque in Geneva, Switzerland).
There are a few good places I really liked in Washington, DC (famous for Ethiopian restaurants) like Etete, but none that I crave more than the 3 locations previously stated.
And since a trip to Belgium or Switzerland is a rare occasion, Ethiopian Diamond is my go-to spot to fulfill my Ethiopian cravings.
The reason I like this place so much is because the berbere sauce is so flavorful. And they have the best yemisir watt (red lentils in slightly spicy sauce) that I've had. -
Review from Jamie B.
6/9/2011
I must admit that this is the only Ethiopian restaurant I've been to, so I can't comment on its authenticity, but I will say this, the food is delicious every time. The first time I came was on a Friday or Saturday night and they had some nice live jazz, which added to the evening. The place is very spacious with many tables, so you shouldn't have to wait. Service is quick and friendly.
The best thing I've had here was the assa tibs (sauteed tilapia w/ garlic, lemon and peppers and onions). It was cooked perfectly and had great flavor. I've had most of the vegetarian side dishes, and really enjoyed them all, but particularly liked the lentil one. It's just a lot of fun getting to have all of the food on one "plate", and not using a knife and fork. It spices things up from your normal dinner out. By the end of the meal though I get a little tired of the injera (it can really fill you up as well). -
Review from Kate W.
Chicago, IL
Updated - 4/6/2011
So for the past several months I've been getting cravings... for Ethiopian food. I have no idea why, aside from the fact that it's delicious. Anyway, Ethiopian Diamond is so close to me that I end up giving into these cravings often.
While they do offer takeout I find the dining in experience to be fun. There's nothing like sharing a giant plate of food that you eat with your hands with a friend. Plus, if they're nice friends they let you sample their food!
On my first trip I stayed strictly vegetarian, and it was good. I had heard that the lamb here was fantastic though, and while I'm not a huge lamb fan I thought I would give it a go. Yeah, it's really freakin tasty here. Actually, everything here is really freakin tasty. I have yet to try a dish that i wasn't a fan of. But the lamb, yum!
The service has always been prompt and friendly, and a couple of months ago they did something great. I paid via credit card, wrote in the tip, and then wrote the total in. Yeah, I added another $10 to the total which would have been double the tip I intended to leave. Since it was my own idiot move I never called or made a fuss, let them have the extra $10. Well, as it turns out they charged my card for the correct amount and were kind enough to ignore my poor adding. I thought that was a stand-up thing to do and now when I go I tend to leave larger tips.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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9/21/2009
Yay to Veggie Supper Club for finally getting me here. I live close by but always think of it spur… Read more »
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Review from Jay S.
Chicago, IL
7/12/2011
It was a friend's birthday and he was feeling adventurous. We wanted to break from our usual Spanish/American/Asian/French/Steak/Seafood/Burger /Sandwich/Sushi restaurants and try something we haven't had. He pondered and then finally...
Ethiopian.
Yep. Definitely never had that before going to this place. I must say, it is so true when they say go in with an open mind because you just let your guard down and take in the full experience. Was I apprehensive? Oh hell yes. I had no idea what to expect. But it ended up to be an awesome experience.
The night we went there was some live band playing. +1.
The place is also BYOB. +1.
You can eat with your hands (Filipinos, you know you feel at home)! +1.
Extremely flavorful meats (we got everything). +1.
Oh, and the staff was extremely friendly and welcoming to our party. No points can measure that. -
Review from Mike M.
Chicago, IL
8/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
Short review for this place because if you haven't discovered this place, it might be too late to save you (settle down people, it's just a joke).
Few things about this place. Delicious food, great prices, and staff friendliness. I have been coming here for years and not much has changed, thank you ownership.
Bring friends, eat with your hands, and have great conversation. -
Review from Leena T.
Oakland, CA
9/23/2011
I once moved into this neighborhood JUST to be closer to this place. I think they might line their food with crack, because it is that addicting. This place kicks every other Ethiopian restaurant's ass in Chicago, Australia and the East Bay (all of the places I have tried Ethiopian, a total of around 20 different restaurants). The bread is spongy and actually made with traditional teff flour, and the berebere chili sauce they cook everything in well seasoned and super delicious. My favorites here are the vegetarian sampler (I rock the yemsir watt--the best dish here--gomen and altkit watt) and the beef or lamb tibs. The sambusas are great, as is the sauce you dip it in (a sweet chili sauce). Service is good, but plan on waiting a bit for your food. I also took an Ethiopian cooking class from them at Treasure Island and it was one of the best cooking classes I have ever taken. It was so fun and easy to make injera bread!
Forget Ras Dashen, forget Demera. Go to Ethiopian Diamond if you want killer Ethiopian food. -
Review from Burrel V.
Placentia, CA
7/24/2011
First time trying Ethiopian. Really liked it. The injera was pretty good. Had the Vegetarian Taste of Ethiopia and the lentil and corn dishes were great!!!
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Review from Ben D.
Chicago, IL
7/20/2011
I LOVE LOVE LOVE Ethiopian Diamond!
I've been going to this place for years- even took my non-food adventurous family here for my 21st birthday (they loved it, too!)
I always get the Kitfo Na Gomen (rare), and my fiance usually gets one of the combo plates. You really can't go wrong with any of the food options, from my experiences. The injera bread is awesome, too! Everything is delicious, and honestly not that "different" or "scary" as people may assume when trying unfamiliar ethnic cuisines.
Eat with the bread and use your hands - and don't forget to share! :)
Try the different African Beers. Definitely have some coffee for dessert.
Even the delivery service is amazing! I just ordered some lunch today. The food came early, AND everything was at a desirable temperature (it's nearly 100 degrees today)- my salad was cold, my potatoes were hot, and my rare kitfo na gomen was PERFECT.
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Review from Ahzea M.
Evanston, IL
10/22/2011
Wow! No wonder they can't get past an overall rating of 4 stars!
Disappointing...
The food was great!
The service was poor.
The waitress only took our order and then checked on us once later. Of course, she also brought the bill. Otherwise, it was a man and woman serving our food and drinks. Or just plain - no service.
( I went with a friend, so it was just the two of us. The place wasn't busy, since it was lunchtime on Sunday. )
We wanted more tea, but nobody ever helped us once our food was served!! No one ever removed used plates from our table, so I had to stack them all up and put them to the side.
The bartender/another waiter kept wiping his nose or blowing his nose, but never washed his hands.
From the moment I walked in until the moment we left, there were a lot of crumbs and garbage on the floor at the next table over. -
Review from Laura V.
Oak Park, IL
3/22/2011
I have nothing but love for Ethiopian Diamond. Vegan-friendly, kid-friendly and the best ethiopian food in Chicago according to me. I can't count how many times I've been here even though it is about half an hour away. My husband and I always order a veggie combo and the "fish" stew made out of chick pea dough. That one is a must if you are vegetarian.
Aside from the excellent food, the best things about Ethiopian Diamond are:
- the restaurant is LARGE meaning good for groups and usually easy to get a table (weekends can get busy)
- they have live music some nights
- extremely kid friendly to the point that they fawn over children
- top-notch friendly service
- easy parking
- food comes quickly
I'll be back again... and again... and again.Listed in: Top Restaurants, Kid Friendly Chicago
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Review from kendrah r.
Chicago, IL
5/5/2011
If you are looking for fajitas try this place. If you are looking for really good Ethiopian food, go to Ras Dashen a few blocks south on the same side of the street.
I ate here with my dad. We both love Ethiopian food. The only thing we could figure out is that maybe they have some Mexican chefs working on the line??? Our Ethiopian food tasted like freaking fajitas. I have eatn a lot of Ethiopian food in my life and never before has it tasted like Fajitas. -
Review from Nima H.
Chicago, IL
11/2/2011
Good place to have quality Ethiopian food.
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Review from Te D.
Chicago, IL
3/29/2011
I like to eat.
I especially like to eat with my hands.
I love to eat delicious food with my hands.
You see how that worked out? Good. Better. Best. Ethiopian Diamond falls into that last category of "Best".
Let's start with the "floor" of your food tray, it's covered in a pale brown moist spongey bread that doesn't look or taste particularly appetizing alone, BUT THEN... HARK, What juice through yon side dishes break? It is the greens and Tibs Watt is the bomb.
Hold up! Did I just incorporate Shakespeare into this food review? Yes I did, young grasshopper. Confucius sayyy, "Owda thee veggie combow wid Gomen, Quosta, an Yatkilt Watt" (greens, spinach, and string beans with potatoes) "Alsow, grasshoppa, eat thee Okra Quosta an Assa Watt. Not too spicy. Veywee delicious."
Shimbra Assa and Shrimp Watt might also rock your world if you're open to that kind of thing, you know, world rockin' and all.
Oh, and one more thing, ladies, you know those maternity yoga pants that were on sale at Old Navy, now would be the time to bust those out!Listed in: Food Babies
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Review from Beth M.
1/5/2011
I used to eat at Ethiopian Diamond nearly every other week. Many, many delicious vegan options. Sharing the serving dish and eating with one's hands makes Ethiopian dining an intimate experience. Even large groups of my friends have been accommodated here.
I usually get either the Veggie Combo or the vegetarian "Taste of Ethiopia". For the first, you choose three items from their list (I pick spicy lentils, split peas and collard greens); for the later you get five set items: chickpea "fish", spicy lentils, split peas, collard greens, cabbage & carrots, and potatoes & carrots. I will order one or the other based on my appetite. Either way, it is a lot of food. I usually can eat all the actual dishes but never quite have the room for all the injera (bread) underneath.
The sambusa appetizers are very much like samosas; there are potato/carrot, lentil and spinach vegan ones. I stopped ordering them because the entree is more than enough to stuff me.
Not so much a fan of the Hakim Stout they have. It's a very sweet dark beer. They have other beers in bottles, as well as their honey wine (which may or may not be considered vegan, depending on your views).
The live music is always a special treat; the bands often play original songs and covers of classic jazz tunes.Listed in: Vegan Dish Variety, For Vegans with Omnivore…
