African Village Cafe

We stumbled across this place by accident. We parked our car in front of a African Artifact shop. Things in the window seemed interesting, so we thought we will have a snoop, but the door was locked and a sign said we have moved to and an address where another shop appearing African just a few doors down, So went there and found that it was not a shop but a restaurant. But the restaurant owned this shop and they open as people requesting. But while we were talking about this, the smells coming out of the kitchen was just amazing. So after our visit to the shop, we went back to the restaurant and bought some food to take away. We bought these huge crepe looking thing called Anjira (or something like that) and we wanted a meat dish/with gravy, the difficulty for us is my son is allergic to onion and garlic and most eateries don't like to change their normal way of cooking, but the girls there were quite willing to go the extra mile. The food was just amazing. The next weekend was my son's birthday and we had invited a lot of people. We ordered something these food for the day and it was hit with everyone. In between my son and I visited the place had a chat to the owner Mohamed and had a meal there. And Mohamed is so friendly with us and has given us a small pack of the herb/condiment powder that they make in house for my cooking. Very simple and but amazing food.

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We found this cafe by accident. The menu outside the restaurant looked interesting, so we gave the cafe a try, with some reservation as almost all dishes had chilli, and my partner is allergic to chilli.We were wonderfully surprised. I am gluten intolerant and menu is perfect for those prefer to have gluten food. I have never found an Australian restaurant which serves teff (flour) bread. We found teff in Europe and it is wonderful wheat flour substitute. Indeed, I consider it to be far superior. We also had a lamb dish and a vegetarian dish which were made fresh for us, without Chilli.African Village is absolutely great value and serves East African dishes which are have delightful combinations of herbs and spices. Indeed, expect to eat with your fingers to complete the complete East African experience. The service was excellent and a wonderful dinning experience.

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We chose the African Village for a family lunch as we are happy to try different and unusual foods. We were very impressed with both the food and service. The meal was presented in Ethiopian tradition- flat soft pancake with dishes of spiced lamb, beef and chicken. The restaurant was clean and well organised with separate areas for relaxing and dining. The ethnic African decor felt comfortable and appropriate.Lunch was followed by an amazing cup of brewed Ethiopian coffee.Overall, the cost per person was less than twenty dollars.

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We had an amazing night here! I love food, this food was amazing. There was plenty for the vegetarians as well :) Thankyou so much for the kind hospitality and wonderful tastes. Everyone must try the tea and coffee after their meal, delicious!

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The decor is full of Ethiopian culture. The staff (and of course, Mohamed, the owner) are attentive and friendly. The food is amazing. So much variety, and you absolutely must finish with the Ethiopian coffee. Outstanding.

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