Demera Ethiopian Restaurant
Ethiopian Restaurant$$$$
Uptown, Chicago
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"Kitfo, mesir wot, kik alicha, and yebeg tibs are fantastic."(5 Tips)
"Tuna sambussa is the best."(3 Tips)
"Get a bottle of the honey wine to cut the spice."(4 Tips)
"Ye-Beg Alicha - Braised Lamb w/ Alicha Sauce"(3 Tips)
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Demera Ethiopian Restaurant
4801 N Broadway St (at Lawrence Ave.)
Chicago, IL 60640
United States
Chicago, IL 60640
United States
Chicagoland’s favorite authentic Ethiopian cuisine.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(773) 334-8787
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Dinner
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.5
"My favorite Ethiopian restaurant. Love the doro watt and all the spicy tibs. Spicy dish not for the weak!"
Le Wang - 8.0
"This is a great spot for authentic Ethiopian cuisine! The staff is incredibly friendly! I would recommend to anyone in the area looking for something new!"
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- 8.4
"cool shop right off the Brown Line’s Irving Park stop. a little chilly inside but the relaxing atmosphere and cozy back patio make up for it."
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