Ethiopian / Eritrean · Cedar-Riverside

The Red Sea

★ 4.5 · 1446 Google reviews · $$

Cedar-Riverside institution since 1990. Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine with wide vegetarian options. Also a live music venue — reggae, world beat, hip-hop. One of the oldest and most storied restaurants on the West Bank.

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What it's actually like

Overwhelmingly positive with 70+ five-star reviews praising authentic Ethiopian cuisine, generous portions, and exceptional hospitality. The attached music venue and lively atmosphere enhance the experience. Minor concerns about portion sizing on delivery orders and rare sanitation issues are heavily outweighed by consistent praise for food quality, affordability, and the warmth of staff and ownership.

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Ambiance
casual
Noise level
moderate
Dress code
casual
Outdoor seating
No
Good for
date night, family, celebration
Reservations
unknown

Wait reality — Generally accessible without long waits; reviewers recommend calling ahead for larger groups. One reviewer noted tight table spacing but no explicit wait time complaints mentioned.

Derived from 79 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.

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(612) 217-0491