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Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

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1594 Woodcliff Dr NE Ste G Atlanta, GA 30329

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Standard Ethiopian fare exceeds expectations at this humble strip mall gem.

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Restaurants, Ethiopian Restaurants, African Restaurants

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$, Family Style Dining, Late Night Dining, Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Quiet, Open 7 Days

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In Short
Nothing on Sheba's menu, replete with the hallmark comfort stews of Ethiopia, suggests the extraordinary, so the depth and complexity its fragrant dishes boast is a thrill. Little on the menu disappoints, but the burnished, red-pepper-sauced options, earthy and intensely flavorful, are standouts. Braised collard greens, ubiquitous on Ethiopian menus, are especially good here--mildly gingery and buttery, with a full, mellow richness redolent of something that might have simmered on a Southern grandmother's stove.

The Inside Scoop

Know Before You Go - Ethiopian food makes for surprisingly good leftovers--the stews' flavors deepen even further upon sitting a day or two, and well-wrapped injera doesn't suffer from the ills of staleness quite like most breads do.
The Extras - Time permitting, call in advance and give the traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony a go.
On the Menu - Ethiopian menus are fairly meat heavy, but vegetarians should find much to love in the handful of lentil stews and veggie preparations on offer.

Reviews for Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

Good food and drink

M.A. W. | Insider Guru | Rank: 1,576 4 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

I love the honey wine! The food was very good, but unfortunately, as the menu is not very descriptive and I'm not well-versed in Ethiopian cuisine, I ended up with some very rare ground beef. Not quite to my like. So, if you are like m and don't know what you're doing in an Ethiopian restaurant, ask for help. Reasonable prices.

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Good Ethiopian Food, Although Not the Best in Town

Susan L. | Insider Guru | Rank: 979 3 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

Queen of Sheba has good Ethiopian food. I have been going there for several years. Unfortunately, I think the quality has slipped a bit in the last 2-3 years, but it's still above average.

The atmosphere is welcoming, especially for first-time non-Ethiopians. The staff is willing to help you select a dish if you are unfamiliar with the options. The prices are fair, and service is generally very good. Sheba is a good choice for Ethiopian food, especially if you have never had it before.

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Reliable Atlanta Ethiopian

Maya G. | Top100 | Rank: 32 3 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

I confess that I love Cottage Ethopian far more, and haven't been back to Queen of Sheba since I discovered Cottage. However, the atmosphere is pleasant and the vegetarian items are reliably good.

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Queen Sheeba

Ife A. | Insider | Rank: 15,663 3 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

They serve very good food, but that is about it for me. The restaurant is too dingy, and too far, and the bathrooms are kind of icky. It is not expensive though.

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Sheba

Sanjeev R. | Insider Expert | Rank: 2,184 4 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

I am always up for trying food from different countries, but to this day, nothing is probably as unique to me as Ethiopian food. Queen of Sheba was a great introduction to this wonderful cuisine. It is a very unique experience. I went with an Ethiopian friend which helped but a novice can be helped by the great staff. The most unique thing about this place is that you are not given plates to eat on, rather there is one large dish in the center of the table that the whole group eats from. It was a great experience.

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Great Atmosphere and Food

Chrystal B. | Insider Expert | Rank: 7,596 4 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

The food at Queen of Sheba was wonderful. We didn't sit at a regular table, instead we eat in this weaved basket table, that is traditional to Ethiopia. The food was really delicious and the menu has is in English with descriptions to let the customers know what the items are. The portions are large and the prices are reasonable, you can order a meal and spend ten dollars. They also give you time to sit and let your food digest without rushing the bill over. The also have authentic deserts and coffee.

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One of my favorites, Great atmosphere, Savory food, Friendly Service

deevah678 5 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. The service is always friendly, the food is always amazing, and the atmosphere is relaxing and cozy. This restaurant is a great date place for couples that enjoy unique dining experiences. This isn't a good dining option for stubborn "meat and potatoes" people, but a great option for people who enjoy ethnic dining and new food experiences.

I always get the meat and vegetable platter that comes on top of the injera. I always trade out the tripe though for extra chicken or lamb instead. Everything is wonderful and the food pairs up very well with red wine.

Pros: One of my favorites, Great Atmosphere, Wonderful Food, Friendly Service

Classy and warm atmosphere

boydgt 4 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

The service at the Queen of Sheba exceeded expectations as servers were warm and friendly. The food was well worth the wait, and the price was affordable for a family of four. I do recommend ordering appetizers, as the wait for your entree may take a while, but the atmosphere allows for excellent conversation as you wait for your meal. Whether a vegetarian or meat eater, Queen of Sheba has something to offer that provides great food with an excellent cultural experience.

Pros: Very warm and cozy atmoshere, affordable prices

Cons: longer than normal wait for entree which is why I recommend ordering an appetizer

Not Good

avery99 2 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

This was my first try of Ethiopian food so I have nothing to compare it to, but I will say that it was not good. I consider myself pretty open to eating various ethnic foods and haven't tried one that I didn't like yet. I felt that this restaurant was expensive for what we got ($10 for one chicken leg, on hard boiled egg and some sauce - yes, ONE chicken leg). The beer was reasonable ($3.50 a bottle). The service was lacking and because we had 6 people at the table, they automatically charged us an 18% tip. I know I will not be going back to this restaurant and I don't think I'll be eating Ethiopian food again.

Pros: parking, cheap beer

Cons: taste of the food, service

Best Ethiopian in town

sir911 5 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

Great food, great service, fun atmosphere. One of my favorite places to eat in Atlanta when I'm looking for something a little different. For those who haven't tried Ethiopian before, this restaurant is a great introduction!

Use your fingers

erinbehan_citysearch 4 Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant

If you haven't had Ethiopian, abandon all desire to eat your meal with utensils before you go. For me, this restaurant served as a good introduction to Ethiopian cuisine. Taking a large group here allows everyone ends up trying just about everything. If you're a small group, try getting one of the sampler platters.

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