Empress Taytu
- Neighborhood: St. Clair-Superior
- 6125 St. Clair Ave.
- Cleveland, OH 44103
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
It's hard to believe that Empress Taytu, located no more than 10 minutes from Downtown Cleveland, has not only been around for two decades, but is still one of Cleveland's dining secrets. Discover the food of this ancient and often poorly-understood African culture, as you sit in huts and share richly spiced dishes from a common platter (Look ma, no fork!). While chicken and lamb sometimes find their way into Ethiopian cuisine, the emphasis is often on vegetarian offerings that, to the newcomer, often seem stew-like. Your best bet is to just to try it for yourself, the staff will be happy to help.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- St. Clair and E. 61st
- Parking:
- Street
The Basics
- Hours:
- 5-9:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 5-10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; closed Sunday and Monday
- Cuisine:
- Ethiopian
- Meals Served:
- Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Accepted
- Dress Code:
- Anything Goes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Restaurant Style:
- Bistro
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Area Classic, Quiet, Theme, and Offbeat
- Features:
- Historic Landmark, Signature Dishes, and Online Menu
- Specialties:
- Kitfo, Taytu's special sega tibs
- Payment Methods:
- Cash, Debit Cards, and Major Credit Cards
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"Great Dining"
By Smiley from Fairview Park, December 2, 2008
I've been wanting to go to this restaurant for some time but was always told it was in a bad location. So hadn't gone until recently. They have a p...
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