Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant

Name: Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant
Address: 4717 University Ave, San Diego, California, 92105, US
Telephone: (619) 285-9722
Price range: $
Rating: 4.60

Ethiopian restaurant, Eritrean restaurant

Red Sea Ethiopian Restaurant is a culinary treasure in San Diego, offering authentic Ethiopian and Eritrean dishes that delight the senses. With a cozy atmosphere and friendly owners, Shimé and Yeti, every meal feels like home. Known for its generous veggie combo and mouthwatering meat options like Kitfo and Doro Wot, the flavors keep diners coming back. The casual setting accommodates groups and families, providing fast service and a welcoming environment. Don't miss the free coffee on Saturdays and treat yourself to their honey-wine for a perfect finish!

Contact Info

Location: 4717 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
Phone: (619) 285-9722
Price range: $

Opening hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12-10 pm
Wednesday: 12-10 pm
Thursday: 12-10 pm
Friday: 12-10 pm
Saturday: 12-10 pm
Sunday: 12-9:30 pm

Services

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating

Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in

Fast service

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Alcohol
Beer
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Late-night food
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine

Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating

Bar on site
Toilets

Casual
Cosy

Groups
Tourists

Accepts reservations

Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards

Good for kids
High chairs

Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Food & drink

Vibe

Samosa

Injera

Coffee

Baklava

Street View

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Reviews

So delicious! We had the Yedero Tibs and the veggie special which came with 7 types of veggies.
We also got a sambussa as an appetizer which was super crispy.
It was a great way to try a variety of flavors.
We’re excited to come back again!

Incredible Ethiopian food! Everything we ate was high quality and delicious.
The man and woman who own it are super sweet and accommodating.
On Saturdays around 1pm, the buna (coffee) is free :) strongly recommend

Our Family has been coming to the Red Sea Restaurant for the past 10-15 years! We really enjoy their delicious cuisine, full of flavorful spices and Excellent Customer Service! Shimé and Yeti are very customer oriented and strive to make your dining experience memorable.
For Vegans or Vegetarians, their Veggie combination is to die for.
It’s one of their best selling dish & most people love the 6-7 different veggie dishes that come as a combo.
You can order it family style where everybody eats together as a family on a big platter or served individually on your plate! Your choice! But for the rest of us "Carnivores", their Special Kitfo, Sautéed Doro Wot, Zilzil Tibs & Gored Gored are at the very top of our list.
After devouring the delish food, gulped down with a couple of cold Ethiopian beers, we always look forward to their Beautiful Traditional Coffee Ceremony (if requested) and drink their strong, freshly roasted Ethiopian Coffee that will leave you delighted beyond compare! This Restaurant is a MUST TRY, we guarantee you will be coming back for more!!!!! PS.
Dont forget to try their honey-wine if you have a designated driver..
coz it will leave you Buzzin’ & Tinglin’ in the right places!