• Addis Ababa - The Addis Ababa food tour provides guests with a meticulously curated culinary journey, guided by our team of local tastemakers.

Before embarking on this adventure, it’s important to note that the tour showcases local cuisine, and due to the nature of street food vendors and local eateries, not all dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Here’s an honest overview to ensure expectations are met:

✘ Not suitable for vegan and halal diets as the number of tastings would be very limited.
✔ Suitable for diets avoiding pork and seafood.
✔ Gluten intolerance, vegetarian, lactose intolerance, and mild nut allergies can be accommodated, though some tastings may not have alternatives, resulting in a more limited menu.

For those eager for a culinary adventure, read on!

• Addis Ababa - Discover the authentic flavors of Addis Ababa on this small-group lunchtime food tour in the lively Bole neighborhood. Over four hours and more than 14 tastings, participants will delve into Ethiopian cuisine, renowned as one of Africa’s most exciting.

This guided tour introduces Ethiopia’s most iconic dishes. Sample richly spiced fava beans and chebchebsa, savor charcoal-grilled ribs cooked over open flames, and enjoy soft injera topped with beyaynetu, a vibrant array of traditional vegetarian dishes. You’ll also taste regional specialties like duba quanta, roasted qolo, and Ethiopia’s famous spiced raw beef.

No Ethiopian meal is complete without a traditional buna coffee ceremony, where you’ll witness the roasting and brewing of coffee in one of the world’s oldest coffee cultures.

Designed as a comprehensive introduction to the food scene, this tour combines generous tastings with local insights, equipping guests with the confidence to further explore Ethiopia’s cuisine independently.

• Addis Ababa - The tour concludes after 3.5-4 hours. Participants will leave not only satisfied but with a profound understanding of Ethiopian food culture and the confidence to continue their culinary exploration throughout the country.

• Led by professional tastemaker guides
• Movable food feast with 5-6 stops around Addis Ababa’s Bole neighbourhood
• Bottled water included
• Max 8 exclusive guests, smallest group size in Addis Ababa (private tour or 9+ guests, contact us)
• 14+ food tastings included, more than any other Addis Ababa food tour

• Alcoholic drinks excluded
• Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded

With over 14 tastings, participants won’t just try a few dishes; they’ll immerse themselves in the diverse world of Ethiopian cuisine in a single afternoon. From meat-centric classics and vegetarian staples to bold regional specialties and the country’s renowned coffee tradition, there’s something for everyone.

This is a comprehensive, flavor-filled introduction to Addis Ababa’s culinary culture, designed to provide a deeper understanding of Ethiopian cuisine and the confidence to continue exploring independently.

Navigating Addis Ababa’s daytime food scene can be challenging. However, with the guidance of the Addis food hosts, participants can bypass the guesswork and head straight to the city’s finest culinary offerings.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.