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The Spicy Ethiopian

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The Spicy Ethiopian is one of the best ethiopian restaurants in Toronto for group dinner, especially if you want a strong option in Toronto.

What The Spicy Ethiopian is doing on Queen Street East feels more deliberate than its name might let on.

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Rating (Google) 9.8
568 reviews
Toronto
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9.8
Rating
Based on 568 reviews
Best for
group dinner and sharing
Price and pace
Moderate spend
Neighborhood
Toronto · 175 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1S2, Canada
Price
Moderate spend
Google rating
9.8 from 568 reviews
Address
Toronto | 175 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1S2, Canada
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What to order

Signature dishes at The Spicy Ethiopian

Kitfo
Misir Wat
Ethiopian beef tibs
Why go

What makes The Spicy Ethiopian worth the move

The Spicy Ethiopian is a reliable ethiopian choice in Toronto when you want something that tends to land well. Kitfo and Misir Wat also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 568 Google reviews.

What to know fast

Public rating
9.8 from 568 Google reviews
Best for
group dinner and sharing
Style
Ethiopian in Toronto
Spend
Moderate spend

Best for

Know before you go

Google rating: 9.8 from 568 reviews
Price point: $$
Popular dishes: Kitfo, Misir Wat, Ethiopian beef tibs
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What diners are saying

0 diner reviews · reviewed by Priya Sharma for The Spicy Ethiopian

Google snapshot
9.8 from 568 reviews
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For now, The Spicy Ethiopian holds a 9.8 rating across 568 Google reviews.

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Quick details

Address
175 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1S2, Canada
Price
$$
TastyPals score
Coming soon
Google rating
9.8 (568 reviews)
Cuisine
Ethiopian
Neighborhood
Toronto

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does The Spicy Ethiopian serve?

The Spicy Ethiopian is a Ethiopian restaurant located in Toronto, Toronto. What The Spicy Ethiopian is doing on Queen Street East feels more deliberate than its name might let on.

What is The Spicy Ethiopian best for?

The Spicy Ethiopian is best for sharing, vegetarian friendly, hidden gem, ethiopian, communal, group dinner. The Spicy Ethiopian is a reliable ethiopian choice in Toronto when you want something that tends to land well. Kitfo and Misir Wat also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 568 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at The Spicy Ethiopian?

The Spicy Ethiopian is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 9.8 from 568 reviews

What should I order at The Spicy Ethiopian?

Start with Kitfo, Misir Wat and Ethiopian beef tibs. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is The Spicy Ethiopian worth visiting?

The Spicy Ethiopian holds a 9.8 Google rating from 568 reviews. The Spicy Ethiopian is a reliable ethiopian choice in Toronto when you want something that tends to land well. Kitfo and Misir Wat also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.8 rating across 568 Google reviews.

Where is The Spicy Ethiopian located?

The Spicy Ethiopian is located at 175 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1S2, Canada. Directions are available via Google Maps.

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