Nunu – Japanese
Nunu welcomes guests into a vibrant, aromatic sanctuary where the warm scent of berbere and slow-simmered stews sets the stage for a soulful communal feast. Radiant platters of Misto and tender Beef Tibs arrive as a kaleidoscope of color, inviting diners to scoop up rich Doro Wat and velvety roasted eggplant dip with shards of perfectly crisp bread. This intimate space celebrates deep culinary traditions, balancing the bold, spiced heat of Kitfo with the delicate, earthy richness of house-made pate for a truly immersive dining experience.
Queen Street West +16473944044 https://www.nunuethiopian.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, halal, gluten-free, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, plant-based, alkaline, aip, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its high-quality cuisine and perfectly sized portions, guests consistently praise the cozy atmosphere that creates a memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the attentive and knowledgeable service, noting that the staff is exceptionally accommodating and well-versed in the menu offerings.
Menu
Appetizers
- Insalata Nunu - $14: Romaine, Radicchio, pumpkin seeds, Roasted Apple Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bulgur Salad - $13: Mango, Shallot, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kitfo Appetizer with crispy bread - $14: Ethiopian Steak Tartare from mennonite beef and freshly made bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Eggplant Dip with crispy bread - $14: Roasted eggplant, garlic, Berbere, yogourt and freshly made bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nunu’s Liver Pate with crispy bread - $14: Chicken liver pate with Nunu’s berbere and freshly made bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Misto Vegan - $24: Tasting platter of vegan dishes based on seasonal freshness Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Misto Meat - $26: Selection of Doro Wat (Spicy Chicken), Doro Alicha (Savoury Chicken), and Tibs (seared Sirloin) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kitfo Main - $22: Ethiopian Steak Tartare made with mennonite Beef, Berbere and freshly made bread. Rare or lightly cooked. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef or Chicken Tibs - $22: Mennonite Beef or Chicken cutlet with Injera or couscous and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doro Wat - $23: Ethiopian Spicy Chicken with Injera or couscous and salad Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Gluten Free Injera Surcharge - $5: Imported Pure Teff gluten free Injera Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Creme caramel - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Morrocan Pears - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Ketsela Giorgis Pint - $9: Ethiopian style brown Ale on tap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Bottled Beer - $8: Stella, Heineken or Corona
- Handmade Cocktails - $15: Classic cocktails including Sazerac, Whiskey Sour, Cosmopolitan, Negroni, Martinis, Tom Collins, Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Ethiopian style Caesar, Aperol Spritz Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- San Pelligrino - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Pop - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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