Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant – Ethiopian
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant invites guests into a world of communal warmth, where the air is thick with the aromatic dance of berbere spice and slow-simmered stews. Vibrant platters of tender lamb wot and sizzled chicken tibs are served atop pillowy layers of tangy injera, encouraging a tactile dining experience meant for sharing. From the first bite of a golden, crispy sambusa to the rich, complex depths of traditional doro wot, every dish celebrates the soulful heritage and bold, layered flavors of the Ethiopian highlands.
2630 Orchard Street, Lincoln NE 68503 https://tirurestaurant.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Ethiopian
Price range: $
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Halal at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil Soup, Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo) and Guava Juice (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Doro Wot, Lamb Tibs and Shiro. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil Soup, Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo) and Guava Juice (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil Soup, Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo) and Guava Juice (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil Soup, Alicha Kik and Shiro. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Alicha Kik and Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 10 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil Soup, Small Bowl of Sauce or Stew and Beef Tibs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant in Lincoln has 12 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil Soup, Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo) and Guava Juice (Large). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Doro Wot | 1.3 g | 51.1 g |
| Kitfo | 17.4 g | 43.9 g |
| Lentil Soup | 53.8 g | 29.1 g |
| Chicken Tibs | 1.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Family Platter | 32.4 g | 23 g |
| Small Bowl of Sauce or Stew | 7.2 g | 22.9 g |
| Shiro | 15.1 g | 21.6 g |
| Alicha Kik | 46.6 g | 15.9 g |
| Lamb Tibs | 2.4 g | 14.8 g |
| Beef Tibs | 37.2 g | 6.8 g |
| Sambusa (2 Pieces) | 38.9 g | 5.8 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its approachable dinner selections, guests find that the menu consistently meets expectations for a reliable and satisfying meal. Reviewers highlight the friendly nature of the staff, who contribute to a welcoming environment perfect for those seeking a pleasant and unhurried dining experience. The atmosphere is often described as relaxed, with diners appreciating the dependable quality of the food and the warm, attentive service provided throughout their visit.
Menu
Appetizers
- Sambusa (2 Pieces) - $6.99: Lightly fried pastry dough filled with onion, green pepper and lentil filling. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lentil Soup - $7.99: Homemade lentil soup with a richness of Ethiopian spices and vegetables, including leeks, parsley, onion and garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Main Courses
- Meat Combo (For Two) - $24.99: Doro wot, beef tibs and key wot, lamb alecha wot and homemade cottage cheese served with organic spring mix salad and 100% Teff enjera.
- Lamb Wot (Lamb Stew) - $18.99: Tender pieces of lamb simmered in berbere sauce, seasoned with ginger, cardamom, carrot, potato and turmeric served with 100% Teff enjera
- Key Wot (Beef Stew) - $17.5: Tender pieces of beef simmered in berbere sauce, seasoned with ginger, cardamom, carrot, potato and turmeric served with 100% Teff enjera.
- Chicken Tibs - $14.99: Tender chicken served hot or mild with onions, jalapeno, rosemary and fresh tomato, seasoned with garlic and herbed sauce. Served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Beef Tibs - $15.99: Tender beef served hot or mild with onions, jalapeno, rosemary and fresh tomato, seasoned with garlic and herbed sauce. Served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Lamb Tibs - $16.99: Tender lamb served hot or mild with onions, jalapeno, rosemary and fresh tomato, seasoned with garlic and herbed sauce. Served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Doro Wot - $17.5: Chicken and a hard boiled egg seasoned with garlic and ginger, sauteed with herbed butter then simmered in berbere sauce. Served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Kitfo - $19.99: Finely chopped tender beef seasoned with herbed butter sauce and hot chili powder (Mitmita) served raw, slightly cooked, or well done, with homemade cheese on the side. Served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo) - $19.99: Yellow split pea stew, spicy red lentils, collard greens, cabbage, whole lentils, shiro, French beans, spiced potato stew, beets and salad, all seasoned with berbere sauce, canola oil, onions, garlic, ginger and turmeric. Served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Shiro - $14.99: Highly seasoned chickpea powder simmered in canola oil or spiced butter, served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Bozena Shiro - $15.99: Highly seasoned chickpea powder simmered in canola oil or spiced butter with tender pieces of beef, served with 100% Teff enjera.
- Key Misir - $13.99: Split red lentils simmered in berbere sauce, seasoned with ginger root and cardamom served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Alicha Kik - $12.99: Split yellow pea stew slow cooked in a mild sauce of spices, onion, garlic, ginger and turmeric served with 100% Teff enjera. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Alicha Misir (Lentil Stew) - $12.99: Whole lentil stew, slowly cooked in a mild sauce of spices, onion, garlic, ginger, and turmeric, served with 100% Teff enjera.
- Family Platter - $44.99: Feeds about four people. Combines curry plus berbere-based stews of lamb, beef, chicken drumsticks and egg. Includes whole and cracked lentils, yellow split peas, chickpea powder, cabbage, collard greens, carrots, potatoes, and beets. Served with 100% whole Teff enjera.
Sides
- Small Bowl of Sauce or Stew - $5: Choice of Alicha Kik, Key Misir, Alicha Misir, Collard Greens, Cabbage, French beans, or Baked beets Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Enjera - $1.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Rice - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Sparkling Water - $2.99
- Bottled Soda - $2.99
- Bottled Water - $1.5
- Mango Juice (Small) - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Mango Juice (Medium) - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Mango Juice (Large) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Hot Tea - $2.5
- Coffee - $2.99
- Guava Juice (Small) - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Guava Juice (Medium) - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Guava Juice (Large) - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features fifteen diverse items including meat combos, stews like doro wot, and extensive vegan options such as beyaynetu.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features vegan options like Sambusa and Beyaynetu, though specific keto, gluten-free, or low-carb designations are not provided.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the friendly, attentive staff, the welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, and the dependable quality of the approachable dinner selections.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews highlight no specific concerns, instead praising the friendly staff, dependable food quality, and welcoming, relaxed atmosphere for diners.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this budget-friendly spot offers a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere and communal platters perfect for a casual date.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a communal, tactile dining experience by sharing large platters like the Meat Combo for Two in a relaxed, unhurried environment.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Menu standouts include sambusa, meat combo for two, lamb wot, chicken tibs, doro wot, kitfo, and the vegan beyaynetu combo.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- Contact Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant by visiting their official website at https://tirurestaurant.com/ for more information and direct inquiries.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided information does not specify current hours of operation, though the restaurant maintains an active website at tirurestaurant.com.
- Is Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant halal-friendly?
- Yes. Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lentil Soup, Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo) and Guava Juice (Large).
- What can I eat at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant on a halal diet?
- Lentil Soup, Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo) and Guava Juice (Large) carry the halal tag, out of 13 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Lentil Soup and Beyaynetu (Vegan Combo).
- What is the highest-protein dish at Tiru Ethiopian Restaurant?
- Doro Wot, at roughly 51.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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