Local Ethiopian Food Tour in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Local Ethiopian Food Tour

Outty Ranking 55 4.0 · 7 traveler reviews7.2 hoursFrom $86

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55/100

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Is Local Ethiopian Food Tour worth booking?

Local Ethiopian Food Tour is a 7.2-hour experience in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from $86 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
4/5 (7)
Duration
7.2 hours
From
$86 per person

Join us for a walking Food Tour through one of Addis Ababa's neighborhoods where we will sample all kinds of Ethiopia's famous food! We will visit three restaurants, a juice house and coffee house sample vegetarian dishe

What you get

  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

About this experience

Join us for a walking Food Tour through one of Addis Ababa's neighborhoods where we will sample all kinds of Ethiopia's famous food! We will visit three restaurants, a juice house and coffee house sample vegetarian dishes, beef dishes and fresh fish. The tour starts at 7am and ends around 8pm.

What's included

Included

  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • Tea and coffee

Not included

  • Services which are not listed on the inclusion

What you'll see and do

  1. Addis Ababa

    The tour starts in the Addis Ababa's Atlas neighborhood with a welcome drink or coffee. From there we set off on foot to a family owned restaurant serving our favorite vegetarian dishes in the country. As we walk through the neighborhoods, our guides will share lots of information about Addis Ababa and the history and culture of the country. Next we visit Addis Ababa's most famous meat house followed by a fish restaurant. We'll refuel with some coffee and have a fresh juice for dessert! At every stop we'll try beers from different parts of the country. The tour ends around 8pm.

    480 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
ar, de, en, it, fr, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Ethio Travel And Tours

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Food and drink

5 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

The guide

2 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Traveler reviews

7 verified traveler reviews for Local Ethiopian Food Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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160biniamk · December 2023

Good Way to Experience

I went on the combined Addis overview tour and evening food tour. The first is a food. Ethiopian food is great but can be a little jarring in the beginning. Also, finding good eateries in the city can be a challenge.

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prokysdad · February 2020

Delicious fun!

ETT provided us with another fun adventure in Addis. Our guide Leul was fantastic. We started by going the fruit and vegetable market. The size and amount of chaotic activity is really something to be seen. Its every bit as amazing as the merkato. Next we went for breakfast. Leul took care of ordering. I highly recommend the mixed mango, pineapple and avacodo juice. Next it was off to make injera. The three of us on the tour failed miserably. It is much harder than it looks. Finally we headed to lunch and some wonderful shiro. The only draw back to this tour is you do spend a good amount of time in a vehicle due to the traffic in Addis, but you get to see day to day life first hand. A great experience.

via Tripadvisor

30derekn · January 2020

Real Fun.

The local Ethiopian food tour went more than I expected. Ethio Travel and Tours delivered everything perfectly, the tour have so amazing destinations to taste amazing Ethiopian cultural foods which really was so good.

via Tripadvisor

Compass828505 · December 2019

Unique Culture

I booked this local Ethiopian food tour with Ethio Travel and Tours. And the tour really was so much fun they took me to different places which serves different Cultural dishes and it was so amazing I enjoyed it so much.

via Tripadvisor

leuela · December 2019

So much cultural places...

The Local food tour was so amazing there are so many different kinds of dishes in Ethiopia and they are so delicious. The tour guide took me to diffrent places which serve cultural foods, which was do amazing I really enjoyed this trip so much.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
7.2 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
5+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$86 to $100
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
2
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 55

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
Review evidence (18% weight)35
Booking momentum (14% weight)23
Value for money (12% weight)50
Listing quality (10% weight)80
Local standing (8% weight)23
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Local Ethiopian Food Tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Addis Ababa.

How much does Local Ethiopian Food Tour cost?

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Prices start at $86 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Addis Ababa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Local Ethiopian Food Tour take?

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Plan for about 7.2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Addis Ababa is not rushed.

Is Local Ethiopian Food Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Addis Ababa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Local Ethiopian Food Tour?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Local Ethiopian Food Tour suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7.2-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Local Ethiopian Food Tour?

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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Addis Ababa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Addis Ababa and add a light layer if any part of the 7.2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Local Ethiopian Food Tour start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Addis Ababa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Addis Ababa?

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On Outty we rank every Addis Ababa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Addis Ababa Authentic Private City Tour, Full Day Tour of Addis Ababa with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off, Day Trip From Addis Ababa See Historical Monastery,Stunning Nature,Animals,Birds. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Addis Ababa?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Addis Ababa?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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