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22 dishes
Red lentils simmered in a spicy homemade “Diamond Berbere” sauce
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Mild | Split peas slow cooked in a mild sauce of spices, onion, garlic and ginger
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Seasoned chick pea flour puree, cooked with chopped onions and garlic
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Chopped collard greens simmered with onions and garlic
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Mild | Chopped spinach simmered with onions and garlic
Ask what dressing comes on it, oil and vinegar is the safe swap, and to leave off any cheese.
Sliced cabbage and carrots cooked in a mild sauce
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Potato cubes and carrots cooked in a mild sauce of onions, garlic, ginger, and Ethiopian spices
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
No 29 and 32 not available with this option | Choose any four from 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, 37 (Side Portion sizes)
Ask whether it is cooked in butter or a meat stock rather than oil.
Ask what dressing comes on it, oil and vinegar is the safe swap, and to leave off any cheese.
Light pastry shell filled with dark and light raisins, pistachios, split almonds, shredded coconut and cardamom
Ask whether it contains butter, milk or egg.
A platter of all our desserts: White Diamond, Destaye and Chocolate Diamond, presented to share for 2 to 4 people
Ask whether it contains butter, milk or egg.
Samplers of varied dishes each taste of Ethiopia is served with sambusa appetizer (choose two per person) • Gluten-Free Injera available + Per Piece
Ask what else goes into it besides what the menu lists.
Ethiopian Diamond was the first to introduce this authentic vegetarian dish to Chicago, prepared from chick pea dough cooked to look like a fish Wat (stew)
Ask whether the fish is the plant-based version.
Ask what comes with it, and what each part is made with.
Ask what comes with it, and what each part is made with.
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Ask for the fasting (ye'tsom) version, the vegetable stews are otherwise cooked in niter kibbeh, which is spiced butter.
Ask what it is made with. The menu does not list the ingredients.
Romaine lettuce, fresh tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers and onions, served with a zesty citrus house dressing
Ask what dressing comes on it, oil and vinegar is the safe swap, and to leave off any cheese.
Pickled beets and carrots mixed with freshly chopped tomatoes, onions and green peppers, served with our signature zesty citrus house dressing
Ask what dressing comes on it, oil and vinegar is the safe swap, and to leave off any cheese.
33 dishes
Lean, cubed beef slow cooked in our homemade spicy “Diamond Berbere” sauce
Ethiopian steak tartar | Lean fresh beef minced and lightly seasoned with a touch of seasoned butter and “Mitmitta” (ground chili pepper and spices), rare, medium or well done
Kitfo (03) mixed with Gomen (33) and homemade cheese, served rare, medium or well done
Cubed beef sautéed with onions and green peppers served with spicy Awaze sauce on the side
Lightly sautéed cubed beef simmered to perfection in a spicy homemade “Diamond Berbere” sauce
Mild | Lean, cubed beef simmered in Alicha, a mild onion, garlic, and ginger sauce
Tender strips of beef marinated in fresh garlic, sautéed with onions and green peppers
Shrimp simmered in our spicy homemade “Diamond Berbere” sauce
Mild | Shrimp simmered in our homemade mild (alicha) sauce with onions and green peppers
Shrimp sautéed with onions, green peppers and fresh tomatoes
Tilapia fillet cooked in our spicy homemade “Diamond Berbere” sauce
Tilapia fillet coated with shiro flour fries and topped with onions and green peppers and tomato
Two sides | Whole tilapia fish with your choice of two sides and salad. Served with lemon wedges and a side of spicy Mitmita
Tender chicken legs marinated and slow cooked in spicy homemade “Diamond Berbere” sauce, served Ethiopian Style with a hard boiled egg
Cubed chicken breast sautéed with onions and green peppers
Sautéed, cubed chicken breast simmered in our homemade spicy “Diamond Berbere” sauce
Sautéed, cubed chicken breast simmered in our homemade Alicha, a mild onion, garlic, and ginger sauce
Cubed lamb and fresh rosemary, sautéed with onions and green peppers
Sautéed, cubed lamb simmered in our homemade spicy “Diamond Berbere” sauce
Mild | Sautéed, cubed lamb simmered in our homemade Alicha, a mild onion, garlic, and ginger sauce
A mixture of Doro (chicken) Tibs (13), Yebeg (lamb) Tibs (18) and Zil Zil (beef) Tibs (09) sautéed together with onions and green peppers
A mixture of shrimp, chicken and beef sautéed together with onions and green peppers
French vanilla ice cream served upon light pastry triangles, drizzled with chocolate sauce
A chocolate lover’s dream: chocolate cake, served warm, oozing with rich chocolate. Served on light pastry triangles with vanilla ice cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce
Diamond salad, with marinated, sautéed cubes of chicken breast
5 dishes
Absolute, triple sec, cranberry juice, and a touch of lime
Vodka, sour apple pucker garnished with a cherry
6 dishes
Jose Cuervo, triple sec, sweet-n-sour, and a splash of fresh lime
Vodka, gin, light rum, tequila, triple sec, sweet-n-sour and a splash of coke
Our signature drink, day or night: your choice of vodka with our own special bloody Mary blend
Vodka, triple sec, lemon juice rimmed with fresh cane sugar
16 dishes
Ample tasty red fruit with pleasantly refreshing tart acidity. This Pinot has a bright, pale cherry red with a mahogany color and medium body
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Crafted in a fresh, clean style, this velvety Merlot offers enticing aromas and bright, juicy flavors of cherry, dark berry and plum, backed by subtle mocha and herbal notes
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Ripe plums and sweet berries dominate the nose of this fruity and mediumbodied vintage, with soft tannins and fresh cherry acidity
Ask what else goes into it besides what the menu lists.
A ripe, dark cherry scented bouquet with a hint of apricot blossom, this Cab is medium-bodied with a ripe, generous entry, crisp acidity and very pure
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Smooth, full-bodied with rich mulberry, plum and cassis supported by soft tannins. Deep red in colour and smooth, with good weight and no hard edges
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Lovely aroma of plum, black cherry and herbal mint notes with a touch of spice. This wine shows lots of deep, dark and juicy fruit combined with spicy black pepper
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Lemon-green in color with a lovely aroma of citrus, white peach and apple; refreshing and soft with a smooth, dry finish
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Full-bodied wine with powerful varietal flavours of pineapple, granadilla, melon and green apple, good structure with lovely balancing
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Luscious, with pure Jonagold apple, Cavaillon melon and heather notes, followed by a fresh, lively finish
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Beautifully fragrant and medium bodied wine with hints of peaches, balanced perfectly with crisp acidity to provide a clean and fresh finish. Not too sweet
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Ask whether anything is mixed into it, as poured, most drinks are vegan.
Ask what it is made with. The menu does not list the ingredients.
Jose Cuervo, triple sec, sweet-n-sour, and a splash of fresh lime
Ask whether anything is mixed into it, as poured, most drinks are vegan.
Absolute, Midori, pineapple, and orange juice topped with a splash of blue curacao
Ask what else goes into it besides what the menu lists.
Beefeater gin, dry vermouth, and olive juice
Ask if any of the wines are marked vegan. Most are clarified using fish, milk or egg, and that is never printed on the label.
Ask for it with oat, soy or almond milk if you want it white, the coffee itself is vegan.
2 dishes
This fresh, vibrant version offers luscious flavors of tropical fruit, melon and honey pear, backed by bright citrus flavors and a light peppery finish
Our homemade Ethiopian honey wine/mead is the drink of poets, scholars and royalty. It is as refined as any other vintage with a light, subtle finish