The story
Located in the heart of Addis Ababa on King George VI Street, Magit's Restaurant has earned a reputation as a premier destination for authentic Ethiopian cuisine. The venue is particularly celebrated for its commitment to traditional flavors, offering a dining experience that balances health and deep, complex seasoning.
The restaurant is a must-visit for those seeking a comprehensive taste of the region’s plant-based offerings. Food creator Luke Martin highlights the establishment’s incredible vegan fasting platter, which features an impressive spread of over 17 distinct dishes. Diners can expect a vibrant array of staples, including flavorful Shiro, Shimbira Assa, and stuffed peppers, all served as part of a traditional Bayaynatu. Whether you are a local or a traveler exploring the city’s culinary scene, Magit's provides an essential and flavorful look at Ethiopia’s rich gastronomic heritage.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 4 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about Magit’s Shiro, calling it a soulful, perfectly spiced comfort dish. The overall vibe is warmly traditional, with food that feels both honest and deeply satisfying.
“This is a chickpea powder stew cooked with sautéed onions, garlic, and berbere spices. It's really flavorful and creamy.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Magit's Restaurant. Most active: Luke Martin
Magit's Restaurant serves an incredible vegan fasting platter with over 17 dishes — it's healthy, flavorful, and a must-try in Addis Ababa.
Dishes mentioned
Bayaynatu
This is a huge platter with over 17 different vegan dishes served on injera. I love how sour the injera is — it's fermented for a couple of days and you can really taste that. Everything is full of flavor, spicy from the berbere, and super healthy. It's rich in fiber, iron, and protein. I could eat this every day.
Shiro
This is a chickpea powder stew cooked with sautéed onions, garlic, and berbere spices. It's really flavorful and creamy.
Shimbira Assa
This is a chickpea fish — they shape chickpea paste like a fish to replace real fish during fasting days. It's a little bit sweet and very flavorful.
Stuffed Pepper
This pepper is stuffed with tomato sauce. It's delicious but seriously hot — I took a big bite and it made me cry. I needed the injera with ground sunflower to cool myself off.
