The story
Teddy’s Snack has quickly established itself as a standout destination in Addis Ababa for those seeking an authentic morning meal. This local favorite specializes in a unique fusion of Arabic and Ethiopian breakfast traditions, offering a welcoming atmosphere that captures the vibrant spirit of the city’s culinary scene.
The menu is defined by its commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients. Food creator Luke Martin, who visited the spot during his 72-hour tour of the city, praised the restaurant for its "excellent" offerings. He specifically highlighted the fatteh and ful as standout dishes, noting that the flavors are both fresh and deeply satisfying. Whether you are a local or just passing through, Teddy’s Snack provides a flavorful, reliable start to the day that shouldn't be missed.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about Teddy’s Snack’s creamy, spiced ful as a must-try, calling it a soulful, comforting bowl of fava beans. The overall vibe is warm, unpretentious, and deeply satisfying.
“This is fava beans mixed with a tomato and berbere sauce, red and green chili, minced onions, and chilies. It's served in a personal pan. It's not too spicy — perfect. There's a little bit of garlic and it's almost a little bit sweet. This is the type of vegan food I would eat every day.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Teddy's Snack. Most active: Luke Martin
Teddy's Snack serves excellent Arabic-Ethiopian breakfast dishes like fatteh and ful — fresh, flavorful, and a great local spot.
Dishes mentioned
Fatteh
This is a popular breakfast dish here. We ripped up fresh bread and mixed it with tomato sauce, berbere spice, garlic, oil, and yogurt. We ordered the special version with scrambled eggs even though it's a fasting day — it's really, really good. The bread gets soggy and soaks up all the juices, which makes it even more delicious.
Ful
This is fava beans mixed with a tomato and berbere sauce, red and green chili, minced onions, and chilies. It's served in a personal pan. It's not too spicy — perfect. There's a little bit of garlic and it's almost a little bit sweet. This is the type of vegan food I would eat every day.
