Cafe Ethiopia
878 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110- Rating
- 4.4out of 5(336 Reviews)
- Price range
- $20–30
- Dietary options
- VegetarianDiet
- Summary
- Traditional Ethiopian dishes served family-style with injera bread & eaten without utensils.
This unassuming dive bar on Divisadero has earned cult status as one of San Francisco's finest Ethiopian restaurants, serving authentic, homemade injera and vibrant platters (especially the celebrated veggie combo) at prices that defy the city's dining standards. With roots as a legendary 1950s jazz venue that once hosted Chuck Berry and Billie Holiday, Club Waziema seamlessly blends neighborhood dive bar charm, lively weekend crowds, and genuinely exceptional food in a family-owned space that feels refreshingly unpretentious.
Reviewers consistently praise Club Waziema for its combination of authentic Ethiopian food—particularly the all-you-can-eat veggie platter, kintishara (sautéed mushrooms), and homemade injera—with a casual, family-owned dive bar atmosphere and affordable prices. Multiple guests highlight the friendly, unpretentious neighborhood vibe and highlight it as a reliable spot for both casual meals and drinks, with some noting the food quality surprised them despite initial hesitation about the dive bar aesthetic. While reviewers acknowledge it may not be the absolute finest Ethiopian cuisine in San Francisco, they value it as an accessible, welcoming institution that balances good food with an unassuming, lively bar environment.
Last updated Apr 12, 2026
$20–30
543 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
ZIP: 94117
Rating
4.3 / 5
Based on 155 reviews
Price Range
$20–30
Location
543 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone
+14153466641Loading map...
Address
543 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117
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Club Waziema serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like injera, doro wat, and a variety of vegetarian and meat options.
The price range at Club Waziema is $20–30.
You can call Club Waziema at +14153466641 or visit their website at https://www.clubwaziemasf.com/.
Club Waziema is located at 543 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117 in San Francisco, California.
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