5 Star Café Eritrean & Ethiopian Restaurant
8450 E Iliff Ave, Denver, CO 80231- Rating
- 4.8out of 5(161 Reviews)
- Price range
- $10–20
- Dietary options
- VegetarianDiet
This intimate Ethiopian gem is a true labor of love, helmed by its passionate owner Ms. Zebwe, who personally cooks and serves every guest with warmth and intention. From tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken in Doro Wot to delicate, perfectly spiced vegetarian dishes and crispy sambusas, every dish carries the hallmark of her culinary expertise and personal care. The small, charming setting combined with authentic, flavorful cuisine at an unbeatable price point makes this a destination for anyone seeking genuine Ethiopian food and genuine hospitality.
Reviewers consistently praise the owner's hands-on approach and warm personal service, with multiple guests noting that she cooks, serves, and manages everything herself while treating customers with genuine care and respect. The food receives universal acclaim, with specific praise for tender meats (particularly chicken that "falls off the bone"), flavorful dishes like doro wat and tibs, well-seasoned sambusas, and standout vegetable sides like lentils and Yatakelt Wott, all served in generous portions at reasonable prices. While reviewers acknowledge the intimate, small-restaurant setting and slower service pace as trade-offs, they consistently frame these as acceptable—even desirable—characteristics of an authentic, home-cooked dining experience.
Last updated Apr 12, 2026
$10–20
7225 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220
ZIP: 80220
Rating
4.7 / 5
Based on 542 reviews
Price Range
$10–20
Location
7225 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220
Phone
+13033999442Address
7225 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220
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Queen of Sheba Restaurant serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like injera, doro wat, and a variety of vegetarian and meat options.
The price range at Queen of Sheba Restaurant is $10–20.
You can call Queen of Sheba Restaurant at +13033999442 or visit their website at http://www.queenofshebadenver.com/.
Queen of Sheba Restaurant is located at 7225 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80220 in Denver, Colorado.
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