Kokeb Ethiopian Restaurant is a family run dining room at 45 Roman Way in Holloway, close to Caledonian Road station. Established by Getenesh in 1999, it offers traditional Ethiopian home cooking in a cosy space decorated with textiles and cultural details. The personal service helps newcomers understand the dishes and choose a balanced meal for sharing.
Injera, the soft fermented flatbread central to Ethiopian dining, provides both the base and accompaniment for many meals. Stews, vegetables and meats can be arranged together so diners can tear pieces of injera and explore several flavours from one platter. Berbere spice, ginger, garlic, cardamom and seasoned butter create warmth and aromatic depth across the menu.
Awaze tibs combines tender beef with a seasoned chilli sauce, rosemary, onions and peppers. Doro wot cooks chicken slowly with berbere, aromatics and a boiled egg, while doro tibs offers sautéed boneless chicken with onions and peppers. Further beef and lamb dishes give meat eaters several preparations ranging from gentle seasoning to more pronounced heat.
Lentil, vegetable and chicken soups can begin the meal, followed by salads and a strong selection of vegan vegetable and pulse dishes. Combination plates bring meat and vegetable choices together and are especially useful for a first visit. Beer, wine and hot drinks accompany the food, while dine in and takeaway service make the restaurant accessible for both relaxed meals and food to enjoy at home.
Address: 45 Roman Way, Holloway, London N7 8XF, United Kingdom