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Abay Ethiopian Cuisine

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4.5 of 5 stars 59 ratings
59 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
17
4.0 of 5 stars
25
3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#30 of 1,053 restaurants in Pittsburgh
  • Cuisines: African, Ethiopian
  • Price range*: $1-$20
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Reviews of Abay Ethiopian Cuisine

( 1-10 of 25 )
2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 26, 2008

I enjoy the food, but have been unimpressed by the service. On my last attempted visit, I went with a friend an hour before their posted closing time. They told us that they weren't seating any more people -- even though half of the restaurant was empty. They're not the only game in town anymore though, so we went to... more

5 of 5 stars
Pittsburgh
Jul 18, 2008

I recently returned to Pittsburgh and one of my dearest Friends to dines at Abay often suggested we go. I absolutely loved it. The food was great. The flavor was great. There is no corking fee, so we took our own bottle of wine. The price was great considering the freshness of the food. Very Affordable. Definetly one of my... more

3 of 5 stars
Pittsburgh, PA
Jul 16, 2008

I am very adventurous when it comes to food and I like almost everything I eat. But, this food is odd. The "bread" they give you is the consistency of a sponge. It is meant to "sop up" the meal. The consistency grossed me out. I am sure the food was prepared properly but maybe Ethiopian cuisine just isn't my... more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 8, 2008

Order a couple platters to share. One warning: you will be eating with your hands, so pack some sanitizer. more

5 of 5 stars
Boston, MA
Jun 26, 2008

This was my first time eating Ethiopian, and I loved it. I ordered my meal from a delivery service, so I can't comment on service or atmosphere. But the food was awesome. I have no clue what I even ordered. If you're an adventurous eater, I highly recommend Abay, more

5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 31, 2008

Love it. Great to have Ethiopian food in da burgh more

2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 26, 2008

I thought the food was terrible. All the meats tasted the same. There is a specific sause that they use, which just was not for me. more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 21, 2008

Again, good food but quite pricey. It's worthwhile once in a blue moon. more

4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 20, 2008

Excellent if you're feeling adventurous. Be prepared to wait, and wait staff can be slow also. more

3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 1, 2008

Something unique for Pittsburgh. But I was not unpressed by the menu and the cuisine overall. Fun to go out with friends, when nobody minds to eat with their own hands. more

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Abay Ethiopian Cuisine Address

130 S Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Tel: (412) 661-9736 Fax: 412.661.8739
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.