ABUGIDA (አቡጊዳ)
647-358-6030
Specials Vegetarian Lamb Beef Pasta Fish Injera Beverages
1393 Danforth Ave (south side between Greenwood & Coxwell). Open 11-11. Average $17. Happy Hour 4-9.
Savour traditional Ethiopian/Eritrean cuisine at Abugida! Eat the rainbow for good health! Enjoy colourful veggies, spicy stews and curries with injera sourdough flatbread. Our dishes are based on whole foods; many are gluten-free and vegan. Ask for either. Please call us for takeout/pickup and save on fees. We’re open from 11 AM to 11 PM (Map). More about us.
Specials
1. YEGNA for one $23 / for two $27
A flavorful mix of Quanta Firfir (chopped beef jerky), Kitfo (chopped, seasoned beef), boiled egg, kale, and cheese.
2. CHEMBELALA for one $25 / for two $30
A hearty plate of Doro Wat (slow-simmered spicy chicken stew), Kitfo (seasoned raw ground beef), Gomen Be Siga (stewed collard greens and beef), and three types of vegetable side dishes. Available until 9 p.m.
3. DESTA $21
Enjoy Key Wat (spicy stew), Gomen Be Siga (stewed kale with meat), and Alicha Siga Wat (mild stew).
4. HALF KITFO, HALF TIBS $20
A combination of Kitfo (steak tartare) and Tibs (tender lamb cubes sautéed with onion, garlic, green pepper, and awaze).
5. MEAT COMBO PLATTER for one $26 / for two $31
A selection of Kitfo, Gomen Be Siga, Key Wat, Yebeg Leiyu Tibs, and Alicha Wat. #1 most liked. Available until 9 p.m.
6. DORO WAT $17
A rich, spicy chicken stew with a boiled egg and drumstick.
7. CHICKEN WITH RICE $17
Tender chicken breast cubes stewed with onion, garlic, rosemary, green pepper, and optional awaze sauce.
8. ABOGIDA FRIED CHICKEN $19
Crispy fried chicken marinated with our house secret sauce.
Vegetarian & Vegan
Ye’meser Wat $14
Split lentil stew available in spicy or non-spicy versions, seasoned in a mild red sauce.
Ye’kik Wat $14
Creamy, mild boiled split peas in a flavorful curry sauce. A protein-packed option.
Shiro Wat $17
Roasted chickpeas cooked with a rich Berbere sauce.
Veggie/Vegan Combo Platter for one $17 / for two $23
A delightful combination of collard greens, lentils, split peas, chickpeas, cabbage, beets, salad, and Hilbet (beans, garlic, ginger, fenugreek) served on injera. #3 most liked
Shiro with Gomen $18
A thick puree of spiced chickpeas served with collard greens and spiced clarified butter. Not vegan.
Tomato Salad $12
Fresh tomato, onion, green pepper, lemon, and olive oil for a light, refreshing salad.
Green Salad $13
Crisp lettuce, tomato, onion, green pepper, lemon, and olive oil.
Ethiopian Gluten-Free Injera $3.25
Freshly made vegan sour flatbread with teff flour, rich in fiber, iron, and more.
Lamb
Ye Beg Liyu Tibs $18
Sliced lamb sautéed with wine or rum, hot pepper, tomato, rosemary, garlic, and onion. #4 most liked
Dulet $16
A mix of tripe and minced meat with hot pepper, onion, butter, chili, and garlic.
Yebeg Tibs $18
Tender lamb cubes sautéed with onions, garlic, and pepper.
Tibs Firfir $16
Injera soaked in Tibs, featuring tender lamb cubes sautéed with onion, garlic, green pepper, and awaze.
Chacha $18
Charbroiled lamb tenderloin seasoned with spices, onion, garlic, red pepper, green pepper, ginger, and rosemary. #2 most liked
Keywat $16
Spicy lamb stew with a rich flavor.
Kikil $17
Boiled bone-in lamb with mild seasoning of onion, garlic, ginger, green pepper, butter, and turmeric. Served with injera.
Lega Tibs $18
Lamb sautéed with onions, green and red peppers for a flavorful dish.
Beef
Tibit $20
Freshly minced lean beef mixed with mitmita, chopped onion, butter, and a hint of rum.
Gomen Be Siga $17
Tender lamb cubes served with kale, garlic, green pepper, and onion.
Kitfo $18
Freshly minced, lean beef mixed with mitmita and butter, traditionally served raw with a special herb-infused butter.
Dengesa Kitfo $22
Lean beef mixed with butter and chili pepper, served with cottage cheese and kale, both mixed with butter.
Abugida Kitfo $20
A special Kitfo mixed with butter, chili pepper powder, spinach, cottage cheese, and kocho firfir. Served raw or cooked with injera. “The special Kitfo is unique to the restaurant, very authentic.” – Terefe Goro
Kitfo Dulet $18
Kitfo mixed with chopped hot pepper and onion for a spicier kick.
Quanta Firfir $17
Dried beef cubes mixed with pieces of injera soaked in a rich stew.
Pasta & Fish
Spaghetti $16
Choose from a savory tomato or meat sauce.
Fried Fish $22
Crispy whole red tilapia served with greens for a fresh and light meal.
Ethiopian Gluten-Free Injera $3.25
Freshly made vegan sour flatbread with teff flour, rich in fiber, iron, and more.
Beverages
Drink menu: Liquor, Cognac, Wine, Beer, Pop, Coffee/Tea
Traditional Coffee Ceremony 15
For 4-6 people. Made with fresh roasted Ethiopian Coffee beans.
Abugida Restaurant & Lounge
1393 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 1N2 Canada
