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 PM: Shots $4.50, 5 beers $22
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. Abugida is at 1393 Danforth Ave. between Greenwood and Coxwell (Map). We’re open from 11 AM to 11 PM. 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
