Arada Ethiopian Restaurant

About

Ethiopian

Price Range : $11-30 ($$)

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    Yelp rating
    3.5 stars

Location

Adress: 750 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 329-3344

Work Hours

Mon11:30 am-10:00 pm
Tue11:30 am-10:00 pm
Wed11:30 am-10:00 pm
Thu11:30 am-10:00 pm
Fri11:30 am-11:00 pm
Sat11:30 am-11:00 pm

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    Yes
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    Delivery
    Yes
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Accepts Apple Pay
    No
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    Good For
    Dinner
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    Parking
    Street
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Quiet
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    Alcohol
    Full Bar
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    No
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    Accepts Google Pay
    No

Reviews

  • Kaizad Parekh

    star star star star star_border 28 May 2026

    Honestly, when you walk into the place and sit down you notice that the place is usually empty. The chair that you sit on are old and the walls are a bit rough in places. Then you are offered a menu from the waitress/owner. A simple and small menu. We ordered an appetizer and the meat entree with three drinks. The appetizer arrived the way the picture shows. You take a bit and BOOM the flavors of the lentils and Injera take to a place where there is peace quite with the fresh breeze that holds the scents of spices and combinations that your nose cannot believe and the tongue doesn't want to stop eating. Then when you are done and trying to settle in the main course wrapped in Injera arrives. For this one we were impatient and dug in and the picture showed that. This place is NOT recommended for weak of heart and once who feel offended by the cove, this place is rugged sharp on the edges and is not polished like a fork and knife dinner table. HOWEVER, if you desire the intricacy of spice (not just hot) in ways you will not fathom then I invite you to drive down here and get a plate. Oh, and do not forget your friends because trust me the fun of eating together is from the same plate without forks or knives is just part of the heart's desire.

  • Julieanna D

    star star star star star 22 May 2026

    My Favorite Ethiopian place. Friendly waitstaff, amazing flavors. Best Ethiopian food I have ever had. Highly recommend the Vegetarian Combination platter, great value. Arrive early on First Fridays because it gets busy.

  • Amanda Chase

    star star star star star 20 May 2026

    Delicious food and wonderful service. The food is so tasty. We got the spicy chicken. My favorite sides are the greens and curry, unfortunately I cannot remember the name. I hope that I can come back the next time I visit Denver!

  • Emily L

    star star star star star_border 17 May 2026

    Food was great. It is on the pricey side, but wow, it was tasty. However, it felt a bit dirty and gross inside. There was dust and hair all over the chairs and the menus were stained and sticky.

  • Kamyar Karshenas

    star star star star star 11 May 2026

    Take it from someone who lived in DC for 4+ years and has tried every Ethiopian restaurant in the DC area -- this gem in Denver is one of the best I've ever had! The vegetarian combination is absolutely divine. The injera has a perfect zest. It's these subtle little things that make a difference for me. I can't wait to come back and try the honey wine and tibbs! Heimi is an incredible and attentive host. If you're looking for a fancy sit-down place this isn't for you, but if you're looking for soulful food that is made with love this place is for you!

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