Zemam's - Tucson

I have been to many Ethiopian restaurants, and this is one of the best I have ever been to. They offer a great selection of vegan options as well.

*Update 2023: I recently dined here and found the food to be very average, lacking in flavor. The portion sizes are small, with the veggie sampler possibly only being enough for one person. This location was closed and the other location had to close early due to running out of injera.

While traveling to Sedona, I discovered this restaurant through an app and decided to try Zemam’s Too since the original Zemam’s was closed. I particularly enjoyed the split peas dish, which was served with injera bread for eating without utensils. It was a unique and enjoyable experience.

I absolutely loved Zemam’s! So fresh, delicious, and filling. I had the Gomen Alicha — carrots, cabbage potatoes simmered in mild turmeric-based sauce; Yesimir Kay Wat — red lentils, sauteed with onions in a spicy berbere sauce; and Cauliflower — roasted cauliflower, spiced with a blend of peppers garbanzo flour on injera bread. Tear off a piece of the bread, and use it to grab some of the deliciousness!

It was my first time having Ethiopian food (due to lack of availability in my home town) and I couldn’t be more satisfied. The staff were so helpful and assured me that the veggie dishes were/would be made vegan. I ended up getting another All Veggie Sampler because it was so delicious. I would highly recommend eating at either of the Zemam locations!