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User Reviews on Gibe African Restaurant
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 comments
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Food 6 |
Ambience 2 |
Service 7 |
Value 7 |
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Having never had African before our table of 5 didn't really know what to expect, being the only table there at 7.30 was a slightly worrying sign, and only one other table sat down in the two hours we were there.
Its a very plan space and the restrooms were an adventure?! (but you find that in a few Asian or Indian restaurants so). However, the waiter was friendly and the food was ok. I can't rate it on its authenticity having never tried Etheopian but everyone seemed to rate it as good, not great but nice enough. Wouldn't go back but glad we did try it, it was definitely an experience!
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Katetie -
See my reviews 1 , 05 June 2010
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Food 7 |
Ambience 4 |
Service 4 |
Value 8 |
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Food good value, wine list poor.
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caloz -
See my reviews 1, 31 May 2010
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Food 8 |
Ambience 4 |
Service 9 |
Value 7 |
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First time trying African food. Had a Saturday voucher so went for lunch yesterday. Unfortunately, it didn't say on the voucher or on the menu (the voucher was the same as their normal buffet pricing $25 p/p) buffet was only for dinner. Luckily we also had a buy 1 main get the other half price. Great food. Had a chicken dish (yedorro tibs) and beyayanetu yefisge watt (good value) which had a bit of everything, similar to an authentic thali dish fm India.
I didn't like the taste of the injera but my partner loved it. It's the fluffiest and softest giant picklet ever, top looks like crumpets. It tastes tangy. Used like naan to eat with the dishes. You can order rice instead. And yes, there was cutlery on the tables lol. We shared both dishes, too full to finish every scrap. If you're unused to chilli, let the waiter suggest dishes but might have to ask what has been brought out if you're unfamiliar with the cuisine.
Very friendly service, fantastic introduction to African cuisine. Food must be good as a few Africans came in for lunch. Wine only by the bottles. Unfortunately, there didn't seem to be any desserts on the menu. Def will be back to try the buffet another day. Simple and plain looking restaurant, amenities need some attention. http://www.gibeafricanrestaurant.com.au/
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Eaterer -
See my reviews 36, 30 May 2010
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Food 10 |
Ambience 8 |
Service 10 |
Value 10 |
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A very plain restaurant, but the friendly and helpful service, and absolutely mouth-watering food was second to none!
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eclectic62442 -
See my reviews 2, 01 July 2009
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Food 10 |
Ambience 8 |
Service 10 |
Value 10 |
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Fantastic service, great food and excellent value for money!!
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swmbo -
See my reviews 1, 16 March 2008
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Food 10 |
Ambience 8 |
Service 9 |
Value 10 |
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This is the best African restaurant in Melbourne. The food is AUTHENTIC, flavorsome and great value. You will NOT go home hungry. Staff are extremely friendly. Make sure you have Ethiopian coffee. Will be back soon.
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anthonybeg -
See my reviews 40, 22 February 2008
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Food 10 |
Ambience 6 |
Service 10 |
Value 10 |
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I think Ethiopian food is going to be the next big thing in ethnic food. The Gibe Restaurant is quite basic in its set up, but more than makes up for it in friendly service, good food and value for money. The staff are fantastic and only too happy to help you choose dishes if you are unfamiliar with the cuisine. Try eating the authentic way where a group of people share a large platter covered with injera (ethiopian flat bread), topped with various dishes, which are then eaten with the fingers.
Be aware that the food can be spicy. There are also a number of vegetarian dishes to choose from. Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee, so don't forget to try a cup or two or three. A lovely experience all around.
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SerenaL -
See my reviews 1, 14 January 2008
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Highly Recommended |
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Food 10 |
Ambience 7 |
Service 9 |
Value 9 |
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A fantastic Cafe Restaurant with wonderful authentic African/Ethiopian food. I recommend the buffet on a Saturday night, particularly for those who have not eaten African food before. It gives you the opportunity to sample several dishes. This is a more casual restaurant and provides value for money and an interesting culinary experience.
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Dreamcatcher7 -
See my reviews 1, 12 April 2007
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