Nunu Ethiopian Fusion

If you are looking for a special place to share with yourself, with family or friends - Nunu Ethiopian Fusion cuisine sets the mood. On my first visit to Nunu, I settled by the window to enjoy a traditional Jebena (ጀበና) coffee. I was treated to the sights, sounds and aromas of pan roasting coffee beans directly in front of me. This would later transform into the liquid elixir known as Jebena coffee. The traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony truly engages all the senses: the sight and sound of the roasting beans clanking against the metal pan, the smell of the roasting beans wafting heavenward, and touch - as one waves the steam over to the face to more fully appreciate its heat and aroma. Once the roasting was accomplished, the beans were then taken to the back to be ground and brewed. The Jebena coffee showed the strength of an Italian espresso, with a softer, more rounded edge or finish to it. The Ethiopian Jebena coffee is fully full-bodied but without the brazen kick of an espresso - the Jebena coffee showing more refinement and restraint of character. Visually, as this was my first time partaking of Jebena coffee, I was amazed by the sight of the incense dancing in every direction (accompanying the coffee). Together with the very friendly service, stylish decor, dim lights, and African trance music in the background, it seemed like I was transported to another world. On my second visit to Nunu, I ordered the Beef Couscous (unfortunately, they were out of the Lamb Couscous). It was the best couscous I have tasted to-date: light, fluffy, and flavourful. Really, really good. On the third visit, a good friend and I enjoyed a Vegetarian Platter which was more than ample for two. The place was packed on a summer Friday evening. The atmosphere was hopping, lively, and conducive to allow for all manner of conversation. On the fourth visit, my dear friend and I arrived on an autumn Saturday late night. In the peace of the dimmed, tranquil interior (having the whole place to ourselves), it was a joy to introduce and share in the magic of the Jebena coffee ceremony together. It was the perfect place to spend a most engaging evening. Thank you Nunu Ethiopian Fusion.

We dined at Nunu yesterday evening, and it was an absolute delight from start to finish! The ambiance was inviting, and service was so lovely. Now, let's talk about the food - both the meat and vegan tasting plates were absolutely phenomenal! Each dish was bursting with flavor and creativity. Whether you're a meat lover or a vegan enthusiast, there's something for everyone here. The attention to detail in the presentation and the quality of ingredients truly sets Nunu apart. And of course the cocktails! They were expertly crafted and incredibly delicious. Each sip was a perfect balance of flavors, and they complemented our meal beautifully.

What a wonderful experience or party of 5 had at this restaurant! We enjoyed a meat and veg tasting platter for 4 and it was out of this world. All the offerings on the platter were so fresh and tasty not to mention beautifully put together! We also thought the beef tartare was delicious! Owner/servers were so kind and nice! We could tell the food was made with love and pride. Loved the Nunu's mocktail.

Nunu is one of my favourites. My best friend absolutely loves it, so we go more often than most other restaurants and have celebrated many of her birthdays there over the last 10 years. The owner/chef Nunu is the best. Her food is consistently delicious, the vegan mixed plate never gets old - she’s always serving something a little different. The salad is amazing with fresh herbs. As a bonus, she always makes us feel special with hugs and a bright smile. Her husband Chris makes one of my all time favourite cocktails (Tej), which tastes like if Christmas and summer had a baby and is perfect as a mocktail too! We take friends there regularly and always have a nice time. It is a true gem of a restaurant.

A cute restaurant with great food and amazing service. The lady who runs it is amazing. She explained the dishes to us, listened to what we wanted, and recommended the perfect meal.

This is such a hidden gem on Queen West. We have been coming here for years and the food is consistently so fantastic. Full of flavour and so delicious. Some of our favourites include the kitfo appetizer, the eggplant dip appetizer, and both the misto platters (meat and vegan). Highly highly recommend!

Very intimate place. The staff were super nice and the food... oh... AMAZING. You can actually share the taste menu with someone else and you should be good, and is also a great option to try all of their stuff. If you're not up for eating, please ask for the coffee ceremony. It's definitely an experience and probably one of the most aromatic drinks you'll ever have. Highly recommended!

My friend Elaine and I just had the most amazing experience here. The owners took great pride in the atmosphere and the experience as a patron. The service was impeccable and everything was so clean. I haven’t been in Toronto in over a year and coming back and experiencing this space was a beautiful experience. Ethiopian culture is beautiful. Thank you to the family… you know who you are. 🙏🏾 Thank you.

My husband and I came to Toronto for a short vacation (visiting from Brooklyn, NY). I have been wanting to take him for Ethiopian food for ages! Unfortunately, our neighborhood is not known for this particular type of cuisine. So, we were delighted to find out that Nunu was just a short walk from our Airbnb in Toronto. First let me just start by saying that the space itself was beautiful. Very calm, peaceful and relaxing. Just what we were looking for after a long day of exploring the city. The food was absolutely wonderful. We ordered the vegetarian misto to share. It was a huge portion of food for a reasonable price. The food was flavorful, well spiced and the injera it came on top of was perfect. My husband ordered the Corpse Reviver as a cocktail and while it was quite strong it was also a wonderful combination of absinthe and other unique flavors. The best part of our experience was without a doubt Nunu and her husband themselves. They were amazingly friendly, warm, open and funny. We also had a wonderful server. From beginning to start it was an truly beautiful dining experience and we could not have been more thankful for everyone's genuine hospitality.

Food was amazing! Service was also great. It's a smaller place, but there was plenty of seating. Will definitely be back

Was taken out to this place as a post birthday treat. 4 stars for atmosphere as it's one of the nicer looking Ethiopian restaurants but 3 stars for food. It's good, decent but nothing exceptional. Having been to Ethiopia I might have high standards lol I think but I still like Nazareth better for food but the atmosphere...not the best lol If you want atmosphere I'd go here, cause the good is good enough.

It was my first time trying Ethiopian food and man, I was blown away by my experience here. We had the Misto Meat platter and there was so much going on that I can't even explain just how good it was. Everything tasted so fresh and wholesome! We also had some tasty Kitfo as an app. Service was very friendly. We really liked the all white, minimalist interior with lit candles and cushions - very cozy and romantic. The giant neon signs by the bar also gave the restaurant an unpretentious vibe which I liked. I also like the the fact that the the kitchen is glassed in so you could see just how everything is prepared. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here at Nunu and I would love to come back again!

Came here after a show at the Drake - it was one of the few places open late at night. I'm definitely coming back here again - the aromas coming out of the kitchen was absolutely mouth watering. From what we saw other diners getting, the portions looked good and everyone seemed to thoroughly enjoy their meal. Because we were here so late we only ended up with beverages. They have a very cute bar that can seat 10+ people and quite a few tables for dining. The service was extremely friendly and taking a quick look at the menu - the prices seemed pretty reasonable. I really wish we were here earlier to order. I was salivating all the way home.

The Ethiopian food itself is fine, but overpriced for the portion size that you get. I paid $18 for what was absolutely a lunch sized amount, with no more than a third of a cup of ground beef meat total. But the Dessert was a TOTAL rip off. 'Fried bananas and ice cream' for $9 turned out to be one small banana halved, with absolutely the cheapest grocery store ice cream there is. If your going to charge $9 for one fried banana, at least serve it with some moderately quality ice cream.

I had Ethiopian food before but I don't recall being this good! Our group of 5 ordered the tasting menu with meat and veggies and we devour it! It was soooo delicious. The flavours were brilliant, the portions were just right and the mix of textures between the meat and veggies was a perfect match. We loved eating with our hands and fighting for the food like caveman/woman. It was a really fun experience. We finished our meal with the Ethiopian coffee. It was so aromatic and full of flavourful. you will love it if you are a coffee fan. The waitress are very nice and friendly but service is a bit slow. You will need to have some patience here.

Been meaning to try Ethiopian food for a while now. Went here for an early dinner (around 5) so it wasn't busy at all. Decided to share the vegetarian sampling platter with my friend which was $18 each. Honestly couldn't tell you what anything is but we enjoyed most of it! There were only a few items we didn't like. I don't think it was anything amazing to be honest, but it was a good experience and nice atmosphere so I would still come back

I went here with my brother to eat before a concert at the Great Hall and it was great. My brother has many allergies and when I called I was reassured that they don't use any eggs, nuts or seeds in their cooking. I loved the pacing of the meal, the flavours, the presentation. The food was delicious. My favourite part was at the end when my brother ordered an Ethiopian coffee, it was a whole sensory ceremony with frankincense (I think) roasting the beans at the table among other things that made it really special. I wasn't even drinking the coffee and it made the evening.

So I came back with a friend who has never had Ethiopian food before. Our experience was amazing. So amazing that my friend said that she always wants to come here whenever she comes to town. The vegetarian platter for 3 was so tasty and the presentation of it - of course made me want to take more pictures! Nunu, which we found out later, has had great training in Ethiopian cooling and takes incredible care in the preparation of the food by ensuring the highest quality of ingredients and freshness of the cooked food. They even offer gluten free injera (extra cost and you have to ask for it). We were paying via a WestQueenWest Gift card. Which was quite new thing to the WQW businesses. She wrote down the info and said that she would process it later. It was impressive to have the "trust" given to us with regards to the payment as our bill was for 3 people. This is not usually the case in Toronto. I did drop back in the next day as I wanted to make sure that they did get paid. As I didn't see the payment go through. Nunu's husband Chris was able to process this for us. We had also wanted to stop by for Buna (Cafe) side for their Ethiopian Coffee Experience which I would highly recommend if you are a coffee fan. The beans were roasted and coffee prepared right in front of us. Included in this experience was the burning of Frankincense gave off a wonderful smell. Nunu prepared the coffee for us and then Chris came back and gave us a wonderful explanation of the beans, the coffee making process and answered all the questions that we had. Not only did we have amazing coffee, we had a great learning experience. We will definitely be coming back as they offer both the Coffee Making Class and a Cooking Class.

Possibly the best Ethiopian food I have ever had - and I have been to Ethiopia as well as a few Ethiopian restaurants in DC, NYC and LA. We had the meat and veggie platter, everything was incredibly delicious even the salad; spices are addictive; injera is the perfect texture and sourness; generous portion. Everyone at the restaurant is so friendly too. The signature cocktail is also delicious. Photos do not do it justice.

This food is flavourful and always fresh! The owners are warm and full of spirit and the best hospitality! The Tej cocktail is like summer and Christmas together in a spicy refreshing beverage. It is by far and away my favourite Ethiopian food in Toronto! The insalata Nunu has fresh herbs, including mint. They always have something new and special, including simple and delicious desserts. Their has always been a spot open on their Queen St. patio.

This is hard to write. Tonight was my third attempt. The food is pretty good, the service is, and there's no other word for it, terrible. Whatever order you place, approximately 60% of it will make it to the table in about 1 hour. The remaining 40% will be forgotten. Asking for it will require another forty minutes. You will not get more water. You will not get your drink order. You will not get your bill the first two times you ask.

From the decor to the fantastic smell that always fills the room, Nunu is an excellent little restaurant. Everyone is very friendly, always willing to tell you about their food and drinks. Chris (the owner/bartender) is always making incredible cocktails and experimenting in new concoctions. I cannot recommend this place enough! The spices are always extremely rich, and is always evidently made with care. I've had the Misto meat numerous times, as i really like the variety. Their beef tartar (I can't quite remember the proper name of the dish) was incredible as well. And if you love coffee, theirs is a must. They walk through the restaurant with their coffee freshly roasted, filling the room with its strong scent. And the coffee itself deserves a review of its own. To add to the great experience, you'll always hear some Ethiopian jazz playing, giving all my senses a great experience. If you're ever looking for something new to drink, the Tej Cocktail is a must! As is the Sazerac if you haven't had one. A traditional cocktail, and the best I've had - the only place I've found that has one to match is way down in New Orleans.

Some of the best Ethiopian food in the city!!!! The place showcases a great atmosphere for fine dining and the owners, Nunu & Chris, are simply awesome!!! The place shuts down food service @ around 2230 and then it turns into a lounge with a live DJ on Saturdays! You gotta check the place out!!!!

I felt compelled to write a review, after seeing others who had a similar experience to ours this evening. While the food was very good, and the atmosphere was lovely, the service was subpar, at best. From start to finish, we found it to be slow and inattentive. When both placing our order and asking for our bill, we had to inquire not once, not twice, but THREE times. Our server, while pleasant enough, seemed far more preoccupied with setting (empty) tables than making sure those who were already seated were well attended to. You would think one review after another echoing each other would prompt an improvement. Evidently, happy (returning) customers are not a priority.

Consistently delicious - I'm compelled to order the misto platter everytime as its so goo. Ask for the delicious green sauce for dipping. Friendly service, good value for money.

More like NONO, re: prices. The decision on a late Friday night was between M&B and Nunu. And since M&B was papered up for "obstructing an inspection", we were left with Nunu. Looking back, we could've gone to Addis Ababa, but the reviews weren't as favourable. Anyway, prior to Nunu, I've been to Nazareth, so I assumed it would be the similar pricing...although their contemporary lighting/décor said otherwise. Nazareth is a dark hole in the wall type place, but I remember paying ~$10 to SHARE with another person. They had cheap beers too! Whereas the veg platter at Nunu was $14/pp. $5 vs. $14 is a HUGE difference! (I don't think any real Ethiopian person would pay this much for food, especially veg food!) Atmosphere: Friday seemed like date night at this place. So that is the vibe. Interesting ethnic music. Ethiopian lady server was sorta in her own world (tipsy), but pleasant, not intrusive. White man (owner?) seemed very nice, greeted people, and thanked them for their patronage. Food: Solid, nicely presented. The different stews were either cold or lukewarm. At Nazareth, I remember them being hot, so not sure about the temperature. There were definitely some vegs that I preferred more than others, the red one (lentils) that was the spiciest was really good! The salad in the middle was also very nice, everyone was trying to figure out what was in the dressing. We left satisfied, but not super full WITH leftovers, re: Nazareth. Wine, beer ($7 for Stella), $10 cocktails (I guess this is pretty standard), desserts (~$9/ea), Ethiopian coffee ($5/cup, 2 cup min.) were also on the pricey side. Verdict: White man's pricing of Ethiopian food. The food is good, for the modest amount that you get, but you pay for the ambiance! If you're trying out Ethiopian for the first time and don't mind a dingier atmosphere, I suggest somewhere you'll get better bang for your buck!

Nunu is on the pricier end of Ethiopian food joints in the city. Their food was good. We ordered a mix of misto dishes which included both vegetarian and meat options. We also ended up finishing most of it by the end. The servIce was decent and staff were quite attentive. Definitely book a reservatIon if you're going on a Friday night. I think the onlY downside is the lighting because you can't see what you're eating but other than that, it's quite decent.

Ended up here after a flopped attempt to eat elsewhere in the area. Admittedly I'm not well versed in Ethiopian food, but this was a good experience overall. Stopping in on a Saturday night without reservations was not an issue, as we got a table without waiting. We went with the Vegetarian Misto (a sampling plate of a variety of vegetable dishes from the menu) and the Misto Misto (basically a sampling plate with 3 meats and some of the veggie options too). Everything was really interesting flavoured, even the salad. The injera bread that lined the platter is unique (especially served cold) and good to create little taco like wraps of the various food items. The hot sauce that comes with the food is pretty darn good too! The food portions at first glance may not seem like that much, but it is all very filling! We didn't even order apps and left completely stuffed from our various Misto plates. My only critique would be that it would be cool if the servers actually told you what you were eating. I know there was chicken, lamb, and beef on my plate but the only one I could solidly verify due to the sauces covering them and the dim lighting of the room was the chicken. Despite the extremely dim lighting in the room, I will say that I love the big hanging light near the kitchen. Very cool design element. Beer menu is somewhat interesting, as they have some standard macro brands but also carry Amsterdam including one "test tap" which is for seasonal or small run beers. Although when I asked what the test tap was I was only told "seasonal" without any other detail, but luckily it happened to be something tasty (a Wet Hop Pale Ale) so there was no issue there. All in all, good times and good new tastes to try.

3.5/5 *Ethiopian cuisine is something that I have never tried before, so coming to Nunu, I honestly did not know what to expect! *Service was quite slow as there didn't seem to be a any servers around. There was only one lady who was both the chef and server throughout the restaurant, hence the food took some time to arrive. *I thought the tasting menu gave us a fair idea of how Ethiopian food tasted like. *For $18 per person, I think the price is quite expensive compared to other Ethiopian restaurants in the city. *Would I come back? Yes, if I'm in the area, however I wouldn't make a trip all the way to Nunu to have Ethiopian food. -Misto meat tasting menu - $18/person: Everything was beautifully placed on top of two injeras, which were also used as "utensil" to scoop up the ingredients. Initially I didn't like the injera which are Ethiopian flat-bread that had a slight sour taste and a spongy-like texture, however the more I ate, the more it grew on me. In addition, there weren't much lentils which I think some people might appreciate. It was a bit hard to pin point exactly where each dishes were on the plate unless you have eaten Ethiopian food before, and in general the food was well cooked. While it was tasty, I found the doro wat (chicken drumsticks) to be a tad too spicy and I wished they would have shredded the meat for us, as it got a little messy while trying to disassemble a drumstick by hand. I found the flavors in the doro alicha (chicken marinated in garlic, ginger, turmeric) to be underwhelming as the spices in the other meat dishes were stronger. Likewise, the Tibs - sirlion beef marinated in garlic, ginger, and rosemary - were quite flavorful but did not stand out as much as the doro wat. I can only identify some of the vegetables which were beets, carrots, sweet potatoes and some pickled cabbages? In my opinion some of the vegetables dishes were leaning towards being quite bland, at the same time I appreciated the pickled cabbages and sweet potato as another means of toning down the heat from the meat dishes. Towards the end, I realized there wasn't enough injera for us and after some online researching, it seems authentic Ethiopian food is usually served with extra injera folded on the side, but at Nunu it costed extra.

I'd recommend if you're unsure what to get the first time you're here that you should try the Misto Misto sample platter. There are meat and vegetarian only sample platters. It has a little bit of everything minus the steak and gives you a good idea of what you may or may not like and honestly I can't imagine there being much that one wouldn't like on the platter. The platter comes on a plate with a large piece of injera (a flat flatbread) and samples presented nicely over the injera. I really enjoyed every item in the platter but my favourite items were the salad, the beats and the spicy beef. I'm actually craving the spicy beef at the moment and I'm 500 km away from here! I also had a chance to try some of their house beer which comes from a brewery in the Netherlands. I had a blonde and it was a decent beer. Very traditional and nothing funky with it. I finished my meal with a roast banana and ice cream which was good. They had cool music going all night and eventually someone came in to play some live music. The staff are friendly and the ambiance is very nice. I'd definitely come back as the prices are very reasonable and did I mention I'm craving the spicy beef?

It was my first time trying Ethiopian food. I wasn't sure what to expect. The food at Nunu was amazing. We ordered the tasting platter (meat and veggies) and it did not disappoint. The flavours were so bright and fresh. The service was great. They also have a gluten free option for the injera. I would definitely come back again. Thank you Nunu for the delicious meal and warm hospitality.

I came here for my birthday dinner because I wanted to try something new. We ordered the platter and shared among 5 people. It was fabulous! I've never eaten Ethiopian food before this, or with my hands for that matter! The taste and flavours that they use in their dishes are amazing! There was a lot of meat and a lot of vegetables to go around, and I love the injera that they provide because it tastes very good with the food. All around, great dish! And would definitely recommend :)

Nunu is a great Ethiopian restaurant in Toronto. It's not my #1 favorite which is Rendez-Vouz over in the east end but I would definitely return to Nunu when I'm in the area. It's run by the two owners themselves and they regularly come out to speak to their guests. The food is great, the prices are reasonable, and the service is good too. That last point is important because just about every Ethiopian restaurant I've been to other than Nunu and Rendez-Vouz seem to go out of their way to define slow service! As you can see, I definitely have no problem endorsing Nunu and I am confident that you'll have a great time when you go yourself. :)

Wow. Unreal flavour. Family run restaurant and you can tell in the love they put into their cooking.

This is a nice looking spot for an Ethiopian dinner; the decor is bright and whimsical. I had read the other Yelp reviews and heeded the warnings that this is not a place known for quick service, so I came somewhat prepared. I enjoyed the vintage signage at the cocktail bar and ordered a Cosmopolitan. There was a 15 min wait for the cocktail (you may ask how can this possibly be? It seemed there was some confusion about who was going to make it as the lady who took the order started lighting candles and washing glassware....um ok...Then another woman who I assumed was also a chef emerged from the kitchen to make it after some discussion.) However after I tasted it, I had no complaints. It was the most interesting Cosmopolitan I ever had, made with real cranberry juice with bits of floating mashed cranberries (not cranberry juice cocktail as expected)- it was strong but perfectly balanced. For dinner, we got the Misto Misto which came with the most delicious salad I've ever had in the center! At first, I was like, what is this- filler food?! Then I tasted it and was hooked! I've never had a more delicious salad. The bits of mint in it and dressing was truly addictive. The chicken drummettes that come with the Misto Misto were fall off the bone tender and everybody eating it appeared to be in heaven. Regarding the 4 star rating: Service: 3 stars just because they were so darn slow, albeit they appeared perfectly pleasant while doing (or not doing) it with a smile. It made me feel like I was in the kitchen of a friend's house and couldn't rush the cook or something, rather than a restaurant as a paying customer. Food: 4.5 stars. Good flavor. I would have liked additional injera included on the side as most other places give you automatically, so you're not just eating the mushy bits halfway through. But overall, very good food.

We had a group dinner reservation here and they were totally surprised when we showed up, but maybe that's just a tactic to get you to have a drink with the bartender. After your're seated, be sure to order drinks two at a time as we found table service slow and infrequent, which surprised me. You would think at a restaurant with low cost food menu items that they would make their money on liquor sales (like most restaurants). We did the coffee ceremony and would not do it again. We would dine here again, but only if someone invited us.

Good service and good food (can only speak to the vegetarian offerings). This place also has a nicer and more upscale feel than most other Ethiopian restaurants. I definitely recommend. Good cocktails as well. (Get the old fashioned!)

I had an amazing experience here. Ordered the Misto misto, which is the meat and veggie platter served on injera and shared with others. Everything on the platter was really yummy, with standouts being the spicy beef and salad. I also ordered an Ethiopian style stout beer whose name I have forgotten and enjoyed it. Afterwards, I had a cinnamon tea that was great. This was the best Ethiopian food I've had. The ambiance, pleasant music, and friendly staff only added to the experience. I'll definitely be back to try some of the other dishes on the menu.

Oh Nunu, I had such high hopes for you. Having been to a number of various Ethiopian establishments in the city, I was looking forward to this slightly more 'upscale' version, and although I didn't leave hungry, I did have some quips.. - Atmosphere: high ceiling, airy, definitely not your typical Ethiopian place, but then again - I'm starting to realize part of the allure of the cuisine is being immersed in the appropriate surroundings. Just personal preference, but I prefer the hole-in-the-wall style of decor, but I do understand this place is going for more of an upscale appeal. - Service: typical for these restaurants. Food came in decent time but bill/payment had to be flagged for, and there wasn't the usual checking on us for more injera or beverages (though they provide a pitcher of water at least so that's covered) - Drink: a quick note - no carbonated drinks/pop of any kind are served. So it's beer or water. Ok I understand you're trying to stick to a more authentic menu but c'mon - no pop? Every restaurant serves that, and plus it's a cash cow for them - it's a no brainer. Serve it. - Food: ok the real purpose.. For $18(or was it $19) you get a meat platter on injera - typical menu item. But, for this price I expected more. The portions were tiny - there was a doro wat drumstick (how are you supposed to share that exactly? It gets a little caveman-ish trying to disassemble a drumstick by hand), a small pile of dry ground meat, and a few strips of beef. Not a good value, and overall much drier than other places. I'm used to the sides being dripping in sauce, so much so that extra injera is needed to sop up the excess. In this case, no extra injera was needed but the sides missed that certain goodness that comes with a more moist version. The injera they admit is not pure teff, and authentic imported injera is available though for $5 a person. Call me crazy - but shouldn't restaurants be making injera themselves? Maybe I expect too much.. The veggie version of the platter was a bit better - definitely more quantity, and price was lower ($14). I like my meats, but if you're indifferent, this is definitely a better value (though still not as good as some other places in terms of the tastiness of the sides) Overall, I realize what this place is trying to do - a more upscale/trendy version of standard Ethiopian fare. Unfortunately, it comes across as underwhelming and overpriced. Next stop: Nazareth..

Went to NuNu last night and I must say, for my 1st ever experience with Ethiopian food, this place was very good. The food was excellent, I got the meat platter (forgot what its called), and everything was spiced perfectly and deliciously. The Injera was actually pretty good, I was warned that it was either a hit or miss for most people, but for me I enjoyed everything about the food. The highlight of the meal for me was the "Coffee ceremony" we ordered at the end. Now I'm not any expert of coffee or anything but this was some amazing coffee. Only downside to the meal was I thought the service could have been a little bit more engaging. As Erin B said in her review below, She did everything she was supposed to do but she could have engaged the table a little better in the sense that ALL of us were Noobies to Ethiopian cuisine and asked for advice on what to order and she just wasn't that helpful. Overall tho, I would definitely recommend Nunu to anybody who wants to experience Ethiopian food.

Thanks to my parents - who drive up from Mississauga at least once or twice a week to dine here - I frequent Nunu quite often. It really is best described as Ethiopian fusion. You get the essence of the traditional Ethiopian you would find at places like Nazareth and Lalibela but with some twists and turns to spice things up. Portions run a bit smaller than some other places which makes for a great light meal instead of that heavy "why did I eat so many lentils" feeling you can sometimes get with Ethiopian cuisine. Some must-try favourites include: *Onion soup made with delicious, rich caramelized onions and safron *Veggie platter with a wonderful assortment of lentils, beets, greens, root vegetables and a TERRIFIC salad (they refuse to give their secret vinegarette up to me, but it's the best I've ever had) *Kitfo (steak tar-tar) made with fresh, locally raised mennonite beef, spiced butter and housemade cheese *Coffee coffee coffee!! Their coffee ceremony is both beautiful and DELICIOUS! I feel like the staff at Nunu have become an extended part of my family and the service is always great. Ocassionally it takes the food a bit longer than you would like to make it out of the kitchen, but it's always worth the wait and prepared with love.

Came with high expectations. we got the tasting menu and while it looks physically huge when it comes when you actually see the different components the amount is quite small and it's mostly salad. For 26$ per person I was expecting a lot more food with a lot more flavour. I might come by to order something else on their menu as the kitfo was quite good. Service was great and the ambiance was nice too.

I'm certainly no expert on Ethiopian food, but I have eaten at a couple Ethiopian places and the food at nunu was the best I've had. I went with four friends for a celebratory diner. We shared a meat and veggie combo and the food was excellent! Some piles of stuff were spicy and some were not as spicy and all were completely wonderful. The only thing that would have improved our experience was a more... involved? server. Our server was pleasant, certainly, and fulfilled the necessary steps of service, but the experience would have been improved if she had, for example, taken the time to explain each of the wonderful piles on the platter of food. We had the Ethiopian coffee service to finish the meal and it was the perfect finale. We loved the ceremony and the smell of the frankincense almost as much as the thick, rich coffee. I'd go back in an instant.

My coworkers were talking about the joy of eating without utensils and although I've tried Indian food, I realized that I've never actually tried Ethiopian! I spontaneously suggested to Francis P. (who is a fellow Yelper) that we must give Ethiopian cuisine a try and used the Yelp app, where this restaurant turned up as the top result. So my fellow Yelpers, I would like to say thank you for being the reliable source that you are. I was expecting a hole in the wall place that may have already been closed, but at 9pm on a weekday this restaurant was still open. It's small but it has a nice dimly lit, but clean atmosphere. We shared a half meat half veggie (misto misto) dish. It was delicious, the flavours were very different and it was a little bit spicy. Eating with my hands was a really engaging experience and I would say that it made me enjoy the meal a lot more. The server was very nice and took the time to explain to us the different components of the dish. And at 9pm, she said that they had fresh creme caramel (caramel flan), which we had for dessert. I highly recommend this place!

Service is friendly but can be slow since the server is also one of the cooks. They also bought me the wrong dish but since they bought me another dish I thought sounded good when I was looking at the menu, I didn't send it back. (I ordered a split pea dish but got the chicken dish instead which if I was still a vegetarian would have been a problem). Also please note that the prices are about $2-$3 more than the menu listed on their website. The food is five stars. The chicken dish was so tender that it was falling off the bone. The salad was one of the tastiest side dishes I've had in awhile. I've had ethiopian food a dozen times in different cities. Nunu might be the best tasting. The decor is cute and the amazing food far outweighs the minor problems we experienced.

Nice decor and ambience, small space. Slow and inattentive service, disappointing food. The food was overly salty, and not as tasty as Ethiopian food typically is. Also found that the injera wasn't very fluffy. Overpriced compared to other Ethiopian restaurants. Other than being on Queen West and easily accessible, there really isn't any reason to eat here.

Of the handful of Ethiopian restaurants that my boyfriend and I have tried in Toronto, Nunu remains by far our favourite. We were so happy that it's been able to reopen for takeout - we've tried both the vegan and meat options and it's all as flavourful and filling as ever.

I came to Nunu with a group of friends for a celebration. The staff were great and the vibe at the restaurant was great for hanging out with some good friends. It's also very close to lots of places to go out to afterwards. The food was pretty good - especially compared to my last Ethiopian food experience!! (I got ill) I tried the veggie platter, which I would recommend to my vegetarian friends, as you get tons of variety. Afterwards we had the coffee ceremony, which I would recommend too - it's pretty neat to see & taste!

love love love! Im not a vegetarian, but if my mom can cook vegetarian food like nunu, I can convert!! They make THE BEST salad in town! Oh that salad dressing! We usually get the meat combo and the vegetarian combo. Make sure you try their version of beef tartar, too! Oh remember I said I could convert to being a vegetarian? yah, don't quote me on that.

Great place for family dinner. Service was good, and food fabulous. Kids had kitfo. We had misto misto. Thanks!

Great food! Wonderful staff. We didn't have a reservation, so they seated us at a long table with. Couple and their daughter. Speaking to them was one of the highlights of our evening.

Of the 5 or so Ethiopian restaurants I've been to in the city this is one of the better ones. I'd been to the Ethiopian restaurant beside this place (called Addis Ababa) several times and had noticed this restaurant while in the neighbourhood. It was a relatively slow late night when I walked in and had the good fortune to speak to the 2 owners Nunu and her husband and they were both very nice (even providing a free desert). I found out that she was actually the sister of the woman who runs Addis Ababa and had worked at the other restaurant for years. The food was very well spiced and prepared but a few of the hot dishes weren't as well heated as I would've liked. I'll have to go back and see how they prepare things the next time. I'm not a huge fan of the modern decor, but I didn't find it offensive either. This place is worth trying out and keeping an eye on!

Amazing food and services we go there ecery week Thank you thank you thank you Blessings

Really good food, nice people. The decor leaves a bit to be desired. When you walk in it looks quite stark and plain, but it's more cozy than it looks. The food is delicious, but if you are looking for an authentic experience, you won't get it here, which may be good for the timid. They provide forks here (without being asked), which isn't my normal experience with this cuisine. Regardless, the food is delicious. We tried the beef tartare and the misto misto (mixed veggie and meat) and everything was really well seasoned, and had a little heat. God injera too. Also of note, they are a testing ground for Amsterdam beer. Tried some really tasty brown ale.

4.5 stars! This was a great first experience of Ethiopian food! My boyfriend and I ordered the vegetarian and meat platter to share, and it was delicious. We went for dinner and the lighting was quite dim, so it was difficult to see what we were eating. Regardless, it was a great experience and the food was very flavourful. It was a bit pricey ($20 each person) but that's expected in the Queen West area.

My first Ethiopian culinary experience. Yum! I ordered the vegetarian misto for $14.. This is a serving of various vegetarian based stews (wats) served on a flatbreak (injera). I could taste beans, lentils, potato...all extremely well flavoured. A tang of spiciness, but nothing killer. It was really good and very filling! My friend had the meat misto, and was satisfied. He has tried other Ethiopian restaurants and informed me the serving sizes were a little smaller here, with more focus on flavouring and presentation. The restaurant itself had a modern look, but with ethic touches. For example the artwork was modern, but there were comfy pillows and a soft fragrance of spices in the air. I liked the little candles. We got there around 7pm and there was only 1 other table filled. By the time we left (9pm) this place was happening. I really enjoyed Nunu's and would come back here. I'm also eager to try other Ethiopian spots in Toronto! Ah..we are so lucky to live in a city that allows us access to such great ethnic meals.

We ate there tonight and it was awesome. It wasn't too busy, but the ambience was inviting. We shared the mixed vegetarian and meat platter, which was delicious and beautifully laid out on the injera though was a bit on the expensive side ($19/person). The total with two drinks and tip was $67. That's good for eating in the area, but you could go up to Nazareth on Bloor, west of Christie, and have essentially the same meal for $35 (your plate won't as colourful though). Overall the food is quite good and you'll leave feeling satisfied. One of the more interesting restaurants on this stretch of Queen West.