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Cafe MassawaA

3153 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 · East African restaurant, Eritrean restaurant, Ethiopian restaurant · Morningside Heights

Welcoming Eritrean/Ethiopian cafe with excellent stews, warm hospitality, and strong vegan options at moderate prices; best for flavorful, shareable meals with injera.

Why this grade

Cafe Massawa exemplifies grade A standards through exceptional food quality anchored in deeply flavorful, authentic stews and standout injera, paired with genuinely warm, proactive hospitality that makes diners feel genuinely cared for. Strong repeat-visitor loyalty and upward momentum since opening confirm this is a neighborhood gem delivering consistent excellence in East African cuisine, with thoughtful accommodations for diverse dietary needs.

One caveat: Small room can fill quickly at peak times

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Opening Hours

Monday11:45–21:00 Tuesday11:45–21:00 Wednesday11:45–22:00 Thursday11:45–22:00 Friday11:45–22:00 Saturday11:45–22:00 Sunday11:45–22:00
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