AfricanBaker Street
Abyssinia
Cheap, beloved BYOB Ethiopian sharing platters
8.3/10
Local score
No. 38 of 300 places to eat on r/brighton, from 30 locals across 26 threads.
97% would send a mate. Still recommended in 2026.
One of the most consistently recommended cheap eats in Brighton — Redditors praise the Doro Wot, Key Wot and sharing platters, often calling it their favourite restaurant in the city and a go-to for less than a tenner a head. It's BYOB and cash-only, and being small, groups are advised to book ahead.
- Go for
- Cheap sharing platters with vegan options
- Heads up
- Cash only, and it's small so book ahead for groups
What locals say
…friends there all the time, even though I don’t like burgers or fries. Their chicken, mac n cheese and gravy are the best I’ve ever had), - Planet India (authentic Indian [not British Indian] incredibly well done, with amazing service and uniquely written menu) Cheap(ish): - Abyssinia (ethiopian, not vegan, but has a vegan sharing platter for 2 for £17. Super hearty and flavoursome, absolutely recommend trying ethiopian food if you haven’t yet), - What the Pitta (very good kebab meat, nice and fresh), - Green Kitchen (serving every breakfast you can imagine, and their homemade bacon and…
Aren't most restaurants owned by ethnic minorities? Does it have to be ethnic minorities that are statistically "disadvantaged" or can it include minorities who do better than the majority on average? Or specifically just black? Personally I can highly recommend Abyssinia. Friendly owners, great restaurant, great atmosphere, food super delicious. Remember to bring cash as they don't take card.
…(you'll need to book well in advance) Best burgers: The Roundhill, Patty & Bun, Vegan Noms or Halo Burger (the last two might be delivery kitchens only) Best Japanese: Moshimo Best Korean: Time For Kimchi or Namul Best Vietnamese: Milk No Sugar Best (and only) Ethiopian: Abyssinia Best coffee: Pelicano or Bond Street Best cake: Black Mocha Best gourmet nonsense: Erpingham House, Terre a Terre or Food for…
It's called Abyssinia. I highly recommend trying to Key Wot, Doro Wot and a salad (the simple one with chilies). Super delicious. Just don't go there first, because all the next choices will slightly disappoint you in comparison ;)
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