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  1. Barcote

    Traditional Ethiopian

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    On Telegraph Avenue's stretch of Ethiopian spots, Barcote holds its own with a menu that leans hard into layered spice work, the kind where berbere and mitmita do real work rather than decoration. It's a traditional Ethiopian restaurant, injera and communal platters, warm service, and a tree-shaded patio that slows everything down nicely. Come with time to spare and people to share with, because rushing through a spread this generous would be a waste.

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    • Kitfo

      “Whether you opt for a meaty plate of kitfo (spiced minced beef cooked in clarified butter)”

      Michelin Guide
    • Misir wot

      “a sampler of vegetarian stews like spicy misir wot (lentils simmered in berbere sauce)”

      Michelin Guide
    • Atakilt wot

      “hearty atakilt wot (cabbage, potato, and carrot stew with turmeric)”

      Michelin Guide
    • Sambussas

      “try the sambussas ($8.95), which have the crispness of lumpia”

      San Francisco Chronicle

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    Address
    6430 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA · Oakland
    Hours

    Open now, until 10 PM

    • Monday 11 AM to 10 PM
    • Tuesday Today 11 AM to 10 PM
    • Wednesday 11 AM to 10 PM
    • Thursday 11 AM to 10 PM
    • Friday 11 AM to 10 PM
    • Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM
    • Sunday 11 AM to 10 PM
    Phone
    +15109236181
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