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Meals by Genet

Name: Meals by Genet
Address: 1053 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019, US
Telephone: (323) 938-9304
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.8

Ethiopian$$$East African

Women-owned; legendary Dorowat in the West. Little Ethiopia; Fri–Sun 6–9pm, reservations recommended.

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The Chef's Choice

Traditional Doro Wat

"This is our heart dish. The chicken is marinated for hours in our house-made berbere spice blend, then slow-simmered until it falls off the bone. Served with fresh injera, it's a taste of Addis Ababa right here."

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1053 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019

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(323) 938-9304

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Our Story

We honor the ancient traditions of Ethiopian cuisine, bringing the communal spirit of injera and wat to our community. Our restaurant is a place where food brings people together, just as it has for centuries in the highlands of Ethiopia.

Cultural Roots

Ethiopian cuisine is one of the oldest in the world, with a history spanning over 3,000 years. Our dishes feature the unique flavors of berbere spice, fermented injera bread, and slow-cooked stews. The tradition of sharing food from a common platter (mesob) reflects the Ethiopian values of community and togetherness.

Special Features

Enjoy traditional Ethiopian dining with our authentic injera, doro wat, kitfo, and vegetarian platters. We offer coffee ceremonies, cultural events, and private dining experiences that showcase the depth of Ethiopian culinary traditions.