Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Cuisine

Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Cuisine brings the vibrant flavors of Ethiopia to downtown Spokane, offering an authentic dining experience that celebrates the rich culinary traditions of East Africa. Located at 621 West Mallon Avenue in the Flour Mill district, this family-owned restaurant has been serving the Spokane community since 2007, operated by Almaz, an Ethiopian-born owner who traveled extensively before settling in Washington State to pursue her dream of sharing her homeland's cuisine. The restaurant specializes in traditional dishes served on injera, the iconic spongy flatbread made from fermented teff flour, which diners tear by hand to scoop up savory stews and meats. Signature menu highlights include Kitfo (Ethiopian-style steak tartare prepared with spiced clarified butter), Yesiga We't (slow-cooked beef in berbere spice), Tibs (sautéed beef with peppers and rosemary), and the aromatic Lamb Tib. The establishment also offers an extensive selection of vegan and vegetarian options, including the popular Vegan Sambusa, Ethiopian Sweet Potato Fries, and Yeqey Ser Salata. What truly distinguishes Queen of Sheba is the authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, a traditional ritual involving three rounds of coffee—Abol, Tona, and Baraka—each carrying its own symbolic meaning of blessing and transformation. The restaurant accommodates groups for communal dining experiences and accepts reservations for parties of six or more. Open Tuesday through Sunday, Queen of Sheba provides a warm, hospitable atmosphere where guests are treated as honored visitors, embodying the legendary Ethiopian proverb that guests are like god.