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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh.It's a'ight.Like everyone said, service is slow. Food was ok. Chicken was dry.Will I go back?Eh.
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Nice enough people, and good enough food, but we ended up waiting for more than an hour for it to arrive. It took them almost 20 minutes to even take our order, and the place wasn't even full.Afrikano...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Only been once, but really enjoyed my meal. The veggie's were great.
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It is better to come early before the evening crowd arrives. All dishes I tried appeared to be made fresh upon order and quite tasty. The spice is not overpowering, but it is enough to make me down...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dined here tonight with an old friend. Interesting experience as it was it was full of all sorts of things that weren't what they were supposed to be. And, yet, everything was lovely. First off, we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't been here in a bit, but I remember having a good lunch. More interesting than many other local food choices.
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Came here in the evening to try the Chicken Yassa. I would say that the food was just alright. hailing from Los Angeles, I guess I had better African regional food. The Chicken Yassa was a bit sour...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ordered the meat combo--the chicken tibs were a bit spicy and flavorful, but the veggies were all lukewarm and not that interesting. I've had Ethiopian other places, so I know what to expect--this...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I want to update this review, not because I've had different experiences in my latest visits, but because my original was inadequate to how good this place is.What I want to add:1. The chicken yassa...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ever go to a place and you smell like the food for the rest of the night and have to clean all of your clothes and wash your hair afterwards? That's what happened to me here. Don't get me wrong it's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was really good.... ONCE it arrived.It took forever for us to get our food and based on the comments here, I think this is pretty standard. In all fairness, I think I only saw one guy doing...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't have much experience with African food, but this place very good.A few of my work buddies and I found ourselves here every couple of weeks when I was working downtown. The food is always...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5, really. I wish it was possible to give half stars.We stumbled out of the rain into this place while desperately seeking food downtown. I'd only had a couple previous experiences with African...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
They're located in the market and they offer cooking classes yet they won't sell you injera? fuck 'em.
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Would love to give them five stars but they have some crazy hours. Big downfall. If you want to go for lunch, you need to check their schedule. Otherwise, the food is VERY good and quite cheap....
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had little to no expectations coming here. The food was very good and inexpensive. I had the chicken pari pari (hope I'm spelling that right) and the hubby had the lamb nibs on the flat bread. Both...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
delicious
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Convenient. Great location if you are downtown. Good for a quick Ethiopian food fix, definitely, not great food. Decent prices
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not really all that spectacular if you ask me. The entire time I was chewing away at my vegetarian platter I kept thinking, "this has got to be from a can." At least the honey wine was good.I'm...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Oh yum. The bread is so good, I could eat an entire meal of it. The curries and peanut dishes.....its heaven. I cant complain about slow service as everyone else seems to be doing. Nothing to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've wanted to try this place since moving downtown but always chickened out at the last minute. What a dumbass I am. This place is golden. I went with a few people and we all shared, which was a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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I'm normally not a huge fan of African food. I just don't like the flat...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my all time favorite restaurants. The owner, Mulu is sooo nice and remembers me every time I come in. The food is HOT! (literally) Being local, I generally only make it to this place in the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
YUMMMM. I've been to this place three times, and have been so happy afterwards each and every time. Their food is full of interesting flavors that I've never had before (the apricot/date/fig chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is how I see it. The food is great - spicy and filling. But is it so great it's worth sitting for a half an hour, while they apparently grow the tomatoes and pick the peas? No, their injera and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for lunch over the weekend with a friend. The food was very good. Great flavor mix, hot, served quickly. The follow up service not so good. I had to ask to get my drink re-filled. That...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went for lunch-I got the veggie combo which was very flavorful, great spices although not very warm. I didn't like the bread but that's probably because I don't like anything that tastes carbonated....
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really had some foul preconceived notions of this place. Don't know why. I really thought this would be one of those slow-meandering-service types of places, with forgettable food and lots of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was reading the reviews this place has already received and I was struck just how easy it is to tick some yelpers off, along the lines of: my server was slow (because the place is super popular), or...
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, what a cool and eclectic menu. The food was good. The food was not your normal meal. It was full of fun and exciting spices. The flavors were wonderful. It was inexpensive and we brought home...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First and most important, they are closed on Monday and Tuesday nights! Only open for lunch until 3. I've had Pan Africa cater many events for me, and they are SO helpful and consistently bring about...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
God, the Doro Wat is good! However, no matter how spicy I tell them to make it I still end up with an American-spicy dish. Not spicy at all. The food is full of flavor and the injera helps sop up...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is good, but I'd much rather eat in the CD or on first hill for really great Ethiopian food with bigger portions for cheaper prices, better service and a nicer atmosphere!I have eaten...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2008
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The food here is good (Ethiopian mostly). However, I was disappointed because...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 01/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Pan Africa with my sister and friends- we really enjoyed the food there. It's really promoting family style dine. The food is really affordable, considering the location in Pike Place Market...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food here was just great. Like most Ethiopian restaurants there were a number of vegetarian options. I didn't ask what was vegan, I can't imagine much of the vegetarian food isn't. Also, you can...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
As a vegetarian, this is a great place to have a variety of options.They have sampler plates, which are fun for sharing with friends.The prices are reasonable and it's always easy to get a table.
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place was solid. Some Ethiopian and African dishes. We asked our friendly and attentive server to bring out a variety of dishes for four people. The lamb and pork were delicious and vegetable...
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
An omnivore, a vegetarian, and a vegan walk into a restaurant...and each was quite satisfied with their meal.I'm not very familiar with African food...can't comment on it's authenticity, or lack or...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Having never eaten Ethiopian food (or any African food for that matter), I was eager to give Pan Africa a try. It was certainly well worth it. The food was absolutely delicious. I had the Doro...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The golden rule of Ethiopian is: always get the veggie combo. It's a one person buffet and variety is the spice of life.Now, I love the market as much as anyone but sometimes it's just too much and I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We were captivated by the smell and were kind of hungry - well my wife had just devoured a piece of Black Forest cake we bought at the market and I had only had 3 or 4 bites because of the high sugar...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I first learned of Pan-Africa Cafe last year when I went to lunch with the editor of Seattle Magazine. Walking along the market, the life of Seattle is always overwhelming. We sat at the table on the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could move in to Pan Africa.The servers, even when distracted, are always welcoming, sweet, and sincere. The space is inviting, warm, and homey, with big solid wooden tables, bright colors,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Pan Africa is a comfortable little restaurant located near Pike Place Market. I go there quite often for the apricot chicken. The mixture of apricots and creamy chicken make my mouth water and my...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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You could go into the depths of the Central District in search for authentic...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I have pretty good experience in Pan Africa: delicious food, friendly staff, fast eat, good price... no complains!! I am sure my dad and all friends I've dined there agree with me. I discovered this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place is really good and really friendly. If you don't know what something is, you can ask, and they'll tell you. Then you'll have learned something! Seriously, this is some delicious stuff, and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I just happened to be in the area.Looking for a place to eat...I need a joint with a john, so many of the in and out eateries were not an option.This place is really great.The staff is very, very...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm going to disagree with the two previous reviews on here. This place is phenomenal, especially when you consider 1) the price and 2) the service.Sure, it's mostly ethiopian food. I really don't...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
With the dearth of African restaurants around, I can't completely tank on this place. They should just come clean and say that they're Ethiopian/Eritrean though. After looking at the menu, I was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Wow, that is so weird, I think I saw Lori W. at this place too!I liked the fact that they focused on more than one region. It had some of the best meaty Ethiopian dishes I've had, but I do think the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love Ethiopian food mostly for its vegetarian cuisine, which was why I was semi-disappointed with this place. We went to Pan Africa when we were showing our friend Pike's Place Market. The meat...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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This is the yummiest African food I've had (outside of the home-cooking my ethiopian neighbors do!)....
judysbook.com - user review - 08/01/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this was my first introduction to africian food and i have to say that i love it. the Ethiopian combo platters are excellent, so is anything they have with okra and the chicken yasa is something that...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I don't know what half of what I ate, or half of how to even pronounce it - but it was tasty. The scary thing is, I don't know what the hell it was! Now.. if you're a fan of adventerous food, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2005
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