History
Abyssinia opened in October 2000 by husband and wife Daniel Tekilu and Aster Mengsha. After being at their University Avenue location for 11 years, they moved to their new location in the Mount Hope Plaza. We hope to give you the chance to experience the best Ethiopian food in Rochester. Come and experience the taste of Ethiopia!
Specialties
Since 2000, Abyssinia has offered the people of Rochester traditional Ethiopian cuisine brought here by Aster Mengsha and Daniel Tekilu. The ingredients and spices that make up this cuisine either originated in Ethiopia or were brought there through trade over the Red Sea. Our recipes were passed down from king to king and generation to generation and are now available to our customers. Come and experience an authentic taste of Ethiopia.