Den Den Restaurant

I wasn't a fan of East African food until my neighbors brought me to Den Den. Wow. What an experience and such tasty food! We were happily greeted by the waitress and seated to a table for the 6 of us. We got two large plates: one filled with meat dishes and one that was vegetarian. Both spectacular. The waitstaff is helpful in deciding what dishes you may like - although I think it'd be difficult to find one that isn't likeable.

I want this business to do well as it is local and family owned. I think it is a quality place. The honey wine is a fun accompaniment. At some point I need to order the coffee service.

I was visiting Chicago last weekend and staying in the Roger's Park area. So glad I found Den Den for dinner. I ordered the veggie combo and it was delicious. The shiro was spicy, the lentils were rich in flavor, and the injera was fresh. The service was great, the portion of food was perfect, and the interior was decorated nicely. This was a true Ethiopian experience and I would recommend Den Den to anyone. Thank you from Nashville!

not as good as ras dashen, but an interesting change.  this is eritrean food, which is a little different than ethiopian food.  main difference is the spices.  eritrean usually has more of a curry & cardamom influence. i prefer ethiopian.  however, i had the best coffee in my life here!  so maybe it's worth it just for that.  they smoked the beans by hand, then carried them around the restaurant waving smoke around for all to smell.  then they took the beans back and brewed them.  served in a giant gourd.  was yummy!  parking is easy.