Restaurants

Lula's Ethiopian And Eritrean Cuisine

21 Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1HU, GB

Rating: 4.8 ★ (324 ratings)

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The rich aroma of spices greets you at 21 Park End Street, the home of Lula's Ethiopian and Eritrean Cuisine, a family-owned gem cherished by locals. Here, traditional, slow-cooked stews, vibrant with garlic, onions, and often the unique berbere spice mix, take centre stage. Meals are a communal affair, typically served on a large platter lined with injera, a spongy, slightly sour teff flour flatbread that doubles as your utensil. Tear off a piece and scoop up flavourful portions of dishes like doro wat, a spicy chicken stew, or the tender lamb zigni. Lula's is celebrated for its warm, friendly atmosphere and its commitment to fresh, nutritional ingredients, offering an authentic taste of East Africa in the heart of Oxford.

Vegetarians and vegans will find a haven at Lula's, with an extensive selection of plant-based dishes that are naturally gluten-free. Popular choices include shiro, a hearty chickpea stew, and various lentil and vegetable combinations like gomen (cabbage, carrots, and potatoes) or habesha hamli (kale and potatoes cooked in olive oil). Sharing platters are an excellent way to sample a variety of these colourful and well-spiced offerings. Beyond the delicious food, Lula's often hosts jazz and poetry readings, further enhancing its reputation as a cultural hub that celebrates community. Don't miss the chance to try tej, traditional Ethiopian honey wine, for a truly complete experience.

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Opening Hours

Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: Closed

Contact

+44 7843 916756

Comments

Nicole Peterson
15 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Excellent Ethiopian food in Oxford! We stopped in on a Saturday when there was some live jazz, and the space itself is nicely done so it was a very relaxing meal. The service was also great, and of course the food was as well - we shared the vegetarian (actually vegan) combo and a lamb dish. The injera was great but rice is also available. The tej for two was also tasty and a good compliment to the food.
Adrian Vanzulli
20 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
One of, if not the best tasting meals we had on our entire trip. Large portions. Tons of flavor. Great service and a warm vibe. We were visiting during a story time for children and the restaurant was very open and inclusive. We will definitely return again.
Fiona Frank
8 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
The most fabulous food, relaxed decor, friendly lovely staff . I had the tasting vegetarian ngera for one and it was amazing , I LOVED it.
Andrew Cruise
7 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
Delicious! We shared a chicken platter. Spicy chicken and 3 lentil dishes and a potato dish on the sour pancake. All were really tasty. The pancake alone is good, but each of the dishes are interesting with a good level of spicy heat. The honey wine also goes wonderfully with the food. I highly recommend. Enjoyed the live music too
Paul Harhen
6 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
We had the Vegetable Platter for three which was 100% vegan. It tasted delicious. Very different especially with the Injera. We also had a Biscoff Cheesecake and a double Buna. Great service. Nice ambiance.

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