Restaurant
African Taste Cafe
3011/124 Victoria St, Seddon VIC 3011, Australia
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3011/124 Victoria St, Seddon VIC 3011, Australia
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Plan your visitAbout African Taste Cafe
Seddon locals head to African Taste Cafe for comforting Ethiopian home cooking you rarely find elsewhere. The drawcard is genfo—frequently described by diners as rich African gnocchi—alongside crisp-fried fish swimming in creamy garlic sauce. Spongy, tangy injera arrives warm for tearing and scooping up spicy stews, while cold Ethiopian lager keeps things easygoing at the table.
- Signature Genfo & Fufu: House specialty genfo—paired with lamb or chicken—offers a dense, comforting texture likened to African gnocchi.
- Crispy Fish Specialty: Crispy battered fish paired with creamy garlic sauce and rice remains a staple crowd favourite.
- Ethiopian Lager & Wine: Imported Ethiopian lagers and wines poured at honest, neighborhood-friendly prices.
What's On at African Taste Cafe
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose African Taste Cafe
Discover signature African dumplings, vibrant community warmth, and exceptional dining value in Seddon.
Rare Genfo & African Gnocchi Textures
African Taste Cafe prepares unique house-specialty genfo—often described by patrons as African gnocchi or lamb/chicken fufu—offering a distinct, comforting texture rarely encountered elsewhere.
Never had a food with that kind of texture ever before and I love it.
Viks E Tangy Spongy Injera Flatbread
Dishes are accompanied by freshly prepared, spongy injera flatbread crafted to soak up bold, savory African stews and spiced entrees.
all mopped up with delicious tangy spongy injera bread.
Melissa Kaulfuss Welcoming Guidance for Group Exploration
First-timers and groups dining together are warmly guided through menu selections and sharing plates with personalized, friendly advice.
staff was so friendly and kind helping us pick dishes.
reira osaki Community-Focused Family Hospitality
Guests are welcomed into a vibrant, family-run atmosphere filled with music and genuine care, fostering a community dining setting.
It made us feel like more than just diners; we felt like part of the community.
Jacinda Pappas Hearty Portions at Fair Value
Diners receive generous serving sizes that ensure satisfying, hearty meals without inflated neighborhood dining prices.
The food is so reasonably priced, the serving sizes leave you stuffed
Danielle Bee Accessible Ethiopian Beers and Wines
The beverage menu complements traditional stews and dumplings with imported Ethiopian lager and wine at accessible, wallet-friendly prices.
Ethiopian beer and wine at extremely reasonable prices. Highly recommend the Ethiopian lager - $6.
Maddie Latham
Most popular items
Signature mains and unique traditional specialties
crispy fish
The fish was perfectly crispy and paired with a creamy garlic sauce that was full of flavour.
Soup Sniffer lamb fufu
The lamb fufu was rich, creamy, and comforting – honestly delicious.
Soup Sniffer African enchilada
We had African enchilada which came with a salad and Genfo African Fufu with cheese and spinach, all mopped up with delicious tangy spongy injera bread.
Melissa Kaulfuss asa kitfo
It's definitely delicious specially their asa kitfo and crispy fish with creamy sauce and rice to die for
Bontu Ali
Other favorites
Appetizers, sides, and traditional drinks to accompany your meal
beef samosas
For entrees we tried the beef samosas and they were incredible. The pastry was soft, crispy, and just melted in your mouth.
Soup Sniffer cauliflower
Cauliflower is a great entree.
Maddie Latham Katenya
The spinach and ricotta genfo African fufu and Katenya are incredible.
Alice P Ethiopian lager
Ethiopian beer and wine at extremely reasonable prices. Highly recommend the Ethiopian lager - $6.
Maddie Latham
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the house specialties to try?
Guest favorites frequently highlight the genfo (also described as African fufu or gnocchi) in lamb, chicken, or cheese and spinach preparations, as well as the crispy fish paired with creamy sauce, beef samosas, crumbed cauliflower, and rich stews served with tangy injera bread.
Do they serve Ethiopian beer and wine?
Yes. In addition to a variety of dishes, African Taste Cafe serves Ethiopian beer and wine at reasonable prices.
Is the restaurant suitable for group dining?
Yes. The cafe accommodates groups with shareable entrees, mains, and tasting plates, and offers dine-in seating with attentive table service.
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