We always come here because the food is delicious. We usually get the variety plate that comes with veggies and meat. So good! I also got the ginger hot tea, so simple but so tasty! Fair price, service is great and the place is very cozy.
Vegan Restaurant
First Cup | Ethiopian Restaurant & Cafe
· $$$$ · phoenix · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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We always come here because the food is delicious. We usually get the variety plate that comes with veggies and meat. So good! I also got the ginger hot tea, so simple but so tasty! Fair price, service is great and the place is very cozy.
I’ve been eating at First Cup Ethiopian Restaurant on and off for over five years, and every single time it’s been an incredible experience. The food is always of excellent quality—fresh, flavorful, and consistently prepared with care. That consistency is rare to find, and it’s one of the main reasons I keep coming back. The service is outstanding. The team here greets me warmly every visit, and what touches me the most is the love and compassion they extend—welcoming me barefoot without judgment. That level of respect and kindness goes far beyond food; it’s a reflection of their beautiful spirit. If you’re looking for a restaurant where the food is always top-notch, the service is heartfelt, and the atmosphere feels like home, this is the place. Love and ((HUGS)), Laura Foster Founder, Souls Healing Humanity
I’ve been eating at First Cup Ethiopian Restaurant on and off for over five years, and every single time it’s been an incredible experience. The food is always of excellent quality—fresh, flavorful, and consistently prepared with care. That consistency is rare to find, and it’s one of the main reasons I keep coming back. The service is outstanding. The team here greets me warmly every visit, and what touches me the most is the love and compassion they extend—welcoming me barefoot without judgment. That level of respect and kindness goes far beyond food; it’s a reflection of their beautiful spirit. If you’re looking for a restaurant where the food is always top-notch, the service is heartfelt, and the atmosphere feels like home, this is the place. Love and ((HUGS)), Laura Foster Founder, Souls Healing Humanity
Second time here, and I'll definitely be back. Excellent food and service. As I am not Ethiopian, I don't know much about the food or what is customary, but the Lady here was very nice and answered all the questions I had. I had a vegetarian plate, and I am not leaving hungry. Thank you First Cup.