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Warm, welcoming dining area of Zara Restaurant Bristol with a beautifully arranged traditional messob table, rustic wooden accents, and soft warm lighting.
Warm, welcoming dining area of Zara Restaurant Bristol with a beautifully arranged traditional messob table, rustic wooden accents, and soft warm lighting.
Zara Restaurant Bristol

Authentic East African Cuisine & Warm Hospitality

Welcome to our family-run Ethiopian and Eritrean restaurant in Bristol, where rich tradition, shared platters, and homemade teff injera bring people together.

Close-up of hands skillfully pouring fresh teff injera batter onto a traditional hot mitad stove in a bright kitchen.
Close-up of hands skillfully pouring fresh teff injera batter onto a traditional hot mitad stove in a bright kitchen.
Family Heritage

From Our Family Table to Bristol

Founded with a passion for sharing authentic East African cuisine, Zara is a true family endeavor. Every morning begins with fermenting fresh batter for our traditional injera made with nutrient-rich teff grain.

Whether you are searching for flavorful Ethiopian food in Bristol or comforting Eritrean food in Bristol, our kitchen prepares slow-simmered wots, rich aromatic spices, and an array of wholesome vegan and vegetarian choices.

A colorful feast spread over freshly made injera with spicy lentils, greens, and savory stews served in traditional bowls.
A colorful feast spread over freshly made injera with spicy lentils, greens, and savory stews served in traditional bowls.
Pouring dark rich coffee from a traditional black ceramic jebena pot into small cups with roasted coffee beans nearby.
Pouring dark rich coffee from a traditional black ceramic jebena pot into small cups with roasted coffee beans nearby.
A joyful party gathering around a communal East African dining table at Zara Restaurant with friends sharing dishes.
A joyful party gathering around a communal East African dining table at Zara Restaurant with friends sharing dishes.
What We Offer

Traditions & Celebrations

Every visit to our Ethiopian restaurant in Bristol is designed to feel like coming home to family.

Fresh Daily
Ceremony
Gatherings

Teff Injera & Stews

Traditional Coffee

Private Events & Catering

Enjoy naturally gluten-free teff injera paired with rich meat dishes or vibrant plant-based stews crafted from original family recipes.

Experience authentic Ethiopian and Eritrean coffee roasted in-house and brewed slowly in a ceramic jebena pot accompanied by frankincense.

Host family celebrations or private functions at Zara, or let us cater your special occasion across the local Bristol community.

Join Us at Zara Restaurant Bristol

Come and experience the authentic flavors, warm atmosphere, and genuine hospitality of Eritrea and Ethiopia right here in Bristol.

Get in touch

Address

14 Lawfords Gate, St Jude's, Bristol, BS2 0DY

Contact Us

07831419621
01174018333
zarainjeraqueen@gmail.com

Opening Hours

Monday - Thursday
12:00pm - 10:00pm

Friday
11:00am - 11:00pm

Saturday
11:00am - 11:00pm

Sunday
12:00am - 09:00pm

Visit Zara Restaurant in Bristol, UK for an exceptional Ethiopian and Eritrean dining experience.