Lucy - Cape Town

I place a high value on portion size when dining out, and I must say this restaurant exceeded my expectations in that regard compared to Addis! The staff were extremely friendly and the food was delicious.

The staff at this restaurant were extremely friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious, with a special mention for the coffee which is a must-try and reasonably priced. We tried both the veggie and meat platters and everything was flavorful and aromatic.

I decided to try out this small restaurant after finding a deal on Entertainer. It turned out to be a delightful experience. The service was top-notch, with attentive and friendly staff. I have a soft spot for Ethiopian cuisine and we left feeling satisfied after our meal, even though it didn't seem like a lot at first. The flavor combinations were spot-on and we enjoyed ordering both a vegetarian and a meat dish. The Ethiopian coffee was a treat, served with popcorn and a stick of incense. I will definitely be returning soon!

I love Ethiopian cuisine and have made it a personal goal to dine at every Ethiopian restaurant in Cape Town.  Last night we dined at Lucy, named after Lucy (Australopithecus) the oldest human remains found in Ethiopia.  I rate Lucy the very best there is in our beautiful city.  Excellent food, beautiful decor and superb service.  We had the meat and veg platter with an extra serving of Shiro (my favourite dish by which I measure an Ethiopian restaurant's quality).  The Shiro at Lucy is the very best in the city.  I cannot wait to return!  This truly is the best Ethiopian restaurant in Cape Town.

Walking in off the street, it doesn't look like much but the magic happens upstairs. A wooden staircase on the side of the bar leads you to the restaurant upstairs a warm, dimply lit romantic nook, adorned with mesoba and the colours and textures of Ethiopia. Ideal for two or small groups, the service is warm in a cosy atmosphere. <br/ <br/ Having eaten my way through the different Ethiopian eateries in the CBD, Lucy's stands up tall as the new kid on the block. Ethiopian restaurants typically offer a mixed platter a combination of meat and pulse stews and, vegetables served on an injera (sourdough flatbread meets pancake low carb/high protein) a great way to taste a bit of everything. <br/ <br/ Lucy's offer a meat, veg or combo platter. We ordered one meat and one veg platter. Food is served family style and rolls of injera are used to lap up the different dishes. The tartare was outstanding, lentils and lamb stews equally tasty. With twelve different dishes presented, each had its own unique and delicate spicing. This is simple fair, not too rich or spicy. A taste offering that can be loved by vegans and carnivores alike. Definitely recommend doing the coffee ceremony with a bigger group.