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Abyssinia

Probably the oldest Ethiopian restaurant in Rochester, Abyssinia remains a beloved favorite. The menu is simple but the quality is excellent. The injera flatbread is particularly well regarded.

Address: 1657 Mount Hope Ave
Getting there: Mount Hope Plaza
Hours: Tue-Thu 11AM-9PM, Fri-Sat 11AM-10PM, Sun 11AM-9PM
Price: $20-25. University of Rochester students get a 15% discount
Website: abyssiniarochesterorder.com (opens in a new tab)

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