Keren Cafe & Restaurant
Keren is an Eritrean and Ethiopian cafe and restaurant at 1780 Florida Ave NW, on the edge of Adams Morgan. Google describes an upbeat hangout serving East African food from breakfast until night, and it holds a 4.8-star Google rating across 1,361 reviews.
Reviewers often mention generous portions that can feed two, friendly staff who guide first-timers, and reasonable prices. Dishes that come up include the breakfast combo, beef firfir, fish dulet, lentils, half-and-half platters and injera, plus Ethiopian beer and flavorful tea; one reviewer notes complimentary coffee on Sundays. The main complaint is the small space, with one Google highlight saying restroom odor reaches the dining area.
Open 8 AM–10 PM Monday–Saturday and 8 AM–9 PM Sunday. Google lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
1780 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009
- Monday: 8 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday: 8 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday: 8 AM–10 PM
- Thursday: 8 AM–10 PM
- Friday: 8 AM–10 PM
- Saturday: 8 AM–10 PM
- Sunday: 8 AM–9 PM
Good to know
What are Keren Cafe & Restaurant's hours?
Monday–Saturday 8 AM–10 PM, Sunday 8 AM–9 PM (per Google, October 2026).
Does Keren serve breakfast?
Yes. It opens at 8 AM, and reviewers recommend the breakfast combo and beef firfir.
Are portions large at Keren?
Reviewers frequently say one entree or platter is enough for two people.
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