Mudai Ethiopian - Milpitas
Mudai Ethiopian
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Mudai Ethiopian Restaurant offers authentic Ethiopian homestyle meals prepared with exotic Ethiopian spices. Our menu caters to meat-eaters, vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free diners, and more. Gather around one of our small round tables and enjoy dishes traditionally presented. Try our combos with classics like lamb tibs, gomen, and doro wot, paired with traditional injera flatbread. If you need help deciding, our staff is happy to guide you to a delicious meal. Join us today for a dining experience that will keep you coming back for more!.
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Nestled in downtown San Jose, Mudai Restaurant is a hidden gem that celebrates Ethiopian cuisine with generous portions and vibrant flavors. Diners rave about dishes such as Beg Alicha Wot, a tender lamb stew, and a variety of meat and vegetarian combos served with authentic injera made from 100% teff flour, perfect for gluten-free diets. The warm ambiance, friendly service, and unique offerings like honey wine and shrimp distinguish it from typical eateries. With a focus on fresh ingredients and delightful spices, Mudai provides a comforting experience that resonates with comfort food lovers looking for something special.
I had my first experience with Ethiopian food and tried the meat combo. It was delicious and definitely large enough to share between two people. The owner was incredibly sweet and welcoming too! I’ll definitely be returning.
I tried the Beg Alicha Wot, which is a lamb stew made with turmeric, injera, ginger, and onions. It was absolutely delicious! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and I loved the tangy kick from the ginger paired with the meat, oil, and soft bread. I also had the Lamb Tibs, which featured lamb seasoned with cayenne and served with injera. It was quite good—spicy enough for my taste and packed with various spices and sauces that made it very flavorful. While I might lean towards the Begalicha Wot, both dishes were excellent in their own right.
It's rare to find seafood at an Ethiopian restaurant, which makes this place unique. Their shrimp is seasoned perfectly and tastes amazing alongside the onions and tomatoes, combining delightful flavors. The chicken is stir-fried and reminds me of hibachi—it’s really impressive! I appreciate that their food is enjoyable hot or cold. The injera is exceptional and great even at room temperature. However, the collard greens were a bit bitter the last time I had them, and the potatoes can sometimes be large and slightly undercooked in the veggie combo with the cabbage. Personally, I'm not a fan of the dark lentils with the chili powder sauce. What I love most about this restaurant is the generous portion sizes—they definitely don’t skimp on food! Plus, they stay open late, which is a bonus for me. Thank you for consistently providing delicious food and excellent service!
My first experience with Ethiopian cuisine at Mudai Ethiopian exceeded my expectations. The menu offers a savory selection, and the meat combo is a must-try—each meat was flavorful and expertly cooked. The salad was rich and perfectly prepared.
Well what can I say…. Definitely an interesting experience. I am a big fan of Indian food so I’ve been told several times that Ethiopian has some similar flavors and are very rich in spices as well. The only thing I didn’t like was that the breadto eat and scoop the food with was cold. I was told that this is the traditional way of eating but I was not a fan of eating hotfood with cold bread. The staff was friendly and very informative when I was making my selections. The reason this place isgetting a 3 stars is because it was a bit dirty. They definitely should do some kind of spring cleaning there. It only made meimagine how the kitchen is and what type of hygiene is enforced in the kitchen. I definitely don’t mind eating in a modest lowkey restaurant. But hygiene is everything!!!
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Beef Tibs Very Well Done With No Juice$12.3Kitfo Mudai Special$13.2Lamb Tibs Derek$12.6Bosena Dinch$11.3Any Vegetarian Dish From Menu$6.0Kearn's Mango Or Guava$1.5