Lalibela
Lalibela serves Ethiopian cooking on South Fairfax, with Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition and Veggie Utopia and Sambusas among its signatures.
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- Address
- 1025 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019
- Phone
- (323) 965-1025
- Website
- lalibelala.com
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LA Times 101 and Michelin Bib Gourmand
LA Times 101 placed Lalibela at #85 in 2024 and #86 in 2025, while Michelin gave Bib Gourmand recognition from 2024 through 2026. That pattern supports choosing it for Ethiopian cooking with sustained guide attention.
Veggie Utopia and Sambusas
Veggie Utopia and Sambusas anchor the signature choices, and the cuisine is Ethiopian. Dinner suits a leisurely pace in a quiet, casual setting.
1025 S Fairfax Ave
1025 S Fairfax Ave gives the Los Angeles location; the restaurant runs upscale casual service and stands alone as its own outing.
A Pricing-First Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lalibela | Little Ethiopia, Ethiopian | $$ | Bib Gourmand | |
| Yangban | Wholesale District, Dining | , | Michelin Plate | |
| Flavors from Afar | $$ | Bib Gourmand | Hollywood Studio District, Global Refugee Homestyle | |
| Adana Restaurant | $$ | Bib Gourmand | Rancho Adjacent, Armenian-Middle Eastern Kebabs | |
| LA Cha Cha Chá | Arts District, Dining | , | Michelin Plate | |
| Pine & Crane | Downtown, Modern Taiwanese | $$ | Bib Gourmand |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Michelin Bib Gourmand
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LA Times 101 Best Restaurants #86
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Michelin Bib Gourmand
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LA Times 101 Best Restaurants #85
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Michelin Bib Gourmand
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Rustic
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- Standalone
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–9 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Tranquil family-run spot with light streaming through windows in a simply adorned, humble abode-like setting.