Opening hours
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
| Monday | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Washington: 7:14 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (202) 506-4070 to confirm.
Location & directions
1524 U Street NorthwestWashington, DC 20009
About Abuare
Abuare is an Ethiopian restaurant located at 1524 U Street Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia. It's part of our guide to 2,052 restaurants, cafes and bars in Washington.
Abuare is open 6 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Sunday).
Available service options are dine-in.
For questions or orders, call (202) 506-4070.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ethiopian Restaurant
- Address
- 1524 U Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
- Phone
- (202) 506-4070
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Sunday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Ethiopian restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Abuare’s weekday schedule with 13 other Ethiopian restaurants in Washington. On a typical weekday it opens at 2:00 PM, close to the local norm of 12:00 PM and closes at 10:00 PM, in line with the typical 10:00 PM.
In total it is open about 46 hours a week, 20 hours fewer than the local median of 66. 100% of Ethiopian restaurants in Washington open on Sundays; Abuare does not.
Compared with 13 other Ethiopian restaurants in Washington that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Ethiopian restaurants across the US
Based on 28 menus with 1,285 priced items from Ethiopian restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $19.99.
We don’t have Abuare’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Ethiopian restaurants across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Doro Wot | 50% | $19.97 |
| Kitfo | 46% | $20.99 |
| Gored Gored | 39% | $18.99 |
| Gomen | 39% | $15.00 |
| Veggie Combo | 36% | $19.99 |
| Perrier | 32% | $3.00 |
| Shiro | 32% | $15.00 |
| Quanta Firfir | 29% | $19.24 |
Calculated from 28 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Abuare there are 158 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 591 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (106), Cafes & Coffee (81), Pizza (39), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (38).
Competition is strong: 11 other Ethiopian restaurants are within a mile and 16 within three miles. The closest is Eatopia Eatery, 0.3 mi away.
267 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bars & PubsLicht< 0.1 mi
- AmericanJojo Restaurant And Bar< 0.1 mi
- PizzaPizza Boli's< 0.1 mi
- VietnamesePho Viet USA< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexBandit Taco< 0.1 mi
What to expect at an Ethiopian restaurant
African restaurants in the US are most often Ethiopian and Eritrean, along with West African (Nigerian, Ghanaian, Senegalese), Somali and North African kitchens. Many serve a close-knit community and are among the most welcoming places to eat in a city.
What to order
- Combination platter on injera – the best introduction to Ethiopian food
- Doro wot – a deeply spiced chicken stew
- Jollof rice – the West African favorite
- Suya – grilled skewers with a peanut spice rub
Good to know
- Ethiopian food is traditionally eaten with the right hand – utensils are available if you prefer.
- Vegetarian platters are popular because of fasting traditions.
- Dishes are often made in batches; ask what is available that day.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Abuare's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Sunday). Monday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Abuare open on Sunday?
No, Abuare is closed on Sundays.
Where is Abuare located?
Abuare is located at 1524 U Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009.
What is the phone number of Abuare?
You can call Abuare at (202) 506-4070.
Does Abuare offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Abuare. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Abuare open late?
Yes – Abuare is open until 10 PM or later on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near Abuare?
There are 591 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Abuare. Nearby options include Licht (< 0.1 mi), Jojo Restaurant And Bar (< 0.1 mi), and Pizza Boli's (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Ethiopian restaurants near Abuare?
11 other Ethiopian restaurants within a mile. The closest is Eatopia Eatery, 0.3 mi away.
How much do Ethiopian restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 28 menus with 1,285 priced items from Ethiopian restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $15.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $19.99.
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