Ethiopian

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Best Ethiopian restaurants nearby in Middletown

Abyssinian Ethiopian Restaurant

Abyssinian Ethiopian Restaurant

4.6
(100+)
• Ethiopian
$0 delivery fee
"Doro Wot was delicious. It was a good spice level and came with perfectly seasoned vegetarian sides and plenty of Injera bread . "
"5/5! wow! If you want customer service and amazing authentic food, this is the place! They went above and beyond to get us our food on time and we had a huge group. We will be ordering again !"
29. Baklava
Salmon grilled Abyssinian style, simmered in red sauce and clarified butter, berbere, onion, Served With Injera, and Your Choice of Two Sides from the Veggie Sampler. (8) Misir wot, (9) Alcha Kik wot, (10) Difin Misir wot
$5.41
16. AsaTibs | Fish
Served with your Choice of six vegetarian dishes, With Injera.
$20.6
12. Special Veggie Combo| Beyaynetu
Yellow split peas cooked with a flavored mild sauce, onions and garlic. Served With Injera.
$30.32
4. Timatim Salad
Served with your Choice of four combinations from our vegetarian and meat selections. Meat options include #14 Doro Wot, #19 Alicha Sega Wot, and #20 Key Sega Wot. With Injera.
$10.69
Two Brothers Cafe

Two Brothers Cafe

5.0
(10+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
Newly Added
Bacon, Egg, and Cheese
Two over hard eggs, Bacon, and American cheese, on a choice of bread, and a side.
$14.93
Iced Coffee
Two eggs any style, choice of meat, choice of potatoes, toast, and a choice of Two small pancakes, French toast, or a waffle.
$5.09
Two Bros Special
Steak, jalapeños, sautéed onions, cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, two scrambled eggs, and chipotle mayo. Served with a breakfast side.
$22.84
Biker Burrito
Two poached eggs, fried plantains, rice, pork, avocado, tomatoes, raw onions, cheddar cheese, hollandaise sauce, and house sauce. Served with a side.
$19.3
Montanitas puerto de Cancún family bar

Montanitas puerto de Cancún family bar

4.4
(30+)
• Colombian • Latin American
$0 delivery fee
"Steak needs some seasoning and rice tasted a little bit old"
"The Arroz Con Pollo Frito / Fried Chicken with Rice the chicken is really dry over charred. The beans are good. The yellow rice can use some more flavor."
Bandeja Paisa
Chicharrón, carne, frijoles, chorizo y huevo / fried pork, steak, beans, chorizo and egg.
$25.83
Arroz Con Pollo Frito / Fried Chicken with Rice
Frijoles y patacones / beans and fried green plantains.
$18.42
Seco De Pollo Criollo
Arroz, ensalada y maduro frito / rice, salad, and fried plantains.
$18.92
Carne Asada/ Grilled Steak
Arroz y frijoles / rice and beans.
$24
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.6
(300+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
First we shake Starbucks® Blonde espresso, brown sugar and cinnamon together, and then top it off with oatmilk and ice for a cool lift to power you through your day. If Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast is not available, Signature Espresso Roast will be substituted.
$9.76
Iced Shaken Espresso
Made with the rich, full-bodied espresso you love—then shaken, chilled and mellowed with sweetness and a touch of milk to create a delightfully and deliciously convenient on-the-go drink.
$8.14
Double-Smoked Bacon, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich
Start your day with 21g of protein. This premium sandwich has bacon smoked for six hours over hickory wood chips, stacked with a cage-free fried egg, topped with a melted slice of sharp Cheddar cheese - all on our signature croissant bun.
$7.29
Cold Brew
Handcrafted in small batches daily, slow-steeped in cool water for 20 hours, without touching heat—Starbucks® Cold Brew is made from our custom blend of beans grown to steep long and cold for a super-smooth flavor.
$8.59
Puerto Rican Taste

Puerto Rican Taste

4.3
(600+)
• Puerto Rican • Caribbean
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"I ordered on Tuesday & then again on Thursday because it was so good. The Habichuelas (Stewed Beans) are delicious. The empanadas were great as were the rellanes de papas. I will definitely order from here again."
"I believe that for the price is not good. I paid $19 for a "surtido" that literally came with 2 empanadillas cut in 2, 4 pieces of carne frita that was mostly fat, and 4 of the smallest tostones i have ever seen in my life. my order total was almost $50 for that and a mofongo with carne frita that was all put in different plastic containers not even a plate to eat my meal so a lot of random containers I had to eat from. for $50. I dont think it's worth it at all."
Empanada (Puerto Rican Style)
Flaky, golden-fried turnovers filled with your choice of seasoned ground beef, chicken, cheese, or a mix of delicious flavors. A crispy and savory treat, perfect for enjoying any time of day!
$4.18
Pernil Combo
Slow-roasted, seasoned pork shoulder, perfectly juicy with crispy skin. Comes with your choice of white rice or yellow rice with pigeon peas and a side of beans or served on top.
$12.57
Freshly Made Tropical Juice
Freshly made tropical fruit juices, bursting with natural flavors.
$3.5
Carne Guisada Combo
Tender beef stew simmered in a rich, savory sauce. Served with your choice of white rice or yellow rice with pigeon peas, plus beans on the side or on top.
$12.7
Fresh Greens & Proteins (Berlin Tpke) - 3563 Berlin Turnpike

Fresh Greens & Proteins (Berlin Tpke) - 3563 Berlin Turnpike

4.8
(20+)
• American • Juice Bars & Smoothies
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Burrito Bowl
Brown rice, Black Beans, Shredded Cheddar, Tortilla Strips, Pico de Gallo, Shredded Romaine, Corn Salsa, Avocado, Chipotle Mayo
$14.96
Build Your Own Rice Bowl
The softest, most naturally sweet protein bites you will ever try! Fresh banana mashed with, oats, banana nut granola, raw organic honey, vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg topped with pb drizzle.
$16.8
Build Your Own Salad
Romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, corn, red onion, tortilla strips, shredded cheddar, with lite ranch & tangy BBQ sauce
$17.2
Build Your Own Fruit Bowl
Quinoa, Cucumber, Roasted Edamame, Corn Salsa, Pico de gallo, Avocado, Hummus
$8.77
Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

Puerto Vallarta Restaurant

4.6
(200+)
• Mexican • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Always a fantastic experience dining in or ordering out at puerto Vallarta in Middletown. Highly recommend the super nachos"
"We've ordered here in the past and have always been pleased with the food. Today though, they missed the mark. Two of us ordered the Enchiladas Bandera Almost no red sauce on the beef enchilada, and the same with the tomatilla sauce on the chicken enchilada. They included one bag of chips for 4 entree's and I believe that salsa was usually included. Not today."
Kids Quesadilla
Tortilla chips topped with refried beans, choice of chicken, ground beef, “picadillo” (shredded beef), or homemade chorizo and topped with melted cheddar cheese, onions, tomato, guacamole and sour cream.
$8.61
Super Nachos
Caliente/hot. A warm spirited mexican-style fondue. Traditional swiss cheese is a backdrop to the fuller-flavored fresh chiles and pimentos. Scoop up this tempting mixture with corn tortilla chips.
$15.49
Mexican Quesadilla
Two large flour tortillas filled with grilled skirt steak, Monterrey Jack cheese, onions, tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream and pico de gallo.
$17.02
Carne Asada Quesadilla
Since 1991, we have been preparing freshly made tableside guacamole with your choice of avocado, jalapeño peppers, onions, tomatoes and cilantro.
$21
Q’Hubo Colombian Restaurant and Bakery

Q’Hubo Colombian Restaurant and Bakery

Colombian • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Combo 3 Empanadas
Please specify in notes what kind of empanadas, example: 2 beef 1 chicken
$12.82
Bandeja Paisa
Colombian Platter with rice, beans, chorizo, grilled steak, chicharron, fried egg and avocado
$30.1
Frijolada
Arepa made with Corn flour and cheese
$22.76
Corrientazo
Colombian Special Chicken Soup
$21.99
Burger Heaven & Smooth Acai

Burger Heaven & Smooth Acai

4.7
(700+)
• Burgers • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
"Family 4 pack was so worth it. Great burgers , fresh toppings and plenty of fries and salad that we had leftovers. The Onion Rings we added on were amazing! Will definitely order again!"
"We recently visited Burger Heaven and had an incredible experience. We savored the delicious double quarter pounders paired with crispy onion rings and delightful sweet potato fries. The flavors were amazing, and the quality was top-notch. We can't wait to go back for more!"
Build Your Own Acai
Just the way you'd like!
$14.27
The Burger
Fresh Certified Angus Beef, Large Tavern hamburger. Lettuce, Tomato, onion and pickles all on the side, Served with our house made chips and Aioli sauce, or choose any of or delicious sides.
$20.43
The Bacon Cheddar Burger
Tavern burger with bacon and cheddar
$23.24
Fresh quarter pounder
1/4 pound fresh Certified Angus beef, you pick your toppings to make it your own.
$14.38
Panaderia pan del Sinai

Panaderia pan del Sinai

4.5
(80+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
Pernil (pulled pork)
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$12
Jamon Q Huevo (Ham egg cheese)
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$9
El Pollo Guapo

El Pollo Guapo

Latin American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Newly Added
Almost Legal Bowl
Rotisserie Chicken, Spicy Slaw, Avocado, Plantains, Grilled Corn, Pico de Gallo, Queso Fresco, Pickled Onion, Sriracha Aioli
$18.54
Dazed & Confused Bowl
Rotisserie Chicken, Crispy Brussels, seared Mushrooms, Caramelized Onion, Grilled Corn, Pico de Gallo, Queso Fresco, Pickled Onion, Citrus Aioli
$18.21
Arroz Con Pollo Bowl
Rotisserie Chicken, Garlic Lime Slaw, Avocado, Plantains, Pico De Gallo, Pickled Onion, Garlic Lime Aioli
$18.64
Chicken Quesadilla
Chicken, cheddar, Caramelized Onions, served with Sour Cream
$17.32
Cafe Luna

Cafe Luna

American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee
Lava Cake
A rich chocolate cake with a molten center, typically accompanied by vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
$8.94
Meat Lasagna
Layered pasta with seasoned meat sauce, a blend of cheeses, and tomato sauce, typically featuring ground beef and Italian herbs.
$24.95
Subway

Subway

4.6
(90+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee
"Th this was my 2nd Veggie delite when you can smell your grinder & pick it up See the oil and feel how packed with goodness it is, Thank you Durham subway for making my veggie yummy so perfect !!!!"
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted Turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$13.37
Tuna
100% wild caught Tuna salad, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$13.78
Meatball
Meatballs, marinara sauce, provolone cheese & parmesan cheese served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$13.69
Black Forest Ham
Ham, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$12.79
CAVA

CAVA

4.3
(1k+)
• Healthy • Bowls
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"This bowl was everything!!Every flavor and texture combo in one bowl savory sweet spicy crunchy tender soft creamy! I cant wait to try the lamb meat balls! "
"Cava is one of my favorite restaurants to visit in person. The bowls are always full and you really feel like you've gotten a great value for your money. Tonight, we ordered 4 bowls and I can't even begin to explain how disappointed I am in what we received. Three of the four bowls were a little over half full qnd 1 bowl was less than half full. While I understand there are specific portions of each ingredient that are added to the bowl, there is no way that five pieces of romaine lettuce constitute a portion based on my experience of what would normally be served at the restaurant in person. I'm not quite sure what I received, but it definitely was not falafel as ordered. The inside was chewy and more like a white paste. Be careful when ordering Cava for delivery as you are definitely not going to get what you would normally get by visiting the store. Just for reference, I did take 5 or 6 bites from what's shown in the picture but normally you wouldn't even notice I had eaten any."
Greens + Grains Bowl
Mix and match your favorite greens and grains to build a bowl just the way you like it.
$18.26
Grains Bowl
Choose your grain bowl base: saffron basmati rice, brown basmati rice, or black lentils.
$18.68
Chicken + Rice
Grilled chicken, hummus, tzatziki, pickled onions, tomato + onion, cucumber, feta, arugula, brown rice, Greek vinaigrette
$16.59
Classic Pita Chips
Made in-house in small batches, our pita chips are meant for big dipping. Crispy outside, soft inside.
$3.3
Limesalt by Wonder

Limesalt by Wonder

4.4
(80+)
• Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
30% off on $30+
"The White Rice Fajita Bowl is flavorful and my favorite dish. I recommend if you are looking for a protein filled meal, specifically with the carnitas. 😊"
"Oh man, I was not expecting how big the burrito are! They were huge for the price which is awesome but man, add some flavah in it, rice were mushy, close to no flavor, no salt nor seasoning. Come on now, this is a Mexican dish! I'll order again if the flavor is there, this time I'm kinda iffy about wasting my money on un-seasoned food. Truth gotta be told."
Burrito Bowl Combo
Build a complete meal with any burrito bowl, side, and drink of your choice.
$22.4
Build-Your-Own Burrito
There's a reason hearty, delicious burritos are some of the most popular food in the US. It all starts with a flour tortilla, then choose rice, beans, protein or veggies, and your favorite toppings
$15.91
Basics Bowl
Go back to the basics with a perfectly simple combo of white rice, pico de gallo, guacamole, and shredded cheese. Topped with your choice of protein or veggies
$17.52
White Rice Fajita Bowl
White rice, black beans, and grilled veggies start your fajitas-in-a-bowl. We add corn salsa, sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, and lettuce, plus your choice of protein or veggies
$15.67
Frida Restaurant

Frida Restaurant

4.8
(300+)
• Mexican • Burritos
$0 delivery fee
"Frida is one of my favorite restaurants. Service is always fast and very good. I've never had an issue with quality, portion size, or temperature. Everything I've ordered is full of flavor! The rice has a nice butterfly taste, not dry."
"This was delicious and I would for sure order again. The burrito is large and very flavorful. The guac and onions don't get overpowered by the meat, but there is plenty of meat to balance it all. The torta was crunchy and the blend of the meat and beans to avocado and drizzle was very good. The chips were your average Mexican place chip, and the salsa was good and not too spicy (from a spice baby). Not a huge portion but appropriate for the price"
Tacos de Birria 4 pc
Four mouthwatering birria beef tacos folded in corn tortillas, topped with chopped onions and fresh cilantro, served with lime wedges and a side of consume.
$18.98
Guacamole & Chips
Aguacate, tomate, cebolla, cilantro y zumo de lima servido con chips. / Avocado, tomatoes, onions, cilantro and lime juice served with chips.
$12.34
Carne Asada / Grilled Beef 2pc
Four mouthwatering birria beef tacos folded in corn tortillas, topped with chopped onions and fresh cilantro, served with lime wedges and a side of consume.
$9.77
Tacos de Birria 3 pc
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
$17.43
Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle Mexican Grill

4.0
(8k+)
• Mexican • Bowls
$0 delivery fee
"I've had good burritos from here so I know it's possible. The last time my rice was crunchy like they were scrapping the bottom. I did order later in the night so I understand why that would happen. But the burritos were tiny. One of mine with modifications was $18. It looked like a medium sized meatball. They were under filled and improperly wrapped. I love it but I don't know if I'll trust ordering online again."
"I ordered from this location and I only got 2 pieces of chicken.... everything was so bland I had to put seasoning on it at home. This is not what other chipotle locations taste like!! Cheese tastes weird, the side of guac needed lime and salt it totally was missing ingredients...oh they also made the dasher wait so long at the store after saying it was ready... Really upset"
Burrito Bowl
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas served in a delicious bowl with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$16.12
Burrito
Your choice of freshly grilled meat or sofritas wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with rice, beans, or fajita veggies, and topped with guac, salsa, queso blanco, sour cream or cheese.
$16.07
Chips
Cheese in a Flour Tortilla with your choice of meat, sofritas or fajita veggies and three included sides.
$2.68
Chips & Queso Blanco
Your choice of freshly grilled meat, sofritas, or guacamole, and up to five toppings served in a soft or hard-shell tortilla.
$6.41
La Casita Del Sabor

La Casita Del Sabor

4.8
(50+)
• Mexican • Diner
$0 delivery fee
"the 3 Birria Tacos are amazing everytime"
"Everything was good overall. Food was fresh, arrived warm and portion was huge but the carne asada was chewy and red inside. Needs to be better cooked if temperature is not given by customer. Would still order again though."
Empanadas Colombianas
Served with cilantro, onion and lemon.
$9
3 Birria Tacos
Made with cheese.
$17
Tacos
Fried pork rind and your choice of fried green plantains, sweet plantains or french fries.
$6.39
Quesadillas
Made with rice, beans, cheese.
$18.52
Amla Cafe

Amla Cafe

American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
$5 off on $20+
Mini Waffle Bowl
Bold Espresso shaken to perfection, served over ice.
$11.29
Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
Creamy cookie butter meets bold espresso.
$7.25
Cookie Butter Latte
Strawberry, Raspberry Jam, Honey, Almond Milk and Cool Whip.
$7.9
Nutella Almond Croissant
Passion Fruit, Mango, Almond Milk and Cool Whip.
$6.32
Tejas Barbecue by Wonder

Tejas Barbecue by Wonder

4.5
(100+)
• Casual Dining • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
30% off on $40+
Lone Star Combo
Choose an entrée, pair it with a side, and complete your meal with a drink.
$28.29
Brisket
This Prime beef is smoked for 12+ hours until fork-tender with a crunchy crust and telltale pink smoke ring. Served with pickles and a trio of sauces: Original BBQ, Sweet & Sticky, and Carolina gold
$21.68
Pit Stop Combo
Choose a sandwich, pair it with a side, and complete your meal with a drink.
$23.82
XL Queso & Chips
Everything is better dipped in this rich, delicious cheese, and this Texas-sized portion is big enough for your entire watch party. Served with 2 bags of tortilla chips
$17.12
MIA Latin American Cuisine

MIA Latin American Cuisine

4.6
(50+)
• $
$0 delivery fee
"The food is top notch. Always cooked well and super flavorful."
"The Grilled Octopus always hits the spot."
Empanadas (2)
Stuffed with roasted pork, yucca and onions, served with spicy green sauce.
$11.88
Fried rice
Fried rice, sweet plantains, tostones, pork, shrimp omelette, sweet chili on top.
$6
MIA Fried rice
Homemade fried plantain, slow-cooked steak, homemade guacamole
$23.94
Toston Tacos (2)
Crispy and juicy pork belly, onion salad, homemade tostones and covered with passion fruit sauce.
$14.08
Party Pizza

Party Pizza

4.6
(100+)
• Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
"Delicious, it really does taste like New York pizza."
"The pizza was delicious, but those wings needed a little more cooking. They were not as crispy as anticipated. Did not even taste the flavor."
Cheese Pizza (Party 25''x17'' (24 Slices))
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$28.67
Cheese Pizza (Large 16'' (12 Slices))
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$19.18
Cheese Pizza (Small 12” (8 Slices))
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$14.36
Party Jumbo Bone in Wings
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$15.6
The Banana Leaf

The Banana Leaf

4.8
(100+)
• Thai • Fine Dining
$0 delivery fee
"Comparable to food in Thailand. Most organic Thai and bold flavor not bland at all. Giant fresh shrimp. Gracious with the sauce as well. Fresh full color veggies. We won't be getting Thai food anywhere else but here from now on!!!"
"Veggies could have been more fresh! & presentation was bad! Rice paper was cracked so stuff fell out! Won't order here again"
Pad Thai
Your choice of meat with stir-fried noodle with eggs, bean sprout in thai tamarind sauce, topped with ground peanut.
$17.12
Dumplings (Steamed or Fried)
Chicken filled served fried or steamed. Served with ginger soy sauce on the side.
$7.87
Drunken Noodle
Spicy. Your choice of meat with flat rice noodle stir-fried with mixed vegetables in spicy basil sauce.
$16.91
Crab Rangoon
Fried cream cheese and crab filled wonton. Served with sweet & sour sauce on the side.
$8
The Farmer's Cow Calfe & Creamery

The Farmer's Cow Calfe & Creamery

4.5
(200+)
• American • Ice Cream Store
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"This has to be one of my fav places. I usually get the Farm Bird which is all fresh ingredients and is absolutely delicious. My husband loves The Ultimate Grilled Cheese. He pairs it with the tomato soup"
"Everything was pretty good! The Arnold Palmer was my favorite item. The buffalo chicken wrap was very good, just would have preferred that the chicken was more crispy. The chicken tenders were very salty as well. The prices were a great value. "
The Butchers Breakfast
A breakfast favorite with two farm-fresh eggs, melted cheddar, and your choice of sausage, ham or bacon. Layered on thick-cut artisanal sourdough.
$11.97
Fruit Cup
A fresh medley of locally sourced, in-season fruits
$5.01
Crispy Chicken Bacon
Crispy, juicy, and absolutely crave-worthy! Air-fried, antibiotic-free crispy chicken, bacon, crisp lettuce, and ripe tomato, finished with your choice of spicy homemade chipotle aioli, ranch, or our homemade honey mustard.
$16.18
Buffalo Chicken
For a little kick! Air-fried, antibiotic-free crispy chicken tossed in buffalo sauce with blue cheese, celery, romaine, tomato, and onion, finished with ranch dressing.
$15.92

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