4.9
700+ Ratings
Altu's Ethiopian Cuisine
4.9 x (700+) • 933.5 mi • African • Ethiopian • Vegetarian • Chicken • Juice and Smoothies • $ • Info
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1312 Michigan Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823, US
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Altu's Ethiopian Cuisine in East Lansing offers a rich array of traditional Ethiopian dishes, centered on both meat and vegetarian options. Guests can savor a variety of stews such as Spicy Beef Stew and Chicke... More
Altu's Ethiopian Cuisine in East Lansing offers a rich array of traditional Ethiopian dishes, centered on both meat and vegetarian options. Guests can savor a variety of stews such as Spicy Beef Stew and Chicken Breast Stew, alongside vegetarian delights like Spicy Lentils and Mild Garlic Lentils. Popular items among patrons include the Vegetarian Combo with Any Four Items, Meat and Veggie Combo, and Chicken and Beef Combo. The restaurant's dinner menu is particularly favored, featuring daily specials and a selection of sides like House Salad and Collard Greens. With a customer rating of 4.8, this restaurant is a celebrated spot for Ethiopian cuisine in the evening hours. Less
Rating and reviews
"I always love Altu's salad and vegetarian combo. I like it with lima beans, yellow peas, spicy lentils and brown spicy peas. I always get an extra salad now as I love the salad dressing."
• Kristen B. • 05/03/24
"I always crave the spicy Ethiopian flavors and the special sour injera bread. The vegetarian options are the best in the area by far."
• Lynne C. • 06/04/23
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Sunday
11:00 AM - 7:45 PM • Menu
Monday
Tuesday - Friday
11:00 AM - 2:15 PM • Menu
4:30 PM - 8:45 PM • Menu
Saturday
11:00 AM - 8:45 PM • Menu
4:30 PM - 8:45 PM • Menu
Appetizers and Sides
- Collard Greens$7.30 • 95% (124)A sizeable helping of Altu's famous collard greens, slowly stewed in onions, garlic, ginger, and a dash of jalapeno.
- House Salad$5.50 • 100% (66)An extra serving of our side salad served with Altu's tangy secret dressing.
- Cabbage$6.30 • 93% (16)Cooked in mild spices and caramelized to perfection.
Daily Specials
- Friday Special$17.50 • 96% (50)We save the best for last. Come celebrate the weekend with a hearty helping of Altu's made-to-order tibs spicy cubes of sirloin beef sauteed in spices with fresh onions, tomatoes, and jalapenos. Spicy. Served with a small side of cabbage and salad.
- Wednesday Special$14.50 • 94% (17)A milder (and vegan) alternative to the Senegal special, this unique dish from Mozambique consists of our traditional collard greens stewed in a mild sauce of ground peanuts and coconut milk. Very creamy and deliciously subtle. Served over rice. Served with a small side of cabbage and salad.
- Tuesday Special$15.50 • 100% (24)Mild or spicy beef chunks sauteed with pieces of Altu's sweet and tender cabbage. A simple dish with lots of surprising flavors. Served with a small side of cabbage and salad.
Lunch Menu
- Beef Stew$13.40 • 97% (42)Spicy or mild. Served on an open roll of injera with cabbage on the side. Only available until 2:30 PM. Select from Dinner Menu if after 230
- Chicken Stew$13.40 • 92% (13)Spicy or mild. Served on an open roll of injera with cabbage on the side. ONLY AVAILABLE AT LUNCH pls select dinner portion after 2:30pm
- Mild Chickpea Sauce$12.60 • 100% (4)*Lunch portion only available until 2:30* Served with topped with cabbage and wrapped inside fresh pieces of injera.
- Spicy Ground Peas$12.60 • 100% (5)Lunch portion available until 230 PM. Served with topped with cabbage and wrapped inside fresh pieces of injera.Spicy
- Lentils$12.60 • 100% (5)Available until 2:30 Pm. Spicy or mild. Served with topped with cabbage and wrapped inside fresh pieces of injera.
- Spicy Pinto Beans$12.60 • 100% (5)*Lunch portion only available until 2:30* Served with topped with cabbage and wrapped inside fresh pieces of injera.Spicy
- Mild Split Yellow Peas$12.60**Lunch Portion only served until 2:30 PM** Served with topped with cabbage and wrapped inside fresh pieces of injera.
- Mild Lima Beans$12.60 • 100% (8)Lunch portion** available until 2:30PM** Served with topped with cabbage and wrapped inside fresh pieces of injera.
Vegetarian (Dinner Menu)
- Mild Lima Beans$14.50 • 100% (12)You won't find limas like these in any Ethiopian restaurant: this is a family recipe and a regular favorite. Served on a full piece of injera with an extra cut of injera and a side of cabbage and salad.
- Spicy Lentils$13.40 • 100% (35)Tender split red lentils stewed in savory spices. Served on a full piece of injera with an extra cut of injera and a side of cabbage and salad.vegetarian and spicy
- Mild Garlic Lentils$14.50 • 88% (9)These savory whole green lentils have all the zest and sweetness of garlic with none of the pungent aftertastes. Served on a full piece of injera with an extra cut of injera and a side of cabbage and salad.
- Mild Chickpeas Sauce$14.50 • 100% (6)Smoothly ground chickpeas peppered with unique spices. Served on a full piece of injera with an extra cut of injera and a side of cabbage and salad.
- Spicy Ground Peas Mixed with Greens$14.50 • 100% (10)Altu's tender mild collard greens mixed with a spoonful of our spicy ground peas. Served on a full piece of injera with an extra cut of injera and a side of cabbage and salad.vegetarian and spicy
- Spicy Pinto Beans$13.00 • 100% (3)Whole pintos stewed to perfection in berbere sauce. Served on a full piece of injera with an extra cut of injera and a side of cabbage and salad.vegetarian and spicy
Chicken (Dinner Menu)
Beef (Dinner Menu)
Combo Dinners (Dinner Menu)
Beverages
- Rating and reviews
4.9
•700+ Ratings •
32 Reviews
Kristen B.• 05/03/24I always love Altu's salad and vegetarian combo. I like it with lima beans, yellow peas, spicy lentils and brown spicy peas. I always get an extra salad now as I love the salad dressing.
Dallas C.• 05/03/24Delicious, reasonably priced and great portions
Ale G.• 04/21/24I love altus! one of the best restaurants in east lansing! the flavor is amazing
tay E.• 02/22/24Just the right amount of spice. Always tasty.
Lynne C.• 12/09/23One of my favorite restaurants. I love the spices and Ethiopian flavors and the food from scratch
NaTashia N.• 10/16/23Authentic great food
Tristan Z.• 10/06/23very refreshing food
DAWN S.• 09/19/23Delicious food. One of my favorite Lansing area restaurants.
Oleh S.• 09/13/23tasty.
Lynne C.• 08/23/23I really like the Ethiopian/African menu. The food is always good
Lynne C.• 08/08/23Love the African food!
Lynne C.• 08/08/23Love the food Ethiopian food and spices and the relaxing friendliness of the restaurant.
KYONA T.• 07/29/23Fast, friendly service. Food was delicious as always!
Shundra W.• 07/25/23My absolute favorite restaurant to go to when I’m visiting home from Tampa.
Lynne C.• 07/16/23Great Ethiopian food made from scratch.
Lynne C.• 07/07/23Great Ethiopian food.
Lori E.• 07/07/23Yummy
Lynne C.• 06/04/23I always crave the spicy Ethiopian flavors and the special sour injera bread. The vegetarian options are the best in the area by far.
Tia S.• 04/29/23Best food you could possibly get!
Lynne C.• 04/07/23An excellent Ethiopian restaurant. The food is my favorite. The staff is always very friendly and helpful.
tay E.• 03/10/23Altu’s never fails to deliver goodness
Sara S.• 12/24/22Good vegetarian
alisha A.• 10/13/22Pretty good food!
Rhonda W.• 05/03/22Healthy and fresh food. Good for the soul.
Mustafa R.• 02/17/22Excellent authentic food with great seasoning
tay E.• 12/07/21Always a spicy delight!
tay E.• 11/09/21Best collards on the planet.
Karen H.• 10/20/21Wonderful, amazing quality home cooked comfort food. The best!
Allison P.• 09/02/21Delicious as always!
tay E.• 08/06/21Never disappoints. Delicious.
AMY M.• 07/26/21A new find! Tasty and unexpected.
Sonia E.• 07/23/21Fresh and delicious
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