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10/07/2026
Thank you Chicago Gourmet for hosting chef Tigist Reda at Chicago Gourmet 2026 last week! 🧡
We love any opportunity to share the vibrant flavors of Demera with our amazing city. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to try a taste of Ethiopia. ✨️
Proceeds from this festival go to the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation and we are proud to support an event helps sustain the workforce that makes Chicago’s world-class dining scene possible.
09/14/2026
It. was. not. even. close. What about you? Would you rather eat ketchup with every meal or eat mayo with every meal?
Let’s Talk Womxn cohosts and members give their vote!
Rohini Rohini Dey founder Let’s Talk Womxn Sanctuary
Korina Korina Sanchez Wartan Third Coast Hospitality
Michele Michele Mickey’s Cheesecakes LLC
Tiffany cohost Tiffany Exquisite Kitchen Exquisite Catering Co.
Tigist Tigist Reda Demera Ethiopian Restaurant
Sarah cohost The Fat Shallot
Dori Molly’s Cupcakes Chicago
Lupe Loopie & Nato's Gelato
Mary Saigon Sisters
Kathy Kathy Vega A Taste of the Philippines
Sam Sam R NaKorn Kitchen | Thai Restaurant Evanston
Taylor Taylor Mason X Taylor’s Tacos Chicago
Heather Heather Bublick Soul & Smoke
Wanda Wanda Gilmer 🦋 Chicago Premier Catering Service
Laura Local Style Chips
08/17/2026
Giving back. Besides being tastemakers, innovators, employers, and entrepreneurs, we all champion causes.
Rohini Dey asks Let’s Talk Womxn leading restaurateurs Sam Sam R of NaKorn Kitchen | Thai Restaurant Evanston, Laurence Laurence Noguier of Bistronomic, Tigist Tigist Reda of Demera Ethiopian Restaurant, Tiffany Tiffany of Exquisite Catering Co. & Falguni Falguni Dewjee of bombayeats what causes they champion.
10/10/2024
This is your sign to have dinner at Demera this week 🧡
Visit our Uptown location:
MON-WED: 4pm-9pm
FRI-SAT: 11:30am-10pm
THURS & SUN: 11:30am-9pm
10/09/2024
One of our vegan entrée options 🙌🏾
YATKILT WAT // Carrots, green beans, potatoes and zucchini stewed with onions, garlic and ginger with a side of kayseer tibs
10/08/2024
September was a month full of exciting events 🎉
✨ Had our annual Evening of Hope fundraiser at Bronzeville Winery
✨ Appeared on and
✨ Attended The Oyster Social Festival
✨ Tigist shared her Ethiopian Spiced Burger at Chicago Gourmet’s Hamburger Hop
✨ Featured on WGN’s Spotlight Chicago
Looking forward to more this Fall!
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09/27/2024
Words cannot fully express the gratitude we feel for each and every one of you. Your dedication, hard work, and passion made our annual fundraiser, “An Evening of Hope,” a truly unforgettable event. To our amazing team, thank you for going above and beyond—you made this all possible.
To everyone who participated, your presence and support mean the world to us. You’ve helped create something special, something that touches lives and spreads hope. Being part of such an incredible, supportive community is a gift we cherish deeply.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. We couldn’t do it without you.
09/25/2024
Saving you a seat at the bar 🍸
Visit our Uptown location:
M-W: 4pm-9pm
FRI-SAT: 11:30am-10pm
THURS & SUN: 11:30am-9pm
09/06/2024
Our 4th annual fundraising event, An Evening of Hope, is coming up in just 2 weeks!
At the event, we will be auctioning off these incredible experiences and all the proceeds to provide better nutrition and access to medical/legal aid for women and children affected by the war.
AUCTION ITEMS:
✨ Children’s Cooking Class with .kitchen
✨ Full Ethiopian Dinner Experience with
✨ African Diaspora Food Dinner with , , &
Swipe for more details on each item and get tickets/donate at our link in bio!
08/30/2024
Soaking up the sun on our patio ☀️
Visit our Uptown patio through the rest of summer!
P.S. We’re open for lunch on Labor Day (9/2) at 11:30am 🙌
Address
4801 N Broadway
Chicago, IL
60640
To get to the restaurant located on N Broadway in Chicago, there are a couple of options for public transportation. You can take either the Red or Purple Line Train and exit at the Sheridan Station. From there, you will need to walk West along W Irving Park Rd for about five blocks until you reach N Broadway. Take a left and the restaurant will be on your right.
If you decide to drive, parking can be a challenge in the area but there are various paid parking options available nearby. If you are coming from Lake Shore Drive, head North until it turns into N Sheridan Rd. Continue driving along N Sheridan Rd until you reach W Irving Park Rd. Take a right onto W Irving Park Rd and then take another right onto N Broadway. The restaurant will be on your right-hand side.
Alternatively, if you are coming from I-90/94, take Exit 46B towards Montrose Ave East. Merge onto W Montrose Ave and continue driving until you reach N Broadway. Take a left onto N Broadway and continue driving for about two blocks before reaching the restaurant which will be on your left-hand side.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11:30am - 8:30pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 8:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 8:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 8:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30pm - 9:30pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Sunday |
11:30pm - 8:30pm |
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What people say
Ethiopian cuisine is known for its unique blend of spices, bold flavors, and communal dining experience. Demera Ethiopian Restaurant on N Broadway in Chicago is a perfect example of this culinary tradition. The restaurant prides itself on using only the freshest and most authentic ingredients to create traditional Ethiopian dishes that are sure to satisfy any palate.
One of the standout features of Demera is their commitment to roasting their own Ethiopian coffee beans. This attention to detail ensures that every cup of coffee served at the restaurant is rich, flavorful, and aromatic. In addition to their delicious food and coffee, Demera also hosts special events like A NIGHT OF HOPE - a fundraising event featuring six amazing female chefs, live music, and a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony all benefiting a non-profit organization providing education, nutrition programs, and healthcare to children affected by the war in Tigray and displaced in refugee camps.
Whether you're looking for a casual dinner with friends or an unforgettable dining experience, Demera Ethiopian Restaurant is definitely worth checking out. With its warm atmosphere, friendly staff, and mouth-watering cuisine, it's no wonder why it's Chicagoland’s favorite authentic Ethiopian cuisine spot. Don't forget to try their signature dishes like Doro Wat (spicy chicken stew) or Kitfo (raw beef seasoned with spices).
