Melkam Market

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Melkam Market

If you're searching for an unforgettable dining experience that blends culture, flavor, and warmth, look no further than Melkam Market. Nestled at 4230 S Decatur Blvd #600, Las Vegas, NV 89103, this gem of a spot delivers not just food—but a genuine journey into Ethiopian and Eritrean culinary traditions.

From the moment I stepped into Melkam Ethiopian Restaurant, I felt like I was transported to a new world. The decor is clean and cozy, with subtle nods to East African heritage. But the real magic begins when the food arrives.

I started with a classic favorite—Doro Wat, a spicy chicken stew rich in flavor, served atop warm, spongy injera. The balance of spices was perfect: bold but not overpowering. Next, I tried the Kitfo, a dish made with finely minced beef that’s traditionally served rare. It was tender, flavorful, and clearly made with love. Every plate felt like it was prepared from scratch, with fresh, authentic ingredients that spoke volumes of the kitchen’s dedication to quality.

What really sets Melkam Market Restaurant apart is the atmosphere. The staff greeted me with genuine smiles and were eager to explain each dish and its origin. It didn’t feel like I was just eating at a restaurant—it felt like I was a guest in someone’s home. That sense of hospitality is something that’s hard to come by these days.

And if you're into variety, the Mama Noi's Famous Hot Subs Menu is a delightful surprise. While it's a different twist from the traditional fare, it adds a fusion element that makes this place even more versatile. It’s a rare treat to find subs with that much depth of flavor, blending East African spices into a sandwich format.

For anyone planning a family gathering or group meal, Melkam Market offers plenty of space and generous platters that are ideal for sharing. We saw multiple groups enjoying the communal style of eating—passing dishes around the table, laughing, and savoring every bite. It's the kind of place that invites connection, not just consumption.

Whether you’re a curious foodie, a homesick traveler craving familiar tastes, or just someone looking for the next great bite in Las Vegas, Melkamu Market is more than worth the visit. From the vibrant stews to the warm, attentive service, every aspect of the experience reflects passion and authenticity.

Special Menu

Extra Injera

$ 3.00

Lamb Tibs

$ 25.00

Shreds of lamb sauteed with garlic, onions, tomatoes, green chilles, black cardamom, rosemary.

Cornis

$ 40.00

Spicy beef sauce mixed with injera, topped with kitfo(seasoned ground beef) with sides of cheese and boiled egg.

Fried Short Ribs

$ 34.00

Short beef ribs deep fried with garlic, onions, green chiles, black cardamom, rosemary.

Gored Gored

$ 24.00

Cubed cuts of beef mixed and warmed with spiced butter, mitmita(chile powder), black cardamom, green pepper, onions and garlic.

Melkam Ageigill

$ 43.00

Spicy beef sauce mixed with injera bread, allicha (non spicy curry) sauce mixed with injera, side of cottage cheese and boiled egg.

Tibs

$ 25.00

Shreds of beef sauteed with garlic, onions, tomatoes, green chilies, black cardamon, rosemary.

Tibs Firfir

$ 24.00

Spicy beef sauce mixed with injera pieces.

Business Info

Takeaway

Dine-in

Great coffee

Lunch

Dinner

Solo dining

Wheelchair-accessible car park

Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Wheelchair-accessible seating

Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Coffee

Comfort food

Healthy options

Small plates

Vegan options

Vegetarian options

Brunch

Lunch

Dinner

Catering

Dessert

Table service

Toilet

Casual

Cosy

Trendy

Groups

Tourists

Accepts reservations

Credit cards

Debit cards

NFC mobile payments

Credit cards

Good for kids

Free of charge street parking

Free parking lot

Melkam Market

Reviews

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“ Best Ethiopian/habesha spot in the city. I go there when am craving habesha dishes... never been disappointed. ”

Alazar S.

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“ Food was great, and presented beautifully. The owners are delightful. Going back again soon. ”

Jim B.

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“ Very good food and service. Very friendly. The veggie platter was very good and the raw kitfo as well. ”

Ju S.

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“ After falling in love with Ethiopian food in Los Angeles, I was on a mission to find a great Ethiopian spot here in Vegas. After a few tries, finally found this great place. Not only can you get your favorite Ethiopian entrées in the restaurant portion of the business, but you can also buy spices, traditional foods, and even pick up a delicious homemade cake to bring to a friends birthday party. What a great place! So glad to find traditional Ethiopian food and products. But, of course, my favorite thing to do is to go inside and have their traditional plate. Highly recommend!! ”

Nicole R.

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“ I've eaten here before and it was great. Unfortunately I have Celiac and their staff told me that their injera is made with barley, not just teff, so it is NOT gluten free. Now that I have to eat gluten free, I can't eat here. Luckily I can purchase some of the spices that I need here to make Ethiopian food at home such as koseret, mitmita and ajwain. ”

Rachel S.

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“ Blessed Love! I found this market on the west side of town, randomly looking to find Berbere. I picked up some Lentil varieties, and look forward to researching some recipes to cook up at home. They have injera available behind the counter. I look forward to sharing some Ethiopian eats here soon. ”

Santiago I.

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“ Melkam Market has it all. You can eat freshly cooked Ethiopian food. You can also buy the famous Ethiopian flat bread Injera (take away). They also sell all the ingredients you need to cook authentic Ethiopian food if you love cooking; I am. If you are interested in collecting some cultural items, it is part of their offer check the pictures I posted. They value good customer service. You will be welcomed with smile. ”

Ebenezer B.

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“ Clean, delicious, and superb customer service. I have been to many Ethiopian restaurants around the country. I have always had one issue - cleanliness! But this place doesnt disappoint. They did a great job with their decor and food is of high quality ingredients and cooked to perfection. This is my go to restaurant in this area. ”

Meron D.

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“ This is a combination of a restaurant and grocer in an area with an abundance of Ethiopian options. It was very quiet on the Saturday afternoon when I had lunch; the person who took my order described it as their slow time. I hope there is a fast time. I had the veggie platter which was quite reasonably priced at $12. The lentils in a berbere sauce were smokier than normal, which was a nice changeup. The other dishes were close to standard fare and were tasty. The injera they use is teff, not the teff/wheat hybrid that is in many restaurants (this is important to me due to allergies). The seating for the restaurant is small but quite comfortable and I enjoyed the atmosphere here more than some other places. They get bonus points for that. So, very good option for Ethiopian food and spices. ”

Steve K.

Location & Contact

Restaurants information

Address : 4230 S Decatur Blvd #600, Las Vegas, NV 89103, United States

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Call to reserve a table: +1 702-909-7267

Opening times

Monday : 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Tuesday : 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday : 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Thursday : 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Friday : 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday : 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Sunday : 09:00 AM - 09:00 PM