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ETHIOPIAN AND MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE

Whether it’s for a boardroom lunch, special events, office lunches, an after-hours team dinner or a house party with friends, we create remarkable experience by offering the finest quality foods and personalized service.

Call us or Swing by Mela Bistro to discuss and arrange your catering needs.

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Holiday Parties

Bring warmth, color, and festive flavor to your holiday gatherings with our seasonal creations.
From intimate dinners to large celebrations, we serve dishes that make the moment shine.

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wedding

Celebrate your special day with unforgettable flavors crafted from fresh, local ingredients.
Our team designs elegant menus that complement your theme and delight every guest.

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birthday

Make your birthday celebration vibrant and delicious with dishes full of bold, joyful flavors.
We create custom menus that match your personality and make the day truly memorable.

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Corporate

Impress clients and energize your team with thoughtfully prepared meals that feel both professional and inviting.
We offer flexible catering options to elevate meetings, conferences, and company events.

CATERING MENU

All orders must be placed at least 2 business days prior to the event.

A credit card will be required to hold the date & reservation.
Small order feeds 10-15 people
Large order feeds 25-30 people

Sambusa

  • Spinach tortilla filled with black lentils, leeks, ginger, garlic and jalapeños
    • Small $80 
    • Large $130

Turmeric Chicken Skewer

  • Free range chicken breast marinated in turmeric ginger sauce

    • Small $190
    • Large $250

Roasted Pepper and Berbere Hummus

  • Garbanzo beans, roasted peppers, tahini, berbere, garlic, evoo, lemon juice and sea salt; served with pita bread
    • Small $40
    • Large $80

Cilantro Lime Turmeric Grilled Chicken

  • Small $180
  • Large $300

Vegetarian Delight Wrap

  • Small $150
  • Large $270
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Mela Mela

  • Lettuce, red and green tomatoes, jalapenos, cucumbers, onions, parsley, garlic, ginger and marinated garbanzo beans served with chef’s special dressing
    • Small $125
    • Large $175

Ratatouille Salad

  • Beets, squash, zucchini, potatoes, tomatoes, parsley, and garlic with house made avocado mayo
    • Small $125
    • Large $210

Couscous Salad

  • Couscous, mixed fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olive, Himalayan pink salt
    • Small $150 Large $235

Cold Breath

  • Ginger marinated tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, beets, olives, and garbanzo beans
    • Small $150
    • Large $235

Quinoa Kale Salad

  • Kale, quinoa, onion, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, cumin, infused olive oil
    • Small $160
    • Large $220

Ethiopian Style Salad

  • Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and garbanzo beans served with special house dressing
    • small $75
    • Large $235

Injera can be substituted with turmeric rice, couscous or pita bread

Veggie Tibs

  • Sautéed Portobello mushrooms, onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, red and green bell peppers, mitmita, and jalapenos
    • Small $150
    • Large $280

Misir Wot

  • Red lentils simmered in berbere sauce, ginger, garlic, onions, false cardamom, sea salt and pepper
    • Small $110
    • Large $220

Veggie Kitfo

  • Portobello mushrooms seasoned with Ethiopian spices, red onions, Anaheim peppers, garlic, ginger and herb infused evoo
    • Small $225
    • Large $285

Veggie Platter

  • Misir wot, yellow split peas, collard greens, beats and potatoes, gingered purple cabbage and sting beans and carrots
    • Small $200
    • Large $300

Mushroom Wot

  • Mushroom cooked in berbere sauce, organic herbs and infused evoo
    • Small $175
    • Large $250

Shiro Wot

  • Chickpea powder simmered in onions, garlic, tomato sauce and herbs
    • Small $150
    • Large $260

Turmeric Rice

  • Small $80
  • Large $135

Ethiopian Style Spicy Pasta Seltata

  • Small $150
  • Large $250

Ethiopian Style Couscous

  • Small $140
  • Large $200
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Injera can be substituted with turmeric rice, couscous, pita or quinoa.
We proudly serve locally sourced grass fed beef and free range chicken.

Asa Wot (Fish Goulash)

  • Wild caught cod fish, onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, berbere, herb-infused evoo
    • Small $180
    • Large $260

Chicken Mushroom

  • Free range chicken breast and shiitake mushrooms sautéed with organic herbs
    • Small $225
    • Large $325

Shrimp Tibs

  • Sautéed shrimp with onions, garlic, ginger, berbere and rosemary
    • Small $185
    • Large $260

Lamb Tibs 

  • lamb sautéed with garlic, ginger, onions, clarified butter and herbs
    • Small $235
    • Large $330

Asa Kitfo (Ahi Tuna Tartar)

  • Wild caught sushi grade ahi tuna, mitmita, false cardamom, herb infused olive oil, Himalayan pink salt
    • Small $250
    • Large $365
Small$125 | Large:$230
  • Yellow Split Peas

  • String Beans & Carrots

  • Gomen (Collard Greens)

  • Beets & Potatoes

  • Gingered Cabbage

Tiramisu

  • Small $70
  • Large $135

Our Signature Cookies – ask for platter selection

  • small $80
  • Large $135

Chocolate Coffee Cake – Made with Ethiopian coffee

  • small $80
  • Large $180

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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

4.9
Based on 148 reviews
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Yared Tsegaye profile pictureYared Tsegaye
04:30 14 Nov 25
A Truly Unique and Delicious Experience

This was my first time trying the injera shrimp taco at Mela Bistro, and it completely blew me away. The flavors were rich, bold, and perfectly balanced — easily the best taco I’ve had in a long time. The blend of spices and the injera base created something genuinely unique and unforgettable.

The atmosphere is warm and very cozy, with soft African music playing in the background that adds to the homey vibe without being overwhelming. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner, whether you’re trying something new or craving comfort food with a cultural twist.

Highly recommend — I’ll definitely be coming back!
Nigist Aklilu profile pictureNigist Aklilu
03:20 14 Nov 25
The shrimp taco was out of this world for appetizers. We also had the veggie platter and tuna kifo was so delicious. The pistachio cake for dessert was a cherry on the top. We Will definitely will come back.
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Monique Lee profile pictureMonique Lee
19:51 24 Oct 25
The lentil soup is so flavorful and yummy!
The Sambusas are addictive!
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Japi profile pictureJapi
04:46 18 Aug 25
Had a wonderful dinner experience. Cocktails, vegetarian option of course the yummiest vegan cake we had. We will be back soon.
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john jones profile picturejohn jones
04:13 18 Aug 25
Hermona Yonas profile pictureHermona Yonas
05:45 17 Aug 25
Need to know daily profile pictureNeed to know daily
11:42 16 Aug 25
had lamb tibs very bland
James Li profile pictureJames Li
17:49 05 Aug 25
Delicious Ethiopian food with a great veggie selection and wonderful desserts!
Highly recommend the Tef Chocolate Cake for dessert.
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semira deneke profile picturesemira deneke
00:45 07 Jul 25
Rise & Shine profile pictureRise & Shine
02:59 03 Jul 25
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