Chicken Tibsi (ደርሆ ጥብሲ)
£11.95
Cubed pieces of chicken marinated with special savana spices, onions, garlic, chilli, fresh rosemary, and clarified butter(kibe ኪበ)
Chicken Tibsi (ደርሆ ጥብሲ)
Cubed pieces of chicken marinated with special savana spices, onions, garlic, chilli, fresh rosemary, and clarified butter(kibe ኪበ)
Awaze Chicken tibsi (ኣዋዘ ደርሆ ጥብሲ)
Cubed pieces of chicken cooked in awaze paste,red wine, onions, garlic,butter, fresh rosemary,
Keyh Derho (ቀይሕ ደርሆ)
Slow cooked chicken drumsticks with berbere powder , onions and garlic, ginger and butter, served with one hard-boiled egg and injera.
Tsaeda Tibsi (ጥብሲ)
Tender marinated pieces of lamb cooked with pepper,onion,garlic , tomato, a touch of rosemary and other spices, served with salad and Injera.
Tsada Tibsi Firfir (ጻዕዳ ጥብሲ ፍርፍር)
lamb cubes cooked with pieces of injera served with injera.
Derek Tibsi (ደረቅ ጥብሲ)9
Pieces of charbroiled rib, rib eye (lamb) seasoned with garlic,onion,green chillies, rosemary and black peppers served on injera.
Awaze Tibsi (ኣዋዘ ጥብሲ)
Tender marinated pieces of lamb cooked with spices sauce, pepper,onion,garlic , tomato, rosemary served with salad and Injera.
Awaze Tibsi Firfir (ኣዋዘ ጥብሲፍርፍር)
Tender pieces of cubed lamb sauteed in olive oil, seasoned with onion, fresh tomatoes, garlic, sliced chillies, awaze and rosemary served with salad and Injera.
Lamb with Shiro (ስጋ በጊዕ ምስ ሽሮ)9
Roasted chickpea cooked with lamb jerk stew, exotic spices peppers,served on injera with side salad.
Lamb with spinach (ስጋ በጊዕ ምስ ስፒናች)
lamb cubes fried in ghee and spinach,served on injera with side salad.
Dullet (ዱለት)
Raw or meduim fried finely choped lamb tripe with spicy butter, red onion and green chillies.
Kifto (ክትፎ)
Finely chopped lean and tender beef seasoned in ghee butter and herbs
Kifto Special (ክትፎ ስፔሻል)
Kifto served with homemade cheese,Finely chopped green spinach and homemade butter
Gored Gored (ጎረድ ጎረድ)
Cubes pieces of chicken cooked in awaze paste,red wine, onions, garlic,butter, fresh rosemary,
Zilzil Tibsi (ዝል ዝል ጥብሲ)
Long strips of beef seasoned with garlic, onion,rosemary and spiced butter.
Zg-ni (ዝግኒ)
Long strips of beef seasoned with garlic, onion,rosemary and spiced butter.
Derek Tibsi (ደረቅ ጥብሲ)
Pieces of charbroiled rib, rib eye (beef) seasoned with garlic,onion,green chillies, rosemary and black peppers served on injera.
SHIRO (ሽሮ)
Roasted and finely ground chickpeas simmered in onion,ginger,garlic, chilli
Birsin (ብርሲን)
Lentils prepared in a blend of special Eritrean spicy sauce.
Alicha (ኣልቻ)
Yellow split peas cooked with special Eritrean turmeric sauce
Mushroom Tibsi (ማሽሩም ጥብሲ)
Mushroom onion,tomato ,pepper,rosemary & awaze sauce,
AZIFA – ኣዚፋ
Green lentils seasoned with onions, minced chilli, pepper, mustard and lemon juice.
Naytsom Beb-aynetu – (ናይ ጾም በብዓይነቱ)
Combination of vegetables such as collard greens, cabbages, carrot, split peas, red lentils, string beans and injera
Kicha Fitfit (ቂጫ ፍትፍት)
Shredded kitcha (Traditional flat bread), in berbere and clarified butter (Tesmi).
Enqaquho Fritata (እንቃቆሖ ፍሪታታ)
A super-juicy scrambled eggs with onions and tomatoes.
Ful Medemes (ፉል መደመስ)
Mashed fava beans served with vegetable oil, cumin, onion, garlic and lemon juice.
Ga’at (ገዓት)
Ga’at is made with barley or wheat flour, filled with a mixture of tesmi and berbere. This spicy combination is tempered with yogurt which balances the flavours. The porridge may be eaten with a utensil
If you're seeking the warmth of authentic Eritrean cuisine in North London, the Bisha Eritrean Restaurant Menu at 544 Holloway Rd is a compelling reason to stop by. From the moment you step inside, there’s a strong sense of cultural pride and tradition, which is beautifully reflected in the dishes.
One of the menu’s greatest strengths lies in its dedication to home-style cooking. The injera-a staple flatbread made from teff-is perfectly tangy and spongy, ideal for scooping up richly spiced stews like tsebhi derho (spicy chicken) and zigni (beef stew). Vegetarian diners are equally well-catered for, with options such as shiro (chickpea stew) and tumtumo (lentils), which are both hearty and layered with flavor. The vegetarian platter, in particular, stands out as a value-packed sampler that brings together texture, spice, and variety.
What sets Bisha apart from other Eritrean restaurants in the city is its clear focus on authenticity without compromise. Portions are generous, the seasoning is bold but well-balanced, and the cooking feels deeply personal. While some places may tone down spice levels or fusion the flavors to cater to a broader palate, Bisha maintains an unapologetic dedication to tradition.
Service is warm and attentive, and the environment is intimate without feeling crowded. Though the setting is modest, it only adds to the charm-this is a place where food and hospitality speak louder than décor.
For anyone new to Eritrean cuisine, the staff are helpful in guiding you through the menu, offering explanations and recommendations. Whether you're dining solo, with friends, or looking to introduce someone to East African cuisine for the first time, Bisha delivers an experience that is both comforting and memorable.