Discover our delicious menu featuring authentic Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine at Merkato Restaurant, Winnipeg's beloved dining destination since 2002. From our signature Doro Wat and Vegetarian Combo to Kitfo, Special Derek Tibs, and Sambosa, each dish is carefully prepared with traditional spices and served on injera. Visit our food gallery or contact us to learn more.
Legs of free-range chicken slow-cooked in a dense stew of onions, berbere, kibbeh (Ethiopian ghee), herbs, and boiled egg. A classic Ethiopian comfort dish served on traditional injera flatbread.
Chef Recommended — Merkato's most celebrated dish, perfected over two decades of authentic Ethiopian cooking.
A generous platter featuring Miser Wat (lentil stew), Ater Kik Wat (split pea stew), Dinch Wat (potato stew), Gomen Wat (collard greens), and Shiro Wat — all served on traditional injera flatbread.
Best Seller — our most popular vegetarian platter. Imported gluten-free teff injera available on request.
Chunks of lean beef sautéed with onion, tomato, green pepper, and purified butter. One of Merkato's signature dishes — available mild or spicy, served on traditional injera flatbread.
A crowd favourite at Merkato — rich, savoury, and full of authentic Ethiopian flavour.