Sunnyside, Queens
The Restaurant
Open · Dine In46-11 Skillman AveSunnyside, NY 11104
Tue–Fri 5PM–10PM
Sat–Sun 12PM–10PM
Sat–Sun 12PM–10PM
Our full-service flagship and the complete Makina experience.
Eritrean-Ethiopian Eatery · New York City
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Born from three cultures. Cooked for one city. Rooted in Queens, served across New York.
Mesob — The Habesha communal table
As Seen In
New York Times2018
Time Out New York2017
New York Post2018
ABC News2018
Heritage Radio2018
PIX 112019
NYC City Lens2018
Bon Appétit2019
VICE:Munchies2019
Vendy AwardsFinalist 2018
Grub Street2026
Eater 382026
Bon Appétit2026
Resy2026
QNS2026
The Sex and the City2025
Habesha
About Us
Pull up a chair.
Share a meal.
Experience the Culture.
At Makina, we believe that the best way to experience the Culture is to pull up a chair and share a meal. We are a woman-owned hospitality family dedicated to bringing the soulful, vibrant flavors of Eritrea and Ethiopia to the heart of New York City. By blending time-honored traditions with a modern touch, we've created a space where everyone is welcome to discover the beauty of East African heritage.
Eden G. Egziabher
Founder & CEO · Makina Cafe NYC · Est. 2017
Driven by a passion for her roots and a vision for the future, Eden launched Makina Café in 2017. With an MBA in Marketing, she combined her business expertise with the palette of flavors she grew up with — Eritrean, Ethiopian, and Italian. As the first Eritrean-American woman to run a food truck in NYC, she named the company "Makina" — the word for "truck" across all three cultures — to celebrate the journey of her heritage. Today, she leads Makina with a focus on community, mentorship, and heartfelt hospitality.
Our mission is simple: to expand the reach of "Habesha" culture — the shared spirit of the Eritrean and Ethiopian people. We are proud to be a bridge between generations, offering modern takes on classics that honor our history while inviting a new world of food lovers to the conversation. From features in Bon Appétit and VICE to the smiles we see across the table every night — we invite you to join us.
Our Journey
From a yellow truck
to New York City
Eight years. One woman's vision. Four concepts — and still growing.
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Where to find us
Four concepts, one family. Each Makina experience is rooted in the same Habesha traditions — choose the one that fits your moment.
Sunnyside, NY 11104
Governor's Island
Island Café
Open · Year-RoundColonels RowGovernor's Island, NY
Mon–Fri 9AM–4:30PM
Sat–Sun 10AM–5PM
Sat–Sun 10AM–5PM
Habesha bowls and a beer garden under the trees.
Roaming NYC
The OG Truck
Seasonal · EventsPop-ups & private eventsacross the five boroughs
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for the current schedule
for the current schedule
The yellow truck that started it all in 2017.
Citywide · NYC
Catering & Events
Now BookingCorporate & private eventsdelivered citywide
Available year-round
Custom menus on request
Custom menus on request
A spread custom-built for your event, guests, and vision.
Catering & Events
Bring Makina
to your table
From corporate lunches to weddings, we bring the communal spirit of Habesha dining to any occasion. Our catering team works with you to create a menu that feels personal, abundant, and unforgettable.
- Corporate & office catering
- Private dining & celebrations
- Wedding & event catering
- Food truck booking (seasonal)
Response within 24 hours · info@makinacafenyc.com
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Serving New York's Best
From boardrooms to company celebrations, Makina has had the honor of feeding some of the city's most recognized names.
A selection of our corporate catering partners · Inquire below to bring Makina to your next event
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Join Our Team
Build something
meaningful
with us
At Makina, we believe our team is the soul of every experience we create. We're looking for people who lead with warmth, take pride in their craft, and want to be part of something bigger than a shift. If that sounds like you — we'd love to hear from you.
We hire for hospitality, character, and curiosity. Experience in Eritrean or Ethiopian cuisine is a plus, but passion always comes first.
Get in Touch
General Application
We're always open to hearing from great people — whether you're front of house, back of house, events, or operations. Send us your story and tell us where you think you'd fit in the Makina family. We'll be in touch.
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our table?
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Address
46-11 Skillman Ave
Sunnyside, NY 11104
Sunnyside, NY 11104
Hours
Tue–Fri 5PM–10PM
Sat–Sun 12PM–10PM
Sat–Sun 12PM–10PM
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