"Here’s a rundown of what I enjoyed there: the Pea and Lentil Samosas were incredibly tasty! They reminded me a bit of the Indian version but with a unique twist. (See picture) The Vegetarian ALICHA was fantastic. I could happily eat vegetarian dishes every day and never tire of it. (See picture)
We also tried the Chicken with hard-boiled eggs (Doro Wat), Lamb (Sega Wat), and Beef dishes. They were very spicy but not overwhelmingly hot—just delicious! (See picture) The beef tartare, known as KITFO, was served with IAB (yogurt cheese). I’m not really a fan of raw meat, so I opted to try it cooked. It was good, though I realized it's more a reflection of my personal taste than a comment on the restaurant itself—I’d probably stick with the vegetarian options in the future. (See picture)
The ambiance is reminiscent of a café in a developing country, but the warmth and friendliness of the staff made up for it. Service can be a bit slow, but after the hustle and bustle outside, it felt like a nice change of pace. You can tell the owners and servers genuinely care; they treat you like a person, not just a number. They patiently answered all our questions and made us feel at ease, especially as we navigated a cuisine we weren't familiar with. My dad can be tough to please, so if he felt at home, I knew the place was a hit—otherwise, he’d let me know for days!
One fun tip: when you dine here, be prepared to forget about utensils and use the traditional Injera bread to scoop up your food with your fingers. While I don’t care for Injera on its own, it’s divine when paired with their spreads! The platters are quite large, taking up most of the table space, so the traditional method of eating is very practical. However, if you ask, the staff will gladly provide additional plates and utensils.
Interestingly, although it’s an Ethiopian restaurant, they don’t serve Ethiopian beer—which you can easily find at a nearby convenience store. Fortunately, they were cool enough to let me bring in my own beer to enjoy with my meal. Prices are very reasonable, and I love to share a variety of two or three dishes with friends, making it ideal for a small group; I can’t eat all that by myself!
Parking is easy on Sundays since there are no restrictions, although it's street parking only. They do take reservations and are accommodating for larger parties. They even set up a special area for a group I hosted once.
Overall, I highly recommend giving this restaurant a try—you might be pleasantly surprised!"
