A gem. Delicious food, lovely hostess. Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mylinda Ogundipe
We go here for take out quite frequently. The service is always warm and friendly and the food is delicious. We're vegan and are quite happy with the vegetarian platter. The ONLY reason for the 4 stars is because they recently switched to plastic take out containers. I really preferred the compostable containers because they did a good job of sucking up a lot of the oil.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fi
I've been to Desta twice and had the Veggie Combo both times. I normally can’t digest lentils well, but I had no problem with the perfectly cooked, delicious lentils here. The injera is fluffy and not too sour, and all the veggie and lentil dishes are super tasty, each with its own distinct flavor. The two lady chefs are so kind and always make me feel like I’m being fed as part of their family. :) I also had a great chai latte there today and got to watch them roast their coffee beans for other guests.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ll wells
delicious fresh authentic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan
Food is amazing and service is incredible. The owner is super friendly and nice. Out of all the Ethiopian food I've had, this is by far my favourite! Amazing value and quality. Will be coming back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jory Gessow
Unbelievably good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Schneider
One of the most flavorful experiences I’ve had. I would highly recommend the combo platter to share with another person so you can get a taste of all the flavors they’ve got to offer. The hibiscus tea was perfect for a hot day. Incredibly quick and lovely service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Misir Wot, Injera, Veggie Combo Plate, Shiro Wot
Mezeker Belayneh
Best Ethiopian vegetarian food in the Bay Area hands down
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Henok hailu
Incredible Ethiopian Food — Just Like Home!
If you’re looking for authentic Ethiopian food that hits every note of tradition and flavor, Desta Ethiopian Cafe is the place to go. The injera was soft and fresh, with just the right level of tang, and the wot dishes were rich, spicy, and full of depth. I had the shiro, doro wot, and gomen, and each bite took me back home.
Portions are generous, and the vegetarian options are just as satisfying as the meat dishes. You can tell the food is made with love and care — the kind of comfort that only comes from real Ethiopian cooking.
Whether you’re Ethiopian or just discovering the cuisine, Desta delivers a truly special dining experience. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
T Tran
Our food was absolutely delicious and fresh-tasting! The waiter was very kind to us, and the interior decor felt like home.
An amazingly sweet neighborhood cafe, with fresh Ethiopian food that tastes heavenly, ginger tea that smarts (as it should) and the kindest owner and staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ikram Beshir
1000/10 the veggie combo is so freaking good
Sia Mozaffari
As an omnivore I was skeptical. Service was lightning fast and the food was delicious, reasonably priced and generously portioned.
Meagan
Hands down the best Ethiopian food I’ve ever had. Everything is delicious and freshly made and so reasonably priced. You will leave here stuff and happy.
Avery Sliwak
The food here is absolutely amazing. Best Ethiopian overall ive ever had. Their collard greens and green lentil dish are both seriously the best ive ever had for those dishes in Ethiopian cuisine. Everything else is still show stopping. When we first went here, there was a dish with red sauce and I wasn't a huge fan - but i also am personally not a dark meaty-taste sauce person, and all the dishes here have otherwise been amazing. Even the sambusas are great! They could use a little more variety, maybe served with the green lentil dish as a side even or with a sauce- but even by themselves are amazing. Long story short, Desta is a must visit!
A gem. Delicious food, lovely hostess. Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We go here for take out quite frequently. The service is always warm and friendly and the food is delicious. We're vegan and are quite happy with the vegetarian platter. The ONLY reason for the 4 stars is because they recently switched to plastic take out containers. I really preferred the compostable containers because they did a good job of sucking up a lot of the oil.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been to Desta twice and had the Veggie Combo both times. I normally can’t digest lentils well, but I had no problem with the perfectly cooked, delicious lentils here. The injera is fluffy and not too sour, and all the veggie and lentil dishes are super tasty, each with its own distinct flavor. The two lady chefs are so kind and always make me feel like I’m being fed as part of their family. :) I also had a great chai latte there today and got to watch them roast their coffee beans for other guests.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
delicious fresh authentic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is amazing and service is incredible. The owner is super friendly and nice. Out of all the Ethiopian food I've had, this is by far my favourite! Amazing value and quality. Will be coming back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unbelievably good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the most flavorful experiences I’ve had. I would highly recommend the combo platter to share with another person so you can get a taste of all the flavors they’ve got to offer. The hibiscus tea was perfect for a hot day. Incredibly quick and lovely service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Misir Wot, Injera, Veggie Combo Plate, Shiro Wot
Best Ethiopian vegetarian food in the Bay Area hands down
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible Ethiopian Food — Just Like Home!
If you’re looking for authentic Ethiopian food that hits every note of tradition and flavor, Desta Ethiopian Cafe is the place to go. The injera was soft and fresh, with just the right level of tang, and the wot dishes were rich, spicy, and full of depth. I had the shiro, doro wot, and gomen, and each bite took me back home.
Portions are generous, and the vegetarian options are just as satisfying as the meat dishes. You can tell the food is made with love and care — the kind of comfort that only comes from real Ethiopian cooking.
Whether you’re Ethiopian or just discovering the cuisine, Desta delivers a truly special dining experience. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our food was absolutely delicious and fresh-tasting! The waiter was very kind to us, and the interior decor felt like home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
An amazingly sweet neighborhood cafe, with fresh Ethiopian food that tastes heavenly, ginger tea that smarts (as it should) and the kindest owner and staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
1000/10 the veggie combo is so freaking good
As an omnivore I was skeptical. Service was lightning fast and the food was delicious, reasonably priced and generously portioned.
Hands down the best Ethiopian food I’ve ever had. Everything is delicious and freshly made and so reasonably priced. You will leave here stuff and happy.
The food here is absolutely amazing. Best Ethiopian overall ive ever had. Their collard greens and green lentil dish are both seriously the best ive ever had for those dishes in Ethiopian cuisine. Everything else is still show stopping. When we first went here, there was a dish with red sauce and I wasn't a huge fan - but i also am personally not a dark meaty-taste sauce person, and all the dishes here have otherwise been amazing. Even the sambusas are great! They could use a little more variety, maybe served with the green lentil dish as a side even or with a sauce- but even by themselves are amazing. Long story short, Desta is a must visit!
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