Asmara
$$ • Ethiopian, Bars
Hours:
739 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge
(617) 864-7447
About Asmara
Customers' Favorites
Sega Bebaynatu-Meat Combination
Alitcha Begeeh - Yebeg Alitcha
Veggie and Meat Combo
Vegetable Combination
Ahimilti Bebaynetu
Meat Combination
Alitcha Ahmilti
Tomato Salad
Mango Juice
House Salad
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Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Asmara is a popular restaurant known for its consistently delicious food and kind service. The vegetarian combo is a popular choice, offering a variety of lentil and bean dishes with rich stews and tangy cabbage. Injera, a type of Ethiopian bread, is used to scoop up the food and soaks up flavors from the dishes, making it a delightful treat at the end of the meal. The homemade honey wine is a sweet complement to the spices in the food. The arrangement of the food on the traditional Eritrean stool or table adds to the appealing atmosphere. The ambience is beautifully Eritrean, with curtains, art, and hanging flowers creating a cozy, homey environment. The service is excellent and kind, making it a perfect place for a date, especially in the evenings when dim lighting creates an intimate setting.
Dining at Asmara with a group is enjoyable, and the servers make excellent recommendations. The Kitfo, a raw beef dish, is a must-try—delicious and not at all like raw beef. The Asmara Tibsy has good flavor but can be a bit tough. The Atkilt, a vegetable dish, along with the salad, offers a refreshing balance to the meat dishes. The food is suitable for most palates, with little to no spiciness, and vegetarian options include lentil, collard, and barley crepe dishes. The staff is welcoming and answers any questions, making it a great place for group dinners. The food was delicious, the service was prompt, and there was an overall relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Visitors especially loved the spicy sauce and lentils, homemade honey wine, and spiced tea, finding it worth the trip. The service is very friendly, and the food came out relatively fast. The fish and shrimp were big hits with families. Many visitors find themselves returning often, drawn by the delicious food and warm atmosphere.