Am giving one star because of I ordered 50/50 after I paid I went to pick up when I get there they told me to owner said not allow what I wan he stop my order and employee she told me to change order I changed my order and pick up my food went my home when i opened I got half bread he greedy if they told me I can pay them that’s disappoint me am best customer I never complain about anything but this one I don’t want pass 👎 am not gown anymore this place
Service: 1
Neima Nasser
I’m giving this restaurant one star because of a very disappointing experience. I went based on a recommendation and ordered a combination meal that looked good at first — but once I got home and tried it, I couldn’t even eat one full bite. The meat tasted old, was extremely tough, and completely inedible. I only managed a few bites before I had to throw the entire meal in the trash. Not only was it a waste of money, but it also left me with an upset stomach. When I called the restaurant to explain, they refused to offer a refund and instead said they could give me a discount next time — but after this experience, there definitely won’t be a next time. I do not recommend Lesaac cafe.
Food: 1
MO T (M.A.T)
I ordered with my Ethiopian friend “Lesaac Tips” supposedly on the menu, but I received totally messed up, they sent instead of “Tips” “firfrel” with left over meat and injera with mixed “Kenche”, very bad experience, my Ethiopian friend was shocked this was so wrong and it wasn’t even in the menu.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
ts targs
If you are not ethiopian dont expect service here I wish I could talk about the food waited for over an hour no water nothing only for the server to come to me when I was leaving to say oh you still here
Service: 1
Kromeklia Bryant
Wonderful everytime we go. Never have problems getting a table. Order the hot tea. Food is always hot and fresh. Never had a bad experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tesso Tad
If I could give zero stars, I would—without hesitation.
I’ve given Lesaac Ethiopian Caffe two chances, and both times were absolutely awful in different, yet equally unacceptable ways.
The first time, the server insulted me—not just in a rude or dismissive way, but with clear disrespect that left me and my wife shocked and uncomfortable. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt chaotic and disorganized. Service was painfully slow, even though the place was literally empty for Sunday brunch . I waited far too long just to be acknowledged, and when someone finally took my order, they seemed rushed and uninterested—as if doing me a favor. The service was incredibly disorganized. Dishes were brought out at completely different times, leaving everyone at the table either waiting awkwardly or eating alone. When I politely asked the server if she can bring all the orders together, she insulted me—yes, insulted me—as if I had no right to make such a basic and reasonable request. The food itself? A total letdown. What was served barely resembled authentic Ethiopian cuisine. The injera was dry and stale, the wot was bland and lukewarm, and the portions were insultingly small for the price. It’s hard to imagine how a restaurant that claims to serve traditional dishes could miss the mark this badly. I should’ve walked away right then and there, but I decided to give them a second chance, hoping maybe it was just a bad day.
Unfortunately, the second visit was even worse. After a deeply underwhelming meal, I politely asked the server to pack the leftover food to-go. Instead, she threw it in the trash—without a word of explanation. It was blatant and disrespectful.
Beyond the unacceptable service, the food itself is mediocre at best. On both visits, the injera was dry and poorly fermented, the stews lacked flavor, and nothing tasted fresh. Combine that with slow, dismissive service and outright disrespect, and there is nothing redeeming about this place.
I’ve enjoyed Ethiopian food at many places, and I know what a warm and hospitable dining experience should feel like. Lesaac is the complete opposite. You’re treated like a burden, not a guest.
Save yourself the disappointment. There are plenty of excellent Ethiopian restaurants in the area—this is not one of them.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Josseline Torres
The food here was exceptional. It was my friend’s and my first time experiencing Ethiopian cuisine, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavor — a truly unforgettable culinary experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Banks
Service was outstanding as was the food at this friendly neighborhood spot
Amanuel Menna
One of the worst Ethiopian restaurants in DMV area
VT
Weird energy. Even though I made a purchase and sat down to enjoy my latte, the server started kept giving me dirty looks.
The servers are ignorant. The meat smelled so rotten it stank up the entire restaurant. ONLY GOOD thing here is their dessert menu otherwise it’s awful.
Aaron Shapiro
Not great in general in the location and they cancel constantly when you order online.
Daniel Fisseha
Lesaac Ethiopian Restaurant offers outstanding service. Since I was fasting, I ordered the mushroom tibs — and wow, it was absolutely excellent! I still think about it every day. I can’t wait to go back!
Yab Yaregal Magellan
The owner/manager has no respect for his employees. He treats them like shi*
Efrem Kiflu
I stop by to have a coffee and I ordered cake but the cake was not fresh. It was not done on the same day..Hope you will disclose in the future. If it is not done on the same day.
Am giving one star because of I ordered 50/50 after I paid I went to pick up when I get there they told me to owner said not allow what I wan he stop my order and employee she told me to change order I changed my order and pick up my food went my home when i opened I got half bread he greedy if they told me I can pay them that’s disappoint me am best customer I never complain about anything but this one I don’t want pass 👎 am not gown anymore this place
Service: 1
I’m giving this restaurant one star because of a very disappointing experience. I went based on a recommendation and ordered a combination meal that looked good at first — but once I got home and tried it, I couldn’t even eat one full bite. The meat tasted old, was extremely tough, and completely inedible. I only managed a few bites before I had to throw the entire meal in the trash. Not only was it a waste of money, but it also left me with an upset stomach. When I called the restaurant to explain, they refused to offer a refund and instead said they could give me a discount next time — but after this experience, there definitely won’t be a next time. I do not recommend Lesaac cafe.
Food: 1
I ordered with my Ethiopian friend “Lesaac Tips” supposedly on the menu, but I received totally messed up, they sent instead of “Tips” “firfrel” with left over meat and injera with mixed “Kenche”, very bad experience, my Ethiopian friend was shocked this was so wrong and it wasn’t even in the menu.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
If you are not ethiopian dont expect service here I wish I could talk about the food waited for over an hour no water nothing only for the server to come to me when I was leaving to say oh you still here
Service: 1
Wonderful everytime we go. Never have problems getting a table. Order the hot tea. Food is always hot and fresh. Never had a bad experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If I could give zero stars, I would—without hesitation.
I’ve given Lesaac Ethiopian Caffe two chances, and both times were absolutely awful in different, yet equally unacceptable ways.
The first time, the server insulted me—not just in a rude or dismissive way, but with clear disrespect that left me and my wife shocked and uncomfortable. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt chaotic and disorganized. Service was painfully slow, even though the place was literally empty for Sunday brunch . I waited far too long just to be acknowledged, and when someone finally took my order, they seemed rushed and uninterested—as if doing me a favor. The service was incredibly disorganized. Dishes were brought out at completely different times, leaving everyone at the table either waiting awkwardly or eating alone. When I politely asked the server if she can bring all the orders together, she insulted me—yes, insulted me—as if I had no right to make such a basic and reasonable request. The food itself? A total letdown. What was served barely resembled authentic Ethiopian cuisine. The injera was dry and stale, the wot was bland and lukewarm, and the portions were insultingly small for the price. It’s hard to imagine how a restaurant that claims to serve traditional dishes could miss the mark this badly.
I should’ve walked away right then and there, but I decided to give them a second chance, hoping maybe it was just a bad day.
Unfortunately, the second visit was even worse. After a deeply underwhelming meal, I politely asked the server to pack the leftover food to-go. Instead, she threw it in the trash—without a word of explanation. It was blatant and disrespectful.
Beyond the unacceptable service, the food itself is mediocre at best. On both visits, the injera was dry and poorly fermented, the stews lacked flavor, and nothing tasted fresh. Combine that with slow, dismissive service and outright disrespect, and there is nothing redeeming about this place.
I’ve enjoyed Ethiopian food at many places, and I know what a warm and hospitable dining experience should feel like. Lesaac is the complete opposite. You’re treated like a burden, not a guest.
Save yourself the disappointment. There are plenty of excellent Ethiopian restaurants in the area—this is not one of them.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The food here was exceptional. It was my friend’s and my first time experiencing Ethiopian cuisine, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavor — a truly unforgettable culinary experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service was outstanding as was the food at this friendly neighborhood spot
One of the worst Ethiopian restaurants in DMV area
Weird energy. Even though I made a purchase and sat down to enjoy my latte, the server started kept giving me dirty looks.
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The servers are ignorant. The meat smelled so rotten it stank up the entire restaurant. ONLY GOOD thing here is their dessert menu otherwise it’s awful.
Not great in general in the location and they cancel constantly when you order online.
Lesaac Ethiopian Restaurant offers outstanding service. Since I was fasting, I ordered the mushroom tibs — and wow, it was absolutely excellent! I still think about it every day. I can’t wait to go back!
The owner/manager has no respect for his employees. He treats them like shi*
I stop by to have a coffee and I ordered cake but the cake was not fresh. It was not done on the same day..Hope you will disclose in the future. If it is not done on the same day.
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