We had this recommendation a long time ago from my mother-in-law, one day we went to a music event (Tosco Music in La Coalición Latina) we looked for food nearby after a beautiful event and the best recommendation was this, then we realized that his mom had already recommended it to us before so we felt it was a sign It seems like you are visiting some friends home, it is a cozy house with African decorations, the menu is complete enough for all diets (vegetarian and vegan options as well) and they have a section next to it that explain certain terms for those not connoisseurs of Ethiopian food (like us) ?We ordered an Ethiopian tea that had very interesting notes of cloves, cinnamon and other aromatic herbs, very subtle and pleasant to the palate; some sambusas (yemisir and yesega), the sambusas were crunchy and the filling of both lentils and ground meat were excellent, we definitely wanted to order more to take home as a snack for later ??My partner ordered Beef Tibs and my God! We never thought they would serve it on such a HUGE plate! It is super entertaining to have to eat everything with your hands, it feels very connected to our main roots and the injera as an edible replacement of the cutlery gives it a unique touch; I on my side ordered Yegebe Alecha, definitely the ginger and curry broth along with the lamb is to die for ? The flavors are so different from what we are used to but they are definitely very traditional and exquisite combinations Simply and sincerely a beautiful and very new experience, we are always happy to be able to experience traditional food from places that we do not yet know, and also to be able to immerse ourselves in the culture in one of the ways that we like the most: through food ???
Great food! This was our first time trying Ethiopian food and the server was very friendly and helpful. The prices were very reasonable as well!Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Abugida Feast
M S
Best Ethiopian food in Charlotte! Everything was fresh and loaded with flavor. Ample menu options, hearty portions, friendly/top notch service.
Very low key but delicious place! Feels like you're sitting in their living room in the best way. Quick service and everything was delectable. With just the two of us we ordered the Ethiopian Love appetizer and Abugida Feast - we ate until we couldn't and still brought home a box full of food. There is a parking lot behind the building. A must visit!Parking: Driveway on main road to parking lot behind the building
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Abugida Feast
Michel Meza
Being completely honest, this is not a fancy place, is more like a house that sells Ethiopian food. Either way, it was the first time having Ethiopian food for me and my wife and it was delicious, unique and different to not mention totally inexpensive. Not all the culinary experiences must come from fancy expensive places. I’ve read comments criticizing the service ain’t the best one cz it takes long and the loud sounds and poor atmosphere. If you looking to try new things you should ignore those comments and give them a shot. Just give them a chance and try it out by yourselves.Vegetarian options: They have different vegetarian dishes but it’s cultural so they don’t mark them as vegetarian because it’s obvious that a potato doesn’t have any meat ?Wheelchair accessibility: They have a large ramp and plenty of space for handicapped people
Not only was the food excellent but the service was great! The red lentils were especially delicious and I normally don’t like lentils. Would definitely come back again!
The food was rich, flavorful and out of this world. Our server explained everything and recommended some amazing dishes for us to try. Definitely adding to our regular spots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetable Platter
Kayla Wills
Awesome food that is so
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb TIBS, Vegetarian Feast
Amy Fox
We absolutely love when we get a chance to dine with you. Thank you again for another wonderful late lunch!Vegetarian options: Do yourself a favor and order the vegetarian Abugida Feast!!! Oh my!! So much delicious food on one plate!Parking: One handicap parking in the front. The rest of the spots are behind the building.Wheelchair accessibility: There's a ramp up to the front door and plenty of room to maneuver once inside. There's a single handicap parking spot out front.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Aybe with Gomen, Doro Alecha, Vegetable Platter, Potato and Carrots, Lamb TIBS, Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, Inside View of Samosa, Vegetarian Feast, Yesega Sambusa
Alex Cuadros
the food was DELICIOUS! service was PERFECT! so happy to have finally tried this spot. absolutely will be coming back to try more dishes :) thank you!Vegetarian options: my mom is vegan and found the platter to be delicious
The food was fantastic, staff helped pick and didn’t disappoint. I will be back. I can’t say it enough the food was soo good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Aybe with Gomen, Flavorful Ethiopian Cheese, Vegetable Platter, Injera, Coffee Ceremony
Very tasty. Go!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We had this recommendation a long time ago from my mother-in-law, one day we went to a music event (Tosco Music in La Coalición Latina) we looked for food nearby after a beautiful event and the best recommendation was this, then we realized that his mom had already recommended it to us before so we felt it was a sign It seems like you are visiting some friends home, it is a cozy house with African decorations, the menu is complete enough for all diets (vegetarian and vegan options as well) and they have a section next to it that explain certain terms for those not connoisseurs of Ethiopian food (like us) ?We ordered an Ethiopian tea that had very interesting notes of cloves, cinnamon and other aromatic herbs, very subtle and pleasant to the palate; some sambusas (yemisir and yesega), the sambusas were crunchy and the filling of both lentils and ground meat were excellent, we definitely wanted to order more to take home as a snack for later ??My partner ordered Beef Tibs and my God! We never thought they would serve it on such a HUGE plate! It is super entertaining to have to eat everything with your hands, it feels very connected to our main roots and the injera as an edible replacement of the cutlery gives it a unique touch; I on my side ordered Yegebe Alecha, definitely the ginger and curry broth along with the lamb is to die for ? The flavors are so different from what we are used to but they are definitely very traditional and exquisite combinations Simply and sincerely a beautiful and very new experience, we are always happy to be able to experience traditional food from places that we do not yet know, and also to be able to immerse ourselves in the culture in one of the ways that we like the most: through food ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Injera, Yesega Sambusa
Amazing food- addictive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Flavorful Ethiopian Cheese, Potato and Carrots, Lamb TIBS, Vegetarian Feast
Small quaint place friendly atmosphereThe food was good, slightly spicy, and slight cury tatse.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Amazing! Delicious, fresh food. Lovely staff and clientele!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Flavorful Ethiopian Cheese, Import Beer, Abugida Feast
Great food! This was our first time trying Ethiopian food and the server was very friendly and helpful. The prices were very reasonable as well!Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Abugida Feast
Best Ethiopian food in Charlotte! Everything was fresh and loaded with flavor. Ample menu options, hearty portions, friendly/top notch service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doro Wet, Import Beer, Injera, Zelzel Wet, Lamb TIBS
Very low key but delicious place! Feels like you're sitting in their living room in the best way. Quick service and everything was delectable. With just the two of us we ordered the Ethiopian Love appetizer and Abugida Feast - we ate until we couldn't and still brought home a box full of food. There is a parking lot behind the building. A must visit!Parking: Driveway on main road to parking lot behind the building
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Abugida Feast
Being completely honest, this is not a fancy place, is more like a house that sells Ethiopian food. Either way, it was the first time having Ethiopian food for me and my wife and it was delicious, unique and different to not mention totally inexpensive. Not all the culinary experiences must come from fancy expensive places. I’ve read comments criticizing the service ain’t the best one cz it takes long and the loud sounds and poor atmosphere. If you looking to try new things you should ignore those comments and give them a shot. Just give them a chance and try it out by yourselves.Vegetarian options: They have different vegetarian dishes but it’s cultural so they don’t mark them as vegetarian because it’s obvious that a potato doesn’t have any meat ?Wheelchair accessibility: They have a large ramp and plenty of space for handicapped people
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Abugida Feast
Restaurantji Recommends
Not only was the food excellent but the service was great! The red lentils were especially delicious and I normally don’t like lentils. Would definitely come back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Doro Wet, Injera, Abugida Feast
The food was rich, flavorful and out of this world. Our server explained everything and recommended some amazing dishes for us to try. Definitely adding to our regular spots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetable Platter
Awesome food that is so
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb TIBS, Vegetarian Feast
We absolutely love when we get a chance to dine with you. Thank you again for another wonderful late lunch!Vegetarian options: Do yourself a favor and order the vegetarian Abugida Feast!!! Oh my!! So much delicious food on one plate!Parking: One handicap parking in the front. The rest of the spots are behind the building.Wheelchair accessibility: There's a ramp up to the front door and plenty of room to maneuver once inside. There's a single handicap parking spot out front.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Aybe with Gomen, Doro Alecha, Vegetable Platter, Potato and Carrots, Lamb TIBS, Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, Inside View of Samosa, Vegetarian Feast, Yesega Sambusa
the food was DELICIOUS! service was PERFECT! so happy to have finally tried this spot. absolutely will be coming back to try more dishes :) thank you!Vegetarian options: my mom is vegan and found the platter to be delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Feast