“Absolutely love the food here and so glad it opened in the heights! We walked in for lunch on a Thurs around 12pm and we were the only customers, seated immediately. Ordered samusas + meat combo and lamb platters to share btwn 3 people, which left us all full. Everything comes with injera and they bring out more if you run out. All of it was super delicious and meat was very tender. We also ordered a tiramisu to share at the end which is made in-house - also pretty fire. Total after tax and tip ended up around $20/person which is very affordable for nyc!“
“Having traveled all the way from Canada, our visit to this restaurant was truly extraordinary. The service stood out immediately, with our waitress providing insightful menu explanations and excellent recommendations for our group of four, which turned out to be spot on.The food itself was outstanding. From appetizers to main courses, each dish was bursting with flavor and spices that made every bite a delight. Eating with our hands added an extra layer of enjoyment, engaging all our senses in the experience. Even those in our group who weren't vegan were thoroughly impressed.The restaurant's cozy and welcoming atmosphere added to the overall charm. The local artwork on the walls and the vibrant colors created a warm and inviting ambiance.We'll definitely be returning to this hidden gem. The combination of excellent service, delicious food, and inviting atmosphere makes it a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended!“
“Amazing food! Fantastic service. You can really tell it's a family owned business by the love that they obviously put into the food, the service and the atmosphere. When the combo is served, I always think - "is that all the food? I'll starve!" Nope. It's magical how you can keep eating and there's still more. Magical. The food is ridiculously fresh, light, perfectly seasoned. If it were closer to where I live, I'd be here all the time. *nice touch was knowing when to bring us more injira bread before we asked. Check it out if you like Ethiopian Try it even if you don't!“
“Always nice to spice things up with a different option, as opposed to the usual Italian, Chinese, Mexican, etc. Cozy atmosphere, great communal dishes, and family orientated and friendly service. Ethiopian beer is a nice change from IPAs and the wide variety of dishes will not leave your tastebuds wanting. There can be a wait on the weekends, but that’s testament to its quality. There are also plenty of bars nearby to pass the time while you wait.“
“Cute cafe located in the Inwood area. I usually get a dirty chai with oat milk and it always hits! If you get there early enough you might get lucky and be able to get a pastry. I'm a little obsessed with the everything bagel seasoning cream cheese filled croissant (sounds like a mouthful). It's just perfect; salty, rich and filling little snack you can take on the go with your coffee. My fave on the weekend. Staff is also pretty friendly and patient because if you're anything like me you will easily get distracted by all the goodies near the counter.“
“These are the best smoothies I've ever had. I always stop here when I'm in New York. They have such creative combinations of flavors, and they also offer a small size that you don't spoil your dinner. Smoothies in Heaven is my favorite.“
“I have visited this family-run restaurant several times and it is my go to spot. I come to this restaurant over others because of its no-frills authenticity; the tsom (vegan) dishes are perfectly seasoned and the variety of tibs (beef or lamb, drier or saucier) are well made and flavorful. You can't go wrong with the doro wot or kitfo either. Also, one of the few spots I know of where you can ask and get is 100% teff enjera (but you got to ask). They also have my fav Habesha beer. If you want to know what Ethiopian food tastes like in Ethiopia, this is the spot to find out.Vegetarian options: Ethiopian food provides the most extensive vegetarian (and vegan) options. Anything that is fasting ("tsom") will be vegan. The misir wot is fiery like it should be, with the lentils cooked right without being mushy. The shiro(s) have a perfect balance of spice and flavors. There are other veggie dishes such as stewed greens, or French beans, or a carrot/potato/cabbage medley (gomen, fosilia, or atkilit) that were great in combination with other vegetarian dishes. My recommendation: get a combo platter.“
“(Once again I'm asking that you don't allow my horrible photography skills to color your impression of the food I review, but anyway) This place is great! Ordered online and it was ready the minute it said it would be. The man who gave me my order was very nice, the space is beautiful, as is the food. Ordering extra injera was overkill on my part, but it's delicious, so I'm not complaining. Ethiopia has truly mastered vegetarian food, and Awash has a great selection. A true celebration of spice and seasoning and all the best things vegetables can be. Don't miss the Gomen, their collard greens were absolute perfection. I can rest easy knowing I've found my go-to spot for NYC Ethiopian food.Vegetarian options: To be among their vegetarian selection is among the highest honor a vegetable can achieve“
“There are better Ethiopian restaurants out there for sure but this place is very good. Recommend the vegetarian platter and any of their coffees and teas. Service is warm and welcoming and the decor is also very comforting. Upscale without being stuffy, really like it here“
“Still very good. Seems like they have new ownership recently, and are pivoting towards being a.... wine bar? Menu items are a bit different, they no longer serve any hot tea at all, including the spiced black tea which was one of the highlights -- and service took a huge dip downwards. But still, very solid and the best in the neighborhood!“
“I ate at Queen of Sheba, an Ethiopian restaurant, and really enjoyed it. The place felt warm and welcoming. They have a lot of traditional Ethiopian food to choose from. I tried a mix of different dishes with something called injera, a kind of bread that you use to pick up the food. The food had a lot of flavors, spicy but not too much.The people working there were very nice and helped us choose what to eat. They seemed happy to share their food and culture with us.The meal wasn't too expensive, and I got to try lots of things. Portion sizes were good enough to make us pack leftovers.“
“A good place to get Ethiopian food if you're in UWS. We came in after a while and the quality of the food remains quite good. Though we were a bit disappointed to see that the prices have increased 25-30% since about a year back. So a sampler for two would cost you $50 (vs $38 earlier).“
“Very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Attentive and friendly service, and really excellent food. Avocado salad was one of the best salads I've ever eaten, and the veggie combo plate was very tasty. Injera was fresh and delectably spongy. Highly recommend.“