Bete-Lukas | Ethiopian Restaurant

Most excellent!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is always delicious and the service is delightful! Their injera is gluten free and they’ve got vegan options. I try to come in as often as possible, despite the fact that I should be saving as much as I can going into winter! ?
I love this place so much!❤️❤️❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Absolutely delicious food and friendly, helpful staff. Can't wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Just take a look at the other reviews. On top of the obvious owner issue, there is much much better Ethiopian food in PDX.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

My husband and I dined in the first time for our wedding anniversary. We used to get Ethiopian food at another restaurant but they closed down so found this location. We were very pleased. Everything was delicious. Great service. Will definitely return. Thank you!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My water glass had a lip print on it, which was an off-putting start to the dinner. Then the server made a lot of jokes with a straight face and a monotone. Others might appreciate that kind of humor, but I just find it annoying. The Veggie Sambusa was pretty bland, but it was served with a spicy sauce I didn't try. The Lentil Sambusa was too spicy for my low tolerance. The Kik Alicha Wot (yellow split peas cooked in ginger, garlic, and onion) was served on injera with "house salad" (lettuce). I enjoyed it, but not enough to suffer through the server's humor again.

Great interior and friendly staff. Although the guy that makes all the jokes can get to be a bit much at times. The food, however, I found to be pretty bland. I've had much more flavorable elsewhere, and I'll probably just stick to those. Try it out for yourself. Updated from previous review on 2024-09-15

We've been coming to Bete-Lukas since it opened--for 16 years--and have always had great food and a wonderful dining experience. The food is always fresh and delicious, the service is attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and convivial. This is a top-notch, yet unpretentious, restaurant--and, you don't have to sit on the floor to enjoy it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Upscale vibe and moderate prices in SE pdx. This place is on the second floor above a Tattoo shop. Some of the Best Ethiopian food I have had. Lots of gluten free and vegan options . I will be back and will bring my friends. Nice spot- do not miss!!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We have been enjoying the delicious food here for years. The food is absolutely exquisite, the dining room is lovely, and the owner and server are really fun to talk to and are very attentive. Their injera is to die for and the various dishes in the veggie and meat combos are wonderful-perfect consistency and flavor. We’ve eaten Ethiopian food in many US cities and outside of the US and Bete Lukas is among the very best. They also donate part of their proceeds to an important charity doing essential work for women’s health in Ethiopia. Please treat yourself and support this wonderful establishment!

Vegetarian options: There’s a wonderful vegetarian combo. You can also get individual vegan/ vegetarian entrées, salads, and appetizers.

Dietary restrictions: Enjera (the bread that Is part of every meal) Is gluten-free. This is also a place that’s suitable for vegans, we’ve gone with vegan friends and they’ve been very happy. People who need to be dairy free will also enjoy the food here.

Kid-friendliness: They have booster seats and I believe a high chair or two. I’ve seen well behaved children enjoying the meals here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Enjera, Veggie Salad, Veggie Combo

So so good! New favorite restaurant in Portland.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Beautiful food and wonderful service! Extremely consistent and delicious! Been coming here for many years and have never had an experience that was less than great. ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: TIBS, Enjera, Veggie Salad, Eggplant TIBS

Excellent food and service. Open for dinner only and great for our large celebratory group. Families and couples also seemed happy with the neighborhood vibe. Highly recommend

Atmosphere: 4

Recommended dishes: Samosa, Doro Alicha Wot, TIBS, ASA Goulash, Veggie Combo, Doro TIBS

My family and I have loved this place for over a decade - delicious food that’s a treat to eat and also nutritious served by lovely people providing excellent service in an intimate, well appointed setting. We recommend Bete-Lukas to everyone we know!

Vegetarian options: You’ve got to try the veggie combo, whether you’re vegetarian or not. It’s like having your own delicious veggie buffet!

Kid-friendliness: My kids love eating here. They especially enjoy the split peas (Kik Alicha Wot) and thr sambusas

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Samosa, Chocolate Cake, ASA Goulash Fish, Veggie Combo

This restaurant is worth the drive for us from Beaverton every time. Peter and his staff are warm and kind and put out some of the best Ethiopian food we've ever had. Vegetarian friendly. Great date night. Great night out with friends. And works well for take out, too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5