Habesha Ethiopian restaurant and bar

A very friendly and welcoming atmosphere and nice comfortable interior. Make sure you aren’t in a big rush because the food can take a while to come out, but when it does it is delicious and comes in very generous portions. Great options for vegetarian dining!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had the opportunity to test one of their vegetarian menu which turned out to be excellent. Nonetheless, I've a reservation towards their dressing code, specifically regarding the choice of colors.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 3

If you’re planning to try Ethiopian food and don’t know where to start, let me save you the trouble — Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant should be your choice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amazing food and service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

If you are looking for an awesome experience........and great food Habesha is the place to go!!!! Not only did we have great food. The service is awesome. I cannot wait to go back there If you have never had Ethiopian food, you can ask for suggestions....the staff is very helpful

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The experience starts with the aroma of entrancing spices as you walk in the door.

The space is immersive, the menu is expansive, and food is excellent.

Michael provided excellent service and great conversation throughout our visit.

I wish I could give six stars!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Came for dinner with my sister, we shared a veggie combo plate. it was so delicious and we got so much food, even for 2 people!
The food was fresh and delicious.
Server was super nice and accommodating.
And their homemade honey-wine (Tej) was incredible. I got a generous amount for only $6.
I would recommend this place to anyone :)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food, really amazing service!

This is the best ethiopian place in Austin, and it has been for at least 5+ years. The food is rich with spices, freshly prepared, and flawless. Service is friendly. There's a reason this place has been around for a long time

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fantastic Ethiopian platter and wonderful option for vegetarians

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

**A Journey to the Cradle of Civilization - 5/5 Stars**

While my friends opted for the familiar comfort of Chili's, I chose something extraordinary at Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant - and what a difference that choice made. The Vegetarian/Vegan Combo was a masterpiece of flavors and cultural heritage served on traditional injera.

Each component told a story of Ethiopia's ancient culinary wisdom: the golden Kik Alicha (yellow split peas in aromatic spices), the rich and fiery Misir Wot (red lentils in berbere sauce), and the comforting Shiro Wot (ground legumes with ginger and garlic). The Tegabino Shiro, served bubbling in a traditional clay pot, was pure theater and flavor. The Gomen (slow-cooked collard greens) and Tekil Gomen (cabbage and carrots with turmeric) showcased how simple vegetables become transcendent through generations of perfected spicing. The fresh azifa lentil salad, beets, and hummus fitfit added bright, cooling contrasts to the warm, complex stews.

This isn't just food; it's a direct connection to one of the world's oldest civilizations - the ancient Kingdom of Aksum, the birthplace of coffee, and a culture that has preserved its culinary traditions for millennia. At $18.95, this generous spread was incredible value, easily outshining any chain restaurant offering.

But what elevated the experience was the genuine warmth of the staff. Sitting at the bar, I found myself in rich conversation about Ethiopian culture and traditions. There's something beautiful about how food becomes a bridge to understanding a heritage that gave us Lucy, the rock churches of Lalibela, and maintains one of Africa's most unique identities.

Sometimes the road less traveled leads to the most meaningful experiences. While chains offer predictability, Habesha offers authenticity, history, and heart.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This was my first experience with Ethiopian food, and WOW it was incredible. My husband and I shared a meat/veggie sampler and enjoyed everything we tried. The green lentil dish, azifa, was particularly delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious and fills the need for spices in your life! Great with any Ethiopian lager!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I don’t eat out often but when I do, I love to take my loved ones to Habesha! We always get to try something new and it’s always delicious. The service is also so incredibly friendly. (Michael is the best!)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We came here for my partner's birthday after we were in the area. It was amazing, we got the meat and veggie combo plate which ended up being enormous: enough for 2 meals for 2 people, and the injera is absolutely the best I've had.

There was no one in the restaurant for Lunch on a Saturday which was confusing, so we were given the royal treatment, and didn't mind the quiet atmosphere. The artwork is really great and even the tables and decorations are interesting. Waiter was really friendly.

I ate every single bite of my leftovers later the same day, because even though I ate until I was so full I had to get a to-go box, I was still craving ethiopian food later that same day. Pro tip: heat up the sides separately from the injera.

Will return if I end up in this area of town?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5