Ethiopian Restaurants near Seatac, WA

“thanks for the experience, was fantastic. Wonderful food and the waitress was a star super nice. She writes form me the food we ordered for our next visit.“

“Wonderful dinner; would return.“

“Lovely people, wonderful food, friendly atmosphere, open in the evenings, vegetarian options, right in my neighborhood. So glad they’re here!“

“We stopped at Moya Ethiopian Restaurant & Coffee for lunch during our family vacation in Seattle, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel completely welcome; genuinely warm hospitality that made our family feel right at home.

The food was outstanding. Everything came out fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented, and it was clear a lot of care goes into every dish. We tried a variety of plates and every single one was delicious, rich, authentic flavors that had all of us going back for more injera to scoop up the last bites.

Beyond the food, what really stood out was how attentive and kind the staff were throughout our meal. It never felt rushed, and they were happy to answer questions and make recommendations, which we really appreciated as first-time visitors.

If you're in the Burien/Seattle area, do not miss this place. We'd go back in a heartbeat and will absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Five stars, well earned!“

“This is a hidden gem to South Seattle (West Hill) Community. Street parking is available. Fresh brewed coffee imported coffee from Ethiopia! Never too crowded and IF you’re ever looking for a meeting space, I think the business are able to facilitate.“

“I visited Kebena with a large group of people to celebrate two birthdays. The experience was fun and the food was delicious. The injera and food quality was very good. We ordered multiple veggie and meat platters. The staff were very attentive throughout the entire dinner accommodating multiple drink requests, additional plate requests, and additional injera requests. I recommend Kebena to others. We had a great experience.“

“Some of the best food I have ever had! I will definitely be coming back. The coffee is delicious, too!“

“We stopped by there last week for a meal. I had the fish goulash and it was delicious. Service was fine and the background music added a nice ambiance.“

“I came in here with a large group of friends (12+) and they were super accommodating to our size and extended the kitchen hours to feed us! They gave us free coffee and fandisha (traditional popcorn) to finish our night -- everyone was full and happy by the end of the night! Great atmosphere, very kind staff, and delicious and affordable food (I'm Ethiopian, I know the good stuff)! The community is lucky to have this spot so accessible. :) A place people need to be supporting!“

“Sometimes it's hard to see this place driving down Rainier, but you can smell the goodness coming out of here. The patio was packed with locals from the East African community, and not a single hipster in sight, so I HAD to check it out. Glad I did. Took home some amazing spicy lamb tibs and it was so good I just had to take my partner here for dinner a few nights later. She was impressed as she ordered what I had the last time, and I had the Keye Wott (which was nice and spicy but not too spicy). Looks to be a family run joint, and the staff just loved that I came back and brought my partner here. Highly recommended.“

“I requested a special dish that was not on the menu and she hooked me up💪🏾. I even left my wallet and she stayed late for me to come back and get it. I love this place“

“A limited menu means they do what they do very well and if you're looking for Ethiopian, this is a great spot. Early evenings, they've always had a table available. It often feels like we've dropped into someone’s kitchen, staffed by family. The dishes come out with an unmistakable made-with-knowing touch of authenticity. I almost hate to put up a review, it's such a local-to-Burien gem!“

“I enjoyed sometimes ago It was great .The kitfo and tibs has great home food style“

“Had some of the best food of my life here.
I'm from Idaho and I didn't know potatoes could be so good!
Out was so great the first night with the Tanzanian food, I came back the next night for the Senegal food.
The music was also great both nights I was there.
I'm salivating in anticipation of the next time i go.“

“I just went to Paradise Restaurant for the first time, and it’s my first time trying East African food. I had #1, goat with rice and a little salad. I loved it! It’s smoky, spicy and feels nourishing.
The owners of the restaurant are very sweet! They were patient with me as I learned how to say thank you in Swahili. It feels like a place where people come when they want a taste of home that you can’t get anywhere else. I’ll definitely be back to try everything else on the menu.
Asante!“

“Just grabbed lunch at that place on S Mead St. It was packed, seriously long wait even though the menu looked pretty simple. The food was decent, portion size felt a little small for the price. The staff were all super nice, even though they seemed a bit overwhelmed. Maybe a few more tables would help!“

“I will be making my first Ethiopian dish and came here for a couple items that are hard to find elsewhere. Injera and fenugreek seeds. The lady working today was very friendly and helpful, as the fenugreek was in a ziploc bag and not labeled. The injera looks very good and has a nice color to it. Not much parking out front so I parked next door and walked over. Great little market, just research what you need ahead of time so you know what to look for since many items are not labeled. Good prices too! 3 large injera and the bag of fenugreek is bursting at the seams. Just $10. I will come back for more authentic Ethiopian ingredients!“

“I came to this mall today all the way from Vancouver, Canada because we have nothing like this over there.

I’m glad I did because I had the best shopping experience here. Store 122 was where I went and Mashallah the owner was so helpful and kind. I was able to find everything I was looking for and the prices were amazing. May Allah swt continue to put barakah into her business. I’m so obsessed with the abaya and the hijabs for my baby that I got from her.“

“man this food was off the chart I am very excited to have tried African cuisine being an African-American“

“Just had dinner at Momona in WA 98118. It was really busy – had to wait about 20 minutes for a table. The staff were so friendly, almost like family. I got the salmon and it was seriously amazing, really flavorful. Portions were good value. Just a heads up, double check the hours online, Kenny mentioned they were closed on Sunday even though the website said they were open!“

“My wife and I wanted to experience Somali food for the first time. We had only heard good things about East African cuisine on social media so we decided to see for ourselves.

The food was amazing and absolutely delicious. Considering the quality and flavor, the prices were very reasonable. We were really impressed by the food and the staff were friendly and welcoming.

One thing you should keep in mind is that the restaurant can get crowded during peak hours, so you may have to wait a little longer for your food. Other than that, it’s absolutely worth it. This is a must-visit for anyone who wants to experience authentic Somali cuisine.“

“The food tastes great but they have to work on the presentation. The restaurant doesn't have a sign with the name so it might be confusing. I hope they will put a sign with the name ( we thought Google sent us to a wrong place🤔). The server was kind and friendly. I will probably go back to try another meal.“

“Wonderful Ethiopian & Eritrean food with excellent vegan options. We shared the lentil sambusa and a vegan platter, and everything was incredibly flavorful, fresh, and beautifully prepared. The injera was perfect, and each dish had its own distinct spices and textures. Don't miss the traditional Jebena coffee service… it's a lovely experience and well worth it. We also tried the homemade treats (maybe not vegan?), which were absolutely delicious and the perfect finish to the meal. Warm hospitality, fantastic food, and a cozy atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! Updated from previous review on 2026-06-26“

“Stopped in around 12:30 am on a Friday morning after flying in from MPLS. Mersab also known as hunny (forgive my spelling) was very accommodating and kind with her service. The atmosphere is also spectacular and I wish we had a place similar back home with just as good of food! Hoping our schedule allows us to come back before we head home.“