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    Bunna Cafe

    4.5 (881 reviews)
    ModerateEthiopian, Vegan, African
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Happy hour specials

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    Feast for 2 (All 9)
    Prianka S.

    Loved the feast for 2, it's a great deal. Service was great and the ambiance was a vibe. Will definitely be back

    Lentil Sambusa
    Patrick Z.

    First time trying Ethiopian food and I'm glad it was at Bunna Cafe because this place was stellar! Absolutely loved the ambiance, service, and most importantly the food. They start you off with a free plate of popcorn to snack on while you wait for your food which was so fun. Also, I happened to be in during their weekend Bunna Coffee Ceremony so I had a complimentary cup of the Bunna. It was very strong, spiced, and rich, with a prominent ginger undertone. Adding in the brown sugar cubes opened up the flavor so much. Delicious! I tried the Lentil Sambusas which were super crispy. The filling inside was fine but adding on that cilantro lime sauce really tied it all together! There was a subtle spice too that I enjoyed. For my main I went with the Beyaynetu Meal which was the 5 scoop option. I kinda wanted to go for the 7 scoop Feast to try more things but I'm glad I didn't because the 5 scoop was very sizable for one person! I tried the Enguday Tibs, Shiro, Misis Wot, Yater Kik Alicha, and the seasonal option which was an Eggplant and Walnut Deberjan. WOW!!! Everything was so insanely flavorful and worked well with each other. I think my two favorites were the Shiro and the Yater Kik Alicha. Soooooo so so good I could eat a whole bowl of just those.

    Feast - can choose 7 options!
    Anna S.

    We happened to visit between 5-6pm on a Sunday which is when they are doing the coffee ceremony. They usually have this 5-6pm Friday to Sunday. The service is complimentary - the coffee is SOOO good. I love how they add a bit of ginger and there are sugar cubes if you don't like your coffee black. I love bitter and roasted coffee so I was absolutely a fan of what was served. They also serve popcorn as snack on the side. The low lighting ambiance was lovely and peaceful. This place is fully vegetarian so there are no meat options. You can pick different sizes depending on how many entrees you want for the beyaynetu. We picked the "feast" option which comes with 7 entrees of your choice. The portions for each entree is like a small fist size. You can also order the entree a la carte but I personally love beyaynetu because of the variety. Everything was delicious!! There's not one that I disliked. If I had to pick one, shiro was probably my favorite. I highly recommend trying this place out if you've never had Ethiopian food before.

    Anna K.

    Very first time trying Ethiopian food in Bushwick, Brooklyn! Finally got there around 4pm it was a quiet time- it was so nice and very neat, cozy and warm environment. The menu is so unique I love how it looks! And I enjoy them all that I got in a beautiful plate. 5 kinds is a great deal! I really loved "Gomen" and "Keysit Selata"! Honestly it was a great experience having my hand roll with Injera flatbread. All amazing and kind people! I already want to go back!

    Chante N.

    i will always love bunna. when i lived in brooklyn, i would visit this place all the time. it was so nice to visit again after all these years and they are still offering the same amazing quality of food! definitely worth visiting if you are in the neighborhood or not. ethiopian cuisine is both filling and nutritious! there is nothing like getting your veggies in but they are deliciously amazing!! please visit if you are on the fence, and thank me later. bonne appétit

    Feast for 2
    Ashwini A.

    SERVICE - located in Brooklyn at the border of east Williamsburg and bushwick in an not as popular neighborhood - quaint interior with dim lighting makes it feel homely and intimate - live music on certain day evenings - walk in only - no wait on a weekend evening though restaurant is quite full - ambiance good for semi casual meal - friendly and attentive service MENU - ethiopian vegetable and lentil stews to be ordered as a platter or a la carte - all vegan/vegetarian - average price ($25 per person) FOOD - feast for 2 (9/10): two scoops of all nine side dishes, perfect for sharing between two people. The thing that stood out to me the most was the difference in flavors between dishes. They varied in levels of spice and warmth which made tasting each one an experience. I would highly recommend getting the dishes in a platter like this to try them and combine ones that you like. The one dish that was a bit of a letdown was the kale. I wish the kale was more cooked or had more seasoning on it as it tasted very raw and bitter compared to everything else. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! One of the best ethiopian meals I have been to in New York

    Feast for 2 (All 9)
    Julia M.

    YUM!!! The mixed platter was so great. Highlights were the beets, the lentils, and the chickpeas/split peas (can't remember what they were). Great vibe inside

    Feast for 2 (All 9)
    Maria S.

    If you love veggies and a meal that will leave you satisfied Bunna is the place to try. They have plenty of of options and flavors to explore. The staff is friendly and helpful with any questions regarding the food and spices. Came here at around 6pm on a Saturday and while there was no wait the only option was to dine at the bar because all tables and outdoor seating were at capacity. Dining at the bar was a nice option because it was still quite spacious and private for your conversations to carry without disturbing others at the bar. They do have a cocktail menu but I do find the prices on the higher end for not much of a strong quality to their drinks, I recommend sticking to a glass of wine which is the better option for your pocket. The feast for two is a great value and will also be good for a party of three as my sister and I had a hard time finishing the entire meal.

    Pepper mix
    Lulu T.

    First time having Ethiopian food, especially vegan. My experience was nothing short of amazing. The Beyaynetu, was delicious. The injera surprised me, it was slightly acidic and a bit tart, but it paired WELL with all the other sides. I got the $26 Beyaynetu (shared amongst 3 people), except the kale and beets option. This is how vegan food should taste. All the sides had their own flavor profile and even with mixing them, nothing overpowered the other! The sambusa with red lentils, were amazing, crispy skin, the lentils were cooked perfectly, not too hard, not too mushy, had a bite to it. The pepper sauce it came with set it off, a bit of spice as well. Shai correnti (Ethiopian hot toddy) was strong, made me feel nice. The Pushkin was delicious, and the powdered pot on top was so cute! Servers were so nice, the vibe of this place is 10/10. They played Ethiopian music, the decor and book shelves. The lighting. And the place was clean, the bathroom was especially clean. I will be back!

    Espris - Juice w/ 3 layers (mango, papaya, and avocado)
    Sarah A.

    A vegetarian friend of mine took a few of us here because it's one of his favorite places to order take-out from. I am not vegetarian, but I am also not picky. I eat my veggies and love to try new foods! It was my first time trying Ethiopian food and it just wasn't for me. I got the Beyaynetu "meal" which comes with one scoop of 5 items. It comes with sourdough flatbread called injera and you're supposed to use your hands to rip a piece of the injera and grab the veggies with it. The flavors were unique, but not something that appealed to me that I would like to have often. I am glad I tried it though! I also got the Espris drink which consisted of 3 juices (mango, papaya, and avocado). I was really looking forward to this drink, but it wasn't very sweet and it was not cold at all, no ice or blended ice. I think they just blended the fruits that were sitting out and just poured it in the cup. Staff was nice and place had a lot of seating and it was dimly lit. There is a bathroom in the back and there are 2 sinks outside the bathroom where you can wash your hands before you eat!

    Feast for 3 Combo
    Lily L.

    Omggg so good. Came here with a group of four for dinner and we got the feast for three (pictured), lentil sambusas, and extra injera. Everything was sooo delicious and flavorful and we totally cleaned our plate. The restaurant also has such a nice ambiance and the staff is lovely! Also super reasonably priced for a ton of filling and yummy food. Highly recommend, and also love their brunch!

    Jianna R.

    Amazing! This was only my second time trying Ethiopian food and I loved it. I really appreciate a veggie forward vegan meal, so this did disappoint. The atmosphere was beautiful and the service was great as well. I'll be back!

    Brunch menu
    Nandi S.

    Ethiopian food convictions: Bunna Cafe in Brooklyn Different parts of african cuisine are my kryptonite. This place is a heaven sent for vegetarians and vegans and trust me you wont miss the meat. Before anything, try the iced coffee and be there for the coffee ceremony on weekends-- it will change your life. Smooth ethiopian coffee fresh brewed with cardamom-- is insanely good. if you like hibiscus drinks, their kerkede shai is a must. - we had the brunch menu--- their ful (fava beans), alicha yater firfir (split yellow lentil mix), butecha (vegan scrambled eggs), and duba firfir (injera in spicy mix), cashew cream and injera on on the side. Okra stew was also very unique. -if you want the real dinner experience, try the shiro (ground chickpeas), and misir wot-- i nearly cried from how good it was. Their principles are wholesome vegan food that nourishes the soul. You will miss out if you dont go here! This is my second time coming and I'm never bored. Website: https://www.bunnaethiopia.net/e

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    Modern Love Brooklyn

    Modern Love Brooklyn

    4.3
    (743 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    We finally made it to Modern Love. It's been on my list for years now because Isa Chandra is like…read morethe OG vegan chef. We happened to get there during brunch for our first visit, which was great because it was a mix of both lunch and breakfast options. We split one main dish from each part of the menu. The Tofu Benedict was the best Benedict I've ever eaten IN MY LIFE, and also top three best breakfasts I've ever had. The smoked tomato is what makes that dish extra special. The rosemary home fries on the side were also incredible and I'm really picky when it comes to potatoes. We also split the Chickpea Parm sandwich but I was so full that I ended up taking a majority of my half sandwich home. Which was perfect because it was even better cold! The Italian flavors mixed with the savory chickpea patty and the bitter greens was just perfect. The only thing that wasn't great (not docking any stars for this) was dessert. We ordered the Strawberry "Tiramisu." I'm putting Tiramisu in quotes because I detected no espresso and no cinnamon. It was super bland. I let my husband eat most of it. Would not order that again. I am looking forward to returning! The wait staff were really friendly, the ambiance was super pretty, and food came out super fast and hot. Perfection.

    Genuinely sad to be writing this one in the past tense. I came here for a date night, and it was…read moreintimate and cozy in exactly the way you want a date-night spot to be. Warm atmosphere, a strong selection of vegan food and drinks, and the kind of place that made the evening feel special without trying too hard. It's since closed, and from what I understand it wasn't about the food or the love from regulars, it was the brutal economics of running a sit-down restaurant in a delivery-and-takeout world. Nine years of serving genuinely great vegan comfort food in Williamsburg, done in by margins rather than quality. That's a rough way for a good restaurant to go. If you ever got to eat here, you know what was lost. If you didn't, I'm sorry you missed it.

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    White and Red Sangria with huge cinnamon sticks
    White and Red Sangria with huge cinnamon sticks
    Poutine Fries with gravy and vegan ricotta cheese
    Poutine Fries with gravy and vegan ricotta cheese
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    HAAM Caribbean Plant Cuisine

    4.5
    (190 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    HAAM continues to be one of my favorite vegan restaurants in the city. They recently revamped their…read moremenu, keeping some of the original favorites while adding several new dishes. I was a little disappointed to see the skirt steak from my first visit was no longer available, but that quickly disappeared once I tried the mofongo. The mofongo had bits of tempeh bacon mixed throughout and was topped with oyster mushrooms. The plantain was sweeter than the traditional green plantain mash I'm used to, but I actually loved that twist. The oyster mushrooms were seasoned so well they reminded me of chicharrón, while the tempeh bacon added the smoky, savory element that mofongo traditionally gets from pork cracklings. What really tied the dish together was the creamy coconut curry, which gave it a delicious Caribbean-inspired twist. The entire dish was creative, comforting, and incredibly flavorful. I'll definitely be back again soon.

    I'd been wanting to try HAAM for the longest, and I finally had the chance to check it out. I also…read morewent with someone who's vegan while I'm not, so it was nice to see that we both found something we really enjoyed. I didn't have a reservation, but I was seated fairly quickly. I did wait about five minutes before someone greeted me. The restaurant wasn't busy, but it looked like the servers were also handling hosting duties. One was bringing food to a table while the other was closing out a check. Once someone was available, I was seated by a very friendly hostess. I ordered the chimichurri steak, and it was excellent. It was easily my favorite part of the meal, and I'd definitely order it again. The person I was with ordered the curry goat and substituted the roti for beans and rice. They really enjoyed it, but we both felt the portion was too small for the price. The quality was there, but I do think the serving could be a bit more generous. We also ordered an appetizer that disappeared almost as soon as it hit the table because it was so good. I also had the Island Onigiri, which I really enjoyed, along with a passion fruit drink that paired well with the meal. Everything tasted fresh and was cooked perfectly. The only small thing I noticed was that the restaurant was a bit chilly, and I felt like my food cooled down pretty quickly because of it.  The music was great, the atmosphere was relaxed, and overall I had a really good experience. There are still quite a few things on the menu I want to try, so I'll definitely be back and will update this review after another visit.

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    New bar at the end of the photo
    New bar at the end of the photo
    Sweet plantain boat, Bacon Egg & Cheese Empanada, Curry Chik'n Empanada, guava and cheese empanada
    Sweet plantain boat, Bacon Egg & Cheese Empanada, Curry Chik'n Empanada, guava and cheese empanada
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    Ras Plant Based

    Ras Plant Based

    4.8
    (498 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    Ras Plant Based is absolutely spectacular! I just finished volunteering at the Brooklyn Half…read moreMarathon and was looking for a vegan restaurant to eat at while visiting this neighborhood and I feel like I hit gold! This 100% plant based restaurant serves Ethiopian food and has some of the best unique flavor profiles I have ever tried. Food Ordered - Mercato Platter --This plate came with a lentil stew, ground chick peas, collard greens, and a pepper/carrot veggie medley. Everything in the platter was amazing - super flavorful and hearty. - Spiced Mac and Cheese --If you told me this Mac and Cheese was dairy free I would think you are trying to pull a fast one. The sauce was super creamy and light and had that amazing cheesy flavor. - Chefs Special --The Chefs Special was the star of the show for me! This dish was Kitfo covered in collar greens and avocado with the most amazing smoky sauce. All of the ingredients went together amazing to create a perfect bite.

    If you've never tried Ethiopian food this is your sign to go!…read moreRas has an all vegan menu with the most incredible variety of plants that will be the most flavorful and healthy meal ever! The food is so appealing that it's always on our list whenever we are in town. The staff is friendly and we've always had a great experience. They had an outdoor seating area but city rules made them put it away and apply for a permit. They are waiting for approval and plan to put outdoor seating again.

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    Mushroom Tibs
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    The spread
    Fries...we ok, nothing exceptional

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    Fries...we ok, nothing exceptional
    Lakou Cafe

    Lakou Cafe

    4.4
    (178 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    This place slaps! They are small, but they utilize the space very well. Nice colors, good vibe. I…read moremade reservations, but they weren't really honored in the sense that we were running late, and when we came in, we just so happened to be able to get a table. It's not like one was actually reserved, but hey, it worked out, so I'm happy about that. Onto the food: I am half Haitian, and I may not speak Haitian Kreyol, but I know my Haitian food. I can prove my Haitian ethnicity by cooking traditional dishes. The legume was on point! That dish was my favorite. My friend truly enjoyed her salmon. Honestly, I wish I had gotten the salmon to take home instead of the Haitian fried chicken. Now, that wasn't that great to me, and I didn't enjoy it :( I'm still giving them all the stars and all the props because I really appreciated the service. This was my first time trying a Haitian patty with spinach, and it was absolutely fantastic. I think it's even better than the chickpea one. I would definitely highly recommend this place and also go back. But the Haitian fried chicken need to be better. Still, I'll definitely come again and try the salmon next time!!!

    Offering delicious and flavorful Haitian comfort food tucked away in the heart of Brooklyn, Lakou…read moregave me my first delicious taste of Haitian cuisine. I ordered the vegan platter whose black beans were smooth and piping hot, alongside the crispy fried tostones and meaty vegan meatballs. In fact the meatballs were so meat-like that neither my sister nor my husband could belief that they were made of jackfruit. The white rice was also extremely fluffy and moist and judging by the diligent rice-washing that was taking place behind the counter as we ate, I could tell that the staff really works hard to make it not just an afterthought, but a quality addition to the meal. My sister also really enjoyed her shrimp plate while my husband devoured his half-chicken platter. The sauces on our platters were also extremely flavorful, complementing the proteins in a beautiful way. All of us left Lakou Cafe feeling happy and satisfied with the portion sizes and level of quality. 10/10 I will definitely be heading back to this place the next time I'm in Brooklyn!

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    Lakou Cafe
    Lakou Cafe
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