Just like homemade Ethiopian. Had the veggie platter and asked for some spicy (mitmita) with a…read morecold beer - perfect. Fun vibe with music playing and lots of folks enjoying each other's company.

Nazrawi was the perfect choice…read more I decided to pop in for a meal after arriving really early for a nearby event. I settled into a seat at the bar, and right away the intimate vibe won me over -- cozy and genuinely warm. The fish dish was absolutely delicious -- flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and clearly made with care. The yellow lentils were rich and comforting, and the injera? It was the ideal vehicle for everything on the plate. I enjoyed every single bite. The service matched the food -- sweet, attentive, and unhurried. The kind of warmth that reminds you a real family is behind this place. It was a cold one outside, so on my way out I ordered a spiced tea to-go. The perfect ending. Nazrawi doesn't just feed you -- it sends you off right. Highly recommend. This one's going in the regular rotation.

Definitely my favorite Ethiopian restaurant in the area! The meat and two veggie combo is just the…read moreright amount of food for two people and the price is fantastic. I prefer the spicy tibs, but the crispy tibs are also quite good. My favorite side is the lentils and salad. My wife loves the cabbage and carrots. I like adding the extra chicken leg as well. I only wish they had a full chicken meal and some spicier sauces. We come here at least once a month and always enjoy ourselves. It has become quite popular and there are a lot of white customers these days... I hope the food maintains its quality and flavor. The service is always friendly and I like the Ethiopian beer.

I've been coming here quite a lot lately because the ethio food is not only second to none…read more(especially if you're a meat eater), but the place has pretty decent ambiance as far as your hole-in-the-wall ethio spots go. I always get the veggie combo, and I probably always will. Their tomato lettuce salad is perfection, not an afterthought, and I wouldn't mind if they gave me a whole bowls worth to grab in every bite! I've sampled bits of the meat off my partner's platters, and it far exceeds any we've ever tasted around here from an ethiopian restaurant. Back to the ambiance. I recently brought two good friends here because the space is bright and decent. That said, reservations are a MUST if you are bringing a party of larger than 2, due to how tiny the space is, and for a group, you really need to get spots either by the window or maybe their dark nook in the back. (you'll know when you visit). So so good... I'm not sure I want to go anywhere else at this point for my ethio fix!

Seeing a lot of Ethiopian influence in the area, I knew I had to give their cuisine a try! I…read moreordered online and got to the restaurant a bit early. The owner and her family greeted me with a smile and despite a language barrier and broken English, helped guide me as to what I would be eating! The food was unique, with a heat I was unfamiliar with and the flatbread helped as I was told this food needs to be eaten with your hands!

Almaz was absolutely amazing -- truly the highlight of our visit. She was incredibly kind, checked…read moreon us often, and when she noticed my wife wasn't eating the fish goulash because it was too spicy, she immediately offered to cook something else. That level of care really stood out. The restaurant has cozy, homey vibes, and on a busy Friday night we were lucky to snag the last table. I always order the veggie combo and kitfo when trying a new Ethiopian spot, and while the flavors were good, the food itself wasn't especially memorable -- though that may be because we're spoiled in the DMV with so many excellent Ethiopian restaurants. That said, the service alone would keep me coming back. Warm, attentive, and welcoming -- if hospitality counted as a main dish, this place would be a regular for me.

I really enjoyed the food, the drinks, and the ambience. I ordered the vegetarian dish which came…read moreout pretty quickly. It was more than enough food, so much that I ended up taking half of it home. I will defiantly be back.

Delicious, delicious, delicious. The meat was nice and tender and well seasoned. The side salad was…read moreokay but not expected. I'm not a raw tomato person so I would've known the salad was the side I would have requested it without the tomatoes. Not a deal breaker but a minor comment.

I stumbled upon this hidden Ethiopian restaurant. It had an absolutely beautiful indoor…read moreaesthetics. Definitely different contrast from the outside vs. inside. Soft music playing, gorgeous paintings, the decor was very authentic to the culture. SERVICE: I noticed that the waitresses there were efficient, and patient, but appeared nonchalant. No smiles, no personality....I just attribute it to cultural differences. All of the other guests there were Ethiopian too. I got a lot of stares (out of place). FOOD: I ordered the injera with the beef tips and vegetables. It was so good. I'm not a big fan of injera (I hate the texture), but the meat was well seasoned. I wish I would've had it cooked HARD (dark in color). Nonetheless, it was very good. Overall experience: 9/10. It was definitely a nice vibe with relaxing music, the bar area was STACKED, and it was a spacious place. Additionally, there was a small stage (drum set and band). So, I know they have nights of LIVE ENTERTAINMENT. Plenty of free parking out front.

This is my go-to spot for Ethiopian food in the area…read more The injera is perfectly spongy and soft. I've only tried the vegetarian options so far (~$15), usually getting the red lentils (meser wot), collard greens (gomen kitfo), split peas (kit alecha), or cabbage. Most dishes definitely have a kick to it, but the flavor is undeniable! I definitely want to try some of their beef and lamb dishes. I've only come for takeout, but they do have a small stage for live music which plays on Tues, Thurs, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, starting at 9pm (for those night owls). I have no issues with service. I've learned what type of service is to be expected at Ethiopian restaurants, and I've always been taken care of here. Langano is a hidden gem in the White Oak area.

My mistake for trying out the place on Mother's Day, but my wife and I have enjoyed the Ethiopian…read morefood in our area and liked what we saw, online, of the ambiance. It didn't deliver on that in person. The windows (which are directly pointed at the sun for much of the day, to be fair) were blotted out with a TV screen in front. We walked in to pleasant music; the owners changed this to a channel playing a soccer game. It took 45 minutes to get glasses of water despite the place being 1/4 full, and there was no coffee; a first for me and any Ethiopian place. Food, when it came, was fine, even though the breakfast food we came for was not available. I was hoping to register my opinion with the size of my tip. Too bad: it was an automatic 18% gratuity for a party of three. There's a lot of good Ethiopian food in the area. Skip this place and find another one.

This was my second visit to Elsi Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar. I gave them five stars before, but…read morethis time felt more like a three. The place is beautiful and clean, which I still love. Our waitress was polite but pretty quiet - possibly a language barrier, so no big deal. We ordered injera, doro wat, beef tibs, collard greens, and lentil stew. Everything was good, but the beef tibs were a lot more watery/soupy than I prefer, and we also got the wrong vegetables, which was a little disappointing. Everything was good, tho... so I forgive them. Nothing was bad overall, just not as on point as my last visit. I'd still come back if I'm in the Castle Blvd area again.

I really enjoyed the tibs, dulet, and firfir with my family. My kids loved Zeni--she provides the…read moreabsolute best customer service!

This spot is located on Fenton off the main row of Ethiopian restaurants on Georgia Ave. One of a…read morerelative's favorite spots so our first time. We met for lunch on a Sunday. We loved the coffee prep area where the Etan (traditional burning incense) scent fills the air and you can view the Buna (coffee) being made. Complimentary Ethiopian Bread delivered personally from table to table was also a nice touch. We ordered Special Kitfo which includes the cheese (Ayeb) side, Shint (filet) Tibs and veggie combo. We had 4 in our party so just right portions. Tibs was tender and seasoned perfectly as well Kitfo. The Veggie combo was delicious. We ended our meal with the freshly made Coffee. Black and No milk please. So good. Service was exceptional! Our server took great care of us. The owner arrived and immediately started to visit tables greeting customers and offering more complimentary bread. We felt like we were visiting family, friends. From the market, we picked up a freshly baked loaf of bread as well Injera from Ethiopia. Our only regret is not discovering Zene's earlier. Serving up exceptional food with above and beyond service-not to be missed!

It was everything I wanted on a Sunday night after 10:30p! The drinks were cold. The food was…read moregood. The music was loud. I'm not sure if it was meant to be a club environment at this time of night but the kitchen was open and the bar was active but it's large enough that no one is crowding you while you eat. The food is phenomenal. I actually made two trips here since beginning this review. It's a favorite of mine in the area now.

I stopped here after a late-night shift, I was excited to learn the kitchen was still open after 12…read moreAM. I ordered a coffee and the derek tibs, I loved the presentation. The meat was savory finished with onions, jalapeño peppers and special seasoning. The bartenders were friendly and they had a live band.