After year-long debate on when to come and try this place out for authentic African food, we finally landed here. The Vegetarian Sambbussa got a very different flavor comparing to samosa, and we all loved it! We got one vegetarian platter and one meat platter with lamb. I was very impressed by the split peas (Kik Alicha) and my friend really enjoyed the lentils (Misir Wot and Misir Alicha). After I started digging more into the meat ones, I realized how impressive it is for their chicken (Doro Tibs). I haven't had such great chicken for too long. The lamb and beef are also cooked to perfection with perfectly balanced taste and tenderness. The Ethiopian bread (injera) that comes with or under the entree was so special. I initially took some time to adjust to the taste but towards the end I got obsessed with it and couldn't stop eating. After we saw the date cake on their menu, we decided it's a must-order. Although we had to share, it is soooo good. I do wish they add a little bit more dates in there though. Overall, great experience, good service, awesome ambience and amazing food. If you have never tried Ethiopian food before, you must stop by Gosh. read more

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I got takeout and was pretty excited to try it because I have had some good Ethiopian food elsewhere. The service was prompt since I ordered ahead of time. I got the mini combination and was overall underwhelmed. The flavors were not as intense and did not seem to mesh well. It seemed underseasoned. Compared to other Ethiopian places I have been to outside of Knoxville, I was unimpressed. read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - mini combination - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

The food here is amazing!! Very authentic. The service is quick and the waitress was very friendly and helpful! Loved the Ethiopian music playing as well :) read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - Gosh combination meal for two - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

This was my favorite place in the area. Food was full of flavor and the staff were so friendly! It's a cute hole in the wall.

Plain, assuming place, but really great food. this is the kind of place that you'd drive right by if you weren't specifically looking for it, set into a small strip mall-type place, next to one other restaurant. For a group of 3, we had the 7-item combo. It was 3 lentil stews (which all tasted pretty similar), a cabbage dish, a chicken dish, a beef dish, and a lamb dish. We each had a different favorite - they were all well-seasoned. For anyone who has never had Ethiopian cuisine, there are no utensils. The food is all served on a pizza tray covered with a spongy bread (injera), on which scoops of the dishes are placed. A basket of injera accompanies the food, which you tear and use to scoop food. It's a different experience and the food is great. Definitely recommend giving it a try! read more

Some of the best food in Knoxville! It's a go-to for my husband and me. We love getting the platter for 2! Everything is very authentic and the baklava is incredible. We always get great service too! read more

I love Ethiopian food. I've had it in Washington DC, Geneva, Switzerland, and Nashville. Although Knoxville may not be as big as any of those places, Gosh is in the same caliber as any of the restaurants I've tried. It has the usual array of options -- including the injera bread (a spongy flatbread), several kinds of wat (stew), and many vegan options. If you've never tried Ethiopian food, you use the bread as a "tool." You use it to pick up the stewed foods. I enjoy it. But, with all of us worrying about germs, clean your hands before diving in. Overall: So good! Give Gosh a chance and add it to your rotation of interesting foods. It's savory, spicy, and delicious. Even my 10 & 11 year old kids ate most of it. read more

Food was tasty enough but the service was painfully slow. Ambiance was sort of dingy and had seen better days. I wouldn't run back that is for sure. I've had better Ethiopian food but Knoxville is very limited. I'm glad it's here in Knoxville. read more

Oh. My. Goodness. Now this was an unforgettable experience! Today is my birthday and Gosh Ethiopian make this day absolutely amazing. I had never tried Ethiopian food before and I was so excited to try the food. The restaurant owners were so wonderful and professional, and they have many vegetarian/vegan foods to choose from! And the way it was made.... Wow! The food was to die for! To add on to the profound dining experience, the owners were so kind to let us stay after hours when we just lost track of time and we're having fun! Very pleased with this restaurant. If you want to try Ethiopian food for the the first time, COME TO THIS RESTAURANT. One more amazing thing to add- I had forgotten my backpack at this restaurant and they were so kind to let me get it back right as they were about to close. So pleased and thankful to have come here for my 24th birthday! Vegetarian Combo read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - Me, celebrating my 24th birthday at Gosh Ethiopian! - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Amazing. This restaurant had the nicest staff that told you how to eat the food, and was very attentive the whole dinner, but most importantly the food was Impeccable. The chicken was my favorite but everything on the large plate was amazing. Definitely give it a try! read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - Gosh Combination with Lamb - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

First time eating Ethiopian foods. Can't even explain the melt in your mouth flavors. The Injera bread, with it slight sourness because of the fermentation process, worked perfectly with everything. read more

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It was not bad, not great either. Right in the middle. Got the combo plate because variety. Liked the red items, yellow not so much as they were kind of plain. The sambbussa were filled with lentils. The lentils were undercooked so the filling was sticking to the cracks in my teeth. I didn't smile the rest of the day after that... do not go before picture day if you don't want to be yelled at by your mom read more

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This is a fun experience. If you have never had Ethiopian, you eat your meal with a spongy flat bread that is slightly sour in taste. The best way to go for a first timer is to get a sample platter so that you can try everything. Food is spiced well and tasty. Not something I would seek out all the time but great for an experience with friends. Service is a little slower because this place is small and it feels like a two man show. But we were fine being patient. read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - The meat and veggie sample platter for 4 - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Delicious food. Smaller portions than expected for the price. Service was good. Environment could be improved. Felt like a temporary solution...no colors on walls, no bold decorations. Didn't feel like I was in Ethiopia. Would be good to have that feel. read more

In 3 years, I didn't realize there was an Ethiopian spot in Knoxville until my Ethiopian friend asked about it; I just assumed that due to the lack of diversity in Rocky Top, there wouldn't be one. Knoxville is a *different* vibe: it's in the Bible Belt, but in a college town; there's a strong presence of progress surrounded by evangelicals - and they don't seem to butt heads too often. FABULOUS! The owner is super nice; I reckon it's family-operated. I was there as opened for dinner on a Saturday - get there early! read more

10/10 This is a nice and small family run restaurant. I have been here multiple times a month it's just quality ingredients every single time. I highly recommend you try this restaurant if you want to try Ethiopian food (if you never have)! read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - Vegetarian - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Just awesome. Fantastic server who was so so helpful. The appetizer was so good. The dinner for two with amazing bread was unbelievably fantastic. And ludicrously good coffee. Peace read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - Combination platter with a beef and chicken. - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

So, I was perusing Yelp trying to find some food since I just moved to the area. I found 2 spots I was thinking about and texted a friend. She said to come here and said it's an 11/10 stars. Boy was she right! This place is legit. I've had Ethiopian before in a larger city and although it was also delicious this one takes the cake...or the baklava? They also have that, I got some to go, can't wait to have enough room in my stomach to break into that too. I got the combo with 2 meats and 2 veggies I forget the name but it was heaven. Definitely coming back! read more

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My family and I love eating at Gosh! It's so special. It is a family run business and they make amazing food. We are convinced it is a Knoxville gem! read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - 3 person vegetarian combo - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Gosh is one of my all-time Knoxville favorites! The first time I ate here, I literally came back 24 hours later. I always get the gosh combo with lamb and it is so flavorful. I always make sure to show my friends this place when they visit and they've only had good things to say. The coffee is great too! read more

Quiet, simple little place. Wonderful food, excellent service. An upscale diner atmosphere. I'm a new fan of Ethiopian!

Delicious! First time here and loved it!! Fun experience and delightful service. Highly recommend.

I liked the restaurant Was my first time there Shurro split peas delicious Tikil Gomen cabbage potatoes and more EXCELLENT vegetarian optiond read more

When I saw this Ethiopian Restaurant on Yelp, I had to try it! I went with a friend and we shared a combination platter -- we were stuffed! The spice and flavors were on point! If you haven't had Ethiopian food before, then come with an open mind -- it's different than what most local people are used to (growing up most of my life in TN). Firstly, for our dish, you eat with your hands. Secondly, the flavors are very rich. Thirdly, don't be a picky eater. Try it and savor the taste. If you don't like it, it's okay! Regardless though, if you don't know what you're doing, ask your server/the family that owns it. They are more than happy to share their culture and food with you. read more

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Something different at white river junction. Nice view of a small town next to a train station with cute little shops. The restaurant ambience was modern traditional and the service was good. Food might need some getting used to but the hummus was really great! Definitely recommend to try something different. read more

Gosh is an amazing experience, and I'm so glad it's been in business for so long. I can't wait for the next visit. Food is great!

The service was amazing even though we didn't stay to eat. I would go back solely for the welcoming service and hospitality. Can't wait to try the food. read more

Many people don't even know that this strip mall restaurant exists. That's a shame and people are missing out. Located next door to the Holy Land Market, with it's new more visible, signage, Gosh is nondescript in exterior and interior. Don't be fooled. Their Ethiopian menu is broad and interesting. There are sampler options available for meat eaters and vegetarians for those new to the cuisine or those who want it all. Prices are super reasonable The staff is friendly and welcoming. The injera is good, with it's sourdough-like flavor base. They also serve combinations for one person or up to four, which is great for groups. Be bold. Go try Gosh. You'll be glad you did. read more

Okay, so this place is fine. It is what we have to work with. Loved the customer service and the family who owns this place. So friendly. The bread is top notch. Just as spongy as injera needs to be. Started off strong. The appetizer meat sambbussa was delicious. A mouthful of garlic, onions, and seasoned beef in a puff pastry. I'll order this in a heartbeat next time. Then it's no wonder then the alicha wot is my favorite meat dish. Its also seasoned beef with ginger and curry. Yum. Tikil gomen is my top vegetarian entree with cabbage, carrots and potatoes. Great flavor. Bummer they were out of mandazi. Went to the next option instead; date cake. But I didn't care for it. It tasted 'date-y' I suppose and the brandy helped but I just wasn't feeling the dessert. All in all, the flavors were there in some dishes but not others. The doro tibs tasted hot (as in spicy hot) but didn't render any kind of flavor profile. It tasted like hot blandness. The vegetarian plates were so mushy that the carrots were micro-sized and barely made their flavor contribution. Couldn't find the potatoes in the dish (stewed or mashed or otherwise). I guess I was hoping for stronger flavor. I know the hint of flavor was there, but Gosh could you crank it up like 10 notches? read more

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Vegetable samosa - deep fried and very different. I was expecting the filling to be this good. What is good? It's hard to explain. It's like another version of Indian food. I liked this more than the Indian version because I don't think it was potato based. It comes with a sauce that my friends found spicy but I didn't. Vegetable combination - the spicy isn't that spicy! But I can handle spice so don't quote me on it. It's basically a spoon full of different flavored beans on a large thin pancake texture bread. The way you eat it is like eating pita with hummus or any chunky dip. They give you free refills of the bread and I heard it takes a long time to make. I love that it's so light and fluffy. I wouldn't eat it alone though because it's an odd plain. I can handle plain but this type of plain is like dull plain. The server was so nice! She created a combination that wasn't on the menu for us since we were asking about substitutions and it was the same price! We were a group of 4 with one super large platter and samosa and it was more than enough! The server was good with estimating portions for newcomers. The speed of water and food was good. I don't recall complaining about starving. read more

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Delicious food, very attentive staff. Nice change of pace. Looking forward to eating here again.

Food we got about 4 months ago really sucked and not good at all don't know where the 4.5 stars are coming from. I would not recommend to others it terrible and tastes like garbage and it made me feel so nauseous and bad. SUCKED! read more

As we got the vegetarian platter. It was amazing. This is an outstanding place to visit. We will be back when we come back to town.

Wonderful authentic Ethiopian. We cleared our plates and left very very happy. Our server was warm and welcoming, and the place smells AMAZING! We are sooo glad we tried it. read more

With all sorts of outstanding restaurants in Knoxville there is only one reason to leave the greater city area. That reason is to get your Ethiopian jones fulfilled. The food is unique and it's fun too because you eat like a cave man. I had a combo platter and it was delicious and more than enough. I also has the sambusa which were crispy and tasty. Don't expect lighting fast service and don't expect silverware. Everybody has to try this place at least once. read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - Little crispy pockets of awesome! - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

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So good, an order of sombbussa and splitting the combo for one (6 choices) was PLENTY for two people. We got all vegetable options and they were great. The mushrooms were spicy and savory. The coffee, iced Ethiopian tea and the Ethiopian beer were all good choices too. We scraped the plate clean. read more

Gosh Ethiopian Restaurant - Ethiopian Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

Amazing place with great service and terrific food. If you are in Knoxville and have not tried Gosh you are missing out. Bring a bottle of wine and be ready to eat some amazing food. There's no chance you leave hungry or disappointed. Gosh is one of a kind and incredible! read more

We ordered a couple of gyros to go. I could hardly wait to get home as the aroma in the car was making me crazy. When we got home, we dashed to the dining table and opened up our gifts from the food Gods at Gosh. The gyros were mouth watering, tender and flavorful. They were chock full of meats, veggies and creamy yogurt sauce. Definitely a go to staple at our house. The staff at Gosh are so sweet and friendly. Highly recommend! read more

Oh my GOSH! This was amazing! I've been wanting to go here for some time. I was not disappointed. The staff was amazing and gave wonderful suggestions. The food was so amazingly flavorful. The tea was refreshing and delightful. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

First time trying Ethiopian cuisine and it was delicious! I was hesitant because I thought all the dishes would be spicy. I was completely wrong. We got the platter for 3 and got to try the different items on the menu. Staff were very friendly. Would highly recommended! read more