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    Mesob Ethiopian Restaurant

    4.4 (164 reviews)
    ModerateEthiopian, Bars, Vegan
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    kitfo veggie combo
    Mikey G.

    Great decor and great food!! We randomly walked by and loved the amazing night life decor they set up. Food was great quality and it had great service!

    Veggie and meat combos
    Michael A.

    We ordered the veggie combo and the meat combo and it was perfect amount for 2 people. It was served on one plate and on top of a large Injera. You can tell they make their own Injera and is fresh when it comes out. The Qey Wat (Beef type stew) was amazing and incredibly flavorful and tender. We ordered the veggie combo and the meat combo and it was perfect amount for 2 people. It was served on one plate and on top of a large Injera. You can tell they make their own Injera and is fresh when it comes out. The Qey Wat (Beef type stew) was amazing and incredibly flavorful and tender. It was my favorite of the 3 meats and would order it by itself the next time. Doro Wat was their chicken drum and hard boiled egg. The seasonings were so good with the Injera bread.

    doro wot with gomen side
    Ruby R.

    The food was great! My server was really kind and it was a super warm night and it felt so good to take myself on a solo date here.

    Veggie Combo
    J J W.

    Hermes service was great. I went with the veggie combo and everything was delicious. They have a spice that you can put on top, kinda like a salt with a little kick. Very good!! Vibes here are great. Hoping to one day come back when they get the live music, spoken word night, and other events popping again. Support your local spots!! They were very genuine and nice to chat with. I would support them even if the food wasn't as amazing as it was!!!

    Mostly ate veggie sampler!
    Dawn L.

    Did an order for carry out while doing trivia near by. The veggie sampler was good, grateful for it in the end. The meat - the ribs, were just downright awful. Seasoned well - but so dry, you couldn't chew any of it. The picture was what was tossed - truly couldn't enjoy it. For a $50 meal - I wouldn't return.

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    Aakrati K.

    Amazing Ethiopian food. We have not encountered such a beautiful looking Ethiopian place before. The service was great and friendly. We tried veg platter and lentil sambusa and both were yummy.

    Sambusa
    Zachariah S.

    Great local family restaurant with great food. Everything we had was full of flavor and made fresh, not pre-cooked. The sambusa was cooked and seasoned well, they are larger than they appear. The vegetables and ribs were really good. The ribs were a bit over fried but still flavorful. They don't provide plates because traditionally you eat with your hands or with injera (bread like substance). Next time I come I'll try the meat combo as well to get a better variety. I would definitely recommend to anyone who Likes Ethiopian food or just wants to try something different.

    A little of everything
    Kimberli R.

    Great food and awesome experience. This was my first experience at an Ethiopian restaurant. We had a great guide. She walked us through the night. The food was spicy but delicious. My friends tried Ethiopian beer and they loved it. Appetizer (Sambussa) was amazing. Atmosphere was pleasant and music was cultural and new to me. We had plenty of space and time to catch up with our friends. This is a family business and my hat is off to the cook!! We will be back!! Try the beef ribs....

    Chicken tips and veggie combo

    Food was good and had a great variety! Service was great as well! The lentil dish was amazing!! Wouldn't get the collard greens again.

    Vegetarian Sampler; Lamb Tibs; Meat Sampler; Sambusas
    Heather F.

    I came across Mesob one day when having an Ethiopian craving, and was pleasantly surprised to see they delivered, since not many Ethiopian places do. In an effort to avoid various (Grubhub) platform delivery fees, I ended up waiting a few days to do a takeout order that I could share with a friend. I placed the order just before the restaurant opened at 4pm via Mesob's website, for the earliest available pickup time which was 4:30pm. My friend went to pick it up, and arrived shortly after 4:30pm. He was told it would be another 15 minutes. Ultimately, the food wasn't ready until about 5:15pm. That said, given I placed the order before open for the earliest pickup, that could've been part of the problem, so something to keep in mind if you're an early/starved eater. We ordered the Vegetarian Sampler, the Meat Sampler, the Lamb Tibs and an order of Sambusa. The sambusas were by far the best sambusas I've ever had! Very flavorful; well fried, and the filling had a nice consistency (ones I've had elsewhere, e.g. Axum, tend to have the lentils all fall out once you bite in). The various other dishes were well seasoned; there was a depth of spice present in the traditional favorites that I hadn't experienced elsewhere. Normally I don't think of even 'spicy' Ethiopian dishes as being that hot, but there definitely was some kick in the denoted items. There was a plentiful amount of injera, (each entree came with an extra piece), but I did find the portions to be smaller than what I had experienced with Abyssinia's take out (which also included a salad thrown in). The plated picture gives you a sense of splitting all of the items amongst two people (more injera to the side). On the whole I definitely enjoyed Mesob, but I'm definitely going to continue my tour of Denver Ethiopian takeout as Covid continues.

    delicious veggie combo!! Friendly atmosphere. Definitely be back soon.
    J C.

    I love this place! The food is the best flavor every time I come here. My go to Ethiopian restaurant. Staff is always friendly also.

    D T.

    What an unexpected, pleasant surprise finding this quaint, but oh sooooo delicious Ethopian restaurant. They're open for dine-in and delivery, but I decided to dine in and glad I did. I was greeted by a dear older woman who promptly allowes me to sit where I liked. They have a bar area with TVs (one was showing sports, the other, Ethopian dancing) and the dining room is quaint and very tasteful. I ordered the meat combo and had a very good beer, while I waited on my entree. MAN, was this food good!! Every bit of authentic Ethopian food like I'm used to from LA and D.C. (which have the best Ethopian foods in the US, IMHO). The flavors was so on point, I kept licking the inside of mouth! Needless to say, I'll be visiting this place again next time I'm back in Denver!!

    Just a portion of our dinner 3 plates with most of the menu offerings - a lot of deliciousness.
    Bill Z.

    A large group of us came to Mesob on a quiet weeknight recently. The food was great, and we had a fantastic time. Mesob is cozy and welcoming, but not as welcoming as the owners and our waitress. The decor is very casual. There is a small stage for live music, and at other times Ethiopian music and videos will be playing on the TV near the bar. This is not a place to go if you are in a hurry. As a big group which ordered a large number of items off the menu, I knew it would take a while, which it did. But it was so worth it! Everything was delicious and fresh and nicely spiced, with plenty of injera. Several in my group had never before eaten Ethiopian food - after eating here they became hooked - kudos again to our waitress who took the time to explain each of the dishes in detail to the newbies. Ironically, this had not been our choice for dinner. I had been given a recommendation for a different Ethiopian restaurant by a local friend, and unfortunately (for them), they did not answer the phone when I tried to make a dinner reservation. So we chose Mesob, left satisfied, and Mesob would again be my first choice during future visits to Denver.

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    3 years ago

    Great food! Great service! Serene local hideaway for neighbors to enjoy great local spot!

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    3 years ago

    food was so fire !!! got the meat combo and added beef tibs. Would absolutely come here again

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    This restaurant is amazing! My family and I have been to Mesob a handful of time and they impress every time! My personal favorite is Shiro!

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    Food is good, but this restaurant need to improve on the portions. At all they have a nice and helpful waiter...

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    Welcoming atmosphere, wonderful service, and the food is beat by NONE! This restaurant is a Must Try in denver... Once won't be enough.

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    4 years ago

    Great food, great service. We ordered a combination plate and every item was delicious.

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    7 years ago

    Excellent, authentic food in a quiet but lively restaurant that keeps open until 2 am with a bar and an area for live music.

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    Root Down

    Root Down

    4.4
    (4.2k reviews)
    5.6 mi
    $$

    We came here for restaurant week and my husband and I shared everything. We got:…read more - Devils on Horseback - Duck & Potato Croquettes - Rockfish Tom Kha - Pork Osso Buco - Croissant Bread Pudding - Key Lime Curd I really enjoyed everything, but it has been few months and there are a couple of things that were so good I'm still thinking about them. The Rockfish Tom Kha had absolutely incredible flavor. I've never had it as an entree before and they do it very well. The Key Lime Curd was the other top dish for me. It was so tart which is exactly what I wanted. They have a good looking meal for Sunday dinner too and I'd love to come back for it.

    Solid experience! Located in an off-the-beaten-path neighborhood not far from downtown, this place…read moreshould be on your list. Note that only street parking is available. Indoor & outdoor seating and large garage doors that are open on great weather days. We went early (5:00) on a Tuesday evening - with a reservation. It was pretty quiet when we got there and it picked up a lot by the time we left. Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. The interior decor is cool. Food was good. The lamb was in the form of a soup and while not the best it was pretty good. The hangar steak was well prepared and really tasty. My husband and I shared it. The lamb (soup form) was not good or sharing. Probably would go back but only if we are downtown Denver and have extra time. It's a bit out of the way for us.

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    Watercourse Foods

    Watercourse Foods

    4.0
    (2.6k reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    Years ago, Marci and I went to Watercourse for a friend's birthday. Our friend was vegan, and at…read morethe time, neither one of us was exactly convinced that the vegetarian/vegan lifestyle was for us. So, in anticipation that we might not find much we liked, we actually ate before we left home. That turned out to be completely unnecessary. I remember trying the chicken-style seitan and several other things from the menu and being genuinely surprised by how good everything was. Not "good for vegan food." Just good food. What I remember most is that Watercourse challenged an assumption I walked in with. I didn't leave there suddenly becoming vegan, but I did leave thinking, "Okay, there's something to this." And all these years later, I still remember that meal and find myself wanting to go back and see what they're doing now. Sometimes that's one of the best compliments you can give a restaurant: you changed my mind.

    I used to come to this place when I lived in Cap Hill and they had table service, but it's…read moredefinitely changed with a slimmer menu and counter-ordering. We were enthusiastically greeted by Renee and I loved her energy, friendliness, and helpfulness. They do have a great HH until 6pm (and daily specials), which we took advantage of. We each got a Lavender Aviation cocktail (delish!) plus seitan and cauliflower wings, corn ribs, and a Philly sandwich. We LOVED the homemade ranch that came with the wings. My sister was afraid of the sauces they offered for the wings, so I got it on the side, which may have taken away from the wings themselves. We were partial to the cauliflower wings though. The corn ribs are a must and only $5 for HH! Unfortunately, the Philly fell short to me. It tasted like refried bean to me and was crazy messy and fell apart. It's always been a cute little place inside and they have some picnic tables in the shade outside to enjoy the weather without getting sun.

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    City O' City

    City O' City

    4.0
    (2.8k reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    Come on into City O' City and celebrate the vegetarian and vegan lifestyle! The menu will rock your…read morepalate! Yes, you can have chicken and waffles and save the chicken because it's vegetarian!! Squash soup, salads, BBQ... and eat your veggies!!! Save the animals and our planet will be a better safer place for all of us! Alcohol, beer, soda, cocktails. They have it all!! Indoor and outdoor seating! Believe me if you sit outside at least walk in the door and check out the cool decor, lighting, bright colors that will all really lift your spirits and elevate your experience!! Metered parking because you're downtown. If you show up after 6 pm parking is free. Our waitress was super nice and service was excellent!

    I'm not vegan or vegetarian, but you don't need to be to love this place. My husband and I shared:…read more - Barbacoa Fries - Fried Brussels - BBQ Bowl with Seitan - Churrasco Cheesesteak with Mac and Cheese Everything was fantastic. The BBQ bowl was probably my favorite. I loved the diversity of flavors with the veggies, bbq, and mac and cheese. The fries had so many good spices and saucy flavors. I love brussels sprouts and these didn't disappoint. While I loved the cheesesteak, I probably wouldn't get it on my own because it's huge and very rich, so there's no way I'd want to eat the whole thing. The mac and cheese is made with coconut milk which gives it a unique flavor. We ordered way too much food so we took home a full meal for the next day and it was great leftover too. There is free street parking on the road next to it for two hours and we had no issue getting a spot on a weekday late afternoon. Whether or not you eat meat, this spot is worth a try!

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    Super cool ambiance.
    Gladys Restaurant

    Gladys Restaurant

    4.7
    (113 reviews)
    8.2 mi
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    This is a special one. I've toured many plant-based restaurants around CA and CO and I put a lot of…read moreweight into my declaration that Gladys is THE BEST. The best food ever, hands down!!! Am I allowed to say it changed my life? It's located in the Edgewater Public Market which is rad. I highly recommend dining in! The dining space is dimly lit and has a great atmosphere. It suits a formal occasion, but I tend to go more casually. And WOW, the cleanliness and organization in this space makes my brain happy. The staff are all wonderful. The handful I have spoken with are super friendly and warm. Everyone in the kitchen seems to be smiling. It's hard not to catch this contagious, pleasant attitude. But the food - it's world-class. The chefs are quite esteemed and they have cultivated a masterpiece. *Menu is very gluten friendly, many items are/can be made fully gluten free!

    All vegan all good! Gladys is located inside a public food market warehouse. The place offers its…read moreown seating but one can also order out eat in the open seating offered in the warehouse. The food was very good. Their signature veggie Reuben was filling and normally i would have taken half to go but i could not stop eating . The fries were nice and crispy and i think they make their own ketchup... The beans & grains, as described by partner "was delicious"! We were tempted to dessert but were too stuffed to the gills. Would definitely come back when back in Littleton, CO

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    SPICE ROOM

    SPICE ROOM

    4.5
    (640 reviews)
    6.9 mi
    $$

    My new go-to Indian spot! I'm so happy I found this place!…read moreThe food is absolutely delicious, fresh, and packed with flavour. They have such a great variety of dishes to choose from, with plenty of meat and vegetarian options, so there's truly something for everyone. And if you like spice, this is definitely your place. You can choose from different levels of heat for each dish, which I loved. The mango lassi was SO good, and the service was just as wonderful as the food. I was asking about their iced chai after seeing someone else enjoying one, and they were kind enough to bring me a complimentary one to try, such a thoughtful touch. The staff are genuinely kind, attentive, and constantly checking in to make sure you have everything you need without being overbearing. They have two locations, this one is their smaller spot, but it still feels warm, welcoming, and spacious enough to enjoy with a group. Both locations have such a cozy atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. I also noticed a constant stream of takeout orders being picked up while we were there, which tells me I'm definitely not the only one who thinks this place is amazing. If you're craving flavorful, fresh Indian food with great service and lots of options, you need to try this place.

    Ordered: Thali w Butter Chicken (~$24): served with…read morestreet-style chaat, garlic naan (+50¢), rice, dal soup, jeera potatoes, dessert (rice pudding), and soft drink Lamb Biryani (~$17): spiced rice, marinated lamb, vegetables, nuts, and spices; served with raita (yogurt sauce) Aya's take: I was craving Indian food during my recent trip to Denver and came across Spice Room. The Thali caught my eye as it's essentially a traditional platter with a variety of balanced small plates from rice to potatoes to dal soup and even dessert all on a single tray. I got it with Butter Chicken which was so good! Highly recommend as it was creamy, medium spicy, and very aromatic. I absolutely loved the street-style chaat! It's creamy, crunchy, cold, and loaded with flavors and textures. Such a satisfying bite and I almost couldn't stop until it was gone. I love that this Thali came with both rice & naan as I usually want both and can't decide lol! The rice was fluffy and aromatic from the cumin while the garlic naan was fresh, soft, and delicately brushed with garlic & parsley. I didn't care for the dal soup (bit too watery) or the jeera potatoes (bit undercooked) but the dessert was a nice way to end the meal. Their options included rice pudding and gulab jamun; I went with the "healthier" option lol. It was creamy, sweet, and cooled down my palate after the various dishes. The Lamb Biryani was another good try! The lamb chunks were tender and seasoned, the rice was aromatic, and it paired well with the onions and raita (yogurt sauce). This definitely satisfied my craving and I'm glad I stopped by before the long day I had ahead!

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