Wanted try Ethiopian food for the first time. Smells delicious as you walk in. The food was…read moreamazing and the staff were very friendly. Highly recommend.

Vegetarian review: We ordered a veggie plate and it was…read moredelicious! Servers were nice and helpful in explaining the different sides. There were a few tables -- not a large capacity of seating as most of their store is a market. Very clean bathroom! You can buy the injera from the store section -- either gluten free or mixed flours. $7 for 5 pieces. We will be coming again!

Taste of Congo is back at Spice Bridge, open on Saturdays from 11am-7pm. Up to date info is posted…read moreon their IG: @tasteofcongoseattle I had their pondu (cassava leaves) and kwanga (fermented cassava). I liked the kwanga a lot better than pounded cassava fufu I have had from other restaurants: it had more flavor (a slight tang), and was less sticky. The pondu was good too! I took my food to go, but there are tables inside that you can eat at.

I love to pish myself outside of my comfort zone, and today, I was excited and apprehensive about…read morethe Taste of Congo. My wife and I decided to share a late afternoon snack at The Tase of Co go when we went to the Spice Bridge. The Spice Bridge has up to 4 different restaurants inside their Global Food Hall. Today, we were lucky to experience the Taste of Congo. I know that I ordered some "not too adventurous" foods, and it was amazing. The Beef Stew was incredibly flavored. I know it was probably toned down for the average American, but sooo delicious. The meat was tender and spiced. The fufu was great, and I got to eat with my hands while my wife looked on in aghast... she used a spoon. The beignets were delicious! I say were because they are always gone so quickly!

This was my first time trying Somali cuisine, so I had to ask for suggestions on what to order, and…read morewas recommended the goat and rice plate. No regrets here! The goat was flavorful and tender, and came on a mountain of perfectly cooked and seasoned rice. They also provided hot sauce and a lemon wedge. Others in my party got the chicken suqaar plates, and enjoyed their meals too. We all were obsessed with the bisbaas/basbaas (green hot sauce) that came with our meal, and I really liked the dynamic flavors in the food. Pricing is a little high, but the amount of food you get is generous. I'd definitely come back again and will plan to take leftovers home or share an entree.

I searched yelp for African food and food Juba. Glad I decided to go there for lunch. I ordered the…read morelamb with rice (see pictures) to go. The place is spacious and I could have eaten there. I walked up to the counter (order and pay first) and after a short wait (less than ten minutes. The lamb was not so spicy but the rice had lots of flavor. I squeezed the provided lemon the shanks and eating it with rice - man that flavor combo! It was enough for two meals ( actually ate half and saved half for dinner).

Upon walking in, you are greeted by the heavy stench of cigarette smoke (people were smoking…read moreinside). Very dim lights, table was sticky and straw littered the floor. Bathroom toilet didn't flush due to being clogged and the sink looked like someone vomited on, in, and around it. How are you suppose to eat with your hands if the wash facilities are dirty??! Didn't get past that to try the food because, well, if the facilities look that way, then.... Also, the parking sucks: people park haphazardly, so getting in (or out) would be a headache. Plus side is that it wasn't too busy, so the lady came quick with menus and water, but that's about all the positives we've experienced.

My wife and I stopped in for dinner at the recommendation of an Ethiopian acquaintance and had an…read moreexcellent, super flavorful veggie combo for two. This restaurant feels like being invited to someone's home for a great dinner. Highly recommended!

We came as a group of five and were surprised to find the restaurant completely empty during…read moretypical dinner hours. It might be the location, but honestly the food deserves way more customers, everything was fantastic. We ordered the Meat Combo, which came with Kitfo and Ayeb, Key Wot, Alicha Wot, and Gomen Besiga. The Kitfo, an Ethiopian-style steak tartare seasoned with coriander, mitmita (hot chili powder), and herbed butter, was incredibly flavorful. Most of the meats leaned on the spicy side, but when you mixed them with the veggies and injera, everything balanced out perfectly. My favorite was the Key Wot, a spicy stew of slow-cooked beef with onions, garlic, cardamom (korerima), berbere, and Ethiopian herbal butter. My second favorite was the Gomen Besiga, made with boiled beef cubes flavored with spices, onions, and garlic. The texture was surprisingly tender, almost like fish. We also got the House Combo, which includes a mix of meats and vegetables. It only comes with two meats, but it's a great option for first-timers because you get to try a wider variety of flavors. The waitress was very helpful and thoughtful, taking the time to explain each dish to us. And bonus, they have some parking available, which is super convenient. Overall, the food was amazing, and I really hope more people discover this local gem.

Hoping to try every Ethiopian spot in Rainier Beach and the south end this year and this was a…read morestrong start! We were the only people in the restaurant and the kind owner explained that was because Ethiopians are fasting during their Christmas time. She also explained all the dishes that we got in the house combo including that her mom had just brought her spices back from Ethiopia! I really enjoyed the red lentil dish which was nice and spicy as well as the shiro and the beef tibs and of course the salad that is so simple but always so good. We also tried the Ethiopian coffee ceremony and the coffee was both delicious and strong! It also included this burning incense that filled the restaurant with a wonderful aroma. It made me wish that we had more Ethiopian coffee shops in Seattle. Would definitely return for the food and the people :) I love the south end

I have been looking for a consistently good Ethiopian place while being in WA state, and it has…read morebeen a challenge for logistical and practical reasons on top of going to a few places that were nothing special. I was pretty skeptical about this place, especially because it looks like a a bar from the pictures on Yelp, and I have been to multiple places that look similar, and were abysmal. Decided to take a chance and give this place a visit. There is a good amount of parking outside the place, and it is not the most obvious looking restaurant. Once you find it, it is a large room that looks like a bar in the distance and plenty of seating in the periphery of the building. There was one server who was stretched thin in terms of tasks, so it was not always easy getting their attention without walking up to the bar. Despite that, service was friendly and nothing to complain about. The food selection is what you would find at most Ethiopian places including Tibs, Kifto, Wats (including Doro Wat), and multiple different meat and vegetarian combos. I decided to get raw kitfo, because I drool at places that make this dish. Not only was it spicy like I wanted, the seasoning and flavour is actually one of the best I have ever had. Literally, one of the top places I have ever had Kitfo in my life, and I have been to many Ethiopian restaurants. Prices are about $25-$35 per person, so I it is definitely not on the cheaper side. Dishes are served with teff flour-made injera which you use to scoop up food and melt in all of its glory. Give this place a visit

Came here for a birthday and loved my first Ethiopian food experience. We shared the Meat & Veggie…read moreCombo, Alicha Tibs, and Ethiopian coffee - everything was packed with flavor. Huge shoutout to our server for being patient and guiding us through the menu. Trying injera for the first time was a highlight, and the Ethiopian coffee was especially cool: served in a beautiful pot, with a small station where they roast the beans and prepare it fresh. Parking is a bit tricky, but the space is large, lively, and great for groups, with a bar and an event-friendly layout. Fun, flavorful, and memorable - would absolutely come back.

Cannot wait to eat here, Currently moving to Africa. The food is awesome also looks and taste…read moreawesome can wait to try. Best options in Seattle. House of Naku canti wait . Thank you guys very much for the DNA strain I love being African American !!! Teeh .

The food was not good at all. The food services were large and rather well proportioned. However,…read morethe Peanut Butter Soup and Eugusi were drenched in oil. There was no actual soup, rather it was just oil Which was rather unfortunate. I was hoping for some flavour, but just got oil which made me rather nauseous. I'm used to oil - I eat at fast food restaurants. Not to be rude, but truthfully, there was 1cm of oil layering the take outboxes that were delivered to me. I would not recommend the Peanut Butter Soup or the Eugusi. However, if oil is not a concern - then I would say the Eugusi was more flavoursome than the Peanut Butter Soup

First time trying Kenyan food and I'm super happy I came to Rafiki restaurant!…read more The service was great, I was helped by Tracy and she was so sweet, made great recommendations and was very attentive. The samosas were served with lime which I've never had before, in the past I usually get sauces, but the lime went great with them! The beef stew was packed with flavor. And don't get me started on the collard greens (I ate them up) The ugali didn't have much of a flavor but I'm assuming that's the point. It soaked up the sauce of the beef stew perfectly. I loved the chewy texture as well. I will definitely be coming back!

One of the best experiences I've had in a while. My Girlfriend and I love the atmosphere and the…read morefood was amazing! Service was really fast and the workers were really nice! 맛있는 음식 고마워요!