Finally got a spot at this super chill restaurant in Othello. Took a couple times to get in because…read morethe other times the chef said she was cooking for a wedding. Not a bad idea to call ahead of time, but no reservations needed or possible. We went on a Saturday night and my boyfriend spontaneously ordered some meat and veggie with injera...it was absolutely delicious! We weren't really sure what to expect, however, because they didn't have any menus. They did have a sick Eritrean music video lineup though. The lighting was reddish and the place had a nice ambiance with local Eritreans drinking beer in the back outside the restaurant. If you like a little adventure, you will not be disappointed by Momona (misspelled on Yelp). It's also the only Eritrean restaurant in Seattle, according to its staff.

My second visit was a COLOSSAL disappointment. I discovered Momona Cafe & Restaraunt last year at…read morethe Plate of Nations and was HUGELY impressed by the service, the amazing Ethiopian food, and the amount of food being served at a remarkably inexpensive price. The owner was quite happy to explain the dishes and was just a delight to chat with. She made the visit to Momona my favorite stop on the Plate of Nations list. My second visit was anything but impressive. Flies buzzing in numbers, they had to be fended off while dining, service had to be prompted numerous times to action to perform basic common tasks, couldn't answer any questions, serving dishes were dirty, the restaurant appeared to be very poorly kept both inside and out. The server didnt know how to ring me up: i was charged 2 additional times on my credit card & ultimately had to pay cash (now I have to come back to the restaurant to resolve their billing mistake). TRULY disappointed! I was hoping to make visits to Momona a regular periodic occurrence. Overall score: 2.5 / 5.0

It took me a while, but I started loving Ethiopian food a lot more and started appreciating the…read morecuisine the more I had it. It's hard for me to compare Ethiopian restaurants here just yet since the cuisine isn't something I have to often still, but it's definitely been quite good the time I've had it. This is no exception either. The platter was quite large and I enjoyed almost every thing on it. I don't know the names of everything still, so sorry for my ignorance, but both the meat and veggie items on the platter were very good. There's nothing special about the egg, but for some reason, it hits different with that sauce here. So freaking good! Service was friendly, but the place was pretty dark and dreary. Definitely has more of a night scene vibe or just a dive bar kinda vibe. There is a bar attached in another room close to the back. So maybe it use to be a bar and the design of the place just hasn't changed. The restaurant did feel very wide and spacious. Possibly for a dance floor or something. Anyways I had a good time and food was delicious.

We decided to try this place out when we visited Seattle as we were craving Ethiopian. The ambience…read morewas not great, the lights were full and not crowded for a Saturday. Veggie combo (4 stars): There were at least six delicious sides to the injera. The lentils were fresh and delicious. Loved the authentic food. I wish they let us replace a few veggie options with meat options.

Aka ETHIO Restaurant on Google Maps…read more Large bar/restaurant with super delicious and filling Ethiopian food. You can catch a lot of locals grabbing afternoon Jebena here. Weekday service might be a lil slow so enjoy your time here! Meat/Veggie Combo 5/5 - so filling and perfect for 3-4 folks Jebena 5/5 - fresh, berry-like, basically what real coffee should taste like! served w a side of popcorn

2.5 I have been here several times and will never come…read moreback! Food: The beef was flavorful but was not tender and was very fatty. I feel like it's hit or miss as I've come a few times and it was satisfactory (that's the .5) Service: Unwelcoming! The only time staff communicated with us was to take our order, we had to take it up on ourselves to ask for drinks. When the food came out it wasn't what we ordered so I let the lady know. The server rolled her eyes as she was taking the food back and said they couldn't change it!! However, if we place a new order they could correct it and charge us for the incorrect order. Ambiance: music is loud (possibly why there was a miscommunication), dark club vibe. Check out DELISH if you're looking for excellent, fast and attentive service! Would have gone here but their kitchen was closed (95 degrees out) smaller but home like setting.

Delish Ethiopian was great. The food was super good, the service was attentive, and everyone there…read moreseemed genuinely nice. We ordered the Delish Special, and it was the perfect amount of food for two adults and two kids -- good portions and a great way to try a little bit of everything. We'll definitely be back!

Delish is exactly that, Delicious!…read more This was a delivery order so I didn't get to experience the ambiance of the restaurant or customer service but the food was great and makes me want to dine in! I got the veggie combo to be able to taste all their veggie dishes! And it was a perfect variety. They were all tasty. My top three favorites were the Miser Wat, Ater Alicha Wot, and Shiro Wat! Also the best injera I've ever had. The flavor was well balanced and the texture was perfect!

We ordered online and picked up. I paid upon arrival. Food was great…read more The only caution I share is parking. If you're unfamiliar with the situation, it could be quite unsafe going in and coming out of the parking lot. Even the UberEats drivers don't use the parking lot.

My friend and I split a beef dish, it was absolutely amazing! The staff was also very friendly and…read morehelpful, I really liked this place. I will be back and I would definitely recommend this place to friends and family !

In an unassuming plaza that looks a bit rundown, there is a delicious Ethiopian restaurant. We went…read morein on a Saturday dinner and there were only 2 tables occupied, which is surprising given the great quality of food and service this place offers. We shared #18 lamb combo which was $24.95 as well as a glass of Ethiopian wine ($8) and a Harar beer (Ethiopian beer) ($6). Wow, what a great deal, as the lamb combo was enough to feed 2 people and still ended up with some leftovers. They give a good amount of injera, just the perfect amount. The lamb is decent - it was a little bit tough but we thoroughly enjoyed the vegetable portion of the dish mostly. I probably will try beef next time. The Ethiopian wine has a little bit of sparkling aspect to it, and the Ethiopian beer was pretty good - I'm not a beer person but I liked it. Service is friendly and approachable and they were appreciative of our visit. They went a bit above and beyond in making sure we maximized our experience in our meal by showing us some ways to enjoy the injera more. This is not the best Ethiopian food, however, but the culmination of the food, service, and price make this a deserving 5 star restaurant.

I've gotten take out from here and eaten in a few times. It's always good! My favorite is the…read morevegetable combo (as pictured). Flavors are great. We also got the beef tibs. The meat is tender. I recommend getting extra injera if you are sharing with lots of people.

First time trying ethiopian food and Kebena blew my mind. we got the veggie combo and meat combo…read moreand all were so good!! service was also great. it was definitely a diff experience eating with my hands but it made the food so goood.

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.

I went here as I was intrigued by this place from Plate of Nations - $30 for a special combo which…read moreis more than enough for 2 people. We had leftovers after being super stuffed from the dish. We also got an imported beer from Eritrea. You can't really beat these prices, even at a few top rated Ethiopian restaurants in the area. Injera seems to be unlimited - they proactively refill once they see you are running low. Even the takeout they gave an extra piece of injera! The waiter checked up on us a few times to ensure we had everything we need. Definitely don't overlook this place - very local feel, and there's a bit of language barrier too just fyi, but it's all part of a great holistic experience that is easy to pass by in the busy Rainier Ave S.

The people here were super sweet and kind. They offered free coffee after the meal and brought some…read moreroasted coffee beans over for us to smell. The food was delicious and great portion sizes. The space was cozy and friendly with a couple of different tables.