This is the best spot to get Ethiopian food in Atlanta! (Definitely better than Desta for any of you Desta-lovers.) The food is authentic, fresh and flavorful, and the portions are massive. We had a group of 20 and they were able to host us in their back room. The place is massive with seating up front but also lots of seating in the back. They even have a little gift shop market in the back too where you can buy stuff. It's a really great place for large parties with incredible, attentive service. They gave us some push buttons to press too so we were always attended to when we needed anything. 6 of us split the vegan platter 2, doro wok, and dereq tibs. It was my first time having doro wok and I will be ordering it every time I come now. Absolutely delicious! Splitting these three items was the perfect portion with all of us finishing the meal feeling full. The vegan platter 2 says it feeds 2 people but it's more like 4 people. The portions truly are big and the injera helps fill you up. Including some drinks, the total only came out to $20 each with tax and tip. I was very pleasantly surprised. Amazing food with large portions at an amazing price! read more

See all

We finally got a chance to try Bahel after having it bookmarked for a while. As soon as we walked in, the staff made us feel welcome, which was a great start. The menu had several dishes we've had at other Ethiopian restaurants, so we ordered familiar items to compare. We went with the Bahel 1 Combo and chose chicken tibs, doro wot, shiro, gomen, and yellow lentils. The food was ok. The Doro Wot had a sweeter taste than I'm used to, but it was decent, and the Chicken Tibs had a strong tomato flavor (not 100% sure it was tomato, but that's what came through), which didn't really work for me. The Shiro was excellent, though. I could've eaten that with some injera all by itself. Overall, the experience was pleasant and the service was welcoming, but flavor-wise it didn't quite hit enough for us to make it our go-to spot when we're craving Ethiopian food. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Bahel 1 (chicken tibs, doro wot, gomen, shiro, and yellow split peas) - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

Visiting Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant is always a delight for anyone craving authentic Ethiopian cuisine. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance between cozy and vibrant, creating an inviting atmosphere that enhances the dining experience. While I don't often frequent Ethiopian restaurants, Bahel remains my top choice whenever I do. On a recent Saturday, my cousin and I decided to have a late breakfast, early lunch date at Bahel, and it did not disappoint. We kicked off our meal with "lentil sambusa" , paired with a hot, seasoned tea that perfectly complemented the dish. For the main course, we shared the "Veggie Combo" and "Mushroom Dulet, both of which were incredibly flavorful and satisfying. While the Veggie Combo was a hit, I felt that the Mushroom Dulet could benefit from a touch more seasoning, perhaps adding some "Mitmita" and "Korerima "to enhance its flavor profile. The service was another highlight of our visit. The two waiters attending to us were friendly and attentive, frequently checking in to ensure we were enjoying our meal. Overall, Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant is a standout choice for anyone looking to indulge in authentic Ethiopian flavors, and I can't wait for my next visit! read more

See all

Me and my Family, not including a few other friends have all been loyal fans of Bahel for over 8 years. Within the last 2 years, the portions have gotten smaller. We love the vegan combo plate where it use to come on a platter. It was enough for 2 people and a bit to take home. Now it comes on an oval plate and it has more garden salad on it than anything else. I understand prices have to increase, but why does the food portion have to decrease when we paying more for the same dishes? Great staff and service. It always have been even through the many servers that have come and gone. read more

Very quaint spot with authentic Ethiopian flavors. Service was really good. My server was a young woman who wanted to make sure I enjoyed my experience. I really appreciated how sweet she was. I ordered the lamb tibs and got them spicy. I love spice but it took away from the flavor of the meat some. I enjoyed my food especially the injera. read more

See all

This place has great service and good food. They are tucked away is a small strip mall. The decor looks amazing in the back. There are more rooms and stores in the back. I ordered the Doro Wot. It is a chicken stew and comes with a chicken leg and an egg. It tastes great but I would hope for more protein. The bread that comes with it tastes good as well. read more

See all

Great food! We love Ethiopian and would return here the next time we're in the area. Flavors were quite good. The teff bread was yummy and I'm getting hungry thinking about it. read more

The food here is AMAZING! Definitely authentic, service was good and the food came pretty fast. We recently moved to Atlanta from Virginia where authentic Ethiopian food is readily accessible, so finding this gem was a definite plus. As soon as we walked in, we were met with the pleasing aroma of frankincense, which made me immediately feel I was entering a truly authentic Ethiopian establishment. We had the Awaze tibs, lamb tibs, doro wat, collard greens, cabbage and carrots and yellow split peas all served on a large platter lined with injera. The food was just what I was looking for!! Fragrant, flavorful and simply delicious. I'm so glad we found our go-to Ethiopian restaurant in Atlanta! read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Doro wat, yellow split peas, lamb tibs, collard greens, awaze tibs and cabbage with carrots. - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Bahel is our happy place and the food is authentically made with love & delicious! In my opinion it's definitely the Michelin Star of Ethiopian Restaurants in the Atlanta Metro Areas. My husband and I have dined in this family owned sweet place for over 20 years and they have never disappeared! We eat Plant Based and the delicious vegetable combination is "TO LIVE FOR" with ample portion sizes. The aroma-the spices & taste of each delicious bite is incredible!. Our meat eating family & friends absolutely love the meat entrees. The menu offers many dishes and I'm confident that you won't be disappointed with the choices. When you walk in the door you'll be amazed how charming the environment is. The service is friendly, the Chef is incredibly gifted and the owners are amazing! There is a large dining area for groups located within the restaurant with ample seating and great service. At Bahel, you can shop and find beautiful treasures in their "Market/Store located in the back of the restaurant where you can select spices, clothing, jewelry and everything Ethiopian. Last but not least, I want you to know that this restaurant is super clean! Do yourself a big favor by dining at Bahel Ethiopian Authentic Restaurant. You will not only love the food, but will return again and again! read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Restaurant - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

I ordered the veggie plate and my friend had the lamb. I overall enjoyed the spices and my food except for the collard greens. My friend enjoyed his lamb and would patron the restaurant again. The service was good. However, the restaurant was cold..... like keep your winter coat and hat on....cold. I hope this t was just an issue today and not like that all the time during the Winter. read more

See all

This Ethiopian is top tier. Food was delicious. This was my 2nd time eating Ethiopian food in my life and Bahel did not disappoint. The waitress was great and very patient in explaining the menu. The place was clean inside and out. I was so impressed I went 2 days in a row while on vacation in Atlanta, Ga. I will definitely be going back. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Waze beef tibs, chicken kitfo, sambusa, collard greens, steamed rice - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

Great food and a new way of eating that I had not done before, really enjoyed it. The Teff Injera bread is nice. Very glad they had gluten free options? read more

Small space, a few booth tables, two larger party tables and about 3-4 small two top tables. They grilled some meat and veggies, smells a bit like fajita at a Tex Mex spot. More seating in the back. Ordered one vegetarian combo, chicken tibs, sambusa, a side order of red lentils and a side order of yellow lentil and an extra side of injera. They don't have a lot of lentil options here. Ended up getting two more sides of the red lentil and the yellow lentils. $51 The incense is a bit intense for such a small space. The sambusa is super hot, filled with lentils. The wonton is nice and thin and super crispy too. It's good. The sauce is different and spicy too. The red lentil is good, the yellow tastes decent, but the lentil is a bit hard. The cabbage, green beans, collard green and the salad were just okay. The salad dressing is an Italian. The service was good. read more

See all

Enjoyed every bite! Love the portion sizes and the reasonable prices! Definitely will be back A LOT!

Great Ethiopian food with bold flavors. The injera was soft and fresh, and the spices were well balanced. Service was friendly but a bit slow during dinner. read more

Came back again and tried the Goden Tibs which was new to us - absolutely loved!! beef short rib was grilled and seasoned to perfection, highly recommend! read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Vegetarian Combo with dulet - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

Bahel Ethiopian Restraining! more like Ba-HELLYEAH! I love picking up a quick morsel here, it's good to take To-Go and EAT it on YOUR COUCH. I like the Lent-All Stew, I Ate it during Lent I am of the Catholic Faith, and gave up meet and it covers you All of Lent. My wife is of the Hindu Faith and is a vegetarian, so it is Very Nice that they have so many options for those of various dietary needs. My friend Bobby did want to know if seed oils are used, but I do not care as the food is Very tasty! I eat the Injera on my couch and dip it in my Stews and it gets me very excited to be a sitting on my Couch, the spices they give me energy all over my body especially in my Pelvis, I love good food that makes me feel warm inside! read more

We've tried many Ethiopian restaurants in the area and this one is locked in at #1. They are very friendly and the food is always great. We've sat down to eat and ordered food to go and it has been consistent every time. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu! read more

Tried this place out because my friend came across recommendations for it. With a party of four, we got a Bahel 3 (Dereq Tibs, Awaze Tibs, gored gored, lentils, green collard) which is more than enough for a hungry bunch of people. Not exactly sure what was what on our plate, but everything was so enjoyable. The injeora is soft, bouncy, and spongy, with a slight kick of sourness; perfectly contrasting all the flavors and seasonings of the food in the large plate. All of us really enjoyed the lentils and collard greens, and one of the item that was beef is also phenomenal - they bring out a skillet of it, and pour it right on the center of the plate. Overall, amazing experience, friendly workers, and unique experience! read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

Came here with my coworkers for lunch. This was my first time having Ethiopian food. The food was already ordered when I arrived. The collard greens and lamb were my favorite. It was fun to learn more about the culture and how it relates to its food. I would like to come back to try some other things on the menu I. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

As a long time supporter of across the street.....this is a tough one! This food is AMAZINGGGGGGG and since I first tried it 2 months ago, I have been back 3x. I feel like such a cheater LOL. The restaurant has seating up front or in the back for bigger tables in a really dope Ethiopian decorated room. Service was pretty good in both rooms. I had the fish tibs and tried the Shiro for the first time. Delicious. Like imprint in your brain good! The wine tastes really earthy and served in traditional bottle/glasses. Great experience, great food. Not sure I can go back to what I knew before read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Tilapia tips - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Food was delicious, great prices, everyone was so friendly and it was extremely clean and neat. Will be coming back to try more dishes

I wish I had taken a picture of my beautiful plate of food, but my friend and I devoured every last bit. Consistently good food, service is great. The restaurant is not loud which I appreciate. Bahel checks all of the boxes. I will always eat here when I am in the area. read more

Yummy! The ambiance is the "most authentic" Ethiopian experience, beautiful decor and a very chill vibe. The service was smooth and quick. Now, the most important thing, the food! Very flavorful dishes. My guy and I shared the vegetarian platter and Fish Tips (tilapia). Highly recommend for an off the beaten path, Ethiopian restaurant. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Outside - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

Fresh and very tasty I love this restaurant. Authentic Ethiopian food. Very good service. Very nice atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Ethiopian food is in my top five favorite cuisines to eat because of its use of spices and this place is pretty good. My favorite spot is actually nearby where the strip clubs are located but Bahel is a nice contender. The service provided here is great and the restaurant itself is nice, with beautiful art on the walls and entertaining music videos in the background. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

We had a party of 3 at 7:00 pm on a Friday night. They weren't crowded. It's very casual. Service was great! Everyone who worked there was super friendly and welcoming. We split everything. The food all comes on one giant platter, so it's ideal for sharing. Here's what we got: - Vegetarian Combo ($13.99): Amazing. Comes with 6 different items, all delicious. - Lamb Tibs ($12.99): Soo good and flavorful. Great with all the items from the vegetarian combo. - Bahel Special Kitfo ($15.99): We ordered the beef medium, but it looked very raw. It came with homemade cheese and finely chopped collard greens. I wished the meat was more cooked. This wasn't my favorite. Everything comes with injera (spongy, sourdough-y flatbread) to scoop up the food. We really only needed 2 dishes. We had so much food leftover. It was all delicious though!! Bahel (pronounced BAH-hull) is a great, unassuming little restaurant in a shopping strip. Don't let the shopping center fool you! It's great food at a great price. read more

See all

Me and my sons shared the Bahel 3 large family style platter, with red lintels and cabbage. The flavors of everything was amazing. My only issue was that their mit-mitta was kinda sweet and not hot at all. However the sauce served next to the mit-mitta was both hot and very flavorful. One of the meats had the option of being served raw and I highly recommend the raw version! My daughter and her boyfriend friend ordered beef ribs, one of chicken dishes with rice. They really liked those dishes. However, she ordered samboosa and said that filling was very bland, which is not normal for Ethiopian food. My only concern was the lintels, they were cooked rather hard and had more of a tooth to them than I prefer. The flavor of the lintels was very good, I would prefer that they were cooked longer. I will definitely be going back! read more

Ethiopian food is one of the most underrated cuisines out there, and Bahel does it right. Came by with a friend the other day and we ordered the sambusa appetizers, kitfo, dereq tibs, lamb tibs, shiro, and doro wot. Sambusa (4/5): These are kind of like Indian samosas but with a lentil filling. The shell is very light and crispy without being too greasy. The lentil filling is pretty light and the spicy dipping sauce has a nice kick. Solid starter. Kitfo (5/5): I recommend taking a leap of faith and order these raw as traditionally served. It is essentially an Ethiopian beef tartar marinaded in a fragrant spiced butter sauce served with some collard greens and a soft white cheese (similar to feta to me but not as salty). The meat is always super tender and it beats out the beef tartare I've had at French restaurants. I order this at any Ethiopian place I eat at. Dereq tibs (5/5): This dish came out sizzling like Mexican Fajitas do. The beef was charboiled and smoky with a nice crust surrounding each piece while remaining tender on the inside. It comes with perfectly grilled onions and peppers. I never had tibs taste this good and this I feel is an essential order as well, especially at Bahel. Lamb tibs (4/5): Great lamb favor with a nice marinade and tender as well. However, it was a bit on the milder side and didn't stand out as much as the kitfo and dereq tibs. Doro wot (4/5): I would describe this as Ethiopian Mole. It is a chicken stew/gravy with a slightly sweet taste to it and is also slightly spicy. Great comfort dish item to order on a cold day, but I wish they served it with 2 pieces of chicken and eggs rather than just 1 drumstick and egg (pretty much impossible to share if eating with more than 1 person). Shiro (4/5): This is like a fancy, silky refried bean (Swear I'm not intentionally trying to make comparisons to Mexican food here but for anyone who hasn't had much Ethiopian food, these comparisons are accurate!). This split pea stew has a slightly thinner consistency than refried beans and is a nice changeup from the meat dishes. Also a great dish to have during the winter time although if I could order again, I would probably go for the red beet dish instead for more texture. Injera here is as good as any and although pricier than Ethiopian food I have had in Houston, I feel it definitely has a step up in quality and is well worth it. Will definitely return here in the future. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

Nice casual eating area. Handwashing sink outside of bathroom which was very nice to clean hands before eating with them Ordered the veggie platter with ribeye tibs. The red lentils were very good. The only item that had spice to it. The rest were very mild. The yellow lentils were not cooked sufficiently. The greens were good but a bit on the colder side and would benefit from more spice. The salad is what killed it for me. Italian dressing on a salad in an Ethiopian restaurant?!!? Threw my tastebuds off and set the overall feeling of the meal. The tins were good but nothing to really make them standout. Too mild and too little of a serving for $15 on top of the veggie sampler. Finally the injera was just okay usually served warm, it was quite chilled and the flavor wasn't on point. Will it do in a pinch? Maybe. But I'm not inclined to try again. Recommendations if the rest of your group is dead set on going here, try to talk them into the other option a stone's throw away. If you're still unsuccessful do the following: 1. Ask for no dressing on salad if what you order comes with one. Lemon juice would've been 1000x better than Italian. 2. Order Dereq tins instead of the ribeye. And ask for it to be spicy (to whatever level you prefer), if you let them choose and you look like me they'll give you something with very little spice. 3. Order the rest of your meal to a specified spice level. Again the default I was served was too bland. 4. Ask for chili/spice on the side so you can dr it up. 5. Don't set your expectations too high and you won't be disappointed. 6. Treat the staff with kindness. They were cheerful and attentive despite the deficiencies I experienced with the fare. read more

See all

My first and LAST time ordering from here. I ordered takeout through an app service. I ordered the vegan special and when I opened the order, the collards had MEAT in them. Imagine my horror. I called the restaurant to talk to the owner about my order and he argued with me the whole time and said the vegan combo wasn't supposed to have meat. Exactly!! He kept arguing and seemed to insinuate I was lying so I sent him a picture (below) and claims he only saw the cabbage even though the greens and meat were front and center. He still argued with me and never offered a partial refund, thankfully the app refunded my money. The customer service is zero. The food was salty and greasy as well!! Do yourself a favor and go across the street to Desta who has much better service and food! read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Vegan plate...that had meat in the collards! A fail - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

This is authentic as it comes! I'm so glad an Ethiopian friend of mine suggested this place (he even deemed it as the most authentic Ethiopian food in Georgia) because I have never looked back since. The seasonings are off the charts and they are generous with the spice! read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

Ethiopian food is some of the best food I've had. Everything is made to order, so allow enough time for your food to be cooked fresh. The service was great. We started with the Lentil Sambusa. They were filled with lentils, some mashed, some held their shape. Overall, it was an amazing texture. Next we ordered the Special Kitfo, and the Vegetarian Combo. The minced ground beef in the special kitfo can be ordered raw - well. We ordered medium raw, but it was pretty raw. It was a new experience to eat beef that way, but we both enjoyed it. Every item on the vegetarian combo was a ten out of ten. It's impossible to pick a favorite. And where have the cheeses been all of my life?!? This was a great experience, and I'm excited to go back and explore more of the menu. read more

See all

Great service and delicious food! Server provided details to help us decide on our order and she was spot on.

Best Ethiopian I've had in Atlanta This small restaurant sits across the street from its top competitor Desta, on Briarcliff Road near the Clairmont Road intersection. There are several Ethiopian eateries and hookah lounges located in this small strip next to the pizza place, so you have to look for the metal chairs and sign to find it. Once you arrive you won't be disappointed. We came here seeking a Desta alternative and were surprised to find how incredibly flavored this food is. We were so wowed that the waitress brought the Chef Owner out to meet us. The owner described how her mother came from Ethiopia to teach the restaurant staff her recipes and how she travels every three years to bring them spices and to "check in" on the cooking. I had the veggie plate; caramelized candy like carrots, buttered garlic greens, a European style oil and vinegar green salad, smoky split peas, and lightly spiced red lentils. Others in my party preferred the salmon here over Desta. HOW THEY DIFFER FROM DESTA Flavor! If I had to describe it best- Desta seems to cook for the masses. The owner here cooks like it's her home kitchen. Deep flavors, light in oil, and lots of different seasoning. Be Patient, the dishes don't come out super fast, but it's well worth the wait. I came during lunch hour but I did see the signs up for 4pm wine and beer happy hour. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Veggie Plate - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I hate to write a bad review, but this wasn't very tasty. I ordered the chicken tibs which lacked flavor and didn't even look appealing, as you can see in the photo. I'm giving it 2 stars rather than 1 because it came with a good amount of injera which was pretty good. I ordered this, so I did not interact with the staff and service seems to be an issue here as well based on the other reviews. I did not read into the reviews until it was too late. Their health inspection score also is not great, which I also looked at when it was too late. I decided to try some other Ethiopian restaurants, but none have been as good as Desta across the street! read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Chicken tibs - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

"Better an egg this year than a chicken next year." Ethiopian Proverb "Better to walk across the street to Bahel then wait 45 minutes to be seated at Desta" Lou's Proverb Having waited many times for a table at Desta, it's fair to say I'm a fan of the restaurant. There comes a moment though, when one begins to question oneself about the wisdom of waiting in a parking lot to give someone else your money. This was my moment. From said parking lot, a sign for Bahel Ethiopian restaurant could be seen. Curiosity and a stated twenty minute wait to kill prompted me to walk across the street. Walking in, i was greeted with a smile, not a request for a cell phone number to text me when a table is ready. After taking a seat the menu was quickly brought out. Thirty minutes later I found myself loosening my belt after a fantastic veggie combo with way too much injera bread (that was quickly refilled (as opposed to neighboring restaurant). While not as cool to be seen in, The food was delicious.and as good as it gets in the Atlanta Ethiopian scene. Forty minutes later and after paying the bill and walking out satisfied, I got a text message. "Your table is ready" If you're in the area do the Bahel test instead of waiting in line. Bahel is now my first pick when on that corner of Briarcliff. read more

Such a unique experience Incredible food and even with the slower service (there was a large party in the back) we had a great time read more

I love this little place. I've only been twice and both times were during. I dined there today and had the whole place to myself. My waitress was very attentive (probably partly due to me being the only one in there), but hey, it was awesome service nonetheless. They have lunch specials which I took advantage of - I ordered the veggie platter for $7.99. I also ordered some lentil Sambusas as an appetizer. They were a little cold when I got to the middle, but I didn't feel the need to complain because my food came out very soon after. Side note - there is another Ethiopian place, Feedel located right next door(along with Desta across the street), that I also hope to try one day. read more

Bahel Ethiopian Restaurant - Sambusa - Ethiopian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

See all

This restaurant has completely bad service. From the owner to the food, it is completely unsatisfactory due to its inability to meet legal standards. If anyone ever goes here, just call DHHS, there is something that is not going on correct. Upscaling and upselling for purposes of shitty food. read more