I went to Taste of Ethiopia on a Friday and was honestly surprised it wasn't busy at all. I got…read moreseated right away, which was a great start. We started with the sambusas, one beef and one spinach, and both were really good. They came with this tomato sauce that tied everything together perfectly and added a nice extra flavor. For the main, we got the lamb tibbs and the doro wot, and both dishes were packed with flavor. The lamb was super tender, and the chicken in the doro wot was just as tender and flavorful. The sauce with the doro wot stood out, especially with the injera, which was fresh and really tasty. Overall, it was a great meal with amazing service, and I'd definitely come back.

Food - Family loved it and raved about it. I'm not always the biggest fan of lentils, so it was…read morejust decent for me. The coffee is so scrumptious. And, I loved the fried tempura cauliflower. Service - Miriam is so kind and so lovely!!! She was cracking my family & I up with her stories. She was definitely the highlight of our time there. Ambiance - very empty in the middle of the afternoon on a Friday! But very homey vibe inside! Also lots of cool art on the wall!

Went here for the first time and service was great, everyone working had an upbeat attitude and was…read moreexcited to serve us--Thank you Mikel! Reasonable prices for the portion, especially in Austin. The food itself was incredible, super flavorful, fresh, and filling. The restaurant itself looks a little off from outside, but has a great vibe inside and is very clean and open. Couldn't recommend more!

This was my first time to try Ethiopian food away from my 2 go-to Ethiopian places I normally…read moretravel. It was interesting tasting different takes on wots I was already accustomed to. I really enjoyed the Habesha takes! Best of of all was the service of Mikel. Attentive and wanting to make sure everything was great. I was there for lunch but looking forward to trying the dinner experience.

I've always wanted to try Ethiopian food, and I was finally able to try it at Aster's! Aster's is…read morein a small building off the highway and has enough parking. When I got there, it was completely empty. I was surprised that it wasn't packed more! Service was incredibly good. There was only one person working in the restaurant when we went but he answered all our questions. He even gave us some dessert for free when we finished our meal! I went during the lunch buffet, so I was able to try as much as I wanted. I didn't realize how vegetarian friendly Ethiopian food is! I liked everything, but I LOVED the spicy lentils. Especially with the injera? Oh my god YUM! Everything about this restaurant was a 10/10. More people should come visit this independent restaurant, there's food for everyone!

Great spot for Ethiopian food! I've been there 3 times already and have brought different friends…read moreto try it too. The last time I visited, the prices had gone up slightly, but still super affordable (around $15) especially for all the food you're able to get during their lunch buffet. In terms of location, it's located right off I-35 so pretty convenient. Decent amount of parking available. You can choose to sit indoors or outdoors but I would recommend sitting outdoors since there's more space. In terms of service, it's all self-serve so more of a choose your adventure setup. There's a bunch of different options (veggie, meat, etc.) you can fill your plate with! The mix of flavors/variety makes for a delicious, filling meal. I particularly enjoy their injera, doro wott (chicken), begg wott (lamb stew), and any of their lentil dishes. Sometimes there'll be dessert too (such as pound cake). Highly recommend if you're looking to try some Ethiopian food in Austin! It's a reliable spot, and the lunch buffet is an especially great deal.

I've been going to this restaurant for the last 10 years. My kids grew up eating this food…read more The vibe here is always casual and welcoming. The food always fresh, authentic and wonderfully tasty. I highly recommend the kitfu, the lamb tibs and the collard greens. Really you can't go wrong with anything in this place. I really do consider them the gold standard of Ethiopian food in this region.

Taste of Ethiopia is one of our favorite places to go to for Ethiopian food…read more We went there today for lunch with another family and ordered The Ultimate Combo, which is a feast of vegetarian dishes, Alicha Saga Wot (which is a mild beef stew) and Doro Wot (spicy chicken, also the national dish of Ethiopia) and everything tastes fabulous! All the food comes out at the same time, and served on the traditional injera bread (a sourdough flatbread) like a giant platter. There's an extra basket of rolled up injera bread that is served as well. You would tear off a little piece of the injera bread and scoop up a bite of a dish to eat. It's a communal affair, so it's best to come with family and friends so you can try many dishes together. We definitely left feeling really full and had leftovers to bring home. Also, side note. Because you are eating with your hands, you won't get utensils or plates so if you want them, be sure to ask your server. The decor of the place is warm and inviting. I love the look of the restaurant and have brought family and friends here numerous times. Parking is easy and service is attentive. They also have a kids' menu that serves your typical nuggets, cheeseburger and macaroni. We wanted our children to eat Ethiopian food so we opted out of ordering from the kids menu. They have two locations. Go check this authentic family-owned business out!

This food truck offers tasty Ethiopian food for a great price. Ordered the lamb and veggie dishes:…read moresubstantial serving for two people with leftovers to enjoy the next day. If you're in the area looking for a savory delicious meal--check out this place!! Can't wait to try other dishes from their menu. Angelita

I had the beef awaze tibs and then veggie combo plate. The awaze tibs were pretty decent (I'd give…read moreit a 7 out of 8). The sauce seemed more like grease/ oil than anything. The veggie plate was okay. The potatoes had a strange sour taste. The shiro wat was very delicious. I wasn't a big fan of the misir wat or the other lentil dish. Overall, the food was decent but not earth shattering. (I'm a big fan of Ethiopian food but overall haven't been too impressed by Austin's Ethiopian food scene).

Absolutely loved this spot. The food was really good, everything was reasonably priced, and the…read moreshop itself was very cool with lots of unique items and a great atmosphere. The woman at the front was incredibly helpful, kind, and sweet, which made the experience even better. The coffee was amazing as well. Such a welcoming place -- I'll definitely be back.

It's not much to behold, little more than a few tables in the back of a small grocery store, but…read morethe Ethiopian eats are one point. Of course, you need the veggie combo to try a little bit of everything, but my favorite dish was actually the yetsom firfir; injera mixed with a rich tomato, red bell pepper, and onion stew. I regret not getting a better photo of it; it's the lump covered by more injera in the back. Peep the spirals of teff flatbread sneaking out from underneath to get an idea of what to expect, but you should really try it for yourself. It's incredibly umami, highly seasoned without being spicy, and just everything I'm craving on a gloomy weather day.

So delicious. We had the vegetarian combo and there was an off menu butter chicken dish that day…read more Both dishes were delectable. My husband had to fight me off his butter chicken dish after I finished off the veg plate. Also got a pistachio cannoli that was very good. The service was also friendly. Can't wait to go back!

I've tried 2 different dishes here, and both were as good as the Ethiopian restaurants in Austin…read more Good-sized portions, real Injera. They have beef or lamb tibs with several vegetables and Doro Wat. The vegetables were really good, and meat portions were just right.

This was my first time trying Ethiopian food, and now I completely understand why this place has…read moresuch amazing reviews! The restaurant is a small, cozy spot tucked into a shopping center off Wurzbach and Vance Jackson, with plenty of parking. It has a very homey atmosphere, and everyone working there was incredibly welcoming. Our waitress was especially kind and took the time to explain the menu and help us choose dishes we would enjoy. They even gave us a card that showed us how to eat the food with the traditional bread, which was such a thoughtful touch. We ordered the meat and veggie combination along with the beef stew, and everything was absolutely delicious. If I had to pick a favorite, it would be the beef stew, but honestly, every bite was fantastic. The injera--the soft, spongy sourdough flatbread--paired perfectly with all of the dishes. While it has a slight tang on its own, it balances the rich, flavorful food beautifully. I already can't wait to go back! Between the amazing food, warm hospitality, and inviting atmosphere, this was an incredible first Ethiopian dining experience. I highly recommend giving this place a try, and I'll definitely be returning!

The atmosphere feels like they tried to make it feel like you are where the food comes from. It…read morefelt homely and the servers were so nice. I had the combo with meats and vegetables. I was a little disappointed that they didn't do substitutions with items, but overall very happy with the quality of the food.

Such a lovely as delicious treat to have my favorite soup ever... Groundnut soup, peanut soup,…read morepeanut butter soup, what ever you call it, at Trices, it's called DELICIOUS!!! I called in advance to eat in house, which I find to be common at most African restaurants, as the food takes a bit longer to prepare. I arrived, washed my hands and returned to my food PIPING HOT on the table! Now that's what I call good service! When I tell you the truth, I tell you no lie! Trices can have all my money! The soup was so good I wanted to lick the bowl! Smooth, creamy, nutty, spicy, rich, everything you want in a good groundnut! And the chicken was fried to perfection! The consistency was just right, not too soft, not too hard, didn't taste look like hen, but it might have been. Two glasses of red wine, and my full plate later and I felt as if I needed to nap! Love this place, will def return on my next trip to San Antonio! Also there was a family sitting behind me, I believe they were Nigerian because the husband was saying how Sweet Sweet his food was, and the wife and kids all raved as well! So it wasn't just me, everyone was happy oooo!

I placed a to-go order totaling almost $80 and drove 30 minutes to pick it up. When I arrived, I…read morewas told they were out of fufu and that I could either wait until they returned from the store or choose a different swallow. How did they have swallow 30 minutes ago when I ordered but when I arrive it is all gone! I ordered jollof rice, egusi, two orders of efo riro, and plantains, my entire order was without protein as my family does not eat meat but my total was still close to $80. After driving another 30 minutes home, I opened my food and was extremely disappointed. The jollof rice was literally burnt, with burnt rice stuck together. The egusi and efo riro portions were less than a quarter of the container. I'm being charged $20 for soup with no protein that is a 3 spoon fulls. I immediately called the restaurant to complain. I was asked to take pictures and send them to the store, which I did. I was then apologized to and told that they would replace my order. A few days later, I called to arrange the replacement, and initially they acted as though they had no idea what I was talking about. Then I was told they would only replace the jollof rice, which is completely different from what I was told when I originally complained. I was eventually transferred to the manager, who told me that replacing the food was too expensive and that they would only replace the jollof. This was especially frustrating because I was previously told that my entire order would be replaced. The manager also told me that they had reduced their food portions. If that is the case, customers should be informed before ordering, especially when they are being charged $20 for a container that is less than a quarter full with no protein. The efo riro was also not cooked properly. I have ordered from this restaurant 2-3 times a month, so I was a regular customer. Unfortunately, the way this situation was handled has completely changed my view of the restaurant. The food was disappointing, the portions were extremely small for the prices, and the customer service and follow-through were even more disappointing. I am also disputing the charges because what I was promised when I initially complained is not being honored. I was told my order would be replaced, but now the restaurant is refusing to honor what was promised and is only offering to replace the jollof. After being a repeat customer, this experience has left me extremely disappointed. I will not be returning. I then went back to check the menu and yes looks like I was completely over charged the prices show $10 for the soup while I was charged $20, Will also file a BBB Complaint