Amazing flavor. The spicy beef and lamb are must haves. The chickpeas and lentils were my favorites…read morevegetables. Everything is so good. The service is wonderful too and there's a family atmosphere.

I'm not sure where to begin--this place was absolutely fantastic! I came here with a friend, and…read moreeven though we had to wait about 30 minutes for a table (they were super busy), it was totally worth it. We shared everything and tried both the Meat and Vegetarian combinations. Each vegetarian combo came with three veggie dishes. For the meats, we got Ye Siga Alicha Wot (stewed beef with sauce) and Doro Wot (chicken legs with berbere). Personally, I preferred the beef--it was very flavorful and tender. For the veggie choices, we had: Fasolia: Sautéed string beans and carrots Shiro Wot: Chickpea sauce Yemisir Wot: Red lentil stew--one of my favorites Ater Kik Alicha: Cooked split peas, very tasty Yatakilt Alicha: Cabbage, carrots, and potatoes Key Sir: Red beets, carrots, and potatoes--another favorite The portions were really generous, and everything came with injera, their spongy sourdough flatbread made from teff flour. The bread was a nice balance and paired perfectly with all the food. The service was great--friendly and attentive without rushing us out, so you can relax and hang out after your meal. It was also really fun to eat with my hands, which added to the authentic experience. The food tasted so good and genuine. Bonus points: the restaurant is close to public transport, and they accept both cash and card. Overall, I give this place a 10/10. Highly recommended!

This is my first time trying Ethiopian food, and boy was an amazing. The service was impeccable,…read moreand the ambience was very welcoming. I tried the Ethiopian coffee and it was super strong and delicious. I had the spicy rice and the vegan platter. All these dishes were so delicious and hit every spot!! I definitely will come back and I can't wait to explore other items on the menu

SERVICE - located in greenpoint about 10 minutes walk from…read morethe subway station - spacious yet small interior with seating for small or larger groups - no reservation required - coffee set up in one corner adds an element of cultural decor - server was quick to take our order yet took a while to bring us the check after we finished eating - food served relatively quickly - ambiance good for a semi casual meal MENU - Ethiopian mains and brunch specials - all vegan/vegetarian - average price FOOD - vegetable combo (9/10): I got the combo that lets you choose five dishes and is served with injera. I chose the misir wor (red lentils), shiro (ground chickpeas), gomen (collard greens), tofu tibs, and cabbage carrot dish. The mixture was a good blend of heartier lentils with fresher greens. Each dish had a unique flavor even though they use similar spices. My favorites were the shiro and the tofu tibs. The gomen felt undercooked and could have used more flavor. The portion felt adequate for one person. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes. I liked the flavors and the casual ambiance

Solid Ethiopian spot!! Can get a little loud when it's really busy…read more - Meat sampler w/ siga tibs + special tibs and shiro wat + ater kik alicha: 8/10, the injera was so soft and yummy!! Loved the special tibs and the sauce, but the siga tibs was just okay. Both veggies dishes were so yummy!! Would def get those again

Incredible Ethiopian cuisine in the East Village. It's a below street level step to get through the…read morefront door. Once through the door, you're greeted with a smile and a table to sit at. The service at Awash is amazing. They're there to do their job, helpful with menu questions and speedy with any orders. Awash is a low lit restaurant with comfortable seating perfect for hearty conversations. The food is great. The flavors are there. The portions are pretty good for what you pay. Don't shy away from trying new items on the menu, you won't regret it.

Super friendly and helpful people. If you have an Amharic question, you can probably get it…read moreanswered here. There are a lot of choices in the menu, mostly meat, though we had a great beet dish in addition. The food is nice and filling... and the beets a nice non-meat alternative for the vegetarian in your family. This is the restaurant to take your friends who've never eaten without forks, knives or chopsticks. Injera, the sour Ethiopian bread is used as a scoop for all the other dishes. Those friends will love the novelty as well as the service and the food.

My friend and I got a late weekday night meal here. This spot has a cozy vibe without feeling…read morestuffy. We ordered off an iPad. The one person working in the front of the restaurant was gentle and attentive. We ultimately opted for the two samplers - veggie and meat - and we couldn't have been more pleased. Everything was excellent, and we easily got extra injera. I'd definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area and looking for something special.

First time at Awash as we'd been meaning to try some Ethiopian food for a while. We walked in for…read moreSunday lunch and the place was not that busy. Place felt a bit warm with the air conditioning not that effective, and rather loud music. Good music, but loud. Interiors looked pretty dated, but that didn't bother us. Yoseuf was single handedly managing the place, so service took a slight hit, but he was friendly and welcoming enough. We got the Chicken Sampler for two, which was priced at $50, which gives you the option to chose two types of Chicken (from 2 options!) and is accompanied with some lentils, and a nice cabbage, and beets vegetable. Injera was pretty good, and went well with the food. We polished our family style plate after it arrived within 20 mins of ordering. Overall, food met our expectations and it wasn't too spicy at all. A 3% convenience fee is added when using a credit card. Will certainly visit again when we are in a mood for some Ethiopian food!

Food was fine, but not hot. Especially the Injera. It was a relatively quiet evening with not many…read morecustomers and still the wait was significant. The flavor was good, but I would probably look elsewhere when I want Ethiopian food.

I've been a customer since they opened in 1988. I hadn't been back since the 90s…read more Well they've expanded but the food is even better than I remembered. This was the first experience for my bestie having Ethiopian food. My son is a long time love of it. The service was excellent but it took an hour on a Saturday night for food to come as they caught up with the take out orders and a fresh seating. Just the same, they were apologetic and it was well worth the wait. The samosas were perfect and the vegetarian dishes and beef & lamb (according to my son and bestie) were fantastic and again, better than when they first opened - as one might expect. Very fresh, very fun, great Columbia atmosphere and proving you CAN go home again! Highly Recommended (and be prepared for a wait on busy nights!)

this was my first time getting ethiopian food, and it didn't disappoint! we went on a weeknight,…read moreand it was pretty easy to get seating. all the food is pretty easy to eat, and the flavors all seemed quite familiar considering that it was a cuisine that i had never tried before. i ordered the vegan sampler platter, and all the elements were great - reminiscent of food from the american south or some indian cuisines. overall really great and flavorful! the bread is really unique and cool, kind of like a sourdough pancake pita thing. service i will say is a bit spotty, some members of our dining party had their orders forgotten, and everything took a long time.

Came here with a few friends to try out vegan food and this food was very tasty! All of our dishes…read morefelt substantial had great seasoning and great flavor. I felt healthy also after leaving this restaurant :) I think my favorite bite was the bolo bowl. I will definitely be back with more friends. The waiter was super nice and fast service . Also this place has a hescher which was nice

This is a great vegan Ethiopian spot…read more Ambiance: I really liked the decor here. It feels very Brooklyn. The seating arrangement is comfortable. You can bring a big or small group and it makes for an enjoyable experience. You could also have date night here as they have some really nice corner tables that feel intimate. Food: the food felt very authentic and seemed to match the flavor palate of Ethiopian food. Some of the food can be on the spicy side but I love spicy food so I really enjoyed it. The portions are good sized and as much as you want to order everything on the menu it's just not possible unless you have a bit group. My favorite dish was the nachos. I loved the spongy fried chips with all the nachos ingredients. The chips are also thick so they can hold more. The tangy flavor went really well with the nacho cheese and beans. The bowls are also really amazing. All the seasonings were on point. Price: we got big portions so I feel the prices of the dishes were reasonable. Service: they were all very friendly and helped answer our questions if we were unfamiliar with something. Food came out quickly and on time.

Going out for a late lunch and decided on trying Lalibela, a near by Ethiopian restaurant. So happy…read moreI did! It was a delicious meal. I had the Goman Besiga, a beef and collard green dish, peas and seasoned string beans all served on wonderful spongy Ethiopian Injera bread. It was so flavorful and filling, I had enough to take home for another meal! It's a beautiful room and the staff was friendly. Would highly recommend Lalibela!

Came in on a Friday afternoon and it wasn't too busy. The space is bright and comfortable. We…read moreordered a Veggie Combo and a Meat Combo platter (both full sized), with a side of Beef Sambusas. The combo platters (both meat and veggie) were okay to me, but i felt like the portions could've been bigger (given Ethiopian food is very filling with less, but still). My friend and his mother who grew up in Ethiopia said they didn't enjoy the food as much. I feel like the Veggie Combo platter could've been more seasoned/flavorful. The Beef Sambusas were not good, please skip this -- they were very, very dry. I think there are other Ethiopian places that are better in the area, truthfully.

One of the best meals I've ever had in NYC and I've had A LOT. Incredible. Get the grand Mercado…read moreand the glazed tofu

Black Injera is a rare addition to any Ethiopian Restaurant…read more This one seems to have it as a regular meal n their menu!!! Always satisfied with this menu! If you love Vegan and gluten-free food, Do not hesitate. A great spot on Franklin Ave. In Crown Heights! Great ambience for a group or flying solo. Ethiopian service is in a class of its own. And it is reflected here.

I loved the dinner I had here with friends. It was my first time having Ethiopian food and ordering…read morea couple platters (meat and veggie with injera) made it really accessible and a great way to try a bunch of delicious small dishes. They have a sink right in the restaurant, not just in the bathroom, for washing hands which was super convenient. The prices are reasonable. I came in hungry and tired and left feeling so nourished and happy. Now I want to go back and bring more friends!

Casual, flavorful, and affordable Ethiopian cuisine! If you're looking for ambiance - this isn't…read morethe place, but if you're looking for authentic and delicious food, this is your spot. They have a great variety of Ethiopian classics, and I love how they have a vegetarian combo so you can truly taste it all. Each item in the combo was delicious, and their injera is perfectly fluffy and sour as it should be. There was only one waiter, who was possibly the owner - he was so kind and attentive to us as we took our time dining and chatting.