The decor is so nice! It's lively and cool with art on the walls but still very much a vibe with the bar area. Super friendly employees and everything looked clean and well-kept. I was so excited to try the food. The Chick'n sandwich (lion's mane mushroom) was a 10/10. Honestly, the best sandwich I've ever had in my life. I ordered through Seamless and picked it up since I was in the area, and I'm so glad I did. The sauce was incredibly flavorful with a little spicy, tangy, and creamy balance. The bun was soft, the mushroom was full of flavor, and everything just worked together perfectly. I was actually speechless after the first bite. It was satisfying without feeling heavy, but still substantial. The pickle added the perfect bite and brightness. I got the side salad instead of fries. It looked fresh and was a great size (I haven't tried it yet), but honestly the sandwich is the star. I'm definitely coming back soon to try it with the fries. read more

Ras Plant Based - Chick'n Sandwich - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Tasty vegan brunch with nice service. The vibe is great! It was clean in all of the space and there was plenty of room to move around. My fiancé and his friend visited during a Sunday brunch right at 11am when they opened. We were the first ones in. Seated quickly wherever we wanted, we were given all the time we needed to order. My fiancé got a beer and his friend got the Ethiopian coffee. It was a tasty espresso served with oat milk and sugar on the side. The BEC was recommended by the waiter and it was delicious! The egg was fluffy, the cheese was great, there was plenty of sauce, the toast was perfect. I wish for more potatoes! The scramble was good. The injera is an interesting flavor! It was great as a stir fry. It's a little sour and chewy by itself. The cucumber salad was fresh and great. I'm not a vegan myself, but it's a delicious option for vegans and non-vegans alike. read more

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1000000/10 such a good restaurant! The interior is cozy and fun. The bathrooms are clean. The staff were so fun and friendly. The food is delicious. The Mac and cheese was my favorite but the sambusas were also great. I don't think you can have a bad meal here. Prices are also reasonable. The noise level in the restaurant was fine and the tables are not squished together. Loved my meal here and this place definitely stands out in the plant based restaurant scene in NY. read more

Ras Plant Based - Only got this blurry photo bc I was so eager to eat all of it - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

All planted based Ethiopian food. It was so delicious and filling but not heavy. The drinks hit 5-7 is happy hour. The waitress was very pleasant The restaurant was beautifully designed gorgeous atmosphere. Can wait to come again!! read more

Ras Plant Based - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

As a vegetarian, Ras has been on my list for a long time -- and it did not disappoint! I went with a vegan friend and we loved everything we got. Everything was so flavorful and the portion sizes were great, we left so full! We also got a slice of cake that they had special for their anniversary, which I thought was such a sweet touch :) lovely experience overall! read more

Ras Plant Based - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We had dinner here last night. Richard Ann's I spent 7 hours today at the Brooklyn museum which is close by. Then... exhausted we found this plant based restaurant. It is a small intimate setting. We had to sit at the bar because we did not have a reservation. We ordered some drinks (happy hour) ands started with appetizers. Ethiopian food is already primarily vegetarian, but we had a kifto patty made with soy protein that was yummy!!! Then we ordered the avocado (like guacamole) served with crisp injera. I haven't tried injera fried crisp before. It was very crunchy--loud--- but what a great chip it made. read more

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My daughter and I eat Ethiopian food regularly, but were curious about this place and their vegan spin! We tried the mushroom tibs, ras tibs, and kitfo. The teff injera was very good and all the dishes were tasty as well as quite filling. The kitfo was the best though so different than what I expected (how do you do beef tartare without meat? They found a way!) The server was also friendly and the place felt comfortable -- so we will definitely come back. I think we'll try a few other things when we do: grand Mercato -- which looks like a combo of miser wat, gommen, shiro wat, key sir alicha, etc. read more

Ras Plant Based - Mushrooms Tibs and Ras Tibs - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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SERVICE - located in crown heights near the Franklin ave metro stop - very small interior with limited seating at tables and some space at the bar - we did not make a reservation on a Friday evening and waited about 45 min for bar seating for a party of three - the decor is intimate yet colorful with lots of candles and wooden accents - service was very friendly and welcoming - ambiance good for a semi casual meal - food takes a while to be served MENU - Ethiopian fusion selection of shareable plates - all vegan/vegetarian - average price FOOD - injera nachos (10/10): crispy injera chips coated in a creamy berbere sauce with black beans, soy crumble, pico de gallo, and a dollop of avocado. This was a great starter to share between 2-4 people. The portion is generous enough so that it feels substantial. It was a fun that fused Ethiopian flavors and ingredients into a modern dish. I really enjoyed the spicy berbere sauce and the texture of the soy crumbles. Highly recommend getting this. - kitfo (8/10): soy protein crumble with spiced oil and jalapeño. This felt like the same soy crumbles that were used on the nachos. Although I liked it, I think it was tastier when paired with the other ingredients of that dish. There was also the option to get the special kitfo that comes with greens and avocado which might be worth trying next time. - grand mercato (9/10): the platter that lets you try a little bit of everything. If you do not know what to order, get this. It lets you sample eight different menu items each with a unique flavor and texture palette. The portion is very generous and easily served two people. Highlights were the beetroot and the ground chickpeas. - coconut leche (6/10): raw coconut and cashew layered cake sweetened with dates and agave. I loved how all the desserts were nut and fruit based. This one was supposed to mimic a tres leches cake which felt a bit out of place at an Ethiopian restaurant. It was too sweet for my palette as the cashews, coconut, date, and agave are all quite sweet naturally. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! The ambiance was very nice and the food was tasty. I would make a reservation to not wait as long. read more

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Ambiance: loved the decor, but it was VERY loud, unpleasantly so. We also had a reservation but still had to wait 15 min. Food: good. The fried injera chips were different and good. The guacamole was my favorite, which seems odd for an Ethiopian place. Out of the two platters, things seemed a little on the less spiced side- I like when Ethiopian food has a lot more flavor. The lentil dishes were best. Service: solid. Attentive and helpful. read more

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SO good!! The rice bowl was kind of spicy but the mixture of everything was so yummy! I did food pick up but it was pretty fast and service was nice! It seems to be pretty busy most of the time and was super chic inside with bar seating and other small tables and more seating in the back. read more

Ras Plant Based - rice bowl - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ate here on my own and fucking bodied the platter by myself. I got the mercato platter and there was such a variety of flavor and texture--spicy, bitter, hearty, gritty, soupy--that there should be something for everyone when sharing with others. I'll definitely come back to try the other menu items. read more

Ras Plant Based - Mercato - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A small, cozy spot--perfect for a relaxed meal after our stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge. We stopped in for a slightly late Sunday lunch and had a good experience. The service was quick, the food flavorful, and the portion sizes were decent. We tried two drinks, and my pick--Fig Fig Bang Bang--was both tasty and unique. For food, we ordered the breakfast scramble and the Kazanchis bowl, a lentil bowl with veggies and roasted beets. The hot sauce was tasty but the fries were just okay. Definitely worth checking out! I believe they have two locations--we visited the one in Brooklyn. read more

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Ive been ordering delivery at Ras Plant based. It's packaged nicely and so f-ing good. I love Ethiopian food especially injera with shiro gomen and yater akik. It's so flavorful. It's one of my favorite late night snacks haha. I would like to one day go in person and check out the restaurant. Flavorful food. Definitely check them out. read more

Ras Plant Based - Mercato - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great experience ! Went to the Brooklyn Botanical Garden and found this Ethiopian vegan/ vegetarian restaurant not far away. The interior is so beautiful, bold, artistic and inviting. Staff are so friendly, kind and into the food they are serving. Service was excellent! Food was delicious and beautifully presented. They have gluten free alternatives as well. Even the bathrooms are nice!! lol. read more

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Honestly I was blown away with how good the food was! Every bite was a different burst of flavor. I got the Shashamane bowl that the server recommended, and from the first bite I couldn't believe how much flavor was packed into one bite. With all of the different dishes included and the turmeric rice as a base, every bite was a new adventure. Truly gets a 10/10. No decimals. I could not recreate those dishes to that level of quality even if I tried. read more

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Ordered takeout from Ras Plant Based for lunch and tried the Kazanchis bowl, while my girlfriend went with the Langano bowl. Both were absolutely delicious! Super hearty, packed with flavor, and very filling. I'm a huge fan of their spice blends and seasoning. everything tasted so vibrant and layered. Honestly, meals like this almost make me want to go vegan... almost. read more

Incredible flavors and great sharing portions. Came with 2 friends and the 2 dishes we got were plentiful and abundant. The service was nice -- we didn't have a resy but managed to do walk in right before prime dinner time. Very kind service without pushing too many dishes upon us. Very casual neighborhood spot and best part was that it was all so reasonably priced! read more

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I order from Ras at least twice a month. My favorite thing to order is the Mercato platter which comes with a variety of Ethiopian delicacies like gomen, missir, shiro, etc. I've only ordered delivery so I can't speak to the vibe of the restaurant but the flavor is on point. It's here where I discovered how tasty shiro was. I look forward to it every-time I order from here. That said, I wish they weren't so stingy with the injera bread in the to-go orders but hey, it's not going to stop me from ordering. PS: Get a side of injera chips to use as a vessel to dip in and out of the variety of lentil stews. Crunchy, oily, and delicious. read more

Ras Plant Based - Shiro - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This was so delicious and my absolute dream as a vegetarian. I went with a few friends and they don't put your name in until everyone from your party is there, so once they arrived we still had to wait some at the bar. The bar is cute but not great for groups larger than two because it's loud and hard to hear. Once we were seated though the vibes got so much better. The ambiance is very cute and cool and moody. We all ordered a couple platters + plates and some of their special gluten free injera and then shared everything, which was so great for trying different stuff. I liked every single thing I tried. So good! Hope to come back soon! read more

I came here not knowing what to expect but the place is so cute and well decorated inside. I enjoyed the lighting in the back and it didn't feel overcrowded when I went. The server was a kind man and he suggested the bowl ($18) I got and it was pretty good. I would come back to try other dishes. The coconut leche dessert ($12) was a 10/10, very flavorful. The Ethiopian spiced fries had a ton of flavor and it was really good, I wish I knew what seasoning they used! To drink, I had the sorrel chai iced tea ($8) and it was okay, not as tasty as I'd want. read more

Ras Plant Based - Langano Bowl and Ethiopian Spiced Fries - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A post-run win! I made it to the Brooklyn location and it's smaller but still just as tasty! I love the service and kindness. loved that they opened the doors for sunlight and air. The platter is so bomb and the BEST with injera as opposed to rice. The injera was delicious and I can't say enough about how I appreciate having leftovers. The bathroom smelled nice and was clean for midday. Highly recommend Go, enjoy!!! read more

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I've only had take out but you can't go wrong with the menu. If you are in the mood for vegetables but tired of a salad this is a great meal with portion sizes so that you have more for later. If only I could figure out how to reheat that Injera, the starch (wrap) that you eat with the veggies. It's hard to get it back to the original state the next day. It's still some of the best vegetarian food you will find. read more

Met a friend her for brunch on Saturday and we were able to nab a table for 4 right away. It was my first time here and the waiter was able to recommend a few dishes that were his favorite and I ultimately took the suggestions. Sidebar: He was also super nice/helpful and rocked some cool azz earrings! I ordered one of the bowls and it low keyed tasted like I was having a home cooked meal with no meat! It was all the things and my tummy definitely was happy. I will definitely be back, GO HERE! read more

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Wow! My son lives in Brooklyn and he took us here for dinner. His girlfriend is vegan, and this is one of their favorite spots. I have to say I was a little skeptical at first, but I was very pleasantly surprised. The food was amazing. Very flavorful and delicious. The dishes were elevated to cuisine. The service was impeccable and the vibe was very hip. One of the highlights of our weeklong trip to NYC. read more

Ras Plant Based - Ras plant based - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Headed straight here after a long flight and early rise. So excited to try the food. Everything was so good. If I lived near, I would frequent this spot. The ambience is chill and friendly. The art on the walls is inviting and beautiful. The service was great. There is no reason not to go here and enjoy a meal. The prices were incredibly reasonable. A must visit. read more

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This was my first time going to an Ethiopian restaurant. While visiting my son in NYC, we finally tried this. I must say I loved the flavor, presentation and concept of sharing. Be ready to use your hands to eat, and don't let this discourage you from trying it, it's worth it. You must try this! read more

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The service, the food, oh my! EVERYTHING was delish! I couldn't stop commenting the entire time (I'm sure my non-vegan friend was annoyed lol) The ambience is cute and casual - great place to hang and enjoy great food! I wish there was a Ras Plant Based food near me! read more

My friend and I went to RAS at 11:30am on a Saturday. We made reservations, but they were not necessary for that time slot. However, if you do eat around more of the lunch rush, you may want to make a reservation. The interior is vibrant with beautiful murals adorning the walls and copious ceiling plants for greenery. It's great vibes all around! We ordered both platters to sample as many different dishes as we could. Each platter was $22, and I could not pick one over the other because they were both delicious! The only miss for both of us was the Key Sir with the beetroot. I wasn't the biggest fan of the beet flavor, but that's a preference issue, not a fault of the restaurant. Every curry was flavored well, the injera was delicious, and it an overall amazing tasting experience! Service was also welcoming and fantastic. Our waters never went empty, and our server did multiple checkbacks. I would highly recommend checking out RAS Plant Based for food packed with flavor! read more

Ras Plant Based - $22/each: L: Mercato Platter; R: Piassa Platter - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is amazing. I love their bowl options. I do have to warn you the sauces are a little spicy, so if you can't tolerate spice you might want to let them know to not drizzle on their hot sauce. I've only had takeouts every time I've visited this place, but I've been meaning to dine in since the ambiance does seem nice. Perfect place to take your vegetarian/vegan friends! read more

Second time here and still really good! Last time we got the platters and we liked some stuff but not everything on them so this time we ordered individual entrees and apps. We got the azifa lentil dip: it taste like a mixture of a deconstructed flagellation and hummus. It has texture to it and spice, I really enjoyed it! Especially with the fried injera, yummm We also got the Dulet and Ras Kitfo: both were delicious!!! The one with the mushrooms was my favorite. It's minced mushroom with onions and peppers. It tastes like ground meat sort of but you can still taste mushrooms and it's delicious. The seitan one was good as well! read more

Ras Plant Based - Azifa Lentil Dip - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Ras was one of our go-to delivery and take-out places during the pandemic, and we love dining in as well. We often bring out-of-town guests and it's always a hit! The food is all delicious. Our favorite is the Kitfo--so good! And the service is top notch. read more

Easily some of the best Ethiopian food I've had a minute -- the vibes in here are so cool and it was bustling on a weekend evening. I recommend making a reservation, since it's a pretty small place. I don't usually explore this part of Brooklyn, but we stopped by for a pre-show meal since this was close to King's Theater. The waiters were really helpful in recommending how much food to get, and we really ordered the perfect amount. I am obsessed with literally every single thing we got -- the Sambusa was super unique and the Misir Wot was delicious! Highly recommend the platter and Mushroom Tibs, it's a great way to try a little bit of everything. Even my non-vegetarian friends left the meal super satisfied and they usually don't love vegan spots. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Love the vibe and energy of Ras. The staff's kindness reflects the ethos of a vegan restaurant. The murals on the red brick are amazing, marking this place as undeniably Brooklyn. Ethiopian food is inherently communal, breaking bread and eating with your hands over shared platters. The Mercato or Piassa provide a variety of options; the former comes with red lentil stew, my fav Ethiopian dish. Ras shines brightest on its entrees though. The Dulet, diced royal trumpet 'shrooms with onion and jalapeno, in particular, is so freakin' delicious. Also, check out the curated cocktails and mocktails and if you still have room, the raw and kosher desserts. Totally worth it. There's so much on the menu (with GF and kosher options) to explore and it's a delight. read more

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Ras Plant Based is a Black-Owned Establishment created by Partners / Sweethearts Milka & Romeo Regalli that serves Ethiopian / Vegan Cuisine. Ras Plant Based is located on Franklin Ave in Brooklyn, is close to other eateries and hang-out spots, and is within walking distance from Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Botanical Gardens & the Brooklyn Public Central Library. I have had the pleasure of visiting Ras Plant Based multiple times w/ my daughter as well as w/ friends, and the food is always delicious. Ras Plant Based is chic and has a down-to-earth atmosphere. Decor consists of gorgrous /vibrant/ colorful wall murals and beautiful lighting arrangements. There is a booth-type area where the dj has played Oldies But Goodies, R + B, Reggae, Afrobeats, Hip-Hop, etc. Good music is consistently playing whether the dj is there or not, and it has me swaying in my seat as I am rockin' to the beat - lol. Ras has lunch, brunch & dinner. Small Bites, Entrees, and their signature Piassa & Mercato Platters (one can order wither injera or brown rice w/ their platter) are on their dinner menu. The Sambusa (can order with mixed veggie and / or with lentil) on the Small Bites Menu taste great. The Mercato Platter is one that I have ordered often, and it includes the following: 1.) Yatakilt - Cabbage, carrot, onion, bell peppers. 2.) Gomen - Braised collards, sauteed onions. 3.) Missir - Slow-simmerred red lentil stew,berbere sauce 4.).Shiro - Creamy ground chickpeas, spice blend & 5.) Fasiola - String beans' carrots & carmelized onions. I usually have brown rice w/ my platter. The food is amazingly delicious! Beverages - Ethiopian Coffee, teas, cocktails, mocktails, sodas, etc are on the menu. The Sea Breezy Cocktail - (Plantation rum, Giffard pineapple, guava, ginger & lime) is my absolute favorite cocktail at this establishment. Although bartenders at Ras have made it and they taste good, Co-Owner / Co-Founder Milka makes the BEST well-prepared cocktails! Refreshing & Absolutely Fantastic! Website - rasplantbased.com Instagram - @rasplantbased Hours of Operation - Mon. - Thurs. - 12pm - 10pm Fri. - 12pm - 11pm Sat. - 11am - 11pm Sun. - 11am - 10pm Brunch - Sat. & Sun. - 11am - 4pm Lunch - Daily from 12 pm - 6 pm Dinner - Until Closing One can go to their website to purchase giftcards, to book Ras Plant Based for private events, as well as for Catering Services & to sign up for their Rewards Program. We will be returning sooner rather than later to try their lunch and brunch! read more

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Ambiance is very relaxed and cute. It is not a big place. Small tables. Busy the night when we were there. Service is good. We ran late to our reservation and they let us sit in anyway. Food: first few bites were surprisingly good. Every bite was very flavorful. But it kinda loses its charm on me after a few bites, probably it's not my type of food. I think it's a good place to try some nice Ethiopian food. read more

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Loved loved loved everything! I got the Mercato and lentil Sambusa and everything was bursting with flavor! I ordered through a delivery app and the mercato came with injera and the sambusa came with a yummy sauce! Can't wait to come back. And they are on inKind! read more

Ordered: Crown Heights Queen (~$8): watermelon, ginger beer, mint, agave Piassa Platter (~$21): Ksir, Difin Missir, Yater Kik, Alicha Shiro, Zucchini served with injera Mercato Platter (~$21): Missir, Fasolia, Shrio, Yatakilt, Gomen served with injera Aya's take: First time trying Ethiopian cuisine! I've always wanted to try Ethiopian food, and finally got to chance to here at Ras Plant Based. We started with the Crown Heights Queen which was light & refreshing. Both platters were vibrant, well-crafted, and pay homage to traditional Ethiopian dishes. The injera has a unique texture and slightly sour taste which I actually liked. It went well with all the dishes, particularly the ones simmered in various spices. Even if you're not an adventurous eater, I would suggest getting the injera (over rice) as it complements the flavor profiles of each dish well. All 10 dishes across both platters were mild, savory, and complex. They each offered a unique experience in every bite. Great try and I loved the colorful ambiance! read more

Ras Plant Based - Crown Heights Queen (~$8) - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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There are plenty of great things to say about this place, but find it might be helpful to say from jump that the wildly high reviews may set folks up for disappointment. It's pretty good, but the hundred of 5 star reviews might actually do the restaurant a disservice with expectations. Perhaps it's a type of effect of it being vegan, where ratings are higher based on the lack of veg options elsewhere. Just want people to have normal expectations so they don't feel 'let down'. Anyways, it's all subjective. Food was classic Ethiopian, similar in quality and flavor to other spots. Some items hit or miss but overall food was good. Everything being vegan makes selecting from the menu simple and great. Liked the fresh juice options. Portions were on the smaller side but value is probably fair for being vegan. Great service brings it up to a 4. read more

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Delicious vegan Ethiopian food. I tried the combination platter as usual. The injera was very fresh. The food was very filling but had a lot of oil. It is very satisfying but I wish they offered low oil / low fat options. read more

Ras Plant Based - Delicious injera - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Delicious. Good portions and quick delivery. Ordering again. Recommend it to everyone read more

Ras Plant Based - Mercato Mama's Tofu - Ethiopian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York