Went to Habesha for the first time. The food and service were excellent! Mikel took care of us…read moreprovided us with great recommendations, and had great music playing-- making my first experience of Ethiopian food really delightful. We started with the Sambusa lentils and I ordered the beef awaze tibs which were delicious. The injera was spongy and plentiful (we ordered extra and were grateful for it). The lemonade iced tea was delicious and refreshing. I savored every sip. We ended the night with baklava which was perfectly crisp, warm, and delicious. I can't wait to come back and I hope Mikel is the server who greets us again! Great vibes/ambiance. Fantastic food.

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.

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!

Amazing Ethiopian food here, I've been twice & it's a great place to go with a group as you can try…read moremultiple dishes. Traditional style, so all the dishes are served on top of Ethiopian bread, and you eat with your hands.

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).

There is no business on the location. There is no phone number to call and verify. Wasted time…read moregoing there

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.

Best coffee in the Town. I tried their veggie combo too. A lot of flavors and nothing too powerful…read moreto the other dish. Perfectly balanced! I love them they are very locally supportive too.

Fantastic authentic Ethiopian food in theGhostline kitchen array of restaurants of the future…read more Really excellent injera. There are a few picnic tables outside but not a lot of seating. Great vegetarian options.

From the owner: Traditional Ethiopian dishes prepared with a variety of vegetables, beef and chicken stew served…read morewith Injera and Rice.

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!

This was our first time eating here. The food was delicious and healthily prepared! The restaurant…read moreis beautiful and the ambience was very nice. It has sufficient space for large groups. The music and decor is consistent with what makes an African restaurant warmly unique. The service was excellent: he was very welcoming and attentive. We will definitely be back.