First time for Ethiopian food. Went on a friend's recommendation because they have a good variety of naturally gluten-free dishes. Did not disappoint! Ginger boost tea hit the spot. Cucumber water was very refreshing. We split the Mozzarella Martini appetizer. Beautiful presentation. Simple. Hubby doesn't need gluten free so he had the creamy chicken pasta. Huge portion. He cleaned the plate! I couldn't decide between the lamb or beef so the manager said I could have a little of both! Still can't decide which was better. Served on a big fresh piece of injera with hot sauce and different lentil mashes. I cleaned my plate, too. Overall, very flavorful and reasonably priced. Will definitely be back! read more

Went in for a quick dinner and had a great time. The Ethiopian coffee was really good! We ordered two! Good entree and the service was great. read more

My husband and I ate here for the first time today and it was fantastic! He got the Italian sub and I got the chicken sub. They sound basic but they both were very unique and delicious. I will definitely eat here again. On top of that, the owner was so welcoming and nice! read more

Every time I visit I am constantly surprised by the superb and friend staff! Everything abou this place is charming a must try and a wonderful addition to the lively and vibrant town of Manassas read more

Wow! My Ethiopian step father was in town and so we wanted to order good Ethiopian and took a chance in this place. Wow. The meat was so soft and tender. The food was aromatic and sooooo tasty. My step father went back with his newphew later in the week. Will be back again and again! read more

Had the 16 Bean Soup and Vera's Tibs. Both were very good. Service was excellent. The Ethiopian coffee was good but there really needed to be more for the price. read more

We had a great dinner at Vera's! There was no additional staff, so Ms. Vera (I assume that was her) prepared food and served all the customers. Nothing suffered! The food was fresh and tasty and the service was pleasant. Highly recommend. read more

This place very good food. Lentil soup is my favourite! They are very friendly. Five stars from me!

Amazingly fresh food and great service. Try the ginger boost tea! Lovely owners too in the heart of historic downtown Manassas.

The injera was dry and crispy in some places of the bread and unusually sour and I would dare to say stale. Maybe it was left out too long. The injera makes the meal for me so I was highly disappointed. Also, the amount of food was lesser than other Ethiopian restaurants. However, the restaurant is very elegant. The service was very professional. There's a 90% chance that I won't visit again only due to the injera mess up. read more

When I stumbled upon this quaint restaurant, I was pleasantly surprised. From the ambiance to the excellent cuisine, it was a joy to my senses, especially my tastebuds. The food not only tasted great, the presentation was also pleasing to the eye. I will returning again soon with my friends to share the amazing experience. Thank you, Vera! read more

Very friendly atmosphere. Good food served with friendly smiles and good ingredients. Locate your parking before you go on google maps for easier parking. read more

We stopped for lunch and ate outside. The owner is very personable. He made us a combo meal of all the different Ethiopian foods. Everything was great. The lamb was our favorite. The ginger iced tea was also exceptional. read more

I was super cold and windy outside but when we walked into Vera's Kitchen we were greeted with warm hearts, wonderful smells, and amazing food. The people at Vera's were so kind and helpful. The food warmed us from the inside out and we left feeling wonderful. Definitely worth taking a few minute detour to experience Vera's Kitchen. read more

Went to Vera's Kitchen for the first time on 02/17/2020 with my daughter. The food and service were exceptional. Everything from the tea to the entree's were very tasty and well prepared. The interior was nicely decorated and clean as well. We will definitely be going back in the near future. Well done! Keep up the great work :) read more

Absolutely delightful experience here. Beyaynetu was beyond scrumptious. Service was impeccable - loved the owners. Wish there was a Vera's Kitchen in every city where I travel! read more

I've been here many times, and have always had a good experience. An adequate sized place with nice decor. There is one television on, usually playing sports but on mute with closed captioning. There is instrumental music in the background on low. A family owned business that is very friendly with great service. I prefer the Ethiopian dishes but everything has been good. The ginger boost tea is wonderful. Water has cucumber flavor, nice. A great place for Manassas. Enjoy! read more

Loved it!!!! We've never had Ethiopian food before and now know what we were missing. The owner gave us menus and when we told him we hadn't eaten Ethiopian food before, he took our menus and said he would bring a little of everything. And he did. The lamb was tender and tasty as was the beef. It was all so good. We'll be back. read more

We started off our experience with cucumber mint and lemon flavored water and iced tea that had a chai flavor both of which were an enjoyable twist on the mundane. We ordered the Beyanatu and Vera's Tibs which were a complete hit with my 10 year old who isn't a fan of overly spicy food but enjoys flavorful food. This place definitely has something for all tastes. Definitely recommend coming here! read more

Very cute atmosphere and awesome authentic Ethiopian food! Had never tried it before and it was delicious and clearly homemade. The people were very sweet and helpful with order suggestions. Really cool place! read more

Visiting Manassas for the day and decided to visit and was very glad I did. Food and service was excellent! Got the ribs and it was amazing.

Excellent zizil tibs and vegetarian plate with injera. So glad to have Ethiopian restaurant in Manassas. Happy to hear they are expanding the menu with more Ethiopian dishes. And beer and wine to come. Let's try to keep this place in business!! read more

We had a great meal here tonight and were very warmly welcomed. We sampled quite a bit of the dishes. To begin, the cream of potato soup which was perfectly seasoned followed by mozzarella martini which is similar to caprese salad; fresh, light, and flavorful. I ordered Vera's Tibs, which were beef tips that were seared and served on a sizzling skillet with onions and tomatoes. At the owner's recommendation I had injera with it which is an Ethiopian flatbread made from an ancient grain that is gluten free. It was so good, almost like a crêpe but quite a bit more savory. The way to eat it is with your hands - rip off a piece and roll it up with meat and vegetables. Best thing I've had to eat in a while. For dessert - tiramisu and cheesecake to share. It was all made from scratch with careful detail and so delicious. I'm glad Vera's is here and am now going to add Ethiopian food to my list of favorites. Will be back. read more

Doesn't look like much when you walk past their door, but it is definitely worth the visit. The moment you walk in your are instantly transported to a elegant and cultural dining area. The owners are completely charming people. But that's not all. They have the magic touch when it comes to their cuisine. Literally. The way they spice there food is absolutely amazing. Not only is food good, they also have a wide variety.Never will you find a better family owned restaurant that is fast and delicious. I have only been here once, so that has to say something. I absolutely believe that this place has something special. From the nice people to scrumptious food, I believe this is the place to beat. If I could give this place 5 more stars, I would. (10/10). : ) read more

We had a wonderful date night last night and met a lovely couple who run this great little spot... we had vegan meal in beautiful surroundings with soft jazz in the back ground... we could not believe we were nearly only patrons...please support this business Manassas ... they have offerings for both American (sandwiches, pasta) and Ethiopian tastes (hummus with a twist and vegetarian combo - mushroom was my favorite on traditional bread) ... we tried the ginger tea and it was so special ... a must have! Patio will be in full swing soon! Loved the whole experience! Thank you For all your hard work !!!! read more

Came down here after a business meeting. Highly recommended. Food was amazing and so was the coffee!

Phenomenal! The owners were friendly and very helpful in expanding the menu and the eating style. Everything is home cooked (you can literally peak in the back of the kitchen and see them working) and the vibe reflects it! read more

Excellent food and customer service! Vera makes very flavorful dishes that are a treat for all who love Ethiopian food. There are also vegetarian meals that are great for light lunches. I enjoy Vera's Tibs and Beyaynetu; but frequently have Vera's Grilled Chicken Sub and Rainbow Wrap for lunch. Vera's cooking is amazing! read more

Great Ethiopian food done beautifully. Vera has fantastic personality too. I am definitely coming back!!!

Asked SIRI for the best restaurant in Manassas and it recommended Vera's Kitchen. I thought it was a southern cuisine and was pleasantly surprised that it was Ethiopian. The atmosphere was nice and the food was great. I have found that Ethiopian restaurants can be a tad expensive and this one was moderately so when it came to the Ethiopian dishes (selection was fairly limited also), but I could not have been happier with the quality. I look forward to returning and to an expanded menu. read more

We stopped in for lunch and it was amazing new tastes for us and delicious ! We had an appetizer and Beyaynetu with summer teas. Eddie & Vera make this space so special and relaxing. We will be back soon ! read more

I ordered the Vera's grilled chicken sub with french fries and a small smoothie. They both were very delicious.

Had amazing service while eating here with my wife today. Not only was the service excellent but the food was as well. A hospitable and unique family-owned establishment. Will definitely return! read more

Terrific staff - friendliest people you will meet. The grilled salmon entree had amazing flavor. The portion was a little small so it left just enough room for dessert, which was chocolate ice cream with chocolate sauce. I highly recommend Vera's Kitchen! read more

What a delicious surprise! We were seated at a beautiful hammered copper table. We didn't even open the menu. We just asked for an authentic Ethiopian meal. We were rewarded with a fantastic appetizer, a wonderful array of vegetarian choices (served on a bed of bread that made for a great finish to the meal), and moist cooked beef in a savory sauce that was very flavorful. We had hot spices on the side that the guys enjoyed, but I thought it had plenty of good flavor without the heat. One person in our party finished his meal with an Ethiopian pan roasted coffee which he said was smooth and some of the best coffee he's ever tasted. My one regret is that I didn't have room for Vera's Brownies. If you've never had Ethiopian fare, your missing out. Get yourself to Vera's Kitchen, where they'll take great care of you. read more

We had a wonderful Ethiopian platter on the traditional injera. It was a huge platter about 14 inches in diameter with perhaps 8 to 10 samplings of items. This item you have to ask for! It was not on the menu! One of us that knew Ethiopian food mentioned he was expecting to see this very thing but it seemed it was not offered. This needs to be listed on the menu! I am baffled as to why it is kept secret. read more

Wonderful food and great service at this family restaurant. We really enjoyed our lunch here. Tofu breakfast scramble was delicious and the fries were excellent! read more

This is very good Cafe! Food tastes delicious, great service, and a very calming environment! I would recommend the lentil soup.

Vera's kitchen is a hidden gem in Manassas. I've been at this restaurant twice and had a fantastic experience both times. The place is extremely clean, very reasonable, has a great spread for vegans, vegetarians and non. Everything is made organic & fresh from the scratch and absolutely delicious. Service is great and owners are extremely pleasant and genuinely attentive to individual needs. Definitely recommend and will be back!! read more

We were there a short time ago. My friend had chicken and I had a breakfast omelette both with a great salad. Both were extremely good and we will be back soon. Delicious food finally arrived in Manassas, VA with Vera's kitchen. So glad, that I found a restaurant, which I like very much. read more