Harambe Ethiopian is sooo good! We always share the Harambe Special & it's more than enough food. We usually get a side of rice to go along with it but they were out this time. Other than that, great experience like always!
mon k.
When in need of Ethiopian food in Columbia...this is the spot! The lady was super nice and helpful. The food was classical home cook meal! Vegan gluten free and carnivore alike will enjoy din8 g here.
mleleanor
Immaculately clean little place. Get the Ethiopian coffee! Avocado salad was essentially a guacamole. The red spicy lentils are excellent, as is the injera bread. We had the vegetarian sampler platter and that plus the appetizers was enough. Also, ask for the honey mead, as another reviewer noted-not on menu.
Justin A.
Amazing hole in the wall spot, wanted to try this place for a long time and I'm really happy I did. The portions are huge, we only finished half of what we ordered but the food was delicious. Definitely going back soon.
Eliza Morales Brown
Very very delicious food. I love that they have an entire vegan section and GLUTEN FREE ineja! I really enjoyed the tofu nibs and the vegan shirowat. Great combo and more than enough for 2-3 servings. And they have Mango juice! Yum!The only reason for the 4 stars is the quality of the takeout containers. Most of them leaked into the bag before they arrived. It was a bit messy.
Hannah Wray
Best food you will eat! The food is well prepared and flavored just right. Everything on the menu is good! The coffee is roasted in house and definitely some of the best you will ever have- full of flavor and not too bitter.
Jim B.
I ordered takeout. Food was ready when I arrived at the time they said it'd be ready. The food was good when I got home. I would like their injera to be moister, but it was still good.
Terra Chadwick
I loved it. Truly don't let the outside look of the building fool and or deter you. The food is delicious.I started with veggie samosas; - the dough was flaky but not dry. The seasoning was perfect, a tad spicy, on the mild sideTo drink: I ordered to start Mango juice. No sugar added.Main course: the Harambe Special - trust me, enough for 2 persons, served with injera bread. It was a large serving that included: non spicy and spicy beef, curry chicken, spicy lentils, cabbage and collards, chicken drumstick.Dessert: I had their Baklava. It comes out warm. Oh my word, paired with the Ethiopian coffee - perfection.I will definitely be back.
Tracy
Started dreaming of my return, as we drove away. The food is some of the best Ethiopian I've eaten...and I've eaten lots! My favorites are always the greens and the lentils, and these were superior. The atmosphere is typical - in a good way. Worth driving to Columbia, from Augusta!!
Claire H.
This is a hidden GEM! Fabulous and quick service, super clean dining room & bathrooms, and amazing food. My first time trying Ethiopian food and I was blown away! My boyfriend and I shared the Harambe platter. We both have big appetites and it was more than enough food for us both. We also tried the Ethiopian tea which was great! We didn't love the honey wine but are glad we tried it. 10/10 experience! Will definitely be back for a casual, laid back meal with exciting flavors.
The Harambe Special is by far my favorite dish. It’s enough for two maybe three people depending on how much yours looking to eat. The environment is super relaxing. It’s by far my families favorite restaurant in Columbia.
Barry Wallace
I don't live here but this is my new favorite restaurant. The food is incredibly unique and delicious. This should be one of the busiest restaurants in town but it was almost deserted the evening we went. Please try it. I can't wait to bring my wife here on our next trip.
Elliott McCarthy
I cannot say enough amazing things about the food. Don't miss this incredible gem off the beaten path. If you're unfamiliar with Ethiopian food, or are a little scared of something different, just take the plunge. The server was super kind and told me about each dish. Don't miss it if you're passing through Columbia!
Elliott M.
I hadn't had Ethiopian in almost a decade, and this was incredible! By far the best meal I've had in a long time. The Miser Keywot (spicy lentils) were especially good. Don't miss this amazing spot off the beaten path.
Shy Rose
A humble little place with great service. We had the veggie platter and the beef tibs. The mango juice was amazing and I’m not really a mango fan but I wanted to give it a try. It was smooth with just the right amount of sweetness. The veggie combo was good although I was expecting more spices. The collard greens were my least favorite. The beef tibs were nice and tender per my partner, but required a little salt.
Harambe Ethiopian is sooo good! We always share the Harambe Special & it's more than enough food. We usually get a side of rice to go along with it but they were out this time. Other than that, great experience like always!
When in need of Ethiopian food in Columbia...this is the spot! The lady was super nice and helpful. The food was classical home cook meal! Vegan gluten free and carnivore alike will enjoy din8 g here.
Immaculately clean little place. Get the Ethiopian coffee! Avocado salad was essentially a guacamole. The red spicy lentils are excellent, as is the injera bread. We had the vegetarian sampler platter and that plus the appetizers was enough. Also, ask for the honey mead, as another reviewer noted-not on menu.
Amazing hole in the wall spot, wanted to try this place for a long time and I'm really happy I did. The portions are huge, we only finished half of what we ordered but the food was delicious. Definitely going back soon.
Very very delicious food. I love that they have an entire vegan section and GLUTEN FREE ineja! I really enjoyed the tofu nibs and the vegan shirowat. Great combo and more than enough for 2-3 servings. And they have Mango juice! Yum!The only reason for the 4 stars is the quality of the takeout containers. Most of them leaked into the bag before they arrived. It was a bit messy.
Best food you will eat! The food is well prepared and flavored just right. Everything on the menu is good! The coffee is roasted in house and definitely some of the best you will ever have- full of flavor and not too bitter.
I ordered takeout. Food was ready when I arrived at the time they said it'd be ready. The food was good when I got home. I would like their injera to be moister, but it was still good.
I loved it. Truly don't let the outside look of the building fool and or deter you. The food is delicious.I started with veggie samosas; - the dough was flaky but not dry. The seasoning was perfect, a tad spicy, on the mild sideTo drink: I ordered to start Mango juice. No sugar added.Main course: the Harambe Special - trust me, enough for 2 persons, served with injera bread. It was a large serving that included: non spicy and spicy beef, curry chicken, spicy lentils, cabbage and collards, chicken drumstick.Dessert: I had their Baklava. It comes out warm. Oh my word, paired with the Ethiopian coffee - perfection.I will definitely be back.
Started dreaming of my return, as we drove away. The food is some of the best Ethiopian I've eaten...and I've eaten lots! My favorites are always the greens and the lentils, and these were superior. The atmosphere is typical - in a good way. Worth driving to Columbia, from Augusta!!
This is a hidden GEM! Fabulous and quick service, super clean dining room & bathrooms, and amazing food. My first time trying Ethiopian food and I was blown away! My boyfriend and I shared the Harambe platter. We both have big appetites and it was more than enough food for us both. We also tried the Ethiopian tea which was great! We didn't love the honey wine but are glad we tried it. 10/10 experience! Will definitely be back for a casual, laid back meal with exciting flavors.
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The Harambe Special is by far my favorite dish. It’s enough for two maybe three people depending on how much yours looking to eat. The environment is super relaxing. It’s by far my families favorite restaurant in Columbia.
I don't live here but this is my new favorite restaurant. The food is incredibly unique and delicious. This should be one of the busiest restaurants in town but it was almost deserted the evening we went. Please try it. I can't wait to bring my wife here on our next trip.
I cannot say enough amazing things about the food. Don't miss this incredible gem off the beaten path. If you're unfamiliar with Ethiopian food, or are a little scared of something different, just take the plunge. The server was super kind and told me about each dish. Don't miss it if you're passing through Columbia!
I hadn't had Ethiopian in almost a decade, and this was incredible! By far the best meal I've had in a long time. The Miser Keywot (spicy lentils) were especially good. Don't miss this amazing spot off the beaten path.
A humble little place with great service. We had the veggie platter and the beef tibs. The mango juice was amazing and I’m not really a mango fan but I wanted to give it a try. It was smooth with just the right amount of sweetness. The veggie combo was good although I was expecting more spices. The collard greens were my least favorite. The beef tibs were nice and tender per my partner, but required a little salt.