My favorite restaurant in all of Richmond, I love eating here whenever I'm in town. Although I am not a fan of injera (it's a personal/texture thing, so I just use a fork), the food is always delicious, with excellent vegetarian options, and the staff is always welcoming and friendly. The Ethiopian honey wine is a particularly decadent treat.
It was my first time having Ethiopian food and everything was delicious. I was afraid the shift dishes would be too spicy for they were perfect. The staff was very helpful. We enjoyed everyone about our
This was the first place I have had Ethiopian cuisine so I have no comparisons/expectations to note. It took a couple minutes to get greeted while only 2 other tables were occupied in the whole place. I was sat in the outdoor area (my choice). At first glance on the menu there were many vegetarian options available to order! I personally am not vegetarian but do have friends with that dietary restriction. I ordered the sambussas as an appetizer and was blown away with how fantastic they were. Never thought of enjoying lentils with a a crispy dough exterior! I had the chicken tibs for my entree with their in house beer special. It was a good pairing, the entree had a nice flavor though I preferred a bit more spice. You get a big portion of injera with your entree as well. Will definitely try again in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sambussas
Eden A
Great experience and incredible service. Best kitfo I've had in years!!! Thank you for a great meal!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jones Tyler
Arrived and ordered, ready to experience our first Ethiopian fare. Ordered and received drinks. 45 minutes later, while patrons who came in after us had been served already, we had neither been served nor spoken with. When I happened to ask, they actually had the gall to say that our food takes longer to make. The nail in the coffin was when they offered to immediately give us our food as we stood to leave.I would absolutely not eat here again. lol…I guesss I never ate here the first time.
SuzyQ2
We had not been before. A bit slow in getting started (not enough staff, for a busy place!) and the barkeep was showing the stress on her sleeve. Once settled in to our seats, our waitress was excellent; food great; and we'll be back again. LOTS of food and we grazed on leftovers for lunch the next day.
V Carpenter
I have eaten here several times and not once was I disappointed.Parking: There is a great need for parking here, however, it is totally out of the hands of the restaurant or the owners.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Injera, Misir Wot
Michael D. Weaver
Wonderful food. Thank you!I wish they would have 100% teff injera for gluten free folks. They said we would have to order 2 weeks ahead..... At least they have an option!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Platter, Shiro, Misir Wot
Rachel J Weaver
Delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Platter
Philip Ozorkiewicz
Better than any of the 4 places that I ate in little Ethiopia in LA. Food portions were massive and the spice level accurate and delicious. They host so many different events there that really create a community atmosphere.
Addis was fantastic. The food tasted great and there was a real family style feel to it. Just a heads up, you do eat the meal with your hands but they have forks and spoons, etc if you can't. But I strongly suggest eating the authentic way. I definitely want to come back again and again
Emiliya Shulgan
This was my first Ethiopian food experience and even considering I have nothing to compare it to, the food was phenomenal. Nothing to say but go try it for yourself! Tried the beef, lamb, and chicken tibs and also the vegetarian platter. All equally unique in flavor and deliciousLike others have mentioned, the bathrooms could use some remodeling and perhaps the rest of the restaurant as well
Our memories of Addis from years ago were better left alone. Our recent visit was a disappointment …At 6pm with many tables empty, the service was slow, they were out of glasses and used plastic cups, 2 of the 4 dishes were dirty with food remnants. The spiciest food was not spicy. And most frightening, there was a 4 inch hair in our meal!The atmosphere left a lot for improvement too. The bathroom was clean-ish but needs some paint and updating. Walls and doors were very dirty and scuffed. Outlet covers were hanging off. A piece of a plunger was laying on the ground.Sadly, Addis seems to have gone downhill and we do not plan to return.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
MalB 2014
The food was so awesome. The injera was perfect. The tebs were delicious. Great
My favorite restaurant in all of Richmond, I love eating here whenever I'm in town. Although I am not a fan of injera (it's a personal/texture thing, so I just use a fork), the food is always delicious, with excellent vegetarian options, and the staff is always welcoming and friendly. The Ethiopian honey wine is a particularly decadent treat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Platter, Sambussas, Meat Plate, Beef Derek TIBS, Chicken TIBS
It was my first time having Ethiopian food and everything was delicious. I was afraid the shift dishes would be too spicy for they were perfect. The staff was very helpful. We enjoyed everyone about our
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Injera, Meat Plate, Chicken TIBS
This was the first place I have had Ethiopian cuisine so I have no comparisons/expectations to note. It took a couple minutes to get greeted while only 2 other tables were occupied in the whole place. I was sat in the outdoor area (my choice). At first glance on the menu there were many vegetarian options available to order! I personally am not vegetarian but do have friends with that dietary restriction. I ordered the sambussas as an appetizer and was blown away with how fantastic they were. Never thought of enjoying lentils with a a crispy dough exterior! I had the chicken tibs for my entree with their in house beer special. It was a good pairing, the entree had a nice flavor though I preferred a bit more spice. You get a big portion of injera with your entree as well. Will definitely try again in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sambussas
Great experience and incredible service. Best kitfo I've had in years!!! Thank you for a great meal!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arrived and ordered, ready to experience our first Ethiopian fare. Ordered and received drinks. 45 minutes later, while patrons who came in after us had been served already, we had neither been served nor spoken with. When I happened to ask, they actually had the gall to say that our food takes longer to make. The nail in the coffin was when they offered to immediately give us our food as we stood to leave.I would absolutely not eat here again. lol…I guesss I never ate here the first time.
We had not been before. A bit slow in getting started (not enough staff, for a busy place!) and the barkeep was showing the stress on her sleeve. Once settled in to our seats, our waitress was excellent; food great; and we'll be back again. LOTS of food and we grazed on leftovers for lunch the next day.
I have eaten here several times and not once was I disappointed.Parking: There is a great need for parking here, however, it is totally out of the hands of the restaurant or the owners.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Injera, Misir Wot
Wonderful food. Thank you!I wish they would have 100% teff injera for gluten free folks. They said we would have to order 2 weeks ahead..... At least they have an option!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Platter, Shiro, Misir Wot
Delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Platter
Better than any of the 4 places that I ate in little Ethiopia in LA. Food portions were massive and the spice level accurate and delicious. They host so many different events there that really create a community atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yebeg Awaze TIBS, Sambussas, Chicken TIBS, Denech Alicha Wot, Yeabesha Gomen, Misir Wot, Beef Kitfo
Restaurantji Recommends
Addis was fantastic. The food tasted great and there was a real family style feel to it. Just a heads up, you do eat the meal with your hands but they have forks and spoons, etc if you can't. But I strongly suggest eating the authentic way. I definitely want to come back again and again
This was my first Ethiopian food experience and even considering I have nothing to compare it to, the food was phenomenal. Nothing to say but go try it for yourself! Tried the beef, lamb, and chicken tibs and also the vegetarian platter. All equally unique in flavor and deliciousLike others have mentioned, the bathrooms could use some remodeling and perhaps the rest of the restaurant as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Platter, Injera, Chicken TIBS
Our memories of Addis from years ago were better left alone. Our recent visit was a disappointment …At 6pm with many tables empty, the service was slow, they were out of glasses and used plastic cups, 2 of the 4 dishes were dirty with food remnants. The spiciest food was not spicy. And most frightening, there was a 4 inch hair in our meal!The atmosphere left a lot for improvement too. The bathroom was clean-ish but needs some paint and updating. Walls and doors were very dirty and scuffed. Outlet covers were hanging off. A piece of a plunger was laying on the ground.Sadly, Addis seems to have gone downhill and we do not plan to return.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
The food was so awesome. The injera was perfect. The tebs were delicious. Great
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Injera, Samosa, Kitfo Addis, Salad
Nice place to have Ethiopian food. Food is yummy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Vegetarian Platter, Sambussas, Misir Wot