Tibs: Spicy sautéed meat, typically beef or lamb, mixed with onions, peppers, and Ethiopian spices, served hot.
Bars • Coffee • Ethiopian • Vegetarian
"I love this place. The owners have devised their space and dining experience to cultivate with literature, art, music, color and variety of dishes. There were always street parking (a different perk)! I like the colorful outdoor garden, but of course it is quite cool at this time of the year. Our favorite food is the Ethiopian vegetarian meal for two. The coffee was good. The deserts were original and unique. The diverse selection of foods and drinks would make this a favorable experience for a group of families or friends who have different tastes."
Ethiopian
Cafés • Coffee • African • Ethiopian
"I don't know if this still has the restaurant attached, but I have been to the restaurant twice (December 2012 and spring of 2013) and both times the food has been superb. My classmate who is Ethiopian recommended it as her favorite restaurant so the first time we went it was for my birthday. It was my husband's first time trying Ethiopian cuisine and we both loved it. The honey wine was also delicious. The second time I went was with several classmates and it was again the best food. Some of them had not had Ethiopian food before and everyone liked it. I would highly recommend this place above some of the more popular well-frequented locations. This is more of an authentic experience. And FYI, injera as a leftover is quite good with fried eggs, onions, and peppers the next morning!"
Full • Pasta • Dining • Bar/Lounge
"I took my wife to Mazza29 for her birthday since we enjoyed our last visit to this fine Ethiopian restaurant in Gainesville. We were quickly seated at a quiet corner table. In a few moments, our waiter indicated that the chef/owner had a proposition for us. The chef then came to us, introduced himself, and indicated that he wanted to prepare us a special 5 course meal with paired wines in honor of my wife's birthday. We obliged with little hesitation. We were then treated to a fantastic selection of chef inspired, well prepared courses including stuffed meatballs, Lamb lollies, monkfish with spicy polenta, chicken supreme, and a chocolate truffle that was quite possibly the best dessert I've had in 10 years! All credit to Emmanuel. He seemed to enjoy the evening as much as we did by getting off the normal menu and preparing a few spur of the moment dishes. The ambiance was very good and just what we were looking for quiet, secluded, and comfortable. We took a star away from Service due to our waiter not paying us much attention in keeping our wine and water glasses filled. That aside, the meal rather the experience, was delightful and was an incredible value. We strongly recommend trying Maza29. We will definitely be back with family and friends."
African • American
Salad • African • Seafood • Salads
"Great amazing food we had tibs and kitfo. The best in the DMV. Service is exceptional. Outside and inside seating. Only recommendation is to have cleaner bathrooms. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 3 Recommended dishes: TIBS, Kitfo Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free parking lot"
Burgers • Chicken • American • Desserts
Vegan • African • Ethiopian • Vegan Options
"I find eating here really soothing and filling. I go here a lot with friends or take groups of people here, and everyone always thanks me for introducing them into this restaurant. there are many different types of meal, but I love each of their dishes with yellow divided heaps. the atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, they are not too full or noisy in the rule."
Wine • Coffee • African • Ethiopian
"Tasty Ethiopian food... We enjoyed a couple of veggie sambusas and meat combo platter for two. Generous portions, reasonably priced, and friendly service. The chicken is always our favourite, the beef was nice and spicy, but found the lamb a little chewy, with plenty of Injera for eating everything with. The food takes a while (30+ mins) to come once ordered, but this is consistent with other Ethiopian restraunts and good food is worth the wait!"
Cafés • Pizza • Kitchen • Fast Food
"I stumbled upon this restaurant on a whim while in the area. I ordered a tuna wrap and fries, which were not only visually appealing but also very tasty. The service was top-notch, and the atmosphere was great. Overall, I would highly recommend this spot for a delicious and satisfying meal."
Vegan • African • Ethiopian • Delivery Services
"Been a million times... Always spectacular. I highly recommend the vegetarian sampler or lamb tibs."
Cafe • Bakery • Bagels • Bakeries
Cafe • Buffet • African • Ethiopian
"This place is so amazing! Your food is delicious and full of flavor. Everything tastes perfectly seasoned. I loved speaking to one of the owners who also happens to be vegan. She was even kind enough to offer us vegan cookies to try for free. Don't jump out on dessert when you come, the cakes and cookies here are amazing. Just ask which selections are vegan. Would highly recommend, this is a great locally run shop!"
African
Coffee • Cheese • African • Ethiopian
"My dad was quite curious about African cuisine last spring, so my adventure started in the small Eithiopie section of LA. My first time here was with my dad order different dishes for the extract, and I came back several times because I enjoy REALLY the way their food tastes. Here's what I had in Little Ethiopia: Pea and Lentil Samosas. Very delicious! I almost remember the Indian version because they were sharp. (see picture) Vegetarian ALICHA Spread Court. I could eat as a vegetarian every day and be happy as a shell. (see picture) Chicken with hard boiled eggs (Doro Wat), lamb (Sega Wat) and beef spreads out. So very spicy, but NOT hot delicious. (see pic) Beef tar dish called KITFO served with IAB (yogurt cheese). I'm not a Rindtar fan, so I tried the ingwerly. lol... it was good, but the more a reflection of my own personal bias that I would no longer order this and not the restaurant. I'd rather stick to the vegetarian courts. (see picture) The ambience feels and looks like a café in a 3rd world country, lol, but people are so nice and friendly. The service is a little slow, but its really nice change in speed from the rat race outside. I don't care how you know that the owners/servers do the best they can. The thing that distinguishes the DIESES restaurant from most others in this section is their real hospitality. I don't feel like a number here. They patiently answered all our questions and made us feel very comfortable trying a kitchen with which we were not yet familiar. My dad is a hard sale, so if you feel welcome and feel comfortable, you are a winner in my book. Else, I'd hear it for days! Ai-ya! If you eat here, be ready to forget about utensils and eat bread with your inerja with your fingers to shovel your food. I don't care about the Inerja bread alone, but together with her spreads is divine! The dishes on which the food is served are quite large and take up most of your tables so that the scooping with inerja bread is very practical. But the staff will bring you additional plates and utensils on your request. As an Ethiopian restaurant, it is strange that they do not wear an Ethiopian beer that is well used right next door in a sunglass shop with a type of 7-11. But Little Ethiopia was very cool and let me bring the beer in to enjoy her food. The prices are very reasonable for any dish, but because I like to try a variety of 2-3 dishes to bring a friend or two together is ideal. I can't eat it alone. Parking is quite easy on Sunday, as the restrictions/meters do not apply on Sunday. No parking or parking available, only street parking. They take reservations and are great when they work with big parties. They set up a special table section for a group I once hosted. In any case, give this place an attempt. You will be pleasantly surprised."