Kokeb Bite Bbq - Étlap

Located a short walk from Howard University, this restaurant is situated across the street from basketball courts inside a neighborhood park. The Sambusa, a flaky and flavorful appetizer with a hint of jalapeño heat, was served warm with a cool center and no accompanying sauce. I was interested in ordering four items on injera bread, but unfortunately, that option was only available for vegans and I wanted lamb tibbs. Despite the high price tag, the meal turned out to be absolutely delicious, with amazing flavors and possibly the best Ethiopian dining experience I've had. The lamb in Awaze sauce was exceptional, and the atkilt wat and timins salad complemented it perfectly. The only downside...

My best friend and I decided to try this restaurant because it catered to both vegetarians and meat lovers. The temperature inside was quite warm, but it was cold outside so it wasn't too bad. Despite it being a Monday night and the restaurant being quite empty, we had a great time. Ethiopian music played in the background, and the service was satisfactory. It was impressive that they remembered our order without writing it down. I ordered the Kokeb Doro Wat and while I was a bit disappointed with the portion size (one boiled egg and one chicken leg), the taste was excellent - spicy and delicious overall. Even though I would have liked a larger serving, it was just the right size to leave me...

I have a love for Ethiopian cuisine, and one of my favorite dishes to judge a restaurant by is the gomen. I recently visited this restaurant on my way to a hair appointment and was pleased to find it empty with a friendly owner. He shared with me his plans to expand the restaurant's hours and menu, including bringing in chefs from Jamaica and Mexico. The food, close proximity to Howard University, and reasonable prices make it a must-visit for students. The yellow dal, gomen, and injera I ordered arrived quickly and were delicious. The injera was freshly made and generous in size. While the atmosphere may not be ideal for a date, the restaurant does have a liquor license and a small stage. I...