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| - Lots of great reviews for a reason. There is an undeserved 1-star on here because of lack of 'authenticity' and the fact that they gave the user a fork. Well, guess what--I've been given forks at sushi restaurants that were fantastic. Some people don't know how to eat Ethiopian and that's fine.
One thing you should definitely do is read the blurb on the front of the menu. Not only is it really interesting (the restaurant is actually named after an ancient church that was excavated) but it gives you helpful background on what you're about to get in to.
Like other users note, injera (en-jee-rah) is weird. Looks like a sponge, feels like rubber, tastes like a sour sock. So, you get why Ethiopians eat it smothered in stuffs. Luckily, the stuffs are hella tasty, and vegetarian/vegan friendly. I'd recommend the spicy stuff (No. 9 was my favorite) but anything cold can get kind of odd. Lots of lentils are served here, and you can even buy the Lalibela brand at Whole Foods.
What else can I say, the service was awesome, the food was unique and reasonably priced. If it's between you and one other person I'd probably only get three entrees, they are pretty big despite what the server will probably say. I didn't give five stars because I've only been once. Try it out soon.
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