Massawa in New York

High quality and incredibly flavorful food. I was particularly impressed with their vegetarian and vegan meals. The freshness of their food was outstanding. It s always a pleasure coming back to this place.

The meal and atmosphere were superb!! I will be back, often!! The smell inside is hypnotic and the food matches it precisely.

I love Massawa! Such a lovely vibe inside, cozy and upscale. My favorite dish was the Shiro. I will definitely be returning.

This was a lovely Ethiopian restaurant to go to for a birthday celebration.

The setting and atmosphere of the restaurant is great, the staff are friendly, and its a fun try.

Two things really set this place apart. First, the unusual flexibility - I love how I can build my own veg sampler via the menu of side dishes. Second, the incredible flavors, richer and deeper than from nearby peers (Awash and Lalibela are also high quality but Massawa has the most interesting flavors). Friendly staff and strong packaging for takeout. Vegetarian options: The broadest and most flexible vegetarian selection of any Ethiopian place I ve found in NYC (except vegan only places)

Food was delicious!

The place is nice, but we were quite disappointed with the service. We arrived around 3:00 PM, and there were plenty of tables available. I specifically asked if we could sit inside or outside, and the young lady who received us said we could choose. We decided to sit inside. Since we had just had lunch, we only wanted something to drink. The server didnt seem pleased but brought our drinks. She brought the check also, even before we were ready to leave. I had considered ordering additional items, but not after receiving the check so early. When I was about to pay, I mentioned that I felt like we were being rushed out. She then explained that indoor service is more for dining. It would have been really helpful to know that when we arrived.

Its been almost a year since we went to Massawa but Im still thinking about it. A lovely Ethiopian/Eritrean restaurant in the Upper West Side. Food was hearty and super delicious. However, what I loved the most was the atmosphere and the interior design - modern yet rustic, a bit bare, very cozy with a hint of honey warmth (just like the honey wine we tried there). Id love to return to Massawa one day.

Family business. A cozy place with delicious food and calm atmosphere. Sometimes with live music.

The food is wonderful, as is the service. The employees are from the country and they tell us incredible stories.

Excellent

Delicious African food.

Delicious! The veg platter is a MUST! Very affordable and filling. Will definitely be coming again.

Absolutely fantastic - the food was delicious, the drinks amazing - the ambiance and server was delightful truly 10/10

This Eritrean restaurant is named after the Eritrean port city Massawa having played a crucial role to the introduction of the richness of all spices used today in Eritrean cuisine. Without Eritrean port, the spices and cultural elements of today s Eritrea and Ethiopia would ve probably never existed to this extent it s important to let that sink in for a moment if you really care about Africa s history Additionally, another port city called Adulis also served as a gate to the spice and fabric heaven connecting merchants from across several continents due to its precious location. This city has been unfortunately totally wasted (literary term for ruining) by foreign authorities being intimidated by its undeniable power and history of this port city to East Africa and serving as a role model for other African countries as well. ALL the Axumite Kingdom s trades ranging again from spices, to fabrics as well as other crucial and trailblazing cultural exchanges in the continent of Africa that were begotten can all be credited to the Eritrean port cities! It is proven, and thus this information is being suppressed by intimidated foreign sources so it s crucial to pass on this knowledge to the outer world. Eritrea s location was thus a gate to cultural enrichment and stabilising prominence and popularity in a way as well. The language script Ge ez was also first found on Eritrean soil with its first evidence still existing! Eritrea alongside Ethiopia are the only countries in Africa to use their unique writing systems being unique and originating in Eritrea. Other evidences like obelisks or other engravings have been subject to several essays to destroy from foreign authorities but the very first trace of unique and ancient communicative civilisation can NOT be and will never be destroyed. The first mosque in the WHOLE Africa was built in MASSAWA (yes this city with so much history) called the mosque of companions. Eritreans accommodated the Prophet (SAW) during his religious exile, helped and endorsed him building a place of worship and connection for him. It is free to look up the dates so this is not disputable Not only does this clearly demonstrate the warmth and empathy of Eritrean people dating back THOUSANDS of years but it also demonstrates that Eritrea s atmosphere and society was from early on a safe welcoming point and refuge for foreigners. Eritrea founded a stable ground for Eritrean as well as Ethiopian society in terms of culture, FOOD and other religious/cultural influences from outside. Let s honour this undeniable and proven history of this country like this restaurant did! btw my favourite food is zebhi dorho

Excellent take on the Ethiopian/Eritrean cuisine Great for a special occasion Food

Great ambiance

very friendly service, amazingly delicious vegan food, authentic and affordable in a clean restaurant close to the Columbia Uni. thank you for your hospitality and carefully made delish food, Massawa. Dietary restrictions: vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free

longtime fan, excellent food.

What a magnificent restaurant! I love Ethiopian food. I tried once before and loved it, and I always wanted to try again. This place has wonderful Ethiopian food, smells great, and tastes yummy!Also, the survices should largely be highlighted. The staff there was so kind , courtesy, and professional! The food is one of the best I ve ever has for a while.

Food very good, we will be back, worth the wait.

Went for lunch during the week and this place was PACKED, which is a testament to how delicious the food is and how nice the staff is. We got two chicken sambusas, a vegan platter for 2, and the spicy lamb for 3 adults and it was perfect. Mango margarita was also delicious.

Excellent restaurant, great food, very historic and friendly owner. Went back after 20 years and glad to see theyre still around. Highly recommend this place, certified halal btw

Take out was great, fast delivery and not expensive, the 3 dish sampler is filling

Everything Is always on point

Top Ethiopian, Eritrean spot hands down (this is from a picky eater). Quality, spice, flavor, ambience.

We love Ethiopian cuisine and know the best in NYC is in Harlem. We brought our skeptical friend here to try this cuisine for the first time, and he loved it and enjoyed every dish. We ordered a vegan and meat combo for two off menu, extra injera, and two beers for 3 adults. At first, we thought the portions were too small, but by the time we finished and the injera expanded in our stomachs, we realized it was the perfect amount of food. You can dine indoors or outdoors. As it was a gorgeous day, I wish we dined outdoors. The interior is nice with a large bar. Typical design for most of these nyc Ethiopian restaurants. Our friend commented it was more spacious than Manhattan restaurants hes been to, but we find this typical of Harlem ones. It was his first time in this neighborhood. The food was quite good, but not the best weve had in Harlem. Priced a bit higher than expected. Great drink menu, but $48 for a bottle of honey wine seemed excessive. Staff was very friendly and pleasant, but as with most Ethiopian restaurants, it was a bit slow to respond to requests like for a menu or napkins despite few customers for late lunch around 3ish. Dietary restrictions: Many dishes are vegan

This is our go to spot after a long day out. Food is super flavorful, variety of options from meats to veg and always consistent.

I really love their coffee and Lentil Soup!

Weve been going to this restaurant for over 20 years and it keeps getting better, if thats even a possibility! The food is delicious, portions are perfect for sharing and the environment is perfect for couples and families. My husband and I started going there when we were dating and we now go with our two kids. We all love it! We done in and take out too! Highly recommend it!

Ambient environment with decent plates for sharing. Automated payment with limited human service

Every time I eat here the food is so, so good! Unbelievable.

Its a neighborhood restaurant I can walk to. The food is scrumptious. The portions are small but its a nice treat.

One of the best Ethiopian food I have had in the city!

My daughter is a student nearby and this place quickly became our go-to spot when I come in for a visit. The food is so good! We love to get the vegan sampler for two. Its huge and we love every bite. The staff is warm and friendly and even when its busy the food comes in a timely fashion. Highly recommend.

One of the best and most authentic East African/Ethiopian restaurants on Manhattan Island. Kind, welcoming, and attentive wait staff. A recent expansion has enabled installation of a small bar purveying imaginative, killer cocktails. For any occasion, order up a bottle of the great, imported Ethiopian honey wine. Way more subtle and flowered than meade and the perfect foil for all well-spiced dinner entrees. Great supplies of the soft, spongy bread (injera) typical of Ethiopian cuisine accompany all entrees. Superb and highly varied vegetarian and vegan options at all meal times. Great vegetable sampler platters perfect for sharing! Make this place one of your go-to destination feeds. (Can get super-busy and crowded evenings--always make a dinner reservation. Many walk-ins got turned away on our last Thursday and Saturday night visits.) Reserve and Go Already!

We have decided to quit going here because they stupidly change the amount of food you used to get. Just a joke portion of lentils and a small portion of meat is 28$ dollars. I mean are you serious? They also charge you for an extra side at 7$ Dinning here became extremely overpriced. Sorry but not coming here never again!

We used to come here at least once a month, loving the food and atmosphere. But this year they changed the menu to much smaller portions and they now only include 1 instead of 2 sides. Unfortunately, this changed it from an already expensive experience to a vastly overpriced one. The staff is friendly, but there is not really a service. You have to order yourself online, which has often lead to issues with the order due to an incomplete menu, and if you need the staffs assistance you wait forever. We dont really want to come back here anymore and are very sad about it.

Incredible Ethiopian food in a beautiful restaurant. If gluten free make sure to ask for the pure teff injera - soooo good. We had the vegan sampler, ful (fava beans) and spicy lentils, as well as spicy tea, coffee and rum cake. Everything was delicious and enough for 3 people. So many vegan options! Vegetarian options: Lots of vegan options Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options

I enjoyed the food - lots of taste and felt authentic. Service could be faster but not a big deal.

The waiting time is too long

Excellent food. Service very good, if slow sometimes.

Very good and they have vegan options

The food was excellent and the staff was very friendly. Wheelchair accessibility: There are no stairs ,there is plenty of room for dining. Food : 5/5 |

Delicious vegetarian combo and the 100% teff injera bread was excellent, the best Ive ever had!

Ate there in October, overall was okay. Cake was good.

Delicious vegan sampler place, a bit over priced though.

Excellent Ethiopian halal. Beautiful venue, courteous staff. Everything was quality and delicious. My son s first time having Ethiopian and loves it!

Absolutely excellent food and impeccable service.

Overall its an excellent food experience. Great ambience, food and wine selection. Subtle flavors, with unique/distinct combinations.

Was difficult as an Indian to taste but it was too subjective. It tasted exactly like an Indian food in a different look. Good service and reasonable price

Excellent Ethiopian restaurant with great food and staff. Vegetarian and meat options depending on your preference, and all well seasoned. If you go for the combos, there are lots of options for different dishes to try. Injera was light, fluffy, and warm. Each of the entrees are well portioned and fresh. Service is quick and the staff are very kind. They have an outdoor patio/porch seating for when the weather is nice. Nice selection of Ethiopian beers. Overall, this place is delightful!

Great atmosphere, friendly service, and incredible food. We had the shrimp tebsi and vegan sampler and were very pleased. The shiro, timtimo, and shrimp in particular were excellent, but everything else was great as well. Prices are a little steep but as expected for New York.

Food 5/5. Everything was flavorful and big portions. The space is nice and good for a date night or a bigger group. -1 star as some of the items on the paper menu were not on the digital ordering menu but our waitress was great and helped remedy.

Wonderful experience with Ethiopian food and coffee.

I can t wait to eat here. The sidewalk looks GREAT and the smell is so luring I will update my post with pictures when I get to eat there!!!! Stay tuned!!!!

The lunch special is so so tasty and a steal for the price. Massawa is my #1 takeout spot in Morningside Heights!

Very pleasant restaurant between Columbia and Harlem and warm welcome. We were served dishes full of flavors that reminded us of our stay in East Africa! I highly recommend!

Fantastic food. This is my first time enjoying ethiopian food and I have to say, it was worth the wait. I really enjoyed eating with my hands! The protein plate to share was amazing. Definitely coming back.

BEST ETHIOPIAN FOOD IN NYC!!! I have tried to find a better place in the city and this one is still my favorite. The food quality is beyond exceptional and the injera has an amazing flavor. Service is incredible as well! Highly recommend!! Recommended dishes

Tasty food, lovely spot, good vibe. Delicious ful and samosas that were really crisp and light with great sauces. My critique would be that it s a little oricey and service was very friendly but not sharp.

Great experience. The staff was lovely and the place was clean. My only issue was spacing but everything else was great.

Wonderful experience in every way! Food was fantastic, service was just as good. We told our server that we were new to Ethiopian cuisine, and she could not have been kinder or more helpful in helping us navigate a cuisine new to us. We had beef, lamb, and chicken with various vegetables. It was all so good, its hard to single out anything. It was all incredible. Great experience!

Completely over-priced and small portions. If you re from a city with abundant Ethiopian restaurants like I am (Seattle), you may be disappointed with the food. The cocktails were nice, though.

This place is fantastic, if you ve never had Ethiopian food, make this your first time. Every time someone visits me I take them here.

Very tasty food! Nice atmosphere!! Great lunch special prices !!! As across the board ! I was sitting outside eating, drinking my honey wine when a tiny fly went into my drink. The waitress quickly exchanged my drink with no questions asked. Superb customer service !! Will be back again and again

My favorite restaurant in New York. Get the lamb and the honey wine and sit outside. Bliss.

One of the best Ethiopian restaurants in the city, with live music playing every other Sunday.

We ordered the spicy lamb and the non-spicy chicken to share. The sides and the Injera bread tasted great, and the place had a happy hour. The lady who served us said that the restaurant had been around for 35 years, and I can see why. The place is popular for good reason, and an excellent place to visit and enjoy a good meal.

The food was tasty but there was an issue with our order and we wound up waiting over an hour for our food to come out. I ll come back because the food was good and hopefully the kitchen issue was just a fluke. I loved the chicken tebsi and wasn t a huge fan of the salmon.

Excellent vegan fare and very friendly staff, and the interior had a very open air feel to it I enjoyed.

very unique experience

little meat in the main course

Service was beyond slow. the servers also do not speak (eg - no thank you hello goodbye) just takes over a hour to get the food which is mediocre at best

Excellent and authentic Ethiopian food! Served on a large flat bread with small Flatbread to eat the food with. You may request a fork if the traditional way doesnt work for you. Vegetarian options: Plenty of vegan choices!

Lunch plate was a great price for a healthy portion of rice (or traditional bread), meat and two sides. The lamb was just right with a bit of spice that added a depth of flavor but was t overwhelming. I would definitely come back to try some of the other items, I was interested in the beef stew as well! Very cute decor and ambience, good for dates as well

Nice clean space, great staff, delicious food. Destination restaurant. Appreciate the text option. Recommended!

1st time having Ethiopian food and loved it!

Excellent food, great experience Wheelchair accessibility: Right from the street Food : 5/5 |

Great food..spices were just right and as Indians loved to finally get our spice senses tingling again eat with our fingers and share the great food.

We ve been here a few times and the food has been consistently good. For lunch we had the chicken in berbere sauce which was our favorite and the lamb alicha, which is a bit milder. The lunch menu prices are reasonable for the quantity and conveniently located right across the Columbia campus. For dinner this past weekend we had the lamb tsebhi which was a thick stew cooked in berbere sauce and had a nice spicy zing to it. The honey wine works well if you find it too spicy.

I was amazed by the service and hospitality of the staff

Great service. Great food. Great experience!

QR menu, which I personally struggle with. We ordered as a group on my friends phone, although the hostess was willing to take our order personally as they were not busy yet. The order got slightly confused and we got an appetizer (and charged for it). Food, drinks, and deserts were amazing. We feel amazing after. The rum cake is to die for. Vegetarian options: Theres a section on the menu for vegetarian foods. Dietary restrictions: I am sensitive to pepper/ pepper oil based spicy food and the server could tell me that the spiciness level was in fact made with a spice.

The servers are amazing, the host was Amazing, the food was Amazing, the dessert was amazing! Shout out to Abe and His family for running a business that serves Delicious food with great vibes!

We ordered all three entrees chicken, lamb, and beef: Tsebhi Beghe, Derho Hiwas, and Zegeni. Among all, beef is my favorite entree, because it is well-cooked and very flavourful. The lamb was a bit undercooked. Great ambiance, perfect for a dinner date.

Great Ethiopian food but I prefer the vegan options

Wonderful, well-spaced ambience with beautiful Ethiopian food. I was ambitious and had the Ethiopian iced coffee for dinner & did not regret it at all. We chose all of their sides, and had both the chicken and veggie sambusas as a starter. Heavily recommend either or a combination of the two. Wonderfully lit at night and excellent service near closing time.

Service and food were great. Very accommodating, especially to my 3 year old.

Love everything about this place. It is clean, organized, and the waitstaff are lovely. The food is definitely the best Ethiopian food in NYC. We got the lamb and beef meals and it was so delicious. Large portions too! Overall worth the price!

Craving Ethiopian cuisine or just curious what it looks like? Your spot: Massawa. I especially loved the Vegan sampler which has Injira (bread) along with 4 side dishes: potatoes, lentils, collard greens, and chickpea paste. Delicious! Go for the non-veg sampler if you are craving meat. You will like Ethiopian cuisine so much once you ve had food at Massawa, you are bound to come again.

The food was great, I had to taste Euthopian food in New Work and this was good!

I was blown away by the food at Massawa - I never knew lentils could have so much flavor and taste so good! I will definitely return next time Im in town.

The food is good. Update the app menu.

Lovely atmosphere and great food! The service was excellent as well. Both the hostess and my waitress were helpful and sweet. I highly recommend the African Rose (light on the ginger) as an alcoholic beverage. It was delicious!

Massawa used to be one of my favorite restaurants to go to with friends near campus; however, they recently reduced the amount of sides that come with an entree from 2 to 1. While this sounds like a minor inconvenience, it messes up the ratios of their meals and reduced the value of their lunches/dinners as you are now receiving smaller meal servings for the same price. When asked how much it would be to purchase the (once included) second side, I was told this would cost $7. With this change in effect, purchasing Ethiopian food at the food truck parked outside of the Columbia gates (which has similar quality food and 2 sides) is far more practical than going to Massawa, as one could get two meals at the food truck for the same price as 1 smaller meal of similar quality at Massawa. My friends and I have decided to quit going to Massawa since this change, and we sadly don t plant on going back anytime soon.

I love Ethiopian food and this spot does it great. It can be kind of a trek to get to this Morningside Heights spot if you dont live in the neighborhood, but this place is worth it. The best way to enjoy your meal here is with shared plates on top of injera bread, which is how Ethiopian food is best eaten. If youre a party of two, I would recommend getting the vegan sampler and pairing it with a meat dish. The tebsi beef is my favorite, but the other options are good too. Pair it with a Habesha Ethiopian beer and you wont be disappointed.

The injera bread is very unique, the shared plate means you can get combination & the meat is halal which makes it even better. The meat was tender, the vege options were creative and it is a wholesome meal & a great coffee spot, too. I can see how its a dynamic space; get coffee here, or get dinner here.

Absolutely amazing experience and vibe.

Best Ethiopian food we have had hands down. Wonderful family owns and runs this warm, neighborhood anchor restaurant. Very consistent and enjoyable.

Genuine Ethiopian food you will enjoy.

Perfect End To A Glorious Holiday Evening: Had dinner here for first time,last night(12-17-23) Had just attended the Candlelight Carol Festival at The Riverside Church along with a friend from Mumbai.He was thrilled when I told him I had made a dinner reservation at an Ethiopian restaurant.We are both vegetarian From the moment we entered we were treated so well.The hostess was most friendly and accommodating and took the time to explain the menu and make suggestions.Our waiter as well was equally gracious.The menu has plenty of vegetarian/vegan options The food was over the top and we are certain to return.I highly recommend

Excellent service and good experience. I am pleased with new remodeling.

Doro wat was tender and spicy enough, made with the ferenji palate in mind. Perfect injera but dont be shy to ask for more on the side. Great service even on a busy night. This is the one.

Wodase was absolutely incredible (she made us the most delicious ginger lemonade) and it is such a pleasant atmosphere. I m excited to try the shrimp which I ordered not too long ago but I have never had a bad experience here. Come check it out!

Tasty Ethiopian food with contactless dining experience. Better make sure your phone is charged so you can order and pay.

Great service. Great meal. I love the beef Injera and I really recommend it.

A little salty, and pricey, good atmosphere

After eating one of the best meals in recent memory, (delicious, authentic food, friendly and helpful service, pleasant renovated interior) and certainly the best Ethiopian of all time, I realized much later, and after the restaurant closed) that I had left my phone on our table. The staff at Massawa couldn t have been more helpful in safeguarding my phone and assuring me it would be able to be picked up the next day. I am writing this review from said phone. Thank you Massawa!

Excellent food training waiter did not know what to do but tried interesting menu something for everyone

The food was delicious! we had Silsi Derho, it was really good and Ethiopian coffee was on point. Sambousa was good as well. I would definitely return and recommend a visit to Massawa.

Delightful.

This place is a unique experience. I have a friend that recommended this place because they have been coming here for years pre-pandemic. Sadly, they felt the customer interaction was leaking post-pandemic. We think the food is great because they have vegan and non-vegan options. It was really tasty. However the customer interaction was missing from my experience. This place is all cashless and there is no receptionist to seat you. You just grab an empty table and start ordering using the QVC codes on the table. This is an Ethiopian restaurant where it is customary to use your hand to eat. This was my first time experiencing Ethiopian dining. It would have been nice for someone to explain the system and the dishes before we ordered. I like that customers have to use their own phones to pay. Overall this place is cool it is just leaking some customer interaction for a first time customer.

Amazing food!

Was raised eating this since I was a baby! I enjoy there zigany, bread and vegetables every chance we get to go there. We know the people who run it too and are like family as well, they are kind and funny people who do great service. Would recommend eating here when you get the chance and hope they never go out of business

Excellent! The mango sorbet added to the wonderful lunch.

Such a lovely place with tasty food! Has an outdoor protected from the wind area and quite large indoor space. We ordered a vegetarian sampler with lamb and salmon and it was way enough for two people. We could not finish the food but it was so good, especially spicy lamb! We also tried a rum cake which was just ok but then i do not have a sweet tooth so perhaps sweet lovers would appreciate it more. I have to say that the menu has many drinks options ranging from mimosas (for those who like festive brunches) to different teas and coffees. I highly recommend this great food stop and will be back myself for sure!

Delicious food, awesome service

Nice people and location - but this is food is made for the western palette. No flavor at all but oh well i suppose they cater to the students. Tibsi is the easiest thing to make but yikes taste like nothing same with Shiro - needs garlic and tomato think they must just mix it with water and call it a day. Its not spiced enough. Food was better last time i went in 2009.

Excellent discovery

The atmosphere is beautiful and the wait staff are very nice. The 3 stars are only for atmosphere and wait staff. I have never had Ethiopian food before and I went here because of the reviews, but the food had no flavor at all. I was prepared to have an explosion of delicious flavors and was extremely disappointed and actually very shocked. It was honestly the most bland food I ve eaten. The person that came with me had Ethiopian food before and told me she ll take me some place else for the real experience. I ordered the chicken and she had the lamb.

This place has good/standar Ethiopian food but the service takes away the thought of coming back . I ve been to this place 3-4 times making this my last one. If you have time maybe take your time to look for another place. Service is first in any place.

Food was great, Service was bad. One drink of two ordered came out right away, took 20 minutes or so for the second even after I went to the bar to inquire. We waited so long for a second round of drinks we cancelled them. I ordered meat platter for myself and a salmon dish for my boyfriend who doesnt eat red meat. 25 plus minutes after the meat platter arrived I asked about the salmon and was told it was on the meat platter which I did not appreciate.

WOW. The food here was INCREDIBLE. Next level. A little on the pricey side but worth it. Their ordering system seems chaotic, with online and in person ordering happening during dine in, but the food was worth it. A little wait because it was so busy and because of the aforementioned chaos, but still worth it. A totally unique dining experience, with food so good Im glad my apartment is only half a block away, Im going to fall into a happiness coma. The honey wine is also not to be missed. Leah the bartender apologized for the wait and was so kind she comped my 2nd glass of wine for the wait. Absolutely incredible service and the only competition was the food.

The service dragged this review down to a two. Waited 1 hr 15 mins for a drink. Finished meal and tried to cancel drink order. No one came. Food good.

This is my second time at the restaurant. They were a little understaffed this time but they did a phenomenal job. The food is flavorful but spicy so be ready. Great atmosphere, food, and workers. Will continue to come here

That lemon ice cream is incredible.

I ordered an appetizer, Salad with Salmon for $15. Personally, it was big enough to be my entire meal. The Salmon was cooked well, seasoned nicely. Vegetables were fresh. You order and pay for everything through your phone, even for dining in.

The food was tasty. Tye atmosphere is nice. The wine goes well with the food.

Ordered delivery! I thought the side dish portions left a bit to be desired, BUT the food was great! I don t think I know enough about Ethiopian to comment on the details, but I was a fan and definitely will order or visit again!

Yummy!

Took around 20min for our sodas to come Not the waitress fault, there needed to be more than one:):)

So good

Wanted to love this place after hearing good things. However we had a very disappointing experience. It took an hour for our appetizer to arrive. When I asked about this the server said there is normally at least a 45 min wait for food. That is not ok, especially since they don t even bring any kind of snack or bread for the table. Appetizer was delicious but not worth getting hangry for an hour. The entree came an hour and 15 min after ordering the people next to us who arrived after we did were already completely done with their meal. This is baffling since everything on the menu seems to be stews that just need serving. Such a shame.

You order on a phone app thing but there is still table service. Sometimes the food takes a while to come out and sometimes the sides aren t what you asked for. It s still a great place though and the food is great and the people working there are great. You don t always get what you ask for or on time, but just relax ok. Why are you in a rush. Just chill and it will come. Try it.

This place was nice inside but the food, which only started to arrive after an hour and 15 minutes, was not great. It was good, but for the price, youd hope it was great. Nice cocktails. The ordering system was obnoxious, there are no waitstaff, not really, just servers. The system worked well but I want a grub hub app experience at a sit down meal; give me a human. Also a homeless guy came in and begged at every single table, there is is almost no staff there no one saw him. Wed have shared our food with him, ideally getting staff to bag something up, but we were in the middle of the hour wait for it. Anyway, overall its fine. Dont need to go back. The places that are less fancy tend to be better food.

Delicious food! A bit pricey, though.

Mmm. Mmm. Homemade good!!! Seasoned with love, peace, and tasty soul... Vegetarian options: Even better. Vegan options on the menu. Further clarifying these are the vegetarian options. Something good for everyone! Food : 4/5 |

Really good Ethiopian food! The menu is a bit confusing, but one dish per person was plenty for dinner time. I don t think we actually finished all of our food. Each dish comes with sides, so it becomes loaded quickly. They also have an awesome happy hour with $6 cocktails. That alone makes me want to eat more Ethiopian

Brilliant authentic food with even better service. Would recommend every time

First time having Ethiopian food, and it was a great experience here. The staff was very knowledgeable to let a newbie like me what to try.

Great food, cocktails and atmosphere

Visited after Pari singing competition

Excellent service, the place is very nice, warm and pleasant. The food is delicious and quite affordable for New York prices. I love !

I have never been to any restaurant that is consistently so good every single time. It is a great restaurant with many options for vegetarian diet. The staff is very warm and welcoming (except the bartender in evenings).

I took family to a local Ethiopian restaurant Masawa on W. 121st St. for the first time in years. The owner was rude - speaking to every table but my table, the server was over whelmed. The owner helped other tables, mine was forgotten. Hostess tried but the service was poor, and food was bland. The music was a poor selection of top 40 hits; the bartender Mo was great. Moving forward, I will only go to the real Ethiopian restaurants whose culture and people are warm. To pay over $100, then treated less than deserving of a waitress check in; was poor customer service. I will not be going back - ever. Vegetarian options: Very few Vegetarian options or drinks. Dietary restrictions: Very few Vegetarian options or drinks.

So delicious.