ENATYE ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT, Herndon - Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number

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CUISINES

African, Ethiopian

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

FEATURES

Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service

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Rajat M

25 contributions

Awesome Ethiopian Food in Unassuming Environs

Dec 2019 • none

We live in Vienna VA and have been going in to DC for our Ethiopian food fix. Now that we have discovered Enatye in Herndon, there is no need to fight the traffic and parking in DC! The restaurant is in a little strip mall and does not look very inviting from the outside but the food the the service is top notch. The proprietor and his brother run the place and they are friendly and attentive. Being vegetarians, we pretty much always eat the veggie platter and it is excellent. The food arrives very quickly and there is not much in terms of beverages or appetizers so one could be in an out in less than an hour.

Written January 6, 2020

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theapp

Columbia225 contributions

Amazing flavors and assortment...

May 2022 • none

...of food that you can and should eat with your fingers. Yep, never had an experience like the amazing experience I had at this restaurant. I walked in on a whim and was immediately welcomed by the staff. The owner asked what I would like, to which I stated "first time, any advice." I kid you not, he closed my menu, asked if I liked meat or veggies or both and then walked away, assuring me he would get me something amazing and to my liking. He could not have been more right! The sample platter he brought out was a unique treat. Meat (lamb in my case) surrounded by an assortment of veggies and curries, all on a flat sour type bread (injera, I have come to learn) with a basket of more of this flat, sour like bread. I did not receive a single utensil, but watched others rip off a piece of this bread, pick up the meat and veggies, and eat. I went all in for the immersive experience and loved every second of it. The entire dish was demolished by the time I left, and I can honestly say I got my money's worth and enjoyed every morsel to boot. I will certainly be trying/eating Ethiopian food in the future.

Written May 3, 2022

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Tallinn20

Washington DC92 contributions

Super friendly staff and delicious food

Jan 2022 • family

My teen daughter wanted to try Ethiopian food. I had tried just a taste once when a coworker brought some to lunch. So we decided to try this restaurant. Parking was easy. Restaurant was clean, bright and colorful with nice ambiance. Waiter was very helpful. When he realized our limited experience with Ethiopian food he asked a few questions about our food preferences and then brought us an amazing dish with spicy beef and lamb and other side dishes. He explained how to eat it with the injera. We felt very welcomed and will definitely visit again!

Written January 16, 2022

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Michael G

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The worst customer service ever.

Apr 2022 • family

This is the worst Ethiopian restaurant I have been to., the worst customer service of ever. The two mail servers are impolite towards us, before we finish our food one of the server disrespectfully asks us to leave the table . Seriously, if you don’t understand the level of service your job entails or just don’t care, the food industry is not for you.

Written April 16, 2022

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Peachy Princess

Hedgesville139 contributions

Intoxicatingly Spiced

Sep 2020 • couples

We had the beef and lamb combo, medium spicy. Everything was delicious. The smells of the richly spiced dishes were intoxicating! The injera was perfect for scooping up the dishes. My favorite were the mild yellow one and the spicy lamb. The beef and lamb were equally succulent and tasty. The combo was more than enough for two. The leftovers were even better the next day, cold wrapped in the injera that had soaked up all the juices. The service was friendly and the price was fair. Can’t wait to return!

Written October 13, 2020

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Larry A

Mebane9 contributions

Deliciously Spicy and Filling

Sep 2023 • solo

I discovered this place by accident and I'm glad I did. It was late in the evening and I was unsure if they'd take any more customers with only a little time before they would be winding down to close for the evening but I was welcomed and served right away. The menu I was given showed mostly tartare dishes which isn't my thing, but if that's your thing then you've come to the right place! There's also a vegetarian section, as well as a good selections of drinks, desserts and appetizers. I chose the Beef tips in spicy sauce. If you're not familiar with how to eat these dishes, then it can be a bit daunting, but don't worry. Just tear off a piece of the rolled bread and scoop your dinner right up. I was full and satisfied when I finished! It was absolutely delicious!

Written September 24, 2023

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Cousteau

2 contributions

In one word, Fabulous !

Mar 2023 • business

This place is fabulous. Your first time let them guide you the experience was unique. If you have some time before heading to the airport this is the perfect place to have a stop. The food is delicious, the smell and taste of the different spices extraordinary. I will come back!

Written March 17, 2023

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TravelDeer

New York City1198 contributions

Excellent Ethiopian!

Dec 2023 • family

Terrific food, friendly service, casual atmosphere. Staff with smiles, welcoming, professional, efficient. Kitfo and vegetable dishes were delicious. Fries crispy and tasty. Food was well flavored, not too spicy. Mango juice was nice. The drip coffee was strong and bitter yet smooth, better with some added sugar. Parking lot on site. Great place with delicious food! Definitely worth it.

Written December 31, 2023

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Jeanne S

Johnstown93 contributions

Tasty Ethiopian food- quick service

Sep 2024 • couples

Such a nice place. Great quick sevice. Food was tasty with just the right amount of spice. Located in a small plaza. Enjoyed the Ethiopian beer.

Written September 15, 2024

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PKM71

Singapore41 contributions

Great must try for all

Aug 2024 • family

Great place to visit with your family. Their good is very flavorful and absolutely delicious. The service is phenomenal. They seek to feed your stomach and soul. A must try for all

Written August 13, 2024

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Brian R

Vienna711 contributions

Reliably great

May 2024 • family

Reliably great food, great services, and good prices. We had the combo for three plus an order of dullet, which was about twice the amount of food three people could eat, for $92 before tip.

Written May 28, 2024

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Brian R

Vienna711 contributions

A great dinner

Jun 2023 • family

Great Ethiopian food, friendly and efficient service, a nice atmosphere, reasonable prices, and we don't have to drive all the way to Adams Morgan. If you like Ethiopian food and live anywhere near Herndon, this is the place to go.

Written June 2, 2023

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bncollies

Herndon8 contributions

Dinner

Dec 2019 • family

Disappointed. The bread served to eat the meal was cold and had a slimy texture and was gray in color, making it very unappetizing.

Written January 7, 2020

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william w

Miami Beach232 contributions

Exactly what you expect if

Dec 2019 • none

Exactly what you expect if you are looking for Ethiopian food. You are received with a smile and they explain everything you need to know before ordering....and the food s excellent. Parking was easy, the price was right and the place is simple but very organized and clean.

Written December 14, 2019

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Sean L

Alexandria525 contributions

Great traditional Ethiopian dishes

Nov 2019 • none

My friend invited me to this place and told me it's a best kept secret. We arrived a bit early at about 5.30 and by 7pm the place was packed...I don't think it's a best kept secret anymore. Our combination platter was lamb and beef and the veggies were great and when we asked for spicy, we got it but it wasn't so full of heat that we couldn't eat it. Service was great as they filled our water glasses when needed and the red wine was also good and at a good price. Going back to enjoy the place again.

Written November 9, 2019

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