02/04/09

Just the place I was looking for

by alicia6

I have been in Phildelphia for 6 months and have been looking for a place that is cozy/comfortable, serves coffee, has a good selection of food, and most importantly has good, friendly service. This place fits the bill. The food is flavorful and very reasonably priced. There is also a great vareity on the menu, plenty of vegetarian options! The place had a great energy to it. Even the other patrons were friendly. Coming from the midwest, this is just the type of place I have been looking for.

• Pros: Great food & service

12/17/08

Good food, Good service

by pchak

We used to live just by there for almost a year and half and never knew this place existed. Me and my husband went there for dinner yesterday with some friends, and have to say the food was really good. Its a small cozy place with great food and a very polite owner. The food hits the right spot the only reason I give it 4 stars is cause I thaught the meat (chicken in our case) wans't great, probably frozen....although the gravy was soo good it made up for it.

It is really a pleasant surprise in this area

• Pros: good food, ample portions ....ture value for money
• Cons: The meat could be better

12/14/08

Fab Ethiopian in Rittenhouse area

by lviolano

I knew there were Ethiopian restaurants in Philly but was unaware there was one within walking distance of my apartment. My first week of living in the city I went there twice! The food is delicious, well-seasoned, served hot and steaming after you order it with loads of spongy injera. The portions are ample and well seasoned, and the service is friendly and attentive.

On Thursday I had a long talk with the owner who said they order everything but the meat directly from Ethiopia so it tastes authentic and is prepared properly. They also have lots of vegetarian options, although I had the Doro Wat - a chicken stew served with a hard-boiled egg, a vegetable side and their homemade cottage cheese. Amazing - and plenty to have for another meal! I suggested that they have pictures of the food in the window because from the outside it just seems like a coffee/ice cream house. Oh - and they have great coffee too! I had the "Voltaire" on another night that had hot chocolate and coffee blended and topped with whipped cream.

They have a brunch / breakfast menu too and I know I'll be back. I'll post an update once I've tried their omelettes. But I will say, I am thrilled I have found this inexpensive, delicious neighborhood gem.

• Pros: Great food, friendly service, healthy portions, wonderful value