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Desta Ethiopian Kitchen

Desta Ethiopian Kitchen

Ethiopian Restaurant, Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Atlanta
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    The experts at Eater and Creative Loafing Atlanta recommend this place
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    miss lucy
    "Fish tibs + rice + gomen + axumite (wine) = happy girl."(14 Tips)
    Colin L.
    "We liked our lamb tibs with collard greens and the fir fir with fish"(11 Tips)
    A
    "Try the KITFO *Dare Devil ;)"(7 Tips)
    Fresh T.
    "The fish tips with injera bread and greens are great!"(5 Tips)
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  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 21, 2013
    This casual Ethiopian restaurant is the best of its kind in the city, and it's open until at least midnight every day to boot. Get the vegetarian platter and/or lamb tibs. [Eater 38 Member]
  • Eater
    EaterJuly 20, 2017
    Desta is Atlanta's best bet for authentic Ethiopian fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The expansive menu allows diners to build their own meals or order complete dishes created by the kitchen. Read more
  • Flavor Notice C.
    Flavor Notice CateringNovember 17, 2013
    I love my kitfo raw... however... desta serves kitfo pasta that is really good IF the meat is cooked well done. (I've tried it both raw & cooked) also their fish pasta is also amazing & its a lot.
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    AbApril 17, 2018
    Friendlier service than you might get in DC. Ask the right questions and you’ll get the tibs & kitfo served properly. Otherwise, you’ll get good food in plates with forks. Alas
  • Hat
    HatJuly 19, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Ask yourself, "Do I LOVE rare steak and sushi?" Then consider the rare kitfo. It's not for everyone, but it's FANTASTIC (and much better than what you get elsewhere locally).
  • Creative Loafing Atlanta
    Try the breakfast combo. There are scrambled eggs you can scoop up with injera bread; some chechebsa (flatbread seasoned with hot berbere spices); and kinche, cracked grains with olive oil. Read more
  • Gabrielle W.
    Gabrielle WilliamsAugust 7, 2016
    Absolute best Ethiopian food I've ever had!!! Everything I've had from here has been amazing. Also Try the Ethiopian amber beer! 😊
  • Monique H.
    Monique HamptonAugust 5, 2013
    First time with Ethiopian cuisine and it was divine! Try the Fish tibs and the Kifto, medium well with kocho. It was healthy and amazing..
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    Paige PerryDecember 21, 2013
    If you plan on coming on a weekend, Terry to make a reservation at 4 hours in advance. This place gets packed on the weekends quickly. Even if you have to wait, know that it's DEFINITELY worth it
  • Carlton F.
    Carlton FApril 9, 2016
    The food is delicious. The menu has a lot going on and is somewhat confusing and disorganized. This is my first visit.I definitely plan on returning to try other dishes.
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    Tee LaShawnJuly 24, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    For beginners I recommend the Chicken Tibs... ALWAYS ADD MISER & SHIRO TO YOUR MEAL... The Goden Tibs are sooooo good! The lamb tibs are tasty. The tiramisu cake is good but the portion us small.
  • Candice S.heart icon on user image
    Candice ShortJanuary 1, 2017
    We love the Meat Lover😋 The food here is amazing!!
  • AJC
    AJCJuly 15, 2016
    Just because you missed prime dining hours doesn't mean you can't eat primo ethnic food, even if you're seeking vegan or vegetarian. Dine family style or on your own or try the takeout. Read more
  • Tse
    TseApril 20, 2011
    This place is really well executed: professional, good service, nice light & modern Ethiopian decor, plus the food is easily top 3 best ethiopian food I've had in N. America (coming from an Ethiopian)
  • Colin L.heart icon on user image
    Colin LeeAugust 27, 2016
    Excellent flavorful food. We liked our lamb tibs with collard greens and the fir fir with fish
  • Quin M.heart icon on user image
    Quin McIverFebruary 17, 2016
    Amazing samba and any tubs dish....and don't forget the fish pasta just be sure to mention no jalapeño for kids.
  • Kannan R.heart icon on user image
    Kannan RamDecember 20, 2014
    Good food selection and reasonable prices. They allow you to substitute the sides in the vegetarian platter to include your favorites.
  • John W.heart icon on user image
    John WilsonJuly 15, 2016
    Awesome food. Everything I have tired was well made and very tasty. Even the coffee.
  • Kelly M.heart icon on user image
    Kelly ManningApril 29, 2015
    Every dish we tried was excellent! The sides were amazing. I would come back just to order all the various sides!
  • D'Atra K.heart icon on user image
    D'Atra KeysMarch 13, 2016
    I got the lamb tibs with rice and tomato fit fit...OMG! IT WAS SO GOOD! My drink was Also delicious!
  • Megha M.
    Megha MadanJuly 6, 2016
    Veggie platter so good!!! and the chicken is always great with the injera.
  • Mary R.
    Mary RandallApril 5, 2013
    Get the lamb tibs and vegetarian platter to share. Enjoy your meal with a glass of honey wine. Best lamb in town!
  • Tricia B.heart icon on user image
    Tricia BeanJanuary 15, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Love Desta spicy lentil stew and fish ribs are what to order here. Staff is great.
  • gerardo n.heart icon on user image
    gerardo naderDecember 12, 2017
    Service was excellent. Very savory food. A little bit spicy at my taste but great flavors!
  • Staci K.heart icon on user image
    Staci KimmonsJuly 3, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    The food is amazing. I especially like the ribeye. However, after two visits, I've concluded the service is marginal at best.
  • Domo K.heart icon on user image
    Domo KeyJune 12, 2013
    The fish tibs changed my life...absolutely delicious! And don't forget to get a glass of honey wine too.
  • Rewan P.heart icon on user image
    Rewan PartiFebruary 15, 2015
    Best Ethiopian food tasted period. Order the meat lover. Perfect for a group of 4.
  • Frank A.heart icon on user image
    Frank AtkinsonJuly 3, 2022
    Been here 5+ times
    Great Meal here … wonderful service as well delicious Ethiopian style food !
  • Jennifer C.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer CorneliusSeptember 21, 2014
    Ribs tibs are absolutely delicious with awaze sauce! Also love the tomato fit fit, rice and collards.
  • Sherry L.heart icon on user image
    Sherry LiJanuary 31, 2017
    Bring your friends along so you can do a big platter!
  • Steve L.heart icon on user image
    Steve LeeJune 5, 2021
    I had the lamb with lentils..! It was amazing. The service was awesome..!
  • Aaditya
    AadityaNovember 12, 2014
    Ethiopian cuisine is simply lip smacking! The fish tibs/lamb tibs with awaze, wash that down with beer = burp! :D
  • Lears F.
    Lears FoolAugust 25, 2017
    For two people, split one Tibs platter with a ton of extra sides. It'll be plenty.
  • Samheart icon on user image
    SamJanuary 16, 2015
    Very friendly staff and they make awesome recommendations with unlimited amount of injera bread!
  • Bobby A.
    Bobby AsareNovember 23, 2011
    One of the best spots for contemporary ethiopian food ... Try it and you will love it... They have drive through too. Don't know how that works
  • Athelia C.heart icon on user image
    Athelia CSeptember 14, 2018
    Tasty kitfo and lamb tibs. The red lentils and other veggies are awesome too.
  • Daniela V.heart icon on user image
    Daniela VickJanuary 10, 2015
    Everything is amazing! Great vegan and Gluten-free food! Very affordable
  • Jasmine E.heart icon on user image
    Jasmine EJune 24, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Chicken tibs are great with the cabbage
  • AJC
    AJCAugust 1, 2014
    Ethiopian cuisine is centered around injera — the spongy bread that also serves as an eating utensil. Read more
  • Marjorie W.heart icon on user image
    Marjorie WilsonMarch 24, 2016
    I get the chicken tubs with injera bread and gomen. Their fish salad is good too..
  • Amanda V.
    Amanda VanceAugust 17, 2013
    Get the tibs cooked with something - rice, injera, etc. Makes for more food and just a better meal altogether.
  • K K.
    K KaulMarch 4, 2012
    Get table on the patio. Totally worth it when weather is awesome. I can just go on eating Injera...healthy good food.
  • Asia T.
    Asia ThurstonJuly 7, 2016
    The food is seasoned well. I had chicken. I wasn't a fan of the greens or the cheesecake, but the entree was good.
  • Anuhya K.
    Anuhya KonduruNovember 10, 2013
    Delicious food. Great service. Staff are super nice. Lively ambiance.
  • Asmara G.
    Asmara Gwal IssayasJanuary 20, 2014
    Fish Tibs with a salad are the bestest ad a veggie sambusa as an appetizer!!! Yummyyyy
  • Daniela V.heart icon on user image
    Daniela VickJanuary 21, 2015
    I keep coming back for great spicy vegan food that is very affordable
  • Steve S.
    Steve SchillingApril 13, 2012
    I just love this place... And besides great food the people couldn't be more friendly and helpful.
  • miss lucy
    miss lucyApril 6, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Fish tibs + rice + gomen + axumite (wine) = happy girl. Amazing food & service.
  • Liza M.
    Liza MilagroApril 21, 2010
    Order the Vegetable or Beef Saambusa Appetizer, Fish Tibs w/ Shiro and a Veggie Combo. Honey Wine and/or spiced tea as beverages on the patio...Perfection! Read more
  • Andrea J.
    Andrea JacksonFebruary 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Deliciously seasoned. I just experienced the upstairs area for large parties. Very nice!
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