Habesha Market And Carry-out

One of my favorite places for Ethiopian food in DC especially with low costs, good portion sizes, and incredible flavor. Recommend getting one of the combo plates for a good variety especially a veggie combo and a meat combo One purchases the dishes at the counter, pays the bill, and then can sit at one of the tables before a buzzer tells you when the food is ready. It is usually quite empty as most people do takeout, and the tables seat 4, but one can easily move them around or add chairs. Overall, very satisfied with the meal, the service, and the food!

Probably the best Ethiopian food I’ve ever had (as a New Yorker reviewing the D.C. food scene, you know it has to be legit). The veggie platter is huge and absolutely scrumptious (the mashed beans are a personal favorite) and a great deal at $12. Plus, you know it’s going to be good when utensils aren’t an option. Pictured: veggie platter with the mild lentils, mashed beans, collard greens, and cabbage/potato.

Great Ethiopian food & a kind staff! The food came out quickly and it was a relaxed atmosphere- great for a quick bite or for take out. Lots of vegetarian/vegan options too!

Absolutely incredible!! With its outstanding food, generous portions, and speedy service, it's impossible not to fall in love with this no-frills, hole-in-the-wall gem of a restaurant. I ordered two of their veggie combos to go: the special (which comes with six delicious items), and the deluxe (which comes with ten). I was genuinely shocked when the staff came out with one of those aluminum roasting pans usually used for catering for the deluxe combo! The portions are definitely beyond generous -- that was enough food to feed a whole family of four, and it was only about $20! There's a lot of overlap between the two veggie combos, but one thing is clear from both of these orders: despite the impressive speed of its service, Habesha definitely isn't cutting any corners on the quality of their food. Every item was executed to perfection; each of the various warm chickpea, lentil, and veggie dishes were packed with all the classic, comforting flavors and spices that make Ethiopian food so amazing. The salads were fresh and exactly what I needed to break apart the richness of the cooked dishes. And the injera was, of course, the foundation of the meal. They have imported teff injera, so you can easily make your meal gluten-free for a small added fee (or, honestly, even if you aren't gluten-free, I still recommend trying it out). From the quality of the food to the friendliness and efficiency of their service, Habesha is hands down one of the best Ethiopian restaurants in the District. To seal the deal even more, they're also open until ridiculously late -- so the next time you get the late-night cravings, why not give Habesha a try?

Favorite place to get food in the area - Hands down. Delicious! Ethiopian options. Very reasonable prices - especially lunch specials . Large quantities. Feels like you're transported to a little Ethiopia.