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The Best Ethiopian Restaurants in Washington, D.C. (Michelin)

Washington, D.C. is home to one of the largest Ethiopian populations outside of the country itself. As such, our nation's capital is a mecca for Ethiopian food. Though many may not know much more about the cuisine than what they've gathered from Marcus Samuelsson, core to its essence are stews, berbere spice and honey wine. Perhaps most ubiquitous is injera, a fermented flatbread made of teff flour. Similar in appearance to French crêpes, injera tends to serves as the only utensil for the meal (though traditional silverware is often available, of course). Curious diners can start their exploration of Ethiopian cuisine at these four Michelin-recommended restaurants.

Das - Designation: Bib Gourmand

What Our Inspectors Say: “Nestled inside a classic Georgetown townhouse, Das is a haven of soothing colors and lush fabrics. Great care has gone into its styling, and the warm, generous spirit of the staff ensures that the entire experience is every bit as pleasant and refined. The impressive menu runs the gamut from traditional Ethiopian cuisine to dishes that have the potential to take even the most seasoned and ambitious palate by surprise. A basket filled with injera—a spongy and sour bread that serves as both chaser and utensil—is bottomless. For a meal that won’t disappoint, order the chicken and beef combination sampler. Then use rolls of that delicious injera to dig into mouthful after flavorful mouthful of surprisingly varied textures and degrees of heat.”

 

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