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Desta Ethiopian Kitchen
Ethiopian Restaurant, Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Atlanta
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and AJC
"Fish tibs + rice + gomen + axumite (wine) = happy girl."(14 Tips)
"We liked our lamb tibs with collard greens and the fir fir with fish"(11 Tips)
"Try the KITFO *Dare Devil ;)"(7 Tips)
"The fish tips with injera bread and greens are great!"(5 Tips)
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EaterJanuary 21, 2013This 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]
Flavor Notice CateringNovember 17, 2013I 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.
AbApril 17, 2018Friendlier 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
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 AtlantaMay 1, 2015Try 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 WilliamsAugust 7, 2016Absolute best Ethiopian food I've ever had!!! Everything I've had from here has been amazing. Also Try the Ethiopian amber beer! 😊
Monique HamptonAugust 5, 2013First time with Ethiopian cuisine and it was divine! Try the Fish tibs and the Kifto, medium well with kocho. It was healthy and amazing..
Paige PerryDecember 21, 2013If 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 FApril 9, 2016The 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.
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.
TseApril 20, 2011This 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 LeeAugust 27, 2016Excellent flavorful food. We liked our lamb tibs with collard greens and the fir fir with fish
Kannan RamDecember 20, 2014Good food selection and reasonable prices. They allow you to substitute the sides in the vegetarian platter to include your favorites.
Quin McIverFebruary 17, 2016Amazing samba and any tubs dish....and don't forget the fish pasta just be sure to mention no jalapeño for kids.
John WilsonJuly 15, 2016Awesome food. Everything I have tired was well made and very tasty. Even the coffee.
Kelly ManningApril 29, 2015Every dish we tried was excellent! The sides were amazing. I would come back just to order all the various sides!
D'Atra KeysMarch 13, 2016I got the lamb tibs with rice and tomato fit fit...OMG! IT WAS SO GOOD! My drink was Also delicious!
Love Desta spicy lentil stew and fish ribs are what to order here. Staff is great.
Mary RandallApril 5, 2013Get the lamb tibs and vegetarian platter to share. Enjoy your meal with a glass of honey wine. Best lamb in town!
gerardo naderDecember 12, 2017Service was excellent. Very savory food. A little bit spicy at my taste but great flavors!
Domo KeyJune 12, 2013The fish tibs changed my life...absolutely delicious! And don't forget to get a glass of honey wine too.
The food is amazing. I especially like the ribeye. However, after two visits, I've concluded the service is marginal at best.
Jennifer CorneliusSeptember 21, 2014Ribs tibs are absolutely delicious with awaze sauce! Also love the tomato fit fit, rice and collards.
Rewan PartiFebruary 15, 2015Best Ethiopian food tasted period. Order the meat lover. Perfect for a group of 4.
Great Meal here … wonderful service as well delicious Ethiopian style food !
AadityaNovember 12, 2014Ethiopian cuisine is simply lip smacking! The fish tibs/lamb tibs with awaze, wash that down with beer = burp! :D- SamJanuary 16, 2015Very friendly staff and they make awesome recommendations with unlimited amount of injera bread!
Athelia CSeptember 14, 2018Tasty kitfo and lamb tibs. The red lentils and other veggies are awesome too.- Lears FoolAugust 25, 2017For two people, split one Tibs platter with a ton of extra sides. It'll be plenty.
Bobby AsareNovember 23, 2011One 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
Daniela VickJanuary 10, 2015Everything is amazing! Great vegan and Gluten-free food! Very affordable
Marjorie WilsonMarch 24, 2016I get the chicken tubs with injera bread and gomen. Their fish salad is good too..
Amanda VanceAugust 17, 2013Get the tibs cooked with something - rice, injera, etc. Makes for more food and just a better meal altogether.
K KaulMarch 4, 2012Get table on the patio. Totally worth it when weather is awesome. I can just go on eating Injera...healthy good food.
Asia ThurstonJuly 7, 2016The food is seasoned well. I had chicken. I wasn't a fan of the greens or the cheesecake, but the entree was good.
Anuhya KonduruNovember 10, 2013Delicious food. Great service. Staff are super nice. Lively ambiance.
Asmara Gwal IssayasJanuary 20, 2014Fish Tibs with a salad are the bestest ad a veggie sambusa as an appetizer!!! Yummyyyy
Steve SchillingApril 13, 2012I just love this place... And besides great food the people couldn't be more friendly and helpful.
- Fish tibs + rice + gomen + axumite (wine) = happy girl. Amazing food & service.
Liza MilagroApril 21, 2010Order 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
Deliciously seasoned. I just experienced the upstairs area for large parties. Very nice!
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Desta Ethiopian Kitchen
3086 Briarcliff Rd NE (at Clairmont Rd NE)
Atlanta, GA 30329
United States
Atlanta, GA 30329
United States
Modern Ethiopian cuisine in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Outside patio dining available.
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- November 19–November 25
- Mon–Wed, Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
(404) 929-0011
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Smoking
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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