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Zoma

Zoma

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Ethiopian Restaurant$$$$
Central Harlem, New York
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    The experts at Time Out New York and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
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  • Kenyatta J.heart icon on user image
    Kenyatta JohnsonJanuary 31, 2015
    The Jameson Uptown Ginger was awesome. The staff was great. The vegetarian combination dinner was delicious. I won't wait so long for my next visit. It's a must when you visit Harlem.
  • Time Out New York
    Time Out New YorkJuly 18, 2018
    Elevated Ethiopian food matches the sleek environs at this uptown eatery, featuring a crisp white dining room, warmly lit by candles and an elegant chandelier. Read more
  • amNewYork
    amNewYorkMay 5, 2013
    This cozy spot offers dishes such as Yebeg Aticha (lamb marinated with ginger and rosemary spices) and Zoma Tibs (cubed filet mignon pieces marinated in green peppers and red onions).
  • Honghui Y.
    Honghui YuOctober 2, 2014
    Skip the meat dishes and go straight for the vegetarian items (this is coming from an avid meat eater). The shiro wett was my personal favorite.
  • Kenyatta J.heart icon on user image
    Kenyatta JohnsonMarch 10, 2018
    Had the vegetarian combo. Delicious as usual. I first went there in 2009 and go at least once a year. I definitely need to go at once a season.
  • Sofrito i.
    Sofrito inmySoulJuly 1, 2018
    Loving my dinner at Zoma in Harlem! Delicious Ethiopian food! #harlem #Ethiopianfood #eater #sofrito #foodie #foodiechsys #instafood
  • Virginie L.heart icon on user image
    Virginie LiaoMarch 2, 2015
    Ethiopian coffee is quite bitter, the sugar cubes were a critical need for its enjoyment. The big platter with bread and assorted foods is recommended, good for sharing.
  • Porter M.heart icon on user image
    Porter MasonJune 30, 2017
    Really flavorful and seasoned well. The samplers are a good way to go.
  • OD N.
    OD NtukOctober 6, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The tilapia and the veggie sampler for two are both great. I also recommend the lentil sambusa appetizer. Top it all off with a glass of honey wine.
  • Tommi H.
    Tommi HurmeSeptember 2, 2013
    Vegetarian combination had only 4 dishes, they could have added a few more. The lamb dish was phenomenal.
  • Anna R.heart icon on user image
    Anna RobertsFebruary 28, 2016
    Obsessed with Zoma. Sharing platters make for an authentic experience.
  • Cameron M.heart icon on user image
    Cameron McClureApril 27, 2014
    The kitfo and the yebeg alitcha are incredible. The biggest surprise was the exquisite tiramisu.
  • Daniel M.
    Daniel M.September 12, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Ethiopian food looks like baby food but tastes pretty good. It's best when spicy. It's traditionally eaten with your hands, but I say to hell with tradition and ask for a fork. You'll be glad you did!
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    The combination platters are marvelously complex. The tej, an Ethiopian-style honey wine, is made by Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville, N.Y., the oldest winery in the U.S. - Inspector
  • Compass
    CompassMay 15, 2014
    Modern Ethiopian dishes are glammed up at Zoma, where the decorations show off African jewelry and bright fabrics.
  • Twan C.
    Twan ClaiborneMay 28, 2014
    Amazing food, amazing ambiance, and amazing drinks. Try the Jameson Uptown Ginger.
  • Akiko B.
    Akiko BombitaSeptember 13, 2014
    Great ambiance and Ethiopian music. The shiro wat is a delicious vegetarian choice.
  • Jaimi A.heart icon on user image
    Jaimi AlexanderAugust 13, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    The owner Henock is amazing...great service...the Tibs and Honey Wine is the absolute best!! My favorite servers are Lilly and Edan! They are sweet and beautiful!
  • Karla S.heart icon on user image
    Karla SosaMarch 18, 2016
    Some of the best Ethiopian food around! Try the Bozena Shiro
  • Mark H.
    Mark HimmelsbachDecember 2, 2012
    You can order a two-veggie two-meat combination platter. Do that and the honey wine.
  • Garima K.
    Garima KapoorJanuary 6, 2015
    The tibs wett was delicious. Good portion to share
  • Lynnessa H J.heart icon on user image
    Lynnessa H JoynerDecember 19, 2017
    For a first time eating Ethiopian food, this was a nice experience...I did think it was a bit pricey however...
  • Stuart R.
    Stuart R.June 24, 2012
    Good food, though a tad overpriced. Try a combo platter for variety, and eat the sambusas as an appetizer.
  • Jaimi A.heart icon on user image
    Jaimi AlexanderJuly 20, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Doro Tibs and honey wine...truly unbeatable combo and must haves when here at Zoma!!
  • Paulo A.
    Paulo AlvesJuly 10, 2011
    Eff what anyone says. Eat with ur hands and enjoy. Also the food does not look like baby food. And it is incredible
  • Pekky M.heart icon on user image
    Pekky MarquezJuly 21, 2013
    The veg combo is awesome!
  • Jonheart icon on user image
    JonJanuary 5, 2019
    Great Ethiopian food!
  • Sarah W.heart icon on user image
    Sarah WertAugust 19, 2014
    Nice staff, delicious food
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupMay 21, 2010
    Fantastic Ethiopian food. Highly recommend the tibs wett.
  • Kiran B.heart icon on user image
    Kiran BankuApril 7, 2019
    Good vegererian food
  • Evan M.
    Evan MoodyApril 28, 2012
    Two words: Vegetarian Combo.
  • Jelena P.
    Jelena PasicJuly 21, 2013
    Try some tej.
  • Jaimi A.heart icon on user image
    Jaimi AlexanderJuly 30, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The honey wine!!!
  • Jen W.
    Jen WMarch 13, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    get the red lentils and collard greens!
  • Paulo A.
    Paulo AlvesJuly 10, 2011
    Just go here. Its really yummy
  • Hanniye
    HanniyeFebruary 5, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the better Ethiopian restaurants in NYC
  • Nathan M.
    Nathan ManleyJanuary 28, 2010
    Veggie sampler is perfect for 2
  • Erin L.
    Erin L.November 8, 2013
    I've had better #truthhurts
  • Brian M.
    Brian MascarenhasAugust 9, 2009
    Been here 5+ times
    Go to Zoma and eat the Zoma Tibs and drink the honey wine.
  • Jaimi A.heart icon on user image
    Jaimi AlexanderAugust 16, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Zoma is ma spot!!
  • Sonya S.
    Sonya SpannJuly 9, 2013
    poor service, the injera did not taste fresh either. l
  • Carmen O.heart icon on user image
    Carmen OperettaOctober 4, 2013
    Service sucks!
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