Located at 3801 S Congress Ave, Ste 107, Austin, TX is an undiscovered gem of flavor. Taste of Ethiopia II is a must-try, offering a cuisine that isn’t commonly found in Austin.
The Atmosphere and staff:
The restaurant offers indoor seating with 2-4 people per table and a dark, woody yet comfortable atmosphere.
Outside View
Ethiopian Cuisine Meal:
Their spice levels range from mild to mid-spicy. Their lamb and zilzil tibbs, cubed cuts of meat, feature compact flavor bursts of garlic, rosemary, cardamom, and traditional Ethiopian spices. Each cube is seared to perfection, leaving a crisp bite. The shiro wot is generously flavored with delicious bere bere sauce and tantalizing red onions. An amazing dish not only for vegetarians but for all restaurant-goers. My personal favorite was the goat kikil(goat stew); the aromatic herbs blended with the earthy flavors of turmeric and vibrant ginger-garlic made for the perfect comfort food. Additionally, the goat was nearly fork-tender and carried each bite of flavor with it.
Azifa and Sambusa
Takeaway:
Overall, Taste of Ethiopia is a must-try with friends and family and deserves far more recognition among Austin’s dining scene.
Score: Name, score weight: (Given Rating/Max Score)
For context 5 is considered average, and 10 is the max score.
- Flavor, 40%: 8.9/10
- Texture, 30%: 7.4/10
- Distinctiveness, 15%: 7.9/10
- Complexity, 15%: 7.0/10
- Total Score: 8.0/10
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