Cafe Massawa

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"This family-owned cafe near the 125th Street subway stop is an offshoot of a Ethiopian/Eritrean neighborhood staple Massawa, and it’s a pleasant place, with a front patio where you can hang out with coffee and some work before moving on to a glass of affordable South African wine and a cheesy tibs quesadilla. The snacky portion of the menu also has things like berbere wings and fries, and for a more substantial meal you can get a plate of soft injera covered with a steaming assortment of meat and lentil dishes. During weekday lunch, platters are available for under $20." - willa moore, sonal shah, neha talreja, will hartman