Derae Restaurant

Off the beaten paths of the Park & Highland, this little place is not to be missed! Quick attention was paid when we let staff know that broken glass was on the walk outside...it was gone before we were even ready to place our order! My husband raved about the tenderness of the goat meat, hanid, served with vegetables and Basmati rice. I had tibs with cabbage and lentils - incredible heat that sneaks up and stays! We’ll be back for more soon!

Fast service and the food is always fresh. **Update The online menu prices are old and don't reflect the new prices. I ordered a $12 meal listed on the online menu but was charged $19 upon pick up. 😡 No apology or discount.

This will be my absolutely last time going here only got the food right the first 2 time i guess that was to get me in the door the food was good but i dont think the same person is cooking the food anymore and of it is she dont care no more because now the meat is dry burnt with no taste its no good 22 dollar down the drain this I will never do again ..i have to find a new place the rice and spaghetti is good but the meat oh no honey the picture tell it all

Very delicious food. Not sure what to expect going into it, since I have never had Ethiopian food. It was a great variety of vegetables and meat. Most everything is around $12 for an entree. Small, quaint place. Very kind staff. It defines a hole-in-the-wall style place. Very clean clean too. A definite try if you are looking for a mix up in your normal routine of places to eat. Great if you love spices and if you do not. They will turn down the heat (flavor) if you ask. Again, fantastic. 5/5 on food for sure.

Food is absolutely delicious. Very authentic taste. Owner has a great personality and serves with enthusiasm. He will recommend options for those unfamiliar with Ethiopian food. Price is excellent for the quality and portion size. 5/5 without a doubt.

My husband and i visited this place a few months ago. The owner is enthusiastic but he's crazy. He wouldn't let us order our own food,he told us what he was making us. (I saw him argue with another woman as well). THEN when our food came out, he showed us how to eat it...by reaching down and grabbing it with his fingers and looking into my eyes as he shoved it in his mouth. I've never experienced anything like it in my life.

I live around the corner from this place and love smelling it's aromas on the weekends. I've only tried the samosas (sambusa), and they are AMAZING. I think they're $1 each, and come in a couple different flavours (potato or beef) The owner is very friendly and always wants to please. Highly recommend!

I was a little hesitant as I pulled up tot he restaurant. The a bit off the beaten track and not in the best of neighborhoods. I used to eating at the normal Beale street joints so this was an adventure for me. It was not disappointing. The charming lady who took my order suggested a dish for me. It was the first item on