Fassil Restaurant

Great neighborhood chill Ethiopian place. Service is fine, food is great. The owner/chef is friendly and chill. It’s bare bones in a comfortable sort of way you’d expect from a family place. Not too expensive. The food is super flavourful with a blend of meat and veg dishes. We went in with six people and the owner just set us up with food for the table and it was perfect. It’s funny all the one star reviews are all from these ridiculous clowns that are so mad East African food has actual spice and flavour. Go home and eat your mayonnaise sandwiches if having a bit of spice is just such a traumatic experience for you. 🤡

Omg this place is amazing! We had no idea we were going to end up there and I’m so glad we did! The owner/chef was so nice and made sure we had the best experience. Im still dreaming about the food! I can’t say enough about this place and I can’t wait to take more friends there! Yummmm!!!

I used to love this place because the food is tasty and portion is generous. But not any more, we order two meat two veggies, we wanted to order the special combo with 1 meat 1 veggie on one plate and have the other two portion on the other plate the owner insisted that we order everything together. When it was served, I knew immediately why, lol, so they can shrink the portion of food they give you by squeezing everything on one plate. When we asked for an injera refill, which we always used to do coz the food is spicy and salty. The lady was like "I gave you guys enough!", and I'm thinking to myself, we're asking for refills because we finished? Are we not allowed to eat more? Aren't you happy that we like your bread? Then she said, it's gonna be extra, and she said it 3 times. Which we don't mind paying, but we simply wanted a refill. She looked at us as if we're hobos that want to cheap out. I've been to this place many times before and I used to love this place, pleasant food, but not so pleasant people any more. I feel very disappointed and I'm never coming again.

It's a small family run business so don't expect any fancy seating or atmosphere. However the owners more than make up for it and are quite hospitable and jovial. I had a pleasure speaking to them and also help learn more about the Ethiopian culinary culture. Indians will probably like a lot many dishes which though a bit different has many of its ingredients used and hence a familiar taste. We tried the Non-veg and the Veg Platter since it gives you a bit of all dishes and is totally worth it. Atleast from what I gathered from my first Ethiopian food experience was that they do quite authentic (and homemade) food than any multi cuisine fancy restaurant you would find. So totally worth every star provided.

Food: got the 2 person combo set with Keye Wot. some of the best food I've had in Vancouver. Meat was flavorful and balances well with the slightly sour injera. Portions are on the smaller side but still fills u up. Service: less attentive than other restaurants. Atmosphere: homey feel. It's like a restaurant out of a home with the decorations, door, small restaurant with ~ 6-8 tables.

We just moved to the neighborhood and decided to try this restaurant based on the great reviews. We’ve only ordered takeout twice, and we love it! The food is authentic, brimming with spices and exotic herbs. Everything is so fresh that I didn’t feel sluggish afterward. Plus, the prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend giving it a try!

The service hear is fantastic! And the food is a must try, it’s great to find authentic delicious Ethiopian in Vancouver.

Really good flavours and the best people ! I definitely recommend going here and if you’ve never had Ethiopian food, this is the place to try it. They also have some drinks 👀

I have never tried Ethiopian food prior to coming here so I was excited! This experience was very enriching and I ate the entire meal with my left hand (as instructed by the man who served us). He was really welcoming and talked to us about the different dishes so we knew what we were having. I absolutely loved the injera. The texture was so soft, spongey, and the flavour was light and slightly like sourdough. It paired really well with the dishes. My friend and I got fassil's combination because we wanted to try a bit of everything and I really enjoyed the slow cooked beef that it came with. The other dishes were good too, but I was not familiar with the taste. We made sure to finish everything and we were so full by the end of our meal so the portion is definitely enough for two people. If you haven't tried Ethiopian food before, you should definitely try some here!

Ambiance, cute little hole in the wall restaurant. Service, very kind. Food, amazing. Granted I've been once, but we ordered the combo platter and every single thing on that plate was a 10/10. The food was so flavorful. The combo platter states it feeds two, and it was definitely enough for me and my buddy, maybe even just a bit more than we could eat as we didn't finish everything off completely. The restaurant was clean and welcoming and again the service was kind and prompt. I would recommend this restaurant completely and would definitely come back when I'm visiting again. Prices were also very reasonable. About 15 dollars per person, we were happily stuffed for a good price.

Fassil Ethiopian Restaurant serves up delicious Ethiopian food along with a good dose of warmth and hospitality as well. It seemed to be a one man show as there was only one man who greeted us, took our orders and served us our food. He was ever so friendly and as half the people in our party were completely unfamiliar with Ethiopian cuisine, he saw to it that they were served the best options available for sampling a good variety of flavours. Veggie Combo Siga Keye Wot Yebeg Tibs Doro Tibs For anyone who's never had Ethiopian food, they serve the food on top of a soft flatbread, similar to a pancake in texture. This bread is called Injera and has a bit of a sour flavor to it. Extra rolls of Injera are given, and you're meant to use the Injera as a serving utensil by ripping off pieces of it and then using it to scoop up your food and eat it. Everything tastes so good with the Injera, and once you've finished the extra rolls of Injera you get to eat the large piece of Injera that's been soaking up all the wonderful flavors of all the various toppings that have been sitting on top of it! It's very messy finger food so you should definitely make sure to have clean hands before indulging in this type of cuisine! Bonus points for having air conditioning as we've been to other Ethiopian restaurants that did not have air conditioning during summer! Service: Excellent Parking: Free parking on the side street Location: 736 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC

Fassil is great - there is not much on Broadway in the eastern half of Mount Pleasant, but we hope Fassil gets the attention and business it deserves. They were empty when we went today (a Monday) for lunch, but that meant we got the full attention of the owner/chef/server. He recommended the Fasil Combination, let us know what was spicy and not spicy, and even though Lamb is not an option for the combo, he cooked it for us anyway.

The food is always amazing! So tasty and flavourful. I usually get the veg combo with beef. The service is also great, the owner/chef is friendly and will recommend what you should try if it's your first time there. It has a homey feeling, great for a rainy/cold day. Also very reasonably priced!

Decided to give Fassil Ethiopian Restaurant a try. They're located next door to Nha Trang Restaurant. We dropped in for a Friday lunch (12:30pm). Only one worker, who was jugging all the serving and cooking duties. Menu is short and sweet with 5 vegetarian, 8 meat (beef, chicken, fish and lamb) and two combination dishes. Most dishes are $12.00 to $18.00. - Injera - stingy with the injera, R had to go up to ask for more. Injera had no character/liveliness to it; lacked the typical sour, fermented note. - Fasil's combination ($30.00) - veggie combo and we opted for the siga keye wot. The scoops of vegetables were small. Our favourites was the chickpea puree (first time eating this) and boiled split lentils (nice kick from the berbere powder). The slow cooked beef was decent. FER was okay but not inspired to come back. There are better Ethiopian spots in town.

It was my first time trying Ethiopian food. I didn't really know what to expect. So I asked a little bit about the menu and they explained what to expect and what people typically order. There were three of us, and initially I misunderstood that each of us should get a veggie combo and add the meat to share. But it's actually a lot of food so we got 1 veggie combo, 1 meat, 1 fish and shared everything. This was more than enough for 3 hungry people. I knew injera would be sour but I didn't realize how sour it would be! It was also more filling than I expected. It went really well with the spice of the lamb. Of all the veggies my favourite was the chickpeas. Next time I would get just the chickpea and some lamb or try another meat. Spinach was very bland and I think it was the lentils that was a little too spicy for me. The fish was just plain fish fried without much flavoring, I wouldn't get that again. Definitely a place to come to with a few people to share everything with rather than eating individually. Definitely coming back here!

Amazing veggie Ethiopian food. It's a small place, but clean. The manager is super friendly. Their veggie set is awesome. Love love the injera bread!! Each with your hands, have a glass of wine and enjoy!

The food is so awesome. Best meal I've had in Vancouver!!! And the chef was such a chiller. He gave us fire recommendations and you can tell the food is made with love

Authentic, home made, and has been around for 30 years. You can't ask for more when trying a restaurant by seeing a large table of local Ethiopians and the restaurant engaging with them as they must be regulars. We ordered Asa Tibs (fried basa) and Misr Wot (spicy lentils) which were served with Injera. Both delicious and would certainly recommend checking them out, as it's legitimate to Ethiopian cuisine.

Loved their veggie combo and the ambiance. The owners are warm and friendly. Their injera is the mildest and most delicious I've had in Vancouver. Will be back for sure!

This is a very cute little Ethiopian restaurant in Mount Pleasant, owned and operated by an Ethiopian family. Each dish is served with their barley and teff sourdough flatbread which is spongy, tangy, and delicious. My partner and I got the chicken tibs and the lamb tibs. We didn't get the stew dishes because they are all made with canola oil, but the meat dishes are made with clarified butter (BIG WIN)! Overall, the texture of the meat was okay, but the flavour profile made up for it. I tasted flavours that I have never tasted before, which is awesome!!! The only issue was that the food needed something else to balance it out. The flavours were all very 'heavy,' and there were no veggies or crème fraiche pairings to provide respite from the heaviness of the meat and grain. Overall, I'd eat this again simply because the food is so unique and authentic. However, I would order it to go and eat it with tatziki or a fresh cabbage salad at home. Don't be afraid to try Fassil if you've never had Ethiopian food! The authentic flavours and the smiling chef behind the counter do not disappoint.

Since Fassil was the first Ethiopian place I'd tried, I decided to revisit it to see what I thought after having tried so many more places. I ordered the vegetarian platter (~$12 plus tax), which was ready for pick-up 15 minutes later. The platter comes with 5 dishes, many of which were on the watery side and sour side. I wasn't too impressed with any of the items. You got a lot of injera with it, which is intensely sour--borderline unpalatable after a while. I was full after my meal, but I really didn't think this place's food holds its weight. 2.5/5 All in all, pretty disappointing, especially considering the many good Ethiopian places nearby in East Van. Go to Axum instead.

I love Ethiopian food - injera is such a fantastic base, fun to use and deliciously fermented and with an amazing spongy texture that soaks up all the flavour. Fassil really focuses on the injera platter experience. As far as I can tell, everything on the menu is meant to be served on a plate of injera, so be aware of that going in. The vegetarian options are delicious - my favourite is the shiro wot, a delicious creamy chickpea stew, but the lentil misir wot and the split pea kik wok are excellent as well. I highly recommend one veggie combo per two people, to provide you with a ton of flavour variety. If you combine a veggie combo with a meat option, you'll get a larger portion of the meat and it'll be the star of your platter, so I recommend that approach! The default combo that includes meat will get you a basic chicken or beef stew, but I recommend branching out too, since it's not much more expensive. I most recently tried the yebeg tibs - a lamb stew - and it was incredibly delicious. The spice levels are mild, too - we were offered a choice of not spicy, mild, and spicy for the lamb, and took the spiciest option. Even so it wasn't nearly as spicy as Southeast Asian or Korean dishes can get, so don't be afraid to go for the spiciest option! It really makes for a lovely, aromatic, warming dish. At the end of the meal, I left with a full belly and yet also a deep longing for even more injera and deliciously spiced stews and curries. I can't recommend it enough!

Not totally sure about this place. Nice hospitality and friendly service, but only one person worked the entire restaurant. I wasn't so impressed to watch several plates of food cooked in a microwave oven. That is not how great Ethiopian food is made. The menu is limited, seemingly without appetizers, and the $1.80 surcharge to use a credit card to pay wasn't very appreciated. On the other hand, the overall hospitality was warm, but injera was cold, and some dishes were hot and others were disappointing being only luke warm. I did like the chicken dish with a nice spicy taste, made with good quality white meat chicken breast. That was the best thing served .

This was my first time trying Ethiopian food and it was amazing. We got Fasil's combination that had the veggie combo and the option of siga keye wot or doro tibs (we went with the beef option). The meal was very filling with the injera - I saw a couple reviews saying the injera was too sour but I didn't feel that way at all. 100% recommend!

Quality/price (4/4): I've been here lots of times and it's never disappointed me. I usually order Fassil's combo (chicken/beef + veggie combo), which has a nice variety of great-tasting items at a decent price. Service (1/1): Service is generally good, except when it's really crowded. That doesn't happen on most nights though. Would I go there again: YES

This was my first experience with Ethiopian food, so I don't have much to compare it to, but I recommend it! The chef asked how spicy we wanted the food to be, which I really appreciated as someone with a lower tolerance for spice. It was a really fun meal, both the sensory experience of eating using the injera and the new (to me) flavour combinations. There was a lot of variety to the different vegetarian dishes. The value was also good, with a very filling meal for two costing about $30. I will definitely return!

Just okay. The restaurant Axum's shiro is MUCH better and tastes more authentic. Fassil is pretty stingy with their injera so be sure to ask for extra if you're ordering to-go.

The food is really tasty and filling! When our food arrived, I thought It wouldn't be enough, but the Injera bread is really filling. We ordered the veggie combo, and the collard greens and yellow split peas were divine! The red lentils were a little bit spicy for me, but If you're used to spicy food you should be fine. $21 for 2 people is pretty good!

What can I say... bold flavours, amazing and friendly service and a cozy interior! Dropped by here when it was cold and cloudy and was so impressed with the service and the quality of the food. I absolutely adore Ethiopian cuisine and this little restaurant did NOT disappoint. I was fearful that most small restaurants would take a big hit during the pandemic and Fassil had been on my list for quite some time, so it was such a relief to see them busy and operating successfully. Thanks for the amazing memories, Fassil! will be back soon.

Friend and I were in town and found this place by doing a simple search and boy were we glad. The parking is mainly street parking, but it wasn't too hard to find and then navigate to the restaurant. The atmosphere of the place was very welcoming. The service was fast and the waitress was very sweet and friendly, also very accommodating by asking if there were any dietary restrictions that we may have!!!! I had the Yebeg Tibs, and it was amazing the level of spicy was just perfect. The portion sizes for each plate was, what I would consider, the perfect portion for a single person. We were able to clean our plate completely. I would highly recommend dropping by this place when you are nearby, or even going out of your way to drive there are try it. Worth the while!

Had takeout from here the other day and it was great! Had the vegetarian platter which was a decent-sized portion, 5 different dishes and 2 large pieces of injera. My favourite was the split pea dish. Will definitely have this again!

It was my first time trying Ethiopian food, but I went with friends who had been there multiple times before (enough times that the owner recognized them and came over to say hi). The staff was very welcoming and kind and food was very tasty! Beware that service is pretty slow, but it gave us plenty of time to catch up so we didn't mind. Some info for first timers: all the food is shared (we ordered the veggie platter plus three meat dishes and we probably could've eaten more) and you eat with your hands, using the wraps provided to gather up the food. The wraps are pretty filling but they also give a very generous amount!

Ethiopian food is the most beautiful, healthy, delicious, and culturally rich food I've ever known. I thank those from Ethiopia who share so graciously their food and their heritage with others. Fassil has the best injera I've ever had, the flavors and textures were perfect and should be celebrated. The vegan menu items are all I ever want to eat for the rest of my life.... The warm and welcoming people who run this restaurant were happy to share and speak about their heritage and mission to preserve and provide traditional food, as they believe it should be. I'm so thankful I was able to enjoy all the love and history Fassil is serving to their community.

I think everything on the menu here is served on injera, which works great for me because it's the reason I came! Injera is delicious, soft, spongy, sour, fermented bread that goes well with the rich stews offered here, a perfect blend of sour and savoury. We shared a lamb dish and the vegetarian combo and it came on the same large injera sheet. The injera and the lamb were very good though I think I've had better of the vegetarian stews, though much of that is just personal preference. I always think the portions are small until I start eating--you get full easily on injera. The restaurant is small but seemed to attract a group of regulars. The menu is small; there are few drink choices and no dessert. The service was good, friendly but not overly so. As with other Ethiopian restaurants I've been to, they usually ask you if you've had Ethiopian food before, probably to alert you ahead of time that you will be eating with your hands. It can get pretty messy towards the end, eating the stew soaked injera that falls apart easily when handled.

First time tried Ethiopian food :) Friendly service, taste was very unique, clean and comfort food to me. Coming back for sure

My fiancee's sister has been coming to this restaurant for several years now and we finally had a chance to try it. Her family absolutely loves Ethiopian food and rightfully so, with the amount of different flavors are in every dish. We had a pretty large order including 3 Lamb tibs and 2 vegetable platters. Unfortunately we had it to go, so the lamb tibs were separated from the injera. This meant I could not have my favorite part which is the injera at the bottom. Everything was amazing from the injera to each side of the vegetable platter. I've only had Ethiopian food at another restaurant in Seattle, and in comparison I found that there were less sides? But what they lacked in quantity they surely made up for in quality.

The food is Amazing, unfortunately when I worked there, the owner/cook would not stop trying to grope my ass and kiss me. He has a history of sexually harassing his waitresses (the one before me as well), so if your server seems distracted, please don't blame them, it is incredibly distracting trying to remember people's orders while also dodging the cook's hands every time you go to the back.

Delicious! Fast service and super nice staff. Good price too. Will definitely come back.

So far the best Ethiopian food I've had in Vancity. Family-run hole in the wall establishment. Service is slow. But again its not a fast food place. Everything is made fresh. About the food, Its served on one big plate and you share. Another thing, no cutlery here. You need fingers to eat this food (So no food for you Jaime Lannister). The meat and the veggies are spread on a soft Ethiopian bread (Ingera). We had : Doro Tibs (chicken breasts) Asa Tibs (Fish) Key Wot (beef stew) Derek Tibs (lamb) Fassil's Vegetarian Combo All the dishes were really good and it was more than enough for 5 of us. We ended up paying 15 bucks each (plus tip). The lady owner is a one man (woman) army. She takes the orders, cooks and serves. Very friendly too. Food : Great Service :Friendly Ambiance : All in all it's just another hole in the wall Worth the price : Yes

Love this place! Come right when you start to feel a bit hungry. Just don't come starving and you'll have a good time, cause the food takes a while to get to the table, but when it does... It's sooo worth the wait! Everything here is great! You can't go wrong.

This is my go-to for healthy, delicious dinner to-go. I've literally ordered it 15+ times in the past 2 months! The vegetarian combo is a solid, well rounded meal. You won't be disappointed!

Walking in at 6pm on a Friday night, we thought it would be busy, as from the outside it looks like a small place. Lucky for us (though somewhat surprising), we had our pick of all the tables! The lady who brought us our menus was quiet, but very sweet. She didn't explain exactly how the cuisine or dinner was supposed to work, but from reading other Yelp reviews we luckily were able to make informed ordering choices. First time having Ethiopian food, and I'm definitely a fan! Super flavourful, and filling. The two of us shared the Fasil's combination - and we were so stuffed that we couldn't even finish it! You use your hands to scoop the injera (traditionally gluten-free!) to pick up the meat and sides. Unless you have a high tolerance for spice, respond that you'd like mild spice. We said a little spicy, and it while the curry was delicious..our mouths were on fire. That being said, we couldn't stop eating. The corn and cabbage-like sides definitely helped to balance out the heat. The chicken portion we received was generous, and while the Fasil's combination is recommended for 2, the dish could more than accommodate a third person sharing as well. Definitely will be having Ethiopian food again, and would be open to returning to Fassil's. May have to bring a few more people to share with so we can try more delicious dishes! Bonus is that it's location is conveniently located along the Broadway 99 route, near the Fraser St stop. Also nearby some good ice cream places, just in case you have room for desert!

This has been my favourite Ethiopian Restaurant in Vancouver for a number of reasons 1. The Indra ( sourdough crepe) is light and not too sour/ strong in taste that it does not overpower the food 2. The food - we had the veggie combo, chicken and lamb . Packed with flavour and spices . Normally I am not a fan of lentils but the way Fassil makes them I am a fan . 3. The service is courtesy but remember to go pay at the counter . This is a small restaurant with 2 people serving For $12- 16 this is really an incredible meal and experience !

Had a great dinner last night, I introduced my mom and girlfriend to some Ethiopian food and they loved it. Their Injera is a bit different from the ones I've had in NYC but they are still good. Their dishes are great and super flavour but not overpowering. The owner is friendly and it's a small restaurant and chill. Restrooms are clean and it's not hard to find the place. Some street parkings around the blocks. They have wine, beer, and pop but I prefer the beer or water. Their water is clean and it doesn't have a weird tap water taste. A couple fruit flies but pretty normal for the summer and it's been pretty hot lately. Not sure if the AC is usually off but just because of the covid19 regulations. If the AC is on it would have been perfect but everything is a bit different since the pandemic so it's understandable. It's not the best Ethiopian food I've had but it's pretty great tbh. It's a place I'd come back to and a place I'd recommend.

Fraser and Broadway normally isn't known for dining, but it turns out there's a nice charming hole in the wall here called Fassil. Parking is available in the evenings. Excellent. The place is a mom + pop + daughter operation, and they are the real deal. I heard them talking in their local dialect. Also there was another table with Ethopians sitting there, also speaking the same language. That passes my authenticity check. The dad was the waiter, and he was very friendly and helpful. As we had no idea what to order, he gave us some suggestions, and told us what he wouldn't recommend as well. Honest opinions are always appreciated. The food consisted of various "piles" of meats and vegetables such as beef, and chickpeas. You also get injera (the traditional Ethopian pancake-looking flatbread) that looks like a thin piece of foam. The traditional way of eating this is with your hands, where you rip off a piece of injera, wipe up some of the piles, and stuff it in your mouth. Pretty cool for sure. Be sure to not wash your hands beforehand, for the full authentic experience. We used up the injera a bit too quickly, but fortunately there were plenty more rolls where those came from. The pricing was very reasonable, at some $13 a person including beers. This restaurant is definitely not your average joint. I must say I did learn a thing or two. Recommended.

ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. We went there in a group of 5. The owner (a very friendly and cheerful guy) came to our table and explained the food and favorites to us. Later in the night, a group of people at the bar were grooving to some African music. My friend joined them, and all of a sudden, everyone there were dancing. It was definitely fun. oh and by the way, food was great too!

First timer for Ethiopian food here and I was not disappointed. This family-owned place is super chill and incredibly friendly and patient for noobs like me. "The Daughter" took her time to let us browse the menu before explaining a few dishes and how they're eaten to us. We opted for the vegetarian combo with beef. I wanted to try the Kitfo (steak tartar) but they were out of it that particular day (Labour Day Monday). The owner came out to apologize for not having it available and explained that on any normal day they would have it - something to try next time I guess! Our platter came out and she walked us through the recommended method on how to eat it - basically tearing up small portions of the injera bread (recommended to use the platter injera first before using the ones in the basket) and pinching each of the curry-styles. The platter does not look like a lot of food for 2 people at first but you get surprisingly full. We had a lot of the injera left over and couldn't believe how the other tables were able to finish it all. Eat with your hands, utensils are frowned upon here!

Delicious flavours!!! Meat was slightly over cooked but we really enjoyed our meal. We tried the veggie combo with lamb and beef stews. Finger licking. Good! The chef came to our table and checked in with everyone to make sure we were enjoying our meal. Service is friendly and even though the restaurant is basic, it's quite cozy. I'd highly recommend this place!

One of my fave neighborhood spots! A cute family-run place with super friendly service, and delicious food that isn't expensive! I usually order the veggie combo, so I haven't tried the meat. But it's tasty and always comes out very quick!

Don't bother going here The owner was nice and came over quickly I ordered dishes he recommended and the lamb curry had a DEAD COCKROACH in it ... called the owner and he did not believe me So I said just give me the cheque and that's it ... he did not take the payment the whole experience was gross as hell

Quaint, small restaurant. Owner was very kind and provided recommendations based on food preference and party size. Fast service. Great-tasting food! Chicken and lamb dishes were amazing!

I had high expectation for this place but it was just ok. I tried to come to Fassil for lunch almost a year ago, website and hours on the door both said open at 11am for lunch. My friend and I waited and waited and it never opened we were limited for time so we left. Disappointed at the time I took Fassil out of my bookmark. Present date, we were invited to Fassil for dinner, I still haven't tried Ethiopian food so I thought of giving it another chance. We came with a party of 6, when our party arrived we were told that a table for a party of 6 is hard to get, huh ok. I thought this place was good for groups? They ended up seating us in a cozy table, which worked out because we all had to share one big plate. The place is small maybe 10 tables with some bar tops, its a family operated restaurant which I loved, where the father is the cook mother and daughter servers so on. The menu is small, Ive never had Ethiopian food before and neither did my companions so we asked our server to help us out. Well we pretty much told her to order for us. Our faith was in her hands. She ordered us several vegetarian dishes Gomen/spinach, Alicha/cabbage, Misr Wot/lentils, Shrowot/chickpeas and meat dishes were Derek tibs/ lamb, doro wot / chicken, kitfo / beef doro tibs / chicken. And it came with injera bread. When the food came to the table we all thought it wasn't enough for the 6 of us but it was just right. Our food came in a big round platter on top of injera bread. Don't forget to wash your hands! No utensils here. Out of all the dishes I really enjoyed the lamb. The flavor stood out more for me. The rest of the dishes seemed too bland and nothing distinct them from each other, maybe its because it was all in a big plate. The description of the dishes seemed so full of flavor, I guess I was just looking for that. The bread was defiantly filling. It went well with the different dishes, looked like a crepe or pancake with a slight sour taste to it. I thought it was good meal but I thought nothing special I thought the flavors could have stood out more just tasted a little bland to me but great price for all 6 of us it was $75. This is my first time having Ethiopian food so maybe I need to give it another chance. So over all it was ok. The service was good, she helped us with our questions, but we had to wave her down for water and bill. Which I understand she was the only server on a Friday night. The cook also came out and greeted us during our meal which was really nice.

Let me say that the food was super tasty, flavourful and delicious. Having said that, the service on my last visit was an all-time low. I am used to slow service in this restaurant and I know to expect that when I go. However, on the last visit, we waited about 10 minutes for our menus, and then 60 minutes for our food. There were two people working in the entire restaurant so when they were both in the kitchen, there was no table service for at least 30 minutes. I know I'm going to return because I really like the food. However, I think people need to know before going that you're likely going to wait a long time and get spotty service while you're there.

Best Ethiopian food I've had in a really long time! So good, we took an order to go AFTER our meal at the restaurant so we could eat it the next day. Get the combo with beef tibs (beef stew). You won't be disappointed. And the owners are so very kind and friendly.

We ordered Combo veggie, it was so good. The portions are good and the size of the other dishes was very good. It was our first time to tried ethiopian food and we loved it. We are sure thar we will go back again soon.

I probably shouldn't be writing at this moment because I may be in a snarky mood after reading Brent B's review from a few months ago. It came across to me as downright racist so I just mostly wanted to comment. First let me point out that there really isn't any such thing as "African food" because Africa is a continent made up of over 60 different nations. That's right, different nations and customs and cultures so you can't make a judgment that Fassil isn't "African" enough. I'm not sure visiting Kenya allows you to judge another country's food based on that visit. Anyways, just wanted to get that off my chest first. I visited Fassil on the night of the blackout a few weeks ago and so it was completely dark but we dined by candle light! it was a full restaurant nonetheless and so the service was slow and I think the cook was cooking by flame (I could be wrong) so the food was slow too but that's to be expected. I enjoyed my meal- veggie platter shared with a few others. Can't complain, it was on par with other Ethiopian restaurants i've been to. Because it was dark I cannot really comment on the ambiance. I don't really have anything negative to say about my experience, but like another yelper mentioned, I will try a few other places before I am back.

Love the food! Everything tasted amazing and the service was great! The vegetarian dishes were to die for and the meat dish was tender and well seasoned.