Lalibela restaurant LLC

With all the raving reviews here, I was really expecting exceptional. I’ve decided that I just don’t like Ethiopian food. At 8pm on Tuesday, the place was empty. We were the only customers until one man came to get a to-go order. Other than him, it stayed empty. The owner was in the back and took a while before coming out to greet us (probably because the place was empty). They don’t give you utensils - it could be that they don’t use it in Ethiopian culture, or that the server/owner forgot. We wanted to ask for them, but he went back inside and didn’t come out though we tried calling out a few times. We saw some spoons on the counter, though, and ended up using them. We could have eaten the meat with the bread, but there was also salad and it just wasn’t finger friendly. Meat sambusa A meat filled appetizer, kinda like a triangular empanada. This was a tasty appetizer, but I’m a little spoiled, and some cheese inside would’ve made a huge difference. It didn’t feel so different that it was fine just as it was, and there was something reminiscent of an empanada that kept making me wish there was some cheese in it. Beef wot fit fit It’s beef cuts tossed with the sour bread and green peppers, served with more sour bread (injera). The beef smelled funny. It was a different cut of meat from the other beef dish we had. Awaze tubs This was the marinated beef tossed with veggies and served with salad and injera. This was the yummiest of the bunch. It wasn’t that spicy, but had nice flavors and the beef was tender. Beef key wot Minced beef infused with sauce. Reminded me of chili. With some ketchup. Something familiar but couldn’t really place my finger on it. I’m always up to trying new foods and was really hoping to like it here. Though it wasn’t my personal cup of tea, I may still grow to like Ethiopian fare and when I do, I may become a fan. I hope so!

I had a fantastic meal and Lalibela after stopping by two other Ethiopian restaurants that appeared closed. It was a quiet evening and I was the first diner of the evening. Another family came after me. The service was attentive and the food was delicious. I loved the sambusa appetizer as well as the combination vegetarian meal.

My husband & I went here on a road trip touring different restaurants from Diners, drive-ins & dives. We were so excited to try Ethiopian food as neither of us have ever tried it. We came in and were immediately greeted with a warm welcome and ice waters. We were also recommended to try the sampler dish for two. It was perfect and delicious!

We like Ethiopian food in general and decided to try this place while visiting Sioux Falls. I called about a reservation on a Saturday night, but the owner said it was not necessary. Management was very friendly when we arrived. We got a two-combo vegetarian plate and a multi-combo meat plate, along with Ethiopian beer which my husband said was pretty good. Tasty food. It’s always different eating with hands for the first few minutes and then seems normal. Worth a visit!

Surprised to see that there were quite a few Ethiopian restaurants during the stay in Sioux Falls a few weeks ago, we decided to give it a try. The owner was very nice to explain to us about the food on the menu, and a little about the culture. We enjoyed the food, especially tasty to eat with our own hands, we also like the decoration

Try the buffet on Saturday or Sunday! If you're new to Ethiopian cuisine, Lalibela is the way to do it. The buffet will give you the injira (flat bread) plus all sorts of stews to go with it like tibs, shiro, and gomen. Try them all - or go for a more American option. If you're there during the week, try the sambusas (fried veg or meat pies), as they're terrific.

It's the first time I try Ethiopian food and I got surprised! Each part of the combination had very rich flavors. The service was friendly and the environment was comforting. I think I'll go there again.

This place has amazing food, a great atmosphere, and some how is never busy when I come through. I don't live in Sioux Falls, but this place is the top of my list for restraints to visit whenever I come through. My favorite dish is the Atkilt.