Megenagna Mart and Cafe

The food was amazing - the nicely sour spongy bread, curries and veggie dishes, and especially the traditional coffee. The service felt like we were guests in their home, so warm and welcoming. The hostess served us coffee and popcorn in the traditional way, which felt like a performance. We sat in special space, immersed in incense and the smoke & smell of freshly roasted coffee, sitting on traditional stools and chatting after the meal. A very memorable experience!

The food was super delicious! We had the yellow lentils and veggie platter and everything had so much flavor! The injera was especially delicious and we couldn't get enough of it. The best part? You can buy some fresh injera or spices in the attached market. We're surprised it wasn't busier than it was but it was nice to have a quiet meal :)

This place is authentic Ethiopian cuisine. It was fresh and had great flavor. My partner and I both had the Veggie Combo, which was good. The injera was very fresh. Added bonus they have Ethiopian beer and wine! It is attached to a mart, which also sells the Ethiopian beers which was good to know.

I had an incredible dining experience at Megenagna Mart and Cafe. The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff was both friendly and attentive. The restaurant beautifully captures the richness of Ethiopian cuisine, coupled with the warmth of a traditional coffee ceremony. The relaxed atmosphere added to the inviting charm of the place.

Delicious Ethiopian food! Spicy but not too hot, just how I like it. And gluten free!

Good food, tasty but the portion is a bit small. May come back to try more of their breakfast items

Great food great prices. I had the vegetarian sampler and a bottle of wine. The atmosphere is similar to a diner, the store was fun to browse. Definitely worth checking out for some yummy food.

Our dear friend Yonye, ​​first of all, you opened the communication, many of us have benefited because our country is not close to us, because you made us see the small Ethiopia. We appreciate and tank you

It's not much to behold, little more than a few tables in the back of a small grocery store, but the Ethiopian eats are one point. Of course, you need the veggie combo to try a little bit of everything, but my favorite dish was actually the yetsom firfir; injera mixed with a rich tomato, red bell pepper, and onion stew. I regret not getting a better photo of it; it's the lump covered by more injera in the back. Peep the spirals of teff flatbread sneaking out from underneath to get an idea of what to expect, but you should really try it for yourself. It's incredibly umami, highly seasoned without being spicy, and just everything I'm craving on a gloomy weather day.

This place is fairly new. It opened in 2023 and appears to be locally owned. This is a store and cafe. You can find spices, coffee, ceramics, and other items in addition to food. We ordered the beef awaze tibs and vegetarian platter. The awaze tibs were not good. I'd give the awaze tibs 2/5 stars. The meat was tough and very very bland. I'm not sure if it was just an off day or what. The vegetarian plate was divine and completely blew us away. The veggie plate is a solid 5/5 stars.

Wow! This place has the best coffee in Austin! I usually put cream in my coffee; I find black coffee to be undrinkable -- but not here! Cream would ruin it! I hope this place stays around!