For those who’ve never tried it, Ethiopian food is a true culinary adventure. Long-simmering stews of lamb or chicken, beef tartars (called keftas), and grilled beef dishes (tibs) are dusted with a slow-burning spice mix called berbere, giving many dishes an eye-opening wallop. Onion, ginger, and cinnamon, important supporting characters, lend sweetness and depth of flavor. And because the Orthodox Ethiopian religious calendar requires numerous days be set aside for meat-free fasts, lentils, collard greens, potatoes, and other vegetables are the focus of a number of dishes, making this an excellent cuisine for vegetarians. Most fun of all, Ethiopian cuisine banishes the fork. Instead, your dishes are served on a pizza-sized round of injera, a winningly sour, spongy bread, that diners use to scoop up their meals. Yup, you get to eat with your hands! Though some might disagree, I’d say that Zoma serves the best Ethiopian in NYC, in a spare but elegant room.
New York City
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New York City› Restaurant
Zoma
2084 Frederick Douglas Blvd (at 113th St.)
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Harlem
Hours
Mon–Tues 5–10pm, Wed–Fri 5−11pm, Sat noon–11pm, Sun noon–10pm
Transportation
Subway: B, C to Cathedral Pkwy
Phone
212/662-0620
Prices
Main courses $17–$24
Cuisine Type
Ethiopian
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2084 Frederick Douglas Blvd New York CityNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.