Meskerem
$$ - average
Ethiopian/Eritrean
Ethiopian
Offers standard Ethiopian fare with a vegetarian section clearly marked. Dishes include Shiro Wat, Misir Wat, Kik Alicha, and about 6 more entrees, or try a mesob sampler for $11 a person.
There's plenty of seating - including mesobs for those who want a more authentic eating experience.
Meskerem is open until midnight or later, great for night owls.
On 18th street, right in the heart of Adams Morgan's commercial district. Meskerem is just south of the intersection with Columbia Road, kitty corner across the street from Asylum.
The Woodley Park/Adams Morgan and Dupont Circle metro stops are each about a 10 minute walk away.
Added by phavardel on Sep 12 06 (updated Sep 12 06)
Reviews
I ordered the sampler vegetarian platter which was quite good. The food was different than what I am used to: there was nothing spicy and a number of the dishes seemed sweeter. I really liked this actually and I would certainly like to eat it again! However, the two-person platter was smaller and more expensive that what I am used to ($22). I'd rather go to Lalibela, which has great food for a much cheaper price.
I've eaten at Meskerem twice and was very happy.
First, I was happy with how late they were open.
Second, I was happy with the portions, they'll definitely fill you up.
And last, the food was some of the best Ethiopian I've had. The Shiro Wat in particular was great - definitely the best I've found anywhere.
Absolutely delicious Ethiopian food and good portions. I was really happy that they're open late and that they are able to accommodate a large group (large seeting area downstairs), although the service was really slow.
I always get the vegetarian platter here that comes with yellow split peas, red lentils, greens, tomato salad, potato salad, green beans, and potato/cabbage/carrot mix. My favorite is the potato salad. It's slightly light a tart, but I haven't seen it at too many Ethiopian restaurants and it compliments the other dishes well.