Eatopia Eatery

Eatopia Eatery sits on U St NW between 13th and 14th St. However, as soon as you walk inside, you easily forget where you are. The vibe inside has an upscale feel with low warm lighting throughout and dark walls filled with artwork. They also play low music and occasionally light incense. The customer service was great. During our meal, the owner occasionally walked around and checked in on guests to ensure their experience was good. We started with spinach sambussas and tuna kitfo. The spinach sambussa didn't have a traditional look, the breading was softer, longer and cut diagonally; just an overall more upscale presentation. The tuna kitfo was surprisingly good. It's minced and raw but the flavor was so good and smokey; it comes with collard greens and injera. For our main dish, we decided to go with veggie communal platter as well as a deep fried whole fish. The whole fish was my absolute favorite. It's full of flavor and filled with onion and green peppers. Everything was very tasty. At some point, I made my way to the restroom and was thrilled it was spacious, clean and smelled nice. The water came out automatically and hot when I went to wash my hands. That was a nice surprise since I've gotten used to expecting cold water. Overall we had such a great experience. The owner suggested we return for brunch and we noticed they advertise live jazz on Mondays from 7-10p. I will absolutely return and highly, highly recommend!

Ok so my gf and I saw this restaurant on Instagram and had to try due to how bomb the pictures looked. We booked a reservation about 2 weeks out and baby it was well worth the wait! 1st off, walking in was complete ambiance. We went at 5:30pm on a Sunday night. Once we sat, we immediately admired the decor, color balances and art. The restaurant is set in black and gold- royal. They dimmed the lights around 6 and it was perfect.The waitresses were super patient as we were a little undecided about what to order. The manager came around at least 3 times during our visit to make sure we were good. We ended up ordering 4 different things and every single one was amazing. I've had Ethiopian cuisine plenty of times at other places but this restaurant topped them all just because of the flavor of the whole fried fish ( tilapia). When it came out I told my gf I wanted to have awaze sauce with it ( the dark red smokey, spicey tomato based sauce), but once I tried it, it wasn't needed! Not to mention all the other items we had along with our fish! We started with spinach sambuca, the minced tuna ( its raw but delicious), the veggie communal platter for 2, and 2 orders of the fried fish. My gf was even dancing a lil bit when the food came lol. Overall, this restaurant left no crumbs and neither did we!! I'll definitely be back very soon to try the live jazz night and brunch.

Eatopia has stolen my heart! From the moment we walked in, the experience was incredible. The food was absolutely phenomenal--each dish had perfect flavor, texture, and taste. We started with the awaze tibs, which were incredibly tender with just the right amount of heat and flavor. The portion size was huge--definitely enough for two.The veggie combo platter was a highlight, offering a delicious mix of salad, collard greens, cabbage, red beans, lentils, and more (I'm probably forgetting something, but everything was so well-seasoned and tasty). The wait staff was on top of everything. We didn't even notice our injera getting low, but without asking, our server quietly came over to refill it--small but thoughtful touches like that made a big impact.The honey wine here is a must-try--super smooth and flavorful. There was also a live band, which added to the vibrant atmosphere. The interior is decorated with beautiful artwork that really adds to the experience.The only downside is that parking can be tricky depending on the time of day, but it's absolutely worth it. We can't wait to come back and try more

Came here to eat after a show at the Lincoln Theatre with a friend. We ended up getting the Digis Ultimate Communal Platter because it was a mix of a little bit of everything. It came out and was so big it basically took over the entire table which was great considering the price. All the food was delicious and I would definitely order it again. I like that it's a little more upscale which is something different.

Keeping it short and simple, just go. Atmosphere, food, presentation, service, entertainment (Mondays) all great. 10/10, can't wait to return.

The review is solely for the quality of food and the service we received during Saturday lunch. The place is probably understaffed so it took a few summons and forever to get our orders in. The food arrived 45mins later with some of it cold! The chicken tibs was okay, the veggie platter and rest of the plant food was just fine. Pretty sure there was an issue in the kitchen that day because everyone was delayed! Issues are understandable but communication could be better. The owner (presumably) was apologetic and gave us a couple of appetizers on the house since those were also delayed and came after the main course.There was some electrical work going on very close to our table which was a little noisy and bothering and I just wonder if they could have scheduled that after hours (not a wild expectation considering this is an upscale place).The good - never been to an Ethiopian place with such beautiful interior! The support staff is kind and helpful. This place could be great if the issues are ironed out. We may be back in a few months to give it another try.

I'm a huge fan of Ethiopian cuisine and the DMV has many options. I recently saw this restaurant on social media and had to come check it out. Absolutely worth a visit!They're fairly new - about 7 months. It's asthectically pleasing and the customer service is amazing! The artwork is a very nice touch. The vibe is very classy and modern. Our server was attentive. The manager came around to check on us. I got the awaze lamb tibs! It was delicious - spicy and flavorful. I needed extra injera and they were very generous. My friend got the vege platter and she was pleased with her meal. There's a full bar! They have the honey wine but I didn't get any this time. They offer specialty cocktails.Thank you for a great experience.

Im soooo glad I discovered @eatopiaeatery on U Street yesterday. Meeting the owner and enjoying their delicious homemade honey wine made the experience even more special. The ambiance is warm, open, and truly family-driven, with the husband managing the front, the wife running the kitchen, and the mother-in-law contributing to its charm.The spicy red lentils were the best I've ever had, and the dohuat sauce was exquisite. The location is convenient, and the space is spotless--including the squeaky-clean bathroom, which I always consider a sign of a well-run establishment. I'll definitely be back. #FOODIES #FoodiesDC #ethiopianfood

When they say "Love is in the food"...they mean it!! Ethiopian food is by far one of my favorite cuisines. I've been to a ton of different restaurants, some of which were in the U street area. This is by far my absolute favorite!! Not only is the food out of this world, the restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful. It's grown and sexy with lots of cultural touches. It's a great spot for a date, girls night out, or special occasions. For me the highlights were for sure the food, but also the service! We had an amazing waitress who helped with making our food selection. For the two of us we went with the meat Sambusa (comes with 2 cut in half), the veggie combo, kitfo, and the Eatopia Tibs (these were the most flavorful and tender tibs I've ever had). This was definitely a lot of food for the two of us, but it allowed us to try a bit of everything. I can't say enough great things about this place. I really hope more people discover this gem and make it their go-to Ethiopian spot. They have Jazz on Thursdays and a DJ on Fridays. When we left around 8pm on a Friday night it still wasn't very packed. I'm sure in time this won't be the case. I can't wait to get back. Welcome to DC, Eatopia!!

YES. So good. Toasted injera is a revelation. Cheeses: don't miss them. Mushroom tibs w cabbage side... mmmmmm. Server is lovely. Jazz is lovely. 10/10.