Ice N Slice

If you're looking for a place where bold flavors meet a cozy, homey atmosphere, this family-style Ethiopian fusion restaurant is an absolute must-visit. I've been here multiple times, and every single experience has been nothing short of stellar. From the inventive menu to the warm customer service, it's a true treasure in the culinary world.The food? Simply phenomenal. The doro wot pizza is my personal favorite--an absolute masterpiece that marries traditional Ethiopian spices with the cheesy, crispy goodness of pizza. The flavors are so vibrant and well-balanced, every bite feels like a celebration. And the mango smoothie? Oh, don't even get me started! It's like they've taken the freshest, ripest mangoes and blended them into pure sunshine. It's hands-down the best smoothie I've ever had, and trust me, I've tried a lot.The menu also has delightful surprises, including pizzas with other creative toppings, ice cream that's perfectly creamy, and a few other items that showcase their mastery of fusion cuisine. There's something for everyone, but every dish is crafted with such care that you'll want to try it all.The ambiance is just as impressive as the food. The environment is calming and homey, with a warmth that makes you want to linger a little longer. And the customer service? Absolutely top-notch. The staff are friendly, attentive, and make you feel like family from the moment you step in.Whether it's your first visit or your tenth, this restaurant never misses. It's the kind of place that keeps you coming back for more, not just for the food but for the experience. Do yourself a favor and make this your next dining destination--you won't regret it!

Listennnn! This place is filled with deliciousness!! I wish I had taken a picture of our pizza, but we forgot and started eating right away. We got half and half, I ate the Addis Ababa and my friend had the Merkato. The Addis Ababa is a flavor combo that is simply stupendous! The cabbage and lentils were the highlight for me. I also really enjoyed the crust! And you must, when I say must, I mean must try the "secret sauce" directly on the pizza. It takes the flavors to the next level. I also highly recommend the house made tea! More deliciousness!! Not only is the food fantastic, the service is top tier!! It's giving family restaurant and you're always welcome here. I wish I lived in the neighborhood, so I could go regularly.Good food takes time, so don't come here trying to rush the process. Enjoy the experience and you won't be disappointed!

Ethiopian fusion pizza is the sort of thing you'd really only find in DC. This place is prominent and distinctive. It appeared that only outdoor seating was available, which won't work for all conditions so you may need to be thinking takeout. They only offer pizzas in one size, and I had doubts whether the $30+ with tax and tip would be worthwhile. However, lugging this monstrosity of a pizza back to my car certainly convinced me that it was heavy enough.Notably, I ordered a pizza based on ful, which was listed without cheese and yet, as one can see by the accompanying picture, came with cheese on it. Since I am not a vegan and hate to waste food, I just took it, but for those actively trying to avoid dairy, you unfortunately would be well advised to make extra sure that your order is correct. However, I think the end result to be well worthwhile. I thought it might just be a plain pizza with fava beans replacing tomato sauce, but it in fact came with a variety of vegetables including mushrooms, peppers, and spinach. The fava beans make it even more filling than a normal pizza. It was flavorful by itself, but some extra sauces were included, one a sweet, spicy and sticky one, and the other mint-based. I used them for the crust.I deducted a star for service because of the lack of clarity in the menu and because of not quite getting what I thought I ordered, but if you are the sort of person who hears "Ethiopian fusion pizza" and thinks "I need to try this" (as opposed to "this is absurd"), then I commend you to this unique establishment.

Can't say enough good things about the pizza here! The doro wot pizza especially is amazing. I went with two friends and 1 pizza was exactly the right amount for 3 people. Everyone who worked here was so friendly and checked in on us, made sure liked everything, etc.! My friend tried the ice cream, and the vanilla bean one was solid. The pistachio had a bit of an odd texture and more of an almond flavor. It's definitely pricey ($40 for a large pizza), but it was super unique and delicious - I'll come back to try more flavors for sure. They have a huge menu and I'm looking forward to trying more of it. I just wish they sold some by the slice so I could sample a bunch of flavors at once, but that probably just means I need to come in a larger group. I definitely recommend coming here!

Okay yes. On my way to what I thought was my last dodgeball game (long story), I knew that once it ended that Ice N Slice would be closed, so I decided to head into town a little early and finally try them out. It was not a long walk from the metro -- maybe 5 minutes. You can see a sign right on the corner of Georgia Ave, but you have to walk around to the main entrance. So you order outside, and there are a bunch of tables and menus to look at. There they were... big pictures of the Ethiopian pizzas I so wanted to try. Given the name, I was hoping I would be able to grab pizza by the slice, but I was limited to whole ones... but YOLO! After hearing the descriptions of each one from the lovely staff, I decided to get half Addis Ababa (veggie) and half spicy beef. It was ready in about 15 minutes and I couldn't help but take a slice as soon as I got the box. So I opened it, it was PIPING hot. And I was surprised to see small ramekins inside the box... there was honey and a green sauce (not sure what it was, I didn't ask... but it was yummy). The spicy beef was really REALLY spicy. I was quite pleased, but whew it is definitely not for the faint of heart! Once I got to my other destination I tried the veggie, which was a nice cooler option... but the flavor of the lentils, chickpeas, spinach and more really set it off! I kind of expected the crust to have some wild injera spin on it, but it was just a standard crust -- it was still delicious, don't get me wrong! This was definitely a novelty pizza that I would gladly have again. I'd love to try their ice cream flavors and other options on the menu as well! Ethiopian wraps sound like a winner too. I'll be back!

I got takeout from Ice N Slice and was blown away by how amazing the pizza tasted. We ordered the Addis Ababa Vegetarian Pizza and it was so delicious! I have always loved Ethiopian food and DC had some of the best Ethiopian food and this was no exception. I loved the concept of Ethiopian pizza, the curries on the pizza tasted so good and the dipping sauces provided on the side were so delicious as well. For two people, one pizza is more than enough the portion size is so big that we even had plenty of leftovers. I would highly recommend this place to all my friends and will definitely order this again.

I absolutely adore unique finds, and this is definitely a gem in its own right. Ethiopian pizza? Say no more!! I couldn't choose between Doro Wat and Merkato, so I got half and half. Neither one disappointed! It's the best pizza I've had in awhile. Even the crust is unique, and you're gonna want some more of that green sauce, so gon'head and get yourself a lil' extra. That's all I'm gonna say about it because everyone needs to try how incredible it is for themselves.It's a walk-up and order type of establishment with outdoor seating. They were so unbelievably kind and accommodating, too! It was raining the day I went (September 9, 2023), so they let me wait inside and sip some hot tea. Good food, good people - who could ask for more?Their menu is quite overwhelming in the best way possible, so I can't wait to return and try their other menu items.

No better place to get Ethiopian pizza than here!!! The decor is a bit chaotic and overwhelming with pictures and words, but it's honestly kinda camp LOL Graphic designers would cry looking at this place. Currently it's take-out only, but plenty of outdoor seating at the patio! The cashier was extremely nice and helpful with her suggestions.We got half Doro Wat (chicken stew + boiled eggs) and half Addis Ababa (veggie). Both had generous portion of toppings and were soooo flavorful. The Doro Wat came with honey on the side while the Addis Ababa came with a spicy green herb sauce on the side! I feel like one pizza can easily fill up 3-4 people since it's SO BIG. So worth the price!!

Very cool place! Was very intrigued by the thought of Ethiopian pizza and of course love the folks behind Heat Da Spot and want to support them in everything they do. We ordered 2 pizzas: the Merkato and the Doro Wat. I liked the Merkato best of the two (the doro wat had chicken on the bone which is a little complicated to eat on top of pizza). The flavor of both was top notch and I'd definitely come back to try more of their specialty pizzas!

Great experience with family-like hospitality. Felt welcomed from the minute we walked in the door with my family. If the experience was great, then the food was phenomenal. I've been here several times and will keep coming back!!