Ethiopian near U St/ 9th (DC)

[alopez]

I'm taking a group for Ethiopian near U St/9th later in the week (for logistical reasons, I'm ruling out other Ethiopian places, hence NoVA Ethiopian, or Ethiopic are out, although many of them sound interesting). I'm in Baltimore now, and I haven't lived in DC for over three years, so my knowledge is a little rusty -- I used to frequent Queen Makeda, and I've been to Habesha Market, Etete and Dukem and several other places many times, but I'm not sure what the current best is, though I gather that QM is gone, while Etete and Dukem are still popular. Any other recs? Anyone been to Shashamene (mentioned by Tyler Cowen)? Other things I shouldn't miss?

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Etete
1942 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

Queen Makeda
1917 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

[Elyssa]

In that area Etete remains my favorite.

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Etete
1942 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

[Steve]

Etete has the best menu (most interesting choices). Must reserve for the group. Adding the fish for $2 to the vegetarian platter is a steal.

[Marty L.]

Been hearing good things about Zenebech Injera, but till haven't made it over there. Any recent reports?

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Zenebech Injera
608 T St NW, Washington D.C., DC 20001

[Steve]

I have not been yet..... but it sounds like a good candidate for a lunch.

[c oliver]

From a bunch of good and great meals we had while in DC, Etete was right up there at the top.

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Etete
1942 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

[woodleyparkhound]

Etete is my favorite. How big is your group?

I've never been to Shashamene (nor have I heard of it till now).

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Etete
1942 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

[alopez]

Group is only six, would that require a reservation?

Here is what I've read about Shashamene:
http://tylercowensethnicdiningguide.com/?p=703
http://www.yelp.com/biz/shashamene-wa...

[Steve]

Etete can be very popular at dinner time. If you can reserve, you should do it.

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Etete
1942 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

[Elyssa]

I would make one just to be certain that you get a table.