Awash Restaurant Review:
Set on the Indian eatery-lined stretch of East Sixth Street between First and Second Avenues, Awash's subterranean dining room is cozy and dimly lit. Eating Ethiopian works thusly: diners choose three to five dishes; they arrive all at once on a massive plate, atop spongy bread called injera. Diners tear off pieces of injera and mop up the stewed meats and spicy vegetables. Start with the...
Established in 1995, Awash's East Village location has become popular with local Ethiopian expatriates and is frequented by the New Yorkers. Combining contemporary decor with rustic and warm color scheme, Awash Restaurant offers a relaxed environment. Featuring Ethiopian art and an impressive portrait collection of past Emperors.
"Different experience" seekers tout this "unsung", utensil-free Ethiopian trio where "delectable" stews are scooped up with "just-right" injera flatbread; "decidedly relaxed" service and settings that "need sprucing up" come with the territory, but at least you'll walk out awash with cash.
Editorial Review by Citysearch Editors:
Ethiopian restaurant serving vegetarian, lamb, chicken and beef dishes in the East Village.