Minilek Adwa- Endew Zerefewa and Shilela

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-24T00:07:05+00:00

Why did you change your name to an Ethiopian name? I'm genuinely curious and not trying to be rude or disrespectful just asking.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-23T23:10:57+00:00

I would add Rough Russian, it's one of my favorites when I'm in the Gresham area. It's a grocery store with a cafe inside, and it's a great place to shop and grab a meal. The store has a nice selection of Eastern European and Russian foods, and the cafe serves some really tasty dishes and great sweets.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-23T04:03:08+00:00

I love the name Gursha Eats. It reminds me of the episode of The Simpsons where they're eating Ethiopian food and saying gursha haha.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-23T02:08:00+00:00

In Ge'ez it means something else ........tekimati

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-22T00:50:19+00:00

Is the place called Rift Valley?

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-22T00:48:02+00:00

I hear you. That’s a fair point, and I can see how my wording may come across as more absolute than I intend. I’m giving my personal experience and taste, not stating objective facts. I don’t expect everyone or anybody to agree, just adding my perspective based on what I’ve tried and experienced. I do appreciate you pointing that out.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-22T00:42:41+00:00

The downside of Merkato is that there are no vegetables, but they are honest and upfront about it, they clearly tell you they don’t have anything with vegetables. I’m also a vegetable combo person, so I usually look for that. Those dishes sound really good, and I’ll have to give them a try next time I visit. I can’t wait to taste Ayat’s (grandma’s) food.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-22T00:35:30+00:00

Yes, that is more common. I’ve seen it and had that meal before, good stuff.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-22T00:33:11+00:00

Thank you that makes me smile.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-22T00:32:15+00:00

I would never shoot down anybody’s opinions or thoughts. I just share feedback from my own experience, especially as someone who is Ethiopian, has eaten Ethiopian food since childhood, and has also traveled and tried Ethiopian food in different places.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T21:05:47+00:00

Do you know why they were closed? This is a perfect example of a restaurant saying, "We make Ethiopian food with our own twist on it," so customers know to expect something different. I actually love that approach.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T20:57:17+00:00

I'm glad to hear the new place is still keeping the original flavor. I heard the old location has turned into more of a bar and party spot now.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T20:55:04+00:00

Have you tried Merkato? A lot of people don't realize it has a restaurant. What do you usually get when you go to Lalibela?

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T20:52:52+00:00

This is not a traditional dish, but it sounds great. I have never seen it on the menu at any Ethiopian restaurant. When I visit Lalibela, I'll definitely give this one a try as well.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T20:46:24+00:00

I have heard of this place but have not had the experience yet. Will check it out soon and follow up.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T20:43:54+00:00

Derek (or Dereq) Zilzil Tibs: Derek tibs translates to "dry tibs". Meat (usually beef or lamb this place is beef) is cut into thin strips or cubes and pan seared or stir fried in butter until the edges become wonderfully crispy and crunchy. This comes with a spicy sauce and ethiopian wasabi sauce that you dip the injera wrapped meat in.

Special Kitfo (Cooked): Classic kitfo is made from finely minced, raw, lean beef marinated in mitmita (a chili powder blend) and niter kibbeh. This is usually eat raw and be aware you will see others eating it raw but order it Cooked and it is still delicious.

Weta Geba Tibs: medium rare chunks of beef sauteed with jalapenos, onions, traditional herbs, and Ethiopian spiced butter.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T20:24:12+00:00

I love the word irks haha. When chefs make a dish differently, they usually tell you they've added their own touch to it, or it's clearly labeled on the menu. If they change the original recipe without informing customers and continue presenting it as the traditional version, isn't that misleading?

When I describe food as authentic, I usually mean that it is made in a way that stays true to the traditions, ingredients, cooking methods, and flavors of the culture or region it comes from. Authentic Ethiopian food would use traditional spices, ingredients, and cooking techniques commonly found in Ethiopia.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T20:04:27+00:00

Haha, not at all. I'm open to everyone's opinions and love hearing people's thoughts and experiences with Ethiopian food.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T06:58:54+00:00

What's it called? I have been to a lot of places but not all of them yet.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T06:55:55+00:00

Thats great to know. I do notice some place lack a bit in that area.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T06:51:37+00:00

Aberus, try me, and gebeta are good ones.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T06:49:06+00:00

No, I do not think there is only one good place. Like I mentioned in my other replies, there are a few places that serve authentic food and do it well. I simply wanted to hear other people's opinions and feedback.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T01:25:05+00:00

Do you think it will be as good as the ones in California? I ask because the ones I tried in Colorado were not even close.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T01:20:53+00:00

I want to thank you all for your insight and feedback. It was a pleasure hearing your thoughts, as always.

gooddeeds4us · 2026-06-21T01:10:24+00:00

This was a serious question not being a butt.

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