Dama Restaurant - Arlington

#10 - Vegetarian - Arlington, #23 - Cafés - Shirlington, Ethiopian
1503 Colombia Pike Arlington, CA 22204, United States
Dishes: 13
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Dama Restaurant 1503 Colombia Pike Arlington, CA 222...
Phone
+17039203559
+17039205620

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Located in the DC area, this Ethiopian restaurant has been hailed as one of the top two in the region. Serving up delicious kitfo and lamb tibs, customers have raved about the fantastic flavors. The attached market and cafe offer a variety of treats to take home, including the highly recommended habesha beer and pastries. The bakery is a standout, with customers praising the unbelievably good cake that rivals those found in cake capitals like Austria. The coffee is also highly praised. While some have noted unfriendly staff at the store, the fantastic products make it worth a visit. Families and Ethiopian food enthusiasts alike have found this spot to be a perfect choice, with amazing dishes and an array of pastries to enjoy. For those looking for the best cakes, including vegan options, this is the place to go. The Ethiopian owners and staff are friendly and accommodating, making the experience even more enjoyable. Despite some minor issues with the food being greasy and the pound cake being dry, the coffee velvet and tiramisu cakes were outstanding. Authenticity and vegan options make this spot a great choice for those looking for a unique and delicious dining experience. With a family-friendly atmosphere, great bakery, and hidden gem status, this restaurant in Arlington is not to be missed.

Last update: 10.03.2025

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★ 4.3 / 5 from 1155 reviews

Was Eric Lee at Dama Restaurant a mag?
Easily one of the top two Ethiopian restaurants I’ve been to in the DC area. Had kitfo and lamb tibs. Both were fantastic- kitfo was amazing for me and lamb for my girlfriend. Has a market and cafe right next door, picked up a six pack of habesha and pastries on the way out! View all feedback.

What Abir N dislikes about Dama Restaurant:
If you are craving for a good quality of food you should not consider this place! We stopped by to try the pastry and the cake tastes awful, it tastes terrible and old! When we talked to the owner or whoever manages this place was very rude and he doesn't have any curtsy to apologize or offer anything else! One of our worst experiences and will never come back again. View all feedback.

hirute
Hirute 17.08.2023 - 11:08

Great bakery! The cake is best I have ever had!!!! True Ethiopian cake. There is a store and restaurant attached. The store had this amazing wine!!!! The store staff are sooooo unfriendly, but products made the stop worth dealing with crabby people.

mim-17
Mim 17.08.2023 - 11:08

My kids are from Ethiopia and we LOVE Ethiopian food! We were so excited to find this place close to where we were staying in DC and it was perfect! The good was amazing! Also, don't miss the pastries next door! It was a perfect meal!

eric-97
Eric 17.08.2023 - 11:08

Easily one of the top two Ethiopian restaurants I’ve been to in the DC area. Had kitfo and lamb tibs. Both were fantastic- kitfo was amazing for me and lamb for my girlfriend. Has a market and cafe right next door, picked up a six pack of habesha and pastries on the way out!

c-user-670
C 17.08.2023 - 11:08

Ridiculously good cake at the bakery. I’ve spent time in Austria and other cake capitals and let me tell you, this is the real deal. Coffee is great too. This place is a gem.

liz-878
Liz 17.08.2023 - 11:08

Nice place with delicious food and friendly staff. It was my first time trying Ethiopian food and it definitely did not disappoint! Will be returning soon!

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