Reviews for Enat Ethiopian - Optimist Hall in Charlotte, NC

Did you know that some of the best Ethiopian food in this country is right here in Charlotte? Well, now you do. I?ve only had... Ethiopian food in other big cities like NYC, Austin, Philly, and the DC area, which in and of itself is a bastion of ethnicfood. Charlotte is getting there but in a sea of burgers, pizzas, and tacos, Enat is a shining beacon. The Good: y?all, thefood is incredible. The best Ethiopian I?ve personally had. We weren?t sure what to order but the very nice guy at the registersuggested the Meat Platter, served family-style for 3-4 people. There were 3 of us and it was a bit too much so it?s probablyperfect for 4. My parents are so hard to please but we all couldn?t stop raving about everything. We got the Sambusa app, and onthe platter: Awaze chicken, Lamb tibs, Derek-style beef tibs, Gomen, Miser, and Shiro and I highly recommend all of it. We metthe owner, who was incredibly sweet, and told us how her mom makes the injera and the pictures of her mom making it displayedaround their stall. I also love that there are two reserved booths for their customers (because we know hunting for a spot at OHcan be challenging). The Meh: nothing! The Bad: nothing! If you?re looking for an authentic, unique experience, I can?trecommend Enat enough. Service with a smile and amazing food?you can tell they?re passionate about what they?re doing because itREALLY comes out in their food and how they interact with customers. It?s only been a week but I already can?t wait to go back! Read more

New cuisine for me, but loved every bit of it and everyone was super friendly. I got the Derek?s style meat, 10/10 choice.

Yummy! It's been a while since I've had some good Ethiopian food! Great service, fast execution, and of course delicious! I had... the vegan plate (I'm not vegan) and of course people joked about it, but when they all tried it they stopped. Meaning everyoneliked it! Thank you for yummy food and great service! Read more

The food was great. They have two seating areas near the front corner which is nice since seating can be limited at Optimist... Hall. I would recommend getting a bench or some other seating if you have a newborn still in a car seat. Otherwise, I wouldrecommend it. Read more

So fresh! So tasty! Amazing team. They were so helpful even though I came late. I love Ethiopian food and I was not disappointed... at all! Def the location to go to if you?re in Optimist Hall! Continued blessings. ????? Read more

Such a great location, great service, and most of all GREEEEEEEEEEEEEEAT food! The staff made sure to explain everything to us... and offered suggestions. While the whole hall is busy, they make sure to take enough time for each customer to get things right.Both locations are awesome but this is my favorite! I will certainly be back and have already told so many about it. When I?mdoubt order the TIBS?. I like spicy but honestly it?s all good! And veggie options. OH AND THE OWNER IS AN ABSOLUTE DOLL!!!! Read more

My God this was amazing. It was my first experience with Ethiopian food and it was great. I got the Tibs which had lamb in a... sauce and two sides for $15. The injera bread was an amazing accompaniment. I highly recommend to anyone. The staff werefriendly and helped me work through the menu too! Read more

Was so excited to try Enat Ethiopian and Optimist Hall in Charlotte North Carolina. It was really good. I had the lamb with the... red lentils and the chickpea salad. Everything was delicious. Love the sponge bread as well. Can?t wait to go back and trysomething new. Read more