Birndo Restaurant and Bar

Me and my group really enjoyed this restaurant. We got the Yeshekla Tibs (top and bottom) which were a table favorite and Geba Weta (middle) which was also very delicious. Others in our group thankfully got a plate with collard greens to balance the meat, so all-in-all the meal was delicious. The staff was nice and fast relative to how insanely busy it was. The restaurant was very nice on the inside, almost like fine dining with a track for your purse and everything. The parking and facade outside does leave you wanting, but no where near a deal breaker. Wonderful place I'm sure to go to again.

Birndo Restaurant and Bar is easily one of the best places in the DMV for Ethiopian food, especially if you love raw meat dishes like tere siga, along with excellent tibs, kitfo, and a wide variety of other traditional Ethiopian meals. The flavors are authentic, well-seasoned, and consistently high quality. While the restaurant is on the pricier side, and weekends often come with a 10–20 minute wait (sometimes a bit longer) to get a table, both the wait and the prices are absolutely worth it for the quality of food and overall experience. The staff are friendly and welcoming, adding to the warm atmosphere. If you’re looking for top-tier Ethiopian cuisine in the DMV, Birndo is definitely a place to visit.

I had never been to Birndo before, even though I’d always wanted to try it since it’s known as a popular Ethiopian restaurant in the DMV area. Unfortunately, my first visit a few weeks ago with friends was disappointing. The service felt unprofessional, with servers not even once checking on us after the food was served and taking a long time to bring the bill once we were finished. As for the food, the tibs were overly oily, and the kikil had very few pieces of meat, which made the overall experience even more underwhelming.

Amazing food and great service! The place has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Prices are fair for the quality, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. Definitely coming back soon! ➡️ Alulla- really appreciate your service also thank you for looking out for us.

Hands down, this is the best Tere Siga in town! While it’s on the pricier side and you definitely need to order ahead, the quality makes it worth it. The service is top-notch with a very well-trained staff. Also, a huge plus: I finally found an Ethiopian restaurant with a truly clean bathroom!