Axum Ethiopian

Walk-ins are welcome and most nights you can be seated without one. For large groups on weekends, calling ahead is the safer move since the private side room seats about 30.

Axum is moderately priced, with most mains under thirty dollars and lunch deals that fill you up. The combination platters are generous enough to share between two.

The vegetarian combo with lentils and vegetable wots is a menu staple, and fresh-baked injera bread comes with every main. Most of the vegetable and lentil dishes are naturally vegan.

Spice levels run from mild to quite hot depending on the dish. Tell the staff your heat preference when you order and they will point you to the right plates.