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Welcome To Balagger Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar
At Balagger Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar, we celebrate the rich tapestry of Ethiopian cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Located in Falls Church, VA, our story is rooted in authentic flavors and cherished traditions. From tantalizing breakfast options like Chechebsa to hearty lunch and dinner dishes such as Geba Wotta, each meal is crafted with care, using homemade spices and quality ingredients. Our caring staff prioritizes excellent service, making each visit a memorable experience. Customers rave about our generous veggie combos and the delightful taste of traditional injera. At Balagger, every dish tells a story—come savor ours!
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Balagger Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar
Welcome to Balagger Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar, a true gem nestled in the heart of Falls Church, Virginia. Located at 3813 S George Mason Dr Suite - E & F, this culinary oasis offers an authentic taste of Ethiopia right in your neighborhood. If you’re seeking a vibrant dining experience enriched with tradition and flavor, Balagger is the place to be.
What sets Balagger apart is its commitment to authenticity. This restaurant captures the essence of Ethiopian cuisine, presenting dishes that speak volumes about its culture and history. The menu boasts a delightful mix of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, each crafted to perfection. For breakfast, you can indulge in the Chechebsa, a flat whole wheat bread infused with homemade spices and Ethiopian butter, or the hearty Ful, a savory Fava bean dish garnished with fresh veggies. Each dish is a testament to the rich culinary practices of Ethiopia, earning rave reviews from locals and foodies alike.
- Dullet: A mouthwatering mix of carefully cleaned lamb tripe, kidney, and liver, harmoniously blended with lean red meat for just $15.
- Geba Wotta: Tenderloin beef cooked to perfection with onion and jalapeno, priced at a delightful $14.
- Quanta Firfir: Dried beef expertly tossed with injera, capturing the soul of Ethiopian comfort food for only $12.
But it doesn’t stop there. Balagger caters to vegetarian diners with an extensive and flavorful veggie combo, featuring an array of colorful and seasoned vegetables served over injera. Many customers rave about the shiro, a well-seasoned chickpea stew, which holds its own as a comforting favorite.
As you sip on their selection of wines—whether a crisp white from France or a robust red from Italy—you’ll find that the carefully curated beverage offerings complement the rich spices and flavors of the meals. The inviting atmosphere, combined with attentive service led by staff like Rozina, ensures each visit is memorable. Diners leave praising both the food and the impeccable hospitality, with many expressing a desire to return.
From the hearty breakfast options to the flavorful lunch and dinner dishes, Balagger Ethiopian Restaurant & Bar is more than just a dining destination; it’s an experience steeped in culture and joy. Whether you’re a newcomer to Ethiopian cuisine or a seasoned enthusiast, you’ll discover a world of flavors that tantalize and satisfy. So why not gather your friends or family, and embark on a unique culinary journey at Balagger? You won’t regret it!
For reservations or inquiries, you can reach out at +1 703-379-7799. We hope to see you enjoying the warmth and vibrance of Ethiopian dining soon!
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“ Vegetables combo with special gored gored and Yetashe Kift together for big meal, the seasoning of the food is great, variety veggie option with different seasoning and make sure try with original Ethiopia Enjer which little more sour and tangy flavor to accommodate food together well. ”
“ The most delicious authentic Ethiopian cuisine in northern Virginia ”
“ Absolutely delicious! I ordered their veggie combo from UberEats, which includes cabbage shiro, lentil kik alicha (stewed yellow lentils), spicy red lentils, green lentils, collard greens, and a salad. All of these dishes were served on a bed of injera, and the order came with another piece of injera folded up and left on top. Everything was incredibly tasty and, even after traveling about 30 minutes across Virginia, was still the perfect temperature. Ethiopian food definitely holds up well in take-out containers (even though it loses some of the aesthetic). I personally would've preferred that the spicy lentils be slightly spicier, but they were still incredibly flavorful and had a very slight kick. The salad seemed to just be lettuce, tomato, red onion, and slices of jalapeno with what tasted like a standard Italian dressing. I wasn't a huge fan of the large slices of jalapeno, but the salad was still nice and refreshing, and it helped to counterbalance how heavy the rest of the meal felt. The dressing does soak through the injera really quickly, though. The shiro certainly lived up to all the hype, and everything was all-around solid and really tasty. There's also an incredible amount of food for the price -- the combo costs 16 off of UberEats and it can absolutely feed 2-3 people. I also ordered a scrambled egg to eat the next morning; it's a simple dish with a delicious egg scrambled with tomato, red onion, and jalapeno. It has a slight kick and is a phenomenal way to start the morning. You can either get it with bread or injera; I originally ordered injera, but it seems like they made an accident and gave me bread instead. Either way, I'm glad that I ended up getting to try out their bread; it had a super soft center with a slightly crunchy exterior, and it was absolutely delicious when warmed up. I definitely plan to become a regular here, and I can't wait to visit in person once COVID ends! ”
“ Truly very impressed with this restaurant. I’ve been here multiple times and each time I’m not disappointed. The service was excellent. Our server Rozina greeted us the minute we got there and continued to deliver excellent service. The food was of quality with great price. Overall very satisfied with their service. The owner/ manager was very humble and made sure we had a great experience. Thank you! ”
“ It’s a perfect place/ restaurant for authentic Ethiopian food especially for the Yetash-kitfo/ all in one kitfo. I usually ordered the kitfo and loved since. The food and service worth the price. The staff were friendly all the time I visited the restaurant.it’s Perfect family kids friendly restaurant. If you into a quiet place to dine this is your best spot. I highly recommended it. ”
“ Fantastic Ethiopian food at a great price. I got the house special which was all absolutely delicious, and the waitress is very sweet and provides excellent service. Wonderful meal! ”
“ This restaurant truly stands out as a remarkable dining experience, with service that is nothing short of exceptional. I've had the pleasure of visiting several times, and each occasion has been consistently impressive. The owner takes a personal interest in ensuring that every table receives exactly what they ordered, often checking in to guarantee their expectations are not only met but exceeded. The food is absolutely delectable, bursting with flavor and crafted with care. ”
“ Excellent food and good service ”