Aunt Yvette’s Kitchen

Wow, I wanted to love this place. The beautiful decorations and authentic-looking china made me feel like I was about to have a five-star Ethiopian meal. I've been touring the country in search of the best Ethiopian restaurants; especially those that blend rich traditional flavors with gentle, balanced spices that are kind to the digestive system. I love Ethiopian cuisine for how vibrant yet comforting it can be, so I was eager to experience this restaurant's unique take on it. Let's start with the positives: Vegan Combo: Both the gluten and gluten-free injera were beautifully made. The regular version (with a bit of barley) was still light and flavorful, while the gluten-free injera had that nostalgic sour tang I adore. The gomen was the standout dish of the night; cooked with kale, onion, and just the right touch of garlic, giving it that perfect al dente texture I love. The alicha (yellow split peas) and atkilt (cabbage and carrots) were okay but a bit heavy on turmeric and jalapeño for my taste. I've never had atkilt quite so spicy before, so it caught me off guard. The yam/potato/carrot mix leaned a bit strong on chili powder, which overpowered the natural flavor of the vegetables. The Ethiopian salad was fresh but mild -- I found myself wishing for more beets to balance the plate. The tofu tibs, which the waiter kindly suggested, didn't quite work for me. The seasoning was very subtle; I expected the deeper flavor profile typical of berbere or awaze-style tibs. The restaurant describes itself as "upscale and trendy," and that feels accurate. This isn't a traditional take- it's more of a modern or fusion interpretation of Ethiopian food. If that's what you're looking for, you'll likely enjoy the creativity and presentation here.

This place rocks so hard. They have gluten free injera, which meant my fiancé (who has celiac disease), could eat here!! Everything was phenomenal.

Love this place! Delicious, fresh ingredients and excellent service. Very small place so make a reservation. Aunt Yvette is around making sure all is well. There’s a lot of love in this place. Servers are genuine, warm and well trained. Their gluten free injera is much appreciated.