Ras Kassa's Ethiopian Restaurant

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18 years ago

The authentic Ethopian food at this Boulder eatery is well worth the wait and crowds. – In Short Always crowded on weekend evenings and often during the week, this is a small unassuming space comprised of two small rooms. Walls are decorated with African tapestries and pictures of Ethiopia. Backless stools surround masabs, small basket tables. Complex flavors are drawn from simple foods like red lentils and butternut squash. Food is served family style and everyone eats with their hands, dipping injera (spongey, crepe-like, ... read more

sundrunkhippie 

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19 years ago

Doesn't taste authentic – Hello everyone. I'm really sorry to dissent with most of the reviews and what practically everyone I know thinks about this place, but I don't think it's good Ethiopian. The spicy vegetables and the kik alicha (I think they call it yellow split peas, or yellow split pea soup) are good, and the kik alicha tastes reasonably authentic. Otherwise, I wasn't crazy over the food, and it definitely didn't taste like Ethiopian. Granted, Ethiopian is my very favorite food, and I have eaten it in New York, Los... read more

greekaesop 

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19 years ago

my favorite restaurant in boulder – the service is friendly, the food is unique, and its just a great evening out whenever. it does tend to be quite filling and on the exensive side, so i reccomend ordering one entree less then the number of people eating, and then getting an appetizer. if that happens, it get to the right price and everyone is full. that is, of course, if you are willing to share, which really is a good part of the fun. 

orlagh 

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19 years ago

authentic service – The food was wonderful and different but I really have to praise the wonderful service provided. This is where I really felt that a tip was deserved. The people are extremely personal and friendly, it is NOT the usual rehearsed: " hi my name is ..., and I'm your waitor for tonight" 

damoiseau 

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20 years ago

best in colorado – this is creative, fresh, and generously dished out ethiopian food. i've worked my way down all the ethiopian places on colfax and they don't compare. here, the butternut squash comes with fresh fruit cooked in, the wot is the most complex i've tasted, and everything comes with mixed field greens, onions, and tomato, so you can get varied textures in every bite. the trout was WAY overcooked, but it'll be a cold day in august before a restaurant in colorado doesn't overcook fish without specific instructions... read more

harddriv 

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20 years ago

Totally Boulder – The limited menu here offers both vegetarian dishes as well as two chicken, one beef, and one fish selection. We began with both appetizers; a very garlicy hummus and a very garlicy goat cheese dip. I'm writing this the next day and can still taste them. For entrees we chose both the meat combination and the vegetarian combination to get a good sample. My favorites were the yellow split peas and the stewed chicken. The other items were not particularly great. The wine list is very limited and features exclu... read more

sethbgregory 

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22 years ago

average african – Ras Kassa is the only ethopian in Boulder, which is better then no ethopian at all. The ambience is terrific, your alway comfortable (if you like sitting on stools, which I do) and everyone is friendly. If your not into real authentic, or are just experimenting, this is good place to start, the injera doesn't seem to be aged long enough and some of the flavors are a bit toned down. The portions aren't huge, but enough to satisfy. Overall, a good experience, but I'd suggest a trip to Denver. 

bradbear 

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22 years ago

friendly fun ethnic food – I have enjoyed the great food here for over 7 years. A friend introduced me to this place, and I've been coming back every since. Even if it's been months since my last visit the owner always recognizes me and welcomes me back. The presentation and food are both excellent. I would sample the honey wine if possible too. When you're done with your repast you will sit back and bask in the glow of a great meal. It's best to take at least one companion to enjoy this with!