Adulis, an Eritrean gem located at 5800 Bellaire Blvd in Houston, TX, has swiftly captured the hearts and taste buds of its patrons. Diners consistently rave about the restaurant’s welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service, where customers feel more like family than just guests.
Reviewers like Susanne Lau highlight the freshness and deliciousness of the vegetarian offerings, while others, like Tratari Moss, praise the clean environment and enticing dishes such as the veggie platter and Awaze beef tibs. Many guests, including Liz Sweigart and Candace Owens, emphasize the love and care infused in both the food and service, suggesting that each bite showcases the essence of Eritrean cuisine.
Notably, the Dereek Tibs earns special acclaim for its rich flavor, accompanied by aromatic homemade honey wine, pleasing even the most discerning palates. Santiago P. enthusiastically notes the delightful veggie platter and flavorful chicken fried rice, complementing the meal's wholesome experience with kind interactions from Chef Berhana.
Though some dishes may take a bit longer to prepare, patrons agree that the wait is well worth it. With its heartwarming approach to dining and vibrant array of flavors, Adulis stands out as a must-visit destination for those eager to explore authentic Eritrean cuisine.
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Reviews For Adulis
Susanne Lau
Jun 12,2025
My daughter and I went for lunch today 3/29/2025 and ordered the vegetarian food. It was delicious and fresh! The chef was so kind. It was a very positive and pleasant experience.
Tratari Moss
May 28,2025
First time here and we loved it. Very clean, great vibes and great customer service. We order the veggie platter and Awaze beef tibs and when I tell you everything was on point delicious. Definitely going back! Thank you Mary for making our visit awesome and thanks to the chef Brianna for cooking!
Liz Sweigart
Apr 27,2025
Would give it 10 stars if I could. They treat you and feed you like family. Everything is delicious and served with love and care. Dereek Tibs is exceptional, but frankly everything is amazing. Eat with an open mind and you’ll leave with a full and happy tummy.
Candace Owens
Apr 26,2025
We had the most amazing experience ever!! The other reviews are correct. They treat you like family and feed you like family! The food was so seasoned, so flavorful. The honey wine and other drinks that are homemade are absolutely LOVELY. Different, but lovely. I could not even tell you what everyone ordered because we all gobbled it up super fast. I always take pictures of my food though. Shown is the chicken and rice entree. SOOOOO GOOOOD. the portions are definitely for 1-2 people. We drove 17 minutes from the medical center area to here and would totally do again. I am certain she is back there cooking everything fresh herself, so it took a little longer, but SO WORTH THE WAIT! Please support this small AMAZING business!! as you can see....we cleaned our plates!!
Santiago P.
Apr 14,2025
We had an amazing experience at Adulis. We ordered the Veggie Platter, Original Tibbs, and the Chicken Fried Rice. The tibbs were exquisite, very rich and bursting with flavor; they paired well with the sourness of the injera. The veggie platter was incredible, a mixed plate of different vegetarian wot atop a soft injera, also bursting with savory, earthy, and spicy flavors. And finally, the chicken fried rice. While I don’t eat chicken, the rice itself was fantastic; aromatic, rich, and buttery, it paired delightfully with the creamy sauce that was drizzled on top. The service provided to us by Chef Berhana was wonderful. She was very kind, and not only did she help us decide what to pick, but she also offered us free tea. If you’re in a hurry, do keep in mind that the dishes take their time to come out, but it’s absolutely worth it. Overall I would give 5/5 stars to Adulis; it has easily become my #1 East African restaurant. Highly recommended for those seeking something unique and exciting! We drove for nearly an hour from Spring, TX, and we would do it again in a heartbeat, and that says something!
Monica Leitzel
Apr 3,2025
This was our first time ever eating here. Had never eaten ethiopian/Eritrean food before but have been wanting to try it. It was absolutely amazing. The whole staff was amazing. We can't wait to come back.
Ainsley Teagan
Apr 3,2025
The veggie platter and chicken and rice are AMAZING!! The ingera is so so so good and they give you plenty and brought more when we were running low. This place is so underrated and we will definitely becoming regulars here. So flavorful and delicious and the portions were good my partner and I took home lots of leftovers.
Heather Cheung
Apr 1,2025
A hidden gem! The food was very fresh and delicious. Love the spiciness of the food and the friendliness of the server who was also the chef. She is so genuine and kind! She carefully packed all our leftovers using multiple sets of food safe gloves. I appreciate her carefulness for hygiene. The prices were extremely reasonable and the portions were very generous. We thought it would be one platter (ordered the meat platter and the veggie platter) per person, but we could easily feed 3 persons per platter. So happy that we found a new favorite Ethiopian place to go!
Reviews For Adulis