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African, Cozy, Social · $15–40 per person

Massawa — Best Restaurant in Morningside Heights

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Address1239 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10027, New York, NY · Get Directions
Phone(212) 663-0505
Websitemassawanyc.com/?utm_source=google
HoursNot listed
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AboutMassawa Restaurant is the oldest Eritrean and Ethiopian restaurant in New York City, serving authentic East African cuisine since 1988. We prepare our food using fresh, high-quality ingredients, offering a diverse menu that ranges from mild to spicy flavors.
Know Before You GoHAPPY HOUR $7 DRAFT BEER, WINES & COCKTAILS MONDAY - FRIDAY 3-7. Dining at Massawa is meant to be shared. Many dishes are served on large platters with traditional injera, making our restaurant ideal for intimate dinners, family meals, and group gatherings. Every dish can be customized to your preferred spice level. vegan and vegetarian dishes, fish, beef, lamb, chicken, shrimp, injera, honey wine (tej), Eritrean beer, Ethiopian coffee (buun)
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HAPPY HOUR $7 DRAFT BEER, WINES & COCKTAILS MONDAY - FRIDAY 3-7. Dining at Massawa is meant to be shared. Many dishes are served on large platters with traditional injera, making our restaurant ideal for intimate dinners, family meals, and group gatherings. Every dish can be customized to your preferred spice level. vegan and vegetarian dishes, fish, beef, lamb, chicken, shrimp, injera, honey wine (tej), Eritrean beer, Ethiopian coffee (buun)

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