Bati
“All dish samples were fantastic and served atop a large "plate" of injera with extra injera on the side.”
“At Bati, they give you a decent portion of not one, but THREE meat dishes and two veg sides, for less than one costs at Ghenet.”
“Everything was outstanding, particularly the shiro and the gomen (collard greens).”
Bati
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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We stopped in for dinner here tonight and it was really good! We split two combination dinners (one veggie and one meat). The lentil and cabbage were my favorites.. But everything was very very good.
The staff was friendly and attentive. The space itself seemed to be pretty small, but there might have been more seating down the stairs.
I was in the mood for Ethiopian food one evening prior to a show at the nearby BAM theaters, so my friend and I decided to come here. I got their vegetarian combo (missir wett, gomen, buticha, and key sir for me) and while the food was okay, it was just okay for me. I thought the injera was a little on the dry/brittle side. Perhaps it was an off night when I had gone.
I guess if you happen to be in the area and happen to have a craving for Ethiopian food, and you wanted to be closer to Atlantic Terminal for whatever reason, AND you didn't want to make the trek down to Ghenet, then this'll probably do the trick.
I thought this restaurant served decent tasting Ethiopian food. I ordered a veggie combo for one and it was definitely more than enough for two. However, my friends shared a couple meat dishes and were disappointed by the amount of food. I definitely got more food on my individual plate than they received on their large shared plate. The place is small and cozy. I will say that it got unbearably hot while we were there, so avoid going on a hot afternoon day. If I lived in BK, this would have been my go-to takeout spot for Ethio food.
I ended up here because every other restaurant in the area was booked due to an immanent BAM performance… but hey, I absolutely love Ethiopian food so I was still pumped to finally give this place a try!
And boy, what an… average experience! Okay, don't get me wrong, the place is fine. The food is edible, it's a cute restaurant, everybody is friendly. But alas, just a satisfactory if not moderately forgettable meal. Noticeably smaller portions and bland spices on top of the 40 minute wait just sort of put me off.
All in all, eh, no interest in coming back… that said, if you're being BAMcockblocked out of everywhere else in Fort Greene again I'd say it's a better option than pizza.
I have never eaten Ethiopian cuisine so I was excited to try this restaurant located just feet away from my workplace in Fort Greene.
Thankfully, I was prepped beforehand that it's customary to eat with your hands so no utensils. Additionally, the culture also promotes communal eating by sharing the same "plate" or large round flatbread. Very different from my own Caribbean background.
I opted to try the Ethiopian national dish made with chicken slow-cooked in a spicy onion based stew served with a hard-boiled egg which was served on a large piece of injera ((flat bread made from teff flour loaded with protein, calcium, iron, and fiber) along with potatoes and vegetable on opposite sides. ($18) I thought it was light, healthy, and full of flavor. I definitely wanted more injera to finish my meal. For dessert, we enjoyed delicious baklava ($6), which I have not had in years.
Now I don't drink, but sampled the honey wine. It was too tart for my liking and the server was generous enough not to charge us for the full cost of the drink since I did not have a full glass. Great customer service!
I regrettably made the decision to sit by the windows where my guest literally hovered over the small candlelight placed on the table to stay warm. I hoped for authentic music to complement the cultural food and artwork, but heard Spanish music? I was a bit confused, but overall it was a great introductory experience at an affordable price.
My roommate and friend wanted to come here so we stopped by for a quick meal before seeing a movie at BAM. Our server was extremely friendly and we were glad to talk to her, but the overall experience was lacking something.
The space is perfect for people watching or enjoying a nice, sunny day with friends, but the food is rather expensive and it seems like there could be more added for variety. I ended up splitting the vegetarian's platter with a friend (which also happens to be vegan) and it was more than enough even though it looks like next to nothing.
The injera really slows down your eating and fills you up as well, so small portions go a long way here…but unfortunately, not long enough. I still left with the feeling of something to be desired.
Upon walking in, Bati had a good vibe. We got the Kategna to start and the Vegetarian platter.
The Kategna was VERY spicy and tasted like oil, I wasn't fond of it. The vegetarian platter was alright/acceptable, I wasn't blown by it and have tasted better. I found the injera provided to be quite thin and didn't have the sponge-y-ness I was used to. The injera and platter options weren't served to us warm, big minus. Our glasses were empty of water for a while before anyone filled them up.
Overall, the experience was lacking in several aspects and I doubt I'd come back.
Not sure why it took me so long to write this. I used to go here almost once a week with a gluttonous hunger and devour more food than I care to admit. It is hard for me to stop eating.
Yes, it is true that the food might be heavily spiced and it can cause indigestion. That's Ethiopian food for you. You also have to know what to order. Ask the waitress for some milder suggestions or spicier if you prefer that. The meat sampler meal or the vegetarian sampler meals are great to try some of the most popular meat items. My favorite item on the menu is the Lamb (Yebeg) Alicha. It is buttery lamb in a yellow sauce and it melts in your mouth. The beef Tibs are also really good and on the simpler side if that's what you want.
It is a small place but cozy and intimate. Also, try the Ethiopian beers and wines. If you are eating Gluten-free, you can request full teff injera with the restaurant the night before and make a reservation. Otherwise you are having the more Americanized version of injera, which is a bit less sour and more foldable.
It is a good place for groups because the Ethiopian way of eating is family style, sharing a large plate and eating with your hands. It would be a unique experience if you have not tried it before.