About

Letena Ethiopian Restaurant is a health-focused spot in Washington, DC, where 'Letena' means 'for health' in Amharic, emphasizing natural and premium ingredients in all dishes. It offers authentic Ethiopian cuisine and original creations for vegetarians, vegans, meat lovers, and adventurous diners. Acclaimed by Food Network, Washingtonian, TripAdvisor, and Yelp, it was named one of Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants.

Authentic Ethiopian dishes Vegetarian and vegan options Healthy cooking with natural premium ingredients Meat samplers Famous samosas
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Latest News

Named one of Washingtonian Magazine's 100 Very Best Restaurants (published January 22, 2025). Owner Yamrot Ezineh featured on Good Morning Washington (7 News) for National Women's Small Business Month, discussing food, business, and new projects.