About us

In the perfect, most beautiful setting can exist only the most amazing restaurant. Whether you're planning an intimate meal, a dinner party, or a business event, Habesha has the space to cater to your needs in a peaceful, relaxed, yet elegant environment.

Habesha is a family business established in 2013. Habesha is situated in IH 35, Austin, TX, and is owned and managed by husband, Yidnekachew Fantu, and wife, head chef Selam Abebe. Habesha is a term Ethiopians and Eritreans use to refer to themselves. Habesha is a term of pride and used to eliminate the distinction between different tribes and celebrate unity as people of the same region. Ethiopian cuisine is traditionally served on a large, thin, sourdough pancake called injera. Injera is a yeast-risen flatbread with a unique, slightly spongy texture, made from teff.

The traditional way of eating is with fingers, from a large plate with the injera placed on the plate and the variety of dishes decoratively arranged around it. Sharing food from a common plate signifies a bond of loyalty and friendship. Ethiopian spicy ground African bird's eye chili pepper containing ginger, cardamom seed, cloves, salt, and other spices.