Abyssinia Restaurant
8221 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910- Rating
- 4.2out of 5(244 Reviews)
- Price range
- $$
- Dietary options
- VegetarianDiet
- Summary
- A casual, colorful eatery serving traditional Ethiopian dishes, with live music on weekends.
This Silver Spring institution brings authentic Ethiopian cuisine to life through carefully prepared dishes like Fish Fir Fir and Lamb Tibs, alongside a celebrated traditional Ethiopian coffee service featuring roasted beans, burning incense, and ceremonial presentation. The welcoming, attentive staff and lively atmosphere enhanced by live music create a cultural dining experience that has earned devoted repeat customers over decades of operation.
Reviewers consistently praise Langano's authentic Ethiopian cuisine and specific dishes, with multiple guests highlighting the fish fir fir, lamb tibs, and fried fish with rice as standouts, along with the traditional Ethiopian coffee service complete with incense. Staff friendliness and attentive service are frequently mentioned, with particular recognition for server Asena's professionalism and warm demeanor. While most reviews focus on the food quality and hospitality, some guests note that the physical space—including worn table and chair upholstery, bathroom facilities, and heavy entrance doors—could use renovation despite the restaurant's "hole in the wall" authenticity.
Last updated Apr 12, 2026
$30–40
8305 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
ZIP: 20910
Rating
3.8 / 5
Based on 401 reviews
Price Range
$30–40
Location
8305 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone
+13015636700Address
8305 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Langano Ethiopian Restaurant serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine, featuring traditional dishes like injera, doro wat, and a variety of vegetarian and meat options.
The price range at Langano Ethiopian Restaurant is $30–40.
You can call Langano Ethiopian Restaurant at +13015636700 or visit their website at http://www.langanorestaurant.com/.
Langano Ethiopian Restaurant is located at 8305 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910 in Silver Spring, Maryland.
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