Reviewers consistently praise Ashu's generous portions, tender meat quality, and authentic Ethiopian flavors, with multiple guests highlighting the soft injera, bold spice levels, and fresh taste of dishes like kitfo, tibs, and veggie combos. The restaurant stands out for its cleanliness, attentive and welcoming service staff, spacious atmosphere, and reasonable pricing, with several guests noting it fills a gap left by other closed Ethiopian restaurants in Portland. All reviews are five-star ratings with no significant complaints mentioned.