A small blue building sits along North Interstate 35, and it’s worth noticing. While it may not have the most glamorous exterior, the dishes served at Ester’s Ethiopian Restaurant will dazzle you. Step inside this cozy family-owned business and taste comfort food like you’ve never had before. This restaurant in Austin doesn’t look like much, but the food is amazing.

Next time you find yourself stuck in rush hour traffic, pull over and grab a bite at Aster’s Ethiopian.

Clint W./FourSquare Wait out the rush with a warm plate of Keyi Miser. This spicy lentil dish will melt away any of the woes brought on by I 35’s unrelenting pileups.

Aster’s Ethiopian doesn’t rely on flashy decor to get people through the door.

Google Maps This family-owned business thrives off of word of mouth. Loyal customers can’t get enough of their irresistible cooking.

Aster’s is perfect for both vegetarians and carnivores.

Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant/Facebook From tender lamb stew to Ethiopian style collard greens, Aster’s has something for every palate.

You’ll receive a heaping portion of scrumptious, soul-satisfying food.

Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant/Facebook You can choose three different side dishes to accompany your dinner. Aster’s rich flavors know no limits.

You absolutely must try Ethiopia’s national dish, The Doro Wott.

Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant/Facebook When spicy chicken is slowly simmered in rich, berbere sauce, the result is absolutely amazing. You won’t believe how good this dish is.

Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant is one of Austin’s best kept secrets.

Google Maps This unassuming restaurant is located at 2804 N Interstate 35. Stop by Tuesday - Sunday for some memorable and mouthwatering dishes. To learn more Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant, click here.

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Wait out the rush with a warm plate of Keyi Miser. This spicy lentil dish will melt away any of the woes brought on by I 35’s unrelenting pileups.

Google Maps

This family-owned business thrives off of word of mouth. Loyal customers can’t get enough of their irresistible cooking.

Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant/Facebook

From tender lamb stew to Ethiopian style collard greens, Aster’s has something for every palate.

You can choose three different side dishes to accompany your dinner. Aster’s rich flavors know no limits.

When spicy chicken is slowly simmered in rich, berbere sauce, the result is absolutely amazing. You won’t believe how good this dish is.

This unassuming restaurant is located at 2804 N Interstate 35. Stop by Tuesday - Sunday for some memorable and mouthwatering dishes. To learn more Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant, click here.

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