Elilta Restaurant

Whenever I go to the DC area I make a point to stop here. Very aware and careful. Her food is delicious! We always have the vegetarian combo so I can’t speak to the meat dishes but a friend who was with me like them.

I was offered a complimentary samosa by mistake but no problem when I declined. The owner is a lovely woman from Eritrea and goes out of her way to make you feel a valued guest. One time I stopped in she had not been able to get GF injera from her supplier and she was very apologetic. I highly recommend!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

My wife and I enjoyed eating at Elilta Restaurant. The chef was very kind and prepared the food in a timely fashion. We ordered the awaze and the yebeg tibs and they were both amazing. Also, my wife has celiac disease and the chef was able to accommodate by giving us 100% teff injera. Looking forward to visiting MD again so we can return to this restaurant.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

My brother with celiac has eaten here before, no problem with contamination. We told them we are GF when we ordered. They were out of lamb, so we got 2 beef entrées. They're served on a shared platter of injera (made with GF teff flour) and extra injera on the side. You are supposed to eat it by picking up/rolling the food into the injera. Very delicious! The owners/cooks are hospitable. And don't forget traditional Ethiopian coffee!!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good with other allergies
• Offers online ordering

They have gluten free injera and almost everything on the menu is gluten free. Very safe- daughter has celiac and loves it.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good vegan options