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This Fairmount Ethiopian restaurant is a good option you’d like to eat more than your stomach can handle without spending more than $20. The u-shaped bar, sparse decor, and stranger inhaling beers make you think that you’re in a dive, but the peppery steak, curried cabbage, and stewed lentils are unforgettable. The menu is sectioned into beef, vegetarian, lamb, chicken, and combination (and are big enough for three or more). But we’ll save you some time—order the tender doro wot and a beer or three for dessert.