What are the standout dishes based on the menu?

Standout dishes include the vegan mac n' cheese, French toast, seasoned lentils, mushroom tibs, kitfo, ras tibs, and injera nachos.

How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?

Ras distinguishes itself in the Ethiopian category with a 4.8/5 rating, specializing in plant-based dishes like flavorful lentils and vegan mac n' cheese.

Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?

Ras supports vegan, keto, gluten-free, and paleo diets with dishes like Avocado Salad, Mushroom Tibs, Dulet, and Cucumber Salad.

Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?

Avocado Salad, Kale Salad, Mushroom Tibs, Dulet, and Cucumber Salad accommodate multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, and paleo.

What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?

Customer reviews mention no negative concerns, instead praising the flavorful Ethiopian cuisine, standout vegan mac n' cheese, and attentive service.

What makes this restaurant unique or special?

Ras is a plant-based Ethiopian restaurant featuring communal dining, unique vegan mac n' cheese, and over thirty dietary-specific menu options.

How can I contact this restaurant?

You can contact Ras Ethiopian restaurant by visiting their official website at https://www.rasplantbased.com for more information.

Where is this restaurant located?

The specific address for Ras is not provided in the data, but the restaurant's website is https://www.rasplantbased.com.

Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?

Ras is ideal for dates, offering a warm, intimate atmosphere, strong cocktails, and attentive service with a 4.8/5 average rating.

What's the best way to experience this restaurant?

Experience Ras by sharing communal platters of flavorful Ethiopian cuisine with injera in a warm, intimate atmosphere with attentive service.

What is the highest-protein dish at Ras?

Kale Salad, at roughly 56.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).

Ras – Ethiopian

Ras invites guests into a vibrant, modern sanctuary where the air is thick with the intoxicating scent of toasted spices and slow-simmered stews. Diners gather around communal platters to tear away pieces of tangy, cloud-like injera, using the sourdough bread to scoop up a colorful kaleidoscope of flavors that pulse with heat and heritage. It is a soulful celebration of Ethiopian tradition, where every shared bite fosters a deep sense of connection and warmth.

Ras, 739, Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, Kings County +1-718-622-6220 https://www.rasplantbased.com

Rating: 4.8/5 (1276 reviews)

Cuisine: Ethiopian

Price range: $$

Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free

What to order at Ras

Dish	Net carbs	Protein
Kale Salad	242.7 g	56.1 g
Kitfo	17.4 g	43.9 g
Injera Nachos	57 g	40.1 g
Lentil Burger	105.8 g	30.1 g
Ethiopian Spiced Fries	27.3 g	29.1 g
Chef’s Special	10.6 g	23 g
Minchet Abish	44.2 g	21.6 g
Azifa Lentil Dip	31.5 g	19.2 g
Spiced Mac n Cheese	40.1 g	19.2 g
Tofu Kale Salad	1.8 g	10.9 g
Sambusa	60.3 g	10 g
Mushroom Tibs	6.9 g	6.2 g

Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.

Currently closed

Hours

Monday - Wednesday: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday - Friday: 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What diners are saying

Diners celebrate Ras Plant Based for its vibrant, flavorful Ethiopian cuisine that impresses both first-timers and regulars. Guests rave about the perfectly seasoned lentils, soft injera, and standout dishes like the "dreamy" vegan mac n' cheese and "out of this world" French toast. The atmosphere is frequently described as warm, intimate, and inviting, complemented by strong cocktails and attentive, knowledgeable service from staff members like Eddie and Ingrid. Whether dining in or grabbing quick takeout, reviewers consistently highlight the fresh ingredients and welcoming "vibes.

Mashed Avocado: Avocado, tomato, onion, serrano pepper, cilantro and fresh lime juice + injera chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Tofu Kale Salad: Kale, tofu, tomato, onion, jalapeño tossed in a lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Cucumber Salad: Cucumber, tomato, onions and field greens tossed in lime vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Injera Nachos: Injera chips, berbere cheese sauce, black beans, a soy protein crumble, avocado, pico de gallo, sour cream
Azifa Lentil Dip: Pureed brown lentil, tomato, onion, serrano pepper and wasabi + lime vinaigrette + injera chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Sambusa: Two flaky pastry rolls filled with your choice of mixed veggies, lentils or butternut squash + homemade hot sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Kitfo Sambusa: Two flaky pastry rolls filled with kitfo + RAS green hot sauce
Cauliflower Wings: Crispy golden cauliflower florets tossed in a flavorful berbere spiced batter Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal

Entrees

Mushroom Tibs: Sautéed white button 'shrooms, onion, rosemary Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
Kitfo: Soy protein crumble, onion, jalapeño, spice-infused grapeseed oil Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach
Chef’s Special: Kitfo topped with collards, avocado salad with pico de gallo and house dressing drizzled in our homemade hot sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Ras Tibs: Stir-fried seitan and onions in our zesty berbere sauce
Dulet: Diced king oyster mushrooms, sautéed onion, jalapeño, spiced grapeseed oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
Mama’s Tofu: Tomato, onion, berbere sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Minchet Abish: Pea protein, porcini mushrooms, berbere, garlic, onion, turmeric + cabbage + collards Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline

Handhelds

Lentil Burger: Homemade lentil patty, cheddar cheese, caramelized onion, pickle, lettuce, tomato, secret sauce. Served with fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Chick’n Sandwich: Lion’s mane shrooms, lettuce, pickle, secret sauce. Served with choice of fries or salad Dietary tags: Halal

Rice Bowls

Bole Bowl: Soy protein crumble and jalapeño + ground chickpea + collards + cabbage, carrots & bell peppers + avocado salad with lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
Langano Bowl: Seitan + string beans, carrots, & onion + cabbage & bell peppers + collards + mashed avocado Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
Kazanchis Bowl: Brown lentil stew + beets + ground chickpea + string beans, carrots & onion + avocado salad with a lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Shashamane Bowl: String beans, carrots & onion + collards + cabbage & bell peppers + yellow split pea stew + beets & carrot + avocado & beet/potato salad with parsley in a lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC

Platters

No substitutions

Mercato (Serves One): An assortment of Grandma's red lentil stew + string beans & carrots + ground chickpeas + cabbage, carrots & bell peppers + collards Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Grand Mercato (Serves Two): An assortment of Grandma's red lentil stew + string beans & carrots + ground chickpeas + cabbage, carrots & bell peppers + collard greens + split pea stew + wicked pumpkin stew + brown lentil stew + kale salad

Add-Ons

Avocado Salad: Tomato, onion, jalapeño tossed in a lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Beet & Potato Salad: Tomato, onion, jalapeño and parsley tossed in a lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Soy Free
Kale Salad: Kale, tomato, onion, jalapeño tossed in a lime vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Soy Free
Spiced Mac n Cheese: Elbow pasta, mozzarella & cheddar cheese, coconut milk, berbere sauce and RAS spice blend with crumbled injera Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Ethiopian Spiced Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
Injera Roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
Teff Injera Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic

Frequently Asked Questions about Ras

What are the standout dishes based on the menu?: Standout dishes include the vegan mac n' cheese, French toast, seasoned lentils, mushroom tibs, kitfo, ras tibs, and injera nachos.
How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?: Ras distinguishes itself in the Ethiopian category with a 4.8/5 rating, specializing in plant-based dishes like flavorful lentils and vegan mac n' cheese.
Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?: Ras supports vegan, keto, gluten-free, and paleo diets with dishes like Avocado Salad, Mushroom Tibs, Dulet, and Cucumber Salad.
Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?: Avocado Salad, Kale Salad, Mushroom Tibs, Dulet, and Cucumber Salad accommodate multiple diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, and paleo.
What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?: Customer reviews mention no negative concerns, instead praising the flavorful Ethiopian cuisine, standout vegan mac n' cheese, and attentive service.
What makes this restaurant unique or special?: Ras is a plant-based Ethiopian restaurant featuring communal dining, unique vegan mac n' cheese, and over thirty dietary-specific menu options.
How can I contact this restaurant?: You can contact Ras Ethiopian restaurant by visiting their official website at https://www.rasplantbased.com for more information.
Where is this restaurant located?: The specific address for Ras is not provided in the data, but the restaurant's website is https://www.rasplantbased.com.
Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?: Ras is ideal for dates, offering a warm, intimate atmosphere, strong cocktails, and attentive service with a 4.8/5 average rating.
What's the best way to experience this restaurant?: Experience Ras by sharing communal platters of flavorful Ethiopian cuisine with injera in a warm, intimate atmosphere with attentive service.
What is the highest-protein dish at Ras?: Kale Salad, at roughly 56.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).

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