Lucy Ethiopian Cafe

Lucy Ethiopian Cafe on Massachusetts Avenue serves platters on injera, the soft, tangy bread you tear into pieces and use to scoop up the food. The vegetable combination brings together dishes such as lentils, chickpeas, split peas and greens, while the menu also offers spicy doro wot chicken and tibs. Sharing a platter is a good way to try several preparations in one meal.

Coffee is part of the visit, too, with Ethiopian buna alongside espresso drinks. The café is near Symphony Hall, making it an option for lunch or an early dinner in the arts district. It welcomes walk-ins and offers takeout and delivery. If Ethiopian food is new to you, the combinations give you a manageable starting point without requiring everyone to order a separate main.