Asmara

Located in Cambridge's Central Square, Asmara is a good bet for diners seeking an introduction to Ethiopian cuisine. Communal tables lend a casual air to the hands-on dining experience in which injera, a spongy Ethiopian flatbread, replaces traditional American utensils. Dishes include an interesting assortment of marinated beef, chicken, lamb and vegetables. A children's menu tones down the exotic flavors. A great buffet lunch is offered too. The restaurant also serves beer and wine.