Casa Mia, Lalibela, 3111 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA not too far from Glebe Road, 703-920-9500 (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [openlist | Yelp]
The second best Ethiopian place in Northern Virginia. Reliable, and adequately spicy. Not as good as what you find in DC, but a good introduction to the cuisine. In 2002 they moved into their larger quarters, in a former Italian restaurant. Incongruities abound, but they add to the charm of the place.
We tried calling to find out if they’re still open, and no one picked up the phone after 12 rings. At least there was no message about it being disconnected.
I haven’t been, but that’s because last time I drove by, the parking lot was full; something is in business there.