Somewhat intimidating at first since the menu didn't really have descriptions on anything (even though the online menu does? . So was kind of fumbling through my phone figuring out what to get, and plus have a chick pea chick pea flour allergy which some of the items have. The waiter though was very friendly, asked if first time eating Ethiopian (YES! , and told him about my allergy and was accommodating. So, intimidation disappeared after that, went for the veggie combo. I looked to my left table and noticed was either their doro (chicken or siga (tenderloin , and was thinking next time I got to try those out. I live right around the corner too so definitely ordering soon. Injira is an inte...
Honestly disappointing. Got siga wot, doro wot, and side of misir. They did not have kitfo, one of our favorite dishes, but we generally enjoy the other dishes as well so we were happy to try them here. Honestly was on the bland side, which is shocking for Ethiopian food, although the siga wot was somewhat more flavorful. Didn't have any classic buttery or umami berbere strong spice notes, just a more generic mild spice. Also only two very small chicken drumsticks in the doro wot, surprising given the price, and a very small couple of spoonfuls of misir on the side. We have eaten a lot of Ethiopian food in many cities, particularly numerous times in DC, and this fell very short of our expect...
This was my 2nd time having Ethiopian food and Blue Nile did not disappoint! The menu was a but difficult to navigate, but our waitress kindly explained how to order. We ordered the veggie combo with doro tibs (chicken). Loved the misir wet (red lentils) the most, but everything was delicious. It is a classy casual restaurant, and was not very busy the Sunday afternoon I went to eat. This is a great spot to grab a meal with a friend or group!
eating here is always excellent and the staff is always very friendly. they could meet the owner who serves them, and he gives them an additional serving of their favourite dish if they are so happy as I always do. but that just happened once. they offer two vegetarian combos and it is very easy to choose vegan options. only one of the vegetarian dishes is not vegan. my personal favorite is the shiro bet
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I had a friend flying in from Chicago and he requested Ethiopian food when he landed. A vegan friend had recommended Blue Nile, and I am so thrilled that she did! The staff was amazing and beyond accommodating as we dined and chatted. This was my first time trying Ethiopian cuisine and the food being absolutely delicious made the experience perfect! I will absolutely be back!
Such a fun place! I loved their homemade mead. The only reason I didn't get them 5 stars is I thought the bread was gluten free but was informed it sadly was not. I was able to get rice on the side but would have loved the bread!
small restaurant that had filled everyone table, that was worth waiting! large portions and they went over and beyond, sent me to home with extra injera and lenses! defens recommend
Cold food, undercooked lentils and over cooked vegetables. Very very rude and nasty owner. Worst Ethiopian food I've had in countries!
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with a group of vegans here for a vegan meeting and we all really enjoyed the meal! there was a lot of vegan options to choose from!
I used to be here with a friend. I really enjoyed it and left it satisfied. I like this alcohol.
