4. Restaurants

Blue Nile Restaurant

389 Centre St, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130
  • (617) 522-6453
  • Store is closed

Blue Nile Restaurant Menu

  • Appetizers
  • Vegetables
  • Chicken
  • Beef

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  • Appetizers
  • Vegetables
  • Chicken
  • Beef

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  • Tulan K.

    This was our first time at Blue Nile and i must I loved everything we ordered. The first time we had Ethiopian food was at Red sea adias near porter square no longer open so we decided to give blue nile a try after all the good reviews. The place is in south Boston and you can feel it as soon as you park your car. The area is alright at best and you will find some nuts walking the street and among all this is the BLUE NILE. it is a small place probably 6 tables at best. The servers a guy and a girl were pretty nice. we were delayed in getting menu as either one thought the other one had given it to us but that was minor and i cant complain but at that point in time we were feeling ignored but then it seemed a honest mistake and not ignorance. We ordered the Vegetarian platter for 2 along with an app. of lentil salad. The food was extremely good and was not bland at all. for platters we got cracked wheat, carrots with string beans, yellow lentils Dal with ginger and garlic, cabbage with sweet potatoes , sunflower and flax seed mixed with ginger, garlic , jalenpeno and a dish with their iejera bread (spell check there) overall we had good experience. One complain which takes away the 5 stars is that they only had one chicken dish and that too with bone in compared to some other ethopian places which has like around 3 chicken dishes . I would recommend to visit this place. You will love it.,

    (4)

  • Yaniv K.

    Simply put - a party to my taste buds!!! High quality food - best in the area (although the chicken was a bit cold). Recommended to whoever likes complex spice mix and as culinary experience.

    (4)

  • Gina L.

    Cute family owned restaurant that's the size of a shoe box. Make reservations if you want to have dinner here, this restaurant fills up quickly! The food is wonderfully flavorful. My husband and I always order a Vegetarian Combination Plate with the Yebeg Tibs Fir Fir. The staff is very gracious and will explain any questions you may have about the menu. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • David P.

    This is a very unique small place with great service and out of the park food quality! I had the lamb this time and I cannot wait until they open to go back and order it again!! If I had to change something, I probably would have not shared it with my wife as she realized it was sooooo good and kept stealing from my plate!!

    (5)

  • Tina P.

    Blue Nile is a delightful/divine experience. I recommend the veggie combo for 1 to try out the flavorful lentils and tasty collard greens. Service is warm and welcoming. This was the perfect setting to catch up with a dear friend. I have also done takeout which is fantastic.

    (5)

  • Steve L.

    This place is fantastic. I haven't had Ethiopian food in Ethiopia before, but I have had it in Rwanda, prepared by Ethiopians, and the Blue Nile in JP might actually be better. They are all Ethiopian there, so it's authentic, and it is very delicious. It's a small place, but they do take reservations. Without a car it's a tough place to reach if you don't live in JP, but it's worth it. The food is so good, and they serve alcohol and wine. The servers (I think there are two of them) are always very friendly and helpful when it comes to making decisions. This is a must-eat in Boston.

    (4)

  • Lorin P.

    My girlfriend and I had been eyeing this place for years and finally made it out to dinner last night- and it was incredible! We first tried Ethiopian food a few years back while in DC and had been looking for a place to get it in Boston- but had heard by word of mouth that the prospects in the Boston area were not good, and would be really disappointing in comparison to DC. Blue Nile is everything we had hoped for and more- delicious, inexpensive and the staff are incredibly attentive/kind! The vegetarian plate for two was more than enough food and offered up a variety of flavors and spice! The spicy lentils are incredible, they are the first option under the vegetarian section and are lightly spicy and very flavorful! Also- the lentil sambosa's were delicious. Anything with lentils is a good bet here. Try the honey wine- made locally in JP! We only spent $50 for the Vegetarian Revenge for two (6 veggie options plus one appetizer) , a glass of wine, an extra appetizer and a well deserved large tip! Cannot say enough about the food, staff and experience! I recommend Blue Nile to anyone in search of an Ethiopian restaurant in the Boston area or anyone who's just looking for an inexpensive and tasty dinner out!

    (5)

  • Minh C.

    Great restaurant! It's a relatively small restaurant, but nice and homey for a small group. I would definitely return more frequently it were closer to where I live, since the taxi ride there is more than the cost of the platter. I like the unlimited injera, but would appreciate more food on the platter (one chicken drumstick is fine, but at least larger servings of the veggies!). I was full, but that was because I ate three of the injera servings - otherwise, I think I would had left a little bit hungry still.

    (4)

  • Alex C.

    I love this place. Blue Nile is probably my favorite sit-down restaurant in JP. The food is delicious and affordable. The service is always warm and friendly, as is the overall ambiance of the restaurant. Thank you for being a great place to go in JP, Blue Nile!

    (5)

  • Marlene R.

    The food is awesome! If you like spicu food you should try the beef and chicken dish. The owner is amazog friendly and explains everything to you. I would def. come back to this place. The whole staff is extremly friendly and they have cheap and really nice wine as well!!!!

    (4)

  • Claire L.

    Love love love this place! Such good food and customer service. Will definitely be back.

    (5)

  • Michael M.

    This place is one of the lesser-known restaurants in JP as it has a small store front in Hyde Square. Inside the space can seat about 20 people maximum. Once seated, get ready for an experience. The wait staff is friendly, helpful and welcoming. They have made some great recommendations off the menu and helped gauge the portion sizes, etc. Beer and wine is standard but way cheaper than nearly anywhere else I've been to in Boston. The food... is simply wonderful. The menu offers tons of options, meats and veggies, all of which are prepared perfectly. I never leave unsatisfied and I've never eaten the same thing twice. Overall, it's just a great neighborhood spot.

    (5)

  • Cathy S.

    Went here recently for the first time and really liked it, from the food to the service and ambiance. The restaurant is small (maybe 10 tables or so) but it's nicely decorated and homey. We went as a party of 6 and asked the man working there for suggestions as to what to get. He was very nice and suggested splitting one veggie combo for two and two meat entrees, even offering to divide the combo onto two trays instead of one so that all of us could reach the food. We ended up getting the first six veggie entrees on the menu as part of the combo, the lentil salad appetizer also as part of the combo, as well as one beef and one lamb dish, all of which were really excellent. My favorites included the carrot dish, the spicy lentils, and both of the meat dishes. I liked how most of the dishes were very flavorful and that overall the flavors balanced each other nicely. The injera was also good and not overwhelmingly sour like a previous experience I've had at another restaurant. In the end it was a lot of food and the bill came to under $70 for the group. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for anyone who wants to try Ethiopian food or who just wants to have a nice dinner out.

    (5)

  • Wintana G.

    I absolutely loved this place. Being from Ethiopia, I'm pretty judgey when I go out for Ethiopian food. The food was excellent and very appropriately priced, I love the service we received, and I was impressed by the space itself. Small, but tastefully decorated.

    (5)

  • M T.

    We've been 3-4 times over the last few years and the service (from owner?) has always been warm and friendly. The food is amazing, and what a deal for the veg combo for two- you can't beat a nice filling sit-down dinner for two for $25. We are always happy to splurge on drinks for that price.

    (5)

  • Roxane J.

    This is our go-to weeknight restaurant since we are eating more vegan-like fare. Be warned that the injera is NOT gluten free since she mixes wheat with the teff. She said she can't get the teff to ferment in boston without the wheat...teff is probably just hard to find and expensive. We always get the vegetarian revenge for 2 and always order the spicy red lentils. The lentil salad for an app is great. We've been deconstructing the recipe. Mustard is the key. We take out since it is faster then eating in. If you eat in expect slow food.

    (4)

  • Taya A.

    The food is here is absolutely excellent and the staff is helpful, patient and thoughtful. If you don't know how to order or what to order they are more than willing to help and essentially create your order for you based on what you like. Its a small restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. Best Ethiopian food i've had in Boston!

    (5)

  • Helia Z.

    So, so delicious! Such a tiny, hole in the wall place, which seems to be synonymous with amazing food. It can be kinda tight if it's a packed night, but the food is so worth it. And it's pretty cheap too!

    (5)

  • May M.

    It's hard to go wrong with Ethiopian food. It's filling, healthy, easily vegetarian, and delicious. However, within the world of Ethiopian food, this is probably a solid C. Still good, not great. Also while the service was friendly, it was slow as hell. Good thing we weren't in a hurry.

    (3)

  • Julie N.

    Best Ethiopian food I've tried so far in Boston. Good amount of spice and good variety of food (I don't think the menu was as big as Addis Red Sea but it is way tastier!). The owner and server are very sweet. We were there sometime over the last winter. Unfortunately they were out of their homemade honey wine... which reminds me that we need to go back.

    (5)

  • Brian R.

    Not only great food, but a whole different culinary experience awaits at Blue Nile. My son spent a few weeks in Ethiopia on internship, so he took me to Blue Nile, his favorite Ethiopian place in Boston. This is real-deal. Not a tourist spot or an Americanized ethnic experience. We ordered beef and lamb and it came out on a giant tray. The meats and vegetables in small piles around the plate sat atop injera, a "bread" that is somewhere between a crepe and a pancake in texture, somewhere in the taste department between the fermentation of a sourdough and a rye, and served at room temperature, unlike a tortilla. No utensils, so you take a piece off of the huge injera and use it to grab the food that you're eating, something akin to pinching off your own soft mini-tacos. Both the lamb and the beef, made with a very spicy spice called "mitmita" were perfect. Tender, flavorful, and, for all of y'all in the spicy world, it would put your best Thai or Texas chili to SHAME. The vegetables, though, I thought were the real stars of the meal. They provided so many varied textures, tastes, and experiences to break up the heat of the meat. There were four of us, including three college men, and we still couldn't polish off all of it, so it was not only an amazing experience, but good value. Joseph, the owner, was the height of great hospitality. You are not walking into a McRestaurant here. Serving his customers, and opening up your world-view to his slice of cuisine is something he takes very seriously, and he and his small staff do it with exceptional care and good grace. There are a lot of restaurants in Boston. If you have time to move past the obligatory chowdah moment, and can tear yourself away from Boston's fleet of food trucks, this is a must stop for any serious foodie. Only open for lunch on the weekends.

    (5)

  • Vanessa P.

    FINALLY! My quest to find good Ethiopian food in Boston is over! Though this is still not quiiiiite as good as my favorite places back in California or Baltimore, it's my new go-to Ethiopian restaurant. Their veggie combo was delicious. Highly recommend the cabbage/carrot dish. And their injera was the perfect texture and tanginess. I even took some food home to eat the next day for lunch and it stayed just as delicious upon re-heating. So happy :)

    (5)

  • James H.

    Awesome portions, great flavor!

    (4)

  • Lindsey A.

    Great service- the owner is very warm. Food- So much! I want some just talking about this place. I could eat their food everyday. Wonderful Honey Wine Great date place or any day place. I hope this place stays in JP forever.

    (5)

  • Bill Z.

    Blue Nile just became my favorite Ethiopian restaurant in the Boston area, and I've been to quite a few. It's definitely the smallest one I've been to, but I think that adds to its hominess and charm. The menu was well laid out, the staff, though quite busy (no empty tables), was friendly and attentive, and patient with our questions. Normally I order a Meta Beer at an Ethiopian restaurant, but I don't recall if they had it on the menu. It didn't matter - the wine list contained quite a few very reasonably priced wines. I would not be surprised if our party single-handedly depleted their malbec inventory last night. The injera here is darker than I've seen at other Ethiopian restaurants. I don't know if that means they're using whole wheat flour or perhaps some additional ingredients. I thought it might have a deeper flavor because of that, but not really. Then again, does it really matter when you're using it as your tool for the food? Our appetizers - both types of sambosas ($3.50) and the Ayeb Begomen and mitmita ($3.99) were delicious. For entrees, we opted to get as much variety as possible by ordering several different combination dinners. This turned out to be a really good idea. One thing I particularly liked is the amount of spiciness. In this case, it was enough to bring out the flavor, but not enough to make me break out in an excessive sweat. I think that really enhanced the vegetable dishes. I just wish Blue Nile was closer to one of the T-stops. It's about a 10 minute walk from the 2 closest, and finding street parking can be a chore.

    (5)

  • Kristina L.

    This was my boyfriend's first time trying Ethiopian cuisine, so he was really excited about the whole experience and I'm glad I got to introduce him to it. I'm sure he'd give Blue Nile 4 stars. However, since I've had Ethiopian before, I've really got mixed feelings about this place. What I liked: 1) I'm not vegetarian, but Blue Nile offers many awesome veg options (the cracked wheat, yellow lentils, and collard greens were especially delicious)! The vegetable portions were very generous so we were able to share. 2) A cup of coffee (which I'm assuming is Ethiopian?) is only $2 and tastes great even without adding milk or sugar! Even my boyfriend loved it, and he's not a big coffee person. What I didn't like: 1) There weren't any napkins at the table, which sucks when you're eating spicy foods with your hands and your nose starts running lol. 2) The waiter barely checked up on us to clear plates. 3) The injera was cold and more bitter than I'm used to. I guess I prefer it warm? 4) Our coffees were accompanied by only a few packets of Splenda (which I'm allergic to)! Thank goodness the coffee tasted fine on its own, but it would have been nice to at least have the option of milk/cream/sugar. 5) i'm a huge tiramisu fan, but the tiramisu here was way too sweet and tasted like caramel...huh? I could only handle 3 bites of it (boyfriend was happy to finish it). I still prefer Abyssinian Ethiopian in Hartford to this place. However, if Blue Nile were the only Ethiopian restaurant in Boston, I'd probably go back (for my boyfriend's sake).

    (2)

  • Jessica L.

    Went here with my boyfriend on a Saturday night and it was remarkably quiet but completely cozy. We each enjoyed (a very reasonably priced) glass of wine and the veggie platter for too. I agree that the injera was delicious, if a bit darker and tangier than I'm used to. The decor is basic, but the food is exceptional. Our waitress was a sweetheart and loaded us up with extra injera in our to-go box. Great for a date night-- come hungry!

    (4)

  • Megan D.

    I don't easily give out 5-star reviews. This review is based on two things: 1. Amazing food. 2. Despite the rumors, JP is filled with mediocre restaurants. This might be more like a 4-star place, but in JP, it deserves a bump up. This is probably the best restaurant in JP. Please go and support this restaurant so that dumb-shit places like Grass Fed don't become the norm. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

    (5)

  • Erin C.

    The best Ethiopian food in Boston! (yes, I've already been to every other Ethiopian restaurant in Boston) It's very reasonably priced and the food is really delicious and flavorful, especially the cornucopia of vegetarian options. I really recommend the vegetarian combo for two and definitely getting the lentil dishes. The Ethiopian honey wine and iced tea are also tasty. It's a great place for a mixed vegetarian/meat eating crowd. Yes, the service the slow, but it is very friendly and I've never had any mess-ups. Despite being slow, they are still very responsive to being flagged down and getting more water/drinks/napkins/bread/etc. So I'm not taking off a star because I haven't actually felt frustrated. However, I would say this is not a good place for a big group (ie more than four) because the restaurant is very small and there is only one waitress. Bottom line, I think this is a great place to come for lunch on a weekend while meandering around JP on a beautiful day, when you're feeling that Sunday laziness and not in a hurry.

    (5)

  • Laura M.

    LOVE! First ethiopian dining out experience and it was great. The food was delicious and our waitress was on point even though she was very busy. Omg to the doro wat. The red lentils and the spinach were killer as well. Vegan and vegetarian friendly. As well as lots of meat if that's your thing. They will ask if it's okay to put your meat on the same plate as your veggie stuff. I liked that extra consideration. P.S. If you eat all your injera (the giant crepey thing your food is served on), it's okay to ask for more. The place is tiny and parking can be a little tricky in that area, so give yourself some extra time. But whatever you do, make sure you try it out.

    (5)

  • Beverly G.

    I am a HUGE fan of Ethiopian food. I've eaten at almost every Ethiopian place in the city - both Addis Red Seas, Asmara, Habesha, Fasika, and Lucy Ethiopian Cafe. When I saw that JP was going to get its own Ethiopian restaurant, my heart trembled with a combination of overwhelming joy and grief as I realized that (1) it was SO SO CLOSE to my apartment, but that (2) at that point, I was scheduled to move out of JP in about a month. But I was determined to sample this place before I moved out of JP for good. And sample it. And sample it again. Let's just say that I ate at Blue Nile an embarrassingly high number of times before I left JP (one of these times was after I'd packed all of my stuff into the truck, and I was sitting in the floor, in the dark, in my now-empty apartment, styrofoam takeout box in my lap, happily munching on gomen wet). I've been back twice since moving from the neighborhood, as well. It's by far the most reasonably priced Ethiopian restaurant in the Boston area. Every vegetarian entree, and about half the meat entrees, are under ten dollars. I spent a little under $50 for three people recently - that's with three entrees, an appetizer, a beer, a mango juice, and a coffee. The food is excellent. The injera has a bite to it, certainly more than the injera you'll get at Addis Red Sea but not as sour as what you get at Asmara. It's probably the most vegetarian-friendly Ethiopian restaurant I've been to, as well. The misir wet (red lentil stew) is some of the best I have ever had. It's just perfect. It's the exact right blend of heat and flavor. One downside: the restaurant is tiny - like, Ten Tables tiny - so it might be packed, depending on when you get there. Definitely worth the wait, though. I recommend bringing your appetite to a Sunday lunch.

    (4)

  • Travis M.

    Never had Ethiopian food, so I really don't have anything to compare this to... I thought Ethiopia didn't have any food (I kid!). For those of you who don't know, silverware is traditionally foregone in Ethiopian cuisine, so don't be a douche and ask for a fork. The entrees are served on a giant, spongy, pancake thingy... the name eludes me, but it's something like a cross between crepe and pita. I had a combination plate with the chicken and a beef dish along with some red lentils. Best not to look at what you're eating since it resembles baby food, but looks aside... the stuff is pretty tasty. Complex, unique, and bold would be some appropriate adjectives... If you are feeling adventurous, try this place... you shan't be disappointed. Come with your patience as there seemed to be only one frazzled waitress in the joint (it's small). Didn't get up the nerve to try their homemade honey wine, but still a little pissed there were no Ethiopian beers on the menu. Go figure.

    (4)

  • Rich G.

    Delicious authentic food, great prices, very friendly staff. Best of JP!!!

    (5)

  • R K.

    I am a fan of Ethiopian food especially since they usually have many tasty vegetarian dishes. I have tried ethiopian food in many cities including Providence, Hartford, St Louis, and found this place to be the best! I usually get the vegetarian combo and have always left the place full and satisfied but not feeling guilty about eating unhealthy food. Have never been disappointed. My all time favorite cuisine and restaurant. The owner is really nice and accommodating.. We once went to the place when they had no power on their street for repairs in the summer, and the kitchen was just closed but since we had come from 45 minutes away, the owner whipped up a few dishes which were again great.

    (5)

  • Rita N.

    I ventured into this little hidden jewel in JP on a rainy night. I am so glad that I stick to my gut and convince my friends to join me there. The food is great and the owner is really friendly. Great prices and causal atmosphere. What's not to like? I will definitely come back again!

    (4)

  • Kirs P.

    I went to Blue Nile back when it first opened and managed to never get back there until this last weekend. Really wondering what the hell was wrong with me that it took this long to get back, because it's freakin' delicious. Service is what I call Ethiopian-slow. Every Ethiopian restaurant I've ever been to has this problem. Everyone is nice and stuff, but it's just a wee bit on the slow side of things- which usually isn't a problem for me, but sometimes you're starving and you need injera in your tummy right then or you might DIE. Such was the case last Friday when I took my current gentleman caller there for his second Ethiopian experience ever (he was duly impressed and now we will go on an Ethiopian restaurant dining adventure- hitting all of them in the Boston area). Luckily after we got situated and they finally came over and took our orders (It wasn't really that long, promise, I was just insane starving) the food came out fairly quickly. Started with the ayeb begomen and mitmita (collard greens, a sort of cottage cheese type thing, and berbere). It was really good. Possibly the best version of the dish I've had stateside. Then I got a vegetarian combo and the date a meat combo that we shared. Why do some Ethiopian joints serve their vegetable sides cold? I do not understand. This is a somewhat common experience and it's definitely not traditional (every restaurant I ate at in Ethiopia served the dishes warm). Unfortunately, Blue Nile is a cold-vegetable Ethiopian restaurant. Which makes me sad, because the flavors are really good and authentic and would be even better if served warm. And it's why it gets only four stars and not five. And! Tej! Homemade! YEAH. I wish all the local Ethiopian joints made their own stuff. It's amazing when done right and the complexity of flavor is way more interesting than the stuff you can get bottled. So, despite the cold mitin shuro wot, I will return. Frequently.

    (4)

  • Jules H.

    Went here for the first time this weekend (really, I feel like I am always so eager to try new restaurants that I don't always go BACK to places... hmmm...), and was really happy. First of all, the restaurant is EENSY. Know that you will be bumping into the servers going to the bathroom, and hovering awkwardly in the bathroom door when you can't fit in the hallway... But THE FOOD. Is SO GOOD. My friend and I got the vegetarian's revenge for two, which was not only a great selection of options, but they even divided it up on top of the bread so that we each had our half of each serving on our side of the bread and there was no awkward reaching. We also got the chicken main dish, and it was great - in face, if we had not ordered the chicken or the sambosas to start, we still would have had plenty of food. The prices are also fantastic - a $5 glass of wine? A $3 beer? Yes, please! The people here are friendly and the food is great and the prices are great!

    (4)

  • Daniel H.

    I ordered the tibs, with some formaggio on the side. The tibs had awaze mixed in it, and it came with a salad. It wasn't as good as Mom's cooking but pretty much as good as it gets as far as Ethiopian restaurants go. Flavorful, large portions. The meal cost me $16.04, an even $20 with tip. The place is locally owned. I met the owner, Joseph, as he was having his own dinner at the table next to mine. Very cordial, good-natured, eager to please. I think I'll try the key wet the next time I go.

    (5)

  • Jazzie F.

    I went here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon after walking around JP and discovering wherever I wanted to go was closed. I was pleasantly surprised at how good everything was (and vegetarian) and after living in Hyde Sq. for over a year -- cursed myself for not visiting here before. I see this place as my usual spot in the near future. Def. worth the trip and contrary to my thoughts on how expensive Ethiopian food can get, I was happy at the price i paid for two salads, one dish and two beers. Awesomeness.

    (4)

  • Emily H.

    I've been to Blue Nile twice now. Here are my thoughts: Cons: -It's very small, and we had to wait a while for a table. In addition, the person who was seating guests wasn't keeping very good track of who was waiting and in what order they arrived. -They don't have any African beers -The second time I went, the food was fairly underwhelming on the whole. -We didn't finish our food and didn't want to take it home (because eww soggy leftovers) and the waiter gave us a hard time about it, pressuring us to keep eating or to explain why we didn't like the food. I imagine this is probably a cultural thing-- perhaps it was considered offensive that we didn't finish? Pros: -The injera is great. Nice and sour and delicious. -The service was very fast -Portions are large -The first time I visited, I loved the food -Nice Hyde Square location

    (3)

  • Angel T.

    Vegan friendly. The waiter was very knowledgable about the vegan options on the menu. And even when he was unsure about an ingredient, he'd go into the back to grab the packaging and let me read the ingredient list. He was extremely patient and helpful. Service was great. We were the first ones to sit down right when they opened at noon so we got a lot of attention. Food was delicious and full of flavor. The price is reasonable too. Overall, great experience.

    (5)

  • Kevin F.

    Delicious food. Very friendly staff and owner. Very small shop so make a reservation before hand. Easy to eat vegetarian as well. I'll definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Richard H.

    Easily the best ethiopian restaurant I've been to in Boston, and Probably in the US. -Service was fast and was easy to get a table (even though there were two of us they gave us a 4 person table, which is saying a lot for how small the place is). - Prices are very affordable for both wine and food. we had 2 combo plates that entailed us to try 8 different things as well as had 2 glasses of wine for $36. - The food was delicious. Perfect amount of spice and surprisingly fresh for how quick it came out. Definitely a place to go regularly

    (5)

  • Jake F.

    This place is fantastic! Went with a large group of people for two birthdays and the staff handled our group of 16 so smoothly. The food was delicious and they even went out and bought/served a cake for us. Great food, great people...definitely must stop in here if you're in JP!

    (5)

  • Marie D.

    Okay, so this restaurant is not totally deserving of five stars, more like 4 1/2 due only to some nutty customer servicing. The staff is terrifically friendly, however slow, disorganized, and slow. And disorganized. But the food is great! The portions great! The prices great! And they can accommodate annoying gluten issues. I give them five stars for all of the above.

    (5)

  • Jesse L.

    Great addition to J.P. Really affordable food (and beer! $3 Corona!) that is super tasty and made by some seriously nice people. I really like how their "spicy" dishes have just enough spice to get a little warm, but too much. Yes, their service isn't that great, but go for the the food -- the $20 J.P. Veggie for 2 is a great deal. Pro-tip: consider ordering to-go and head to the Brendan Behan pub, arguable the best bar in the universe.

    (4)

  • D K.

    This place is fantastic. The vegetarian combos are great - you get your choice of 4 or 6 veggie dishes served on a big platter (you can get it sized for one or two people) on top of really good teff injera (a kind of bread that you break into pieces and use to pick up bites of food). All the veggie options that I've tried are good; I particularly like to get an array of different ones, e.g. the collard greens, one of the mixed vegetable ones, a lentil or split pea one, and at least one with spicy berbere sauce. I really like the ambiance - it's casual but has nice decorations, and they are really friendly.

    (5)

  • Erika M.

    Can you say hidden gem? Try it. It's easy. Holy SHITS this place is delightful. I'm not Ethiopian food savvy nor does my palate call for anything higher than a box of Kraft cheese and macaroni, but this place was great. Not just great, but FUN! Did you know that you eat Ethiopian food with your HANDS?!? Breaking all the rules here! My wicked hot date, Capricia and I split the veggie platter for two. We had lentils, yellow peas, chard, potatoes, beans and more beans. Amaze balls. Really. I will go back to this place forever and a day. I really want you all to try it too. This is just what Hyde Square needs. This is what Kaka needs. Thank you Blue Nile.

    (5)

  • Sarah M.

    I have been curious about checking this spot out for a little while, so my boyfriend and I decided to give it a go for dinner last night. The server was polite, friendly, and attentive. The atmosphere was a little lacking - couldn't really here any music, and the heat was on far too high. Also the people sitting behind us were annoying, but certainly no fault of the establishment! I was a little disappointed in the beer selection. I was hoping for a little more of an ethnic variety. Something about drinking a Corona while eating Ethiopian food seems a little off to me, though what they had was priced quite reasonably. The wine selection was fair and well priced. As for the food, we decided on the vegetarian revenge combo for 2 ($23.99), which included an appetizer and 6 vegetarian sides. For an appetizer we went for the spinach sambosas, which were perfectly crispy, delicious, and not greasy at all. For the sides we went for the spicy red lentils, collard greens, split yellow peas, cabbage/potato mix, veggie mix, and the cracked wheat. The red lentils had great flavor and a good amount of heat and were decidedly the favorite on the platter. The least favorite was the cracked wheat. It just was kind of boring compared to the great flavors the other sides had. I would probably omit that one next time. This was accompanied by plenty of injera, which was pretty much almost perfect. Neither of us could finish all of the food, so for the price, quality, and quantity this was a great option. The service, price, and most importantly the food certainly compensated for my sadness regarding the beer menu, heat, and loud mouth table neighbors. I will be visiting Blue Nile again for sure!

    (4)

  • Joe S.

    I visited the Blue Nile today (noon-time) on a whim after seeing fellow Yelpers give it praise. I was greeted by the owner, (Elaina?)upon entering the restaurant. She was extremely nice and took the time to decipher the menu for me. As this was my first visit, I decided to go with their "Nile Combination" with Chicken. I paired the chicken up with Mesir Wet, Tikil Gommen & Yatakilt wet. The plate as a whole presented a pleasing amount of heat. Serve that up on fresh injera bread and It made a perfect meal for a bitter-cold day. I may have little experience with Ethiopian food, but I do pride myself a foodie and I can tell you that what they served me was flavorful and delicious. Add this place to your hit-list kids. It tastes like a winner!

    (5)

  • John B.

    This was OUTSTANDING. The food was delicious and the service was very good. Wine selection was good and the prices were MORE than reasonable. This is the best Ethiopian food we have had anywhere near Boston. Getting the food took a while, but that is the price of freshly prepared scratch-made food. Don't be in a hurry, just sit back and enjoy fine food in a comfortable, friendly place.

    (5)

  • Megan S.

    Boston doesn't have many Ethiopian places, so I feel super lucky to have this place down the block from me. I've been telling everyone about this place since it opened up. Excellent food at most excellent prices. Great vegetarian options. Even a bit of a romantic spot too!

    (5)

  • Sara S.

    I have celiac disease, and have heard that some Ethiopian food is ok, depending on their food preparation. I called ahead and the owner was clear that the Injera is made with wheat, but they could make my food with rice instead, so I ordered takeout. He clearly cared to get it right, which was nice. However, one of the staff members put injera in the order, and I didn't find out until my husband returned home. I called back, and the owner was very sorry and offered to make us another, making sure himself that it would contain rice and not injera. Once my husband got the new order, I tested the injera-free order with an at home ELISA test kit for gluten, and it tested low positive, over 10ppm. So, if you're avoiding wheat for general purposes, then it would be ok, but if you have celiac disease or a wheat allergy, even their carefully prepared gluten-free meals could contain gluten. As for the quality: my husband and I used to eat Ethiopian food at a couple restaurants in Oregon, and we've also eaten at another Ethiopian/Eritrean place here in Boston. The quality of the food at Blue Nile didn't even compare to the two Ethiopian restaurants in Oregon, but was comparable to Asmara here in Boston.

    (2)

  • Joe B.

    Delicious, unpretentious. Food quality / price = 5 Love the sega wat. Like the doro wat. Nice place, nice people.

    (5)

  • Zizzles A.

    I'm not the most qualified person to judge ethiopian food, mainly because I've never tasted anything I've disliked. My favorites have always been Miser wot and gomen wot, and Blue Nile's versions are as good as I've had. The place is really small, but not crowded on a weekday night, past 8pm. Not sure how the service would be during the dinner rush on a weekend, but it was perfect, welcoming, and attentive, on my visit. I ordered a vegetarian combo with an appetizer and the kitfo. The appetizer I chose was a spicy cottage cheese with greens dish that i forget the name of (though I can find it again on the menu as it has mitmita in it) and that was exceptionally tasty. I ordered the kitfo really rare, but it came slightly over cooked. The waitress noticed this and asked if we wanted it done again, but I was pretty hungry and didn't particularly care so I declined. 20 minutes later she came back with a really rare bowl of kitfo anyway, on the house. A very nice gesture. After just coming home from DC and the ethiopian food there, I have to say the stuff in Boston tends to be blander/milder. The kitfo had less butter, and the food in general wasn't as heavily salted or spiced. Still love the misor wot and gomen wot though. On the plus side, it's a lot cheaper than anything in DC. A veg combo with 6 dishes (that's the whole veg menu minus 1 dish) and 1 appetizer is $13 or so. That's ridiculous. Blue Nile is probably the best Ethiopian restaurant I've been to in Boston.

    (5)

  • Shane T.

    Wonderful service and quite prompt. Lamb was a tad dry and grisly but still quite tasty, atmosphere was great for locals, not worth driving for.

    (3)

  • Ali A.

    So good! Haven't had ethiopian food in years. Had a veggie combo due to wanting to try everything, the portions are perfect. The food was well spiced, injera good! The waitstaff was really helpful with recommending dishes / crazy attentive with refilling our water glasses the prices are sooo reasonable (I'm poor, this is great!)...like on par with food wall reasonable and WAY better food, not that I'm going to stop going to food wall. AND and, they deliver. Hell yes! So excited to have this business in my town

    (4)

  • Rohan G.

    This place is so good, it made me log in to Yelp and write my first ever review. Friendly staff, warm ambiance, great food, quick service - that pretty much sums it up. Thumbs up for: Vegetarian options Pricing Coffee Flavored drinking water (with the slightest tinge of citrus) I'm so glad I stay just a block away from this place!

    (5)

  • Joel F.

    Great food! The service might be a little slow, but its worth the wait the food is simply awesome. You cannot go wrong with the Non veg combination platter ..Highlight dishes the Chicken drumstick and the beef !

    (5)

  • Yolanda Y.

    This place seems to have potential, but it left me pretty underwhelmed when I went there for lunch today. I went there specifically because I looked up Ethiopian places on Yelp, and this one came up with the highest rating. The folks who were working were very sweet and attentive, but the food did not hit the mark. I ordered the cabbage/carrot/cardamom stew and it was out in well under five minutes. I remarked happily how quick that was and the woman who served me said it was already prepared. Right away I wondered how long ago it had been prepared and why wasn't it piping hot. The taste was fine, but it could have tasted better and even the temperature would have made a big difference. The injera seemed fine, but also not the freshest it could have been. The serving wasn't impressive either. I'm all about not eating huge portions but for a meal that came out to ten bucks, it wasn't much at all. They take credit cards, though, although I'm not too sure about amex. It was scribbled out on the door.

    (3)

  • Jeanine M.

    Excellent food and service! First Ethiopian dining experience and it was delicious! The staff will help you with ordering and are very knowledgable. It's a small place so be prepared for a wait, but it will be worth it.

    (4)

  • Kayle S.

    Wow, I'm so happy to find this new gem in the neighborhood. I got some delicious lunch takeout (4 veggie dish combo, $11 and super filling) and it was so quick! Unfortunately, they are switching to dinner only. There was nobody in the restaurant and it was lunch time, so I guess they're not getting a lot of business which is really sad. This place is almost as good as the Ethiopian places in D.C.!

    (5)

  • Nicole F.

    the delivery saga continues... i'm not sure why the service at the restaurant is good and the delivery is so very bad. i keep ordering it, and they eked messing it up (which really makes me the idiot, but the food is so damn good). today, the delivery took over an hour to arrive, and after the guy left, i realized my precious ayeb begomen was missing. when i called the restaurant they admitted that yes, they forgot to give it to the driver and could they credit me that amount? that wouldn't work since i paid cash. i asked for them to send the delivery guy back with my appetizer, and they refused because the cost of the driver was more than the cost of the food. seriously? way to put the customers first, or not at all. so now they're going to give me extra next time ("just remind me when you call for delivery," he said. if you can't remember something on the night i order it, how will you remember it later?). sadly, i don't think there will be a next time. it's been fun, blue nile. sayonara.

    (2)

  • Noah E.

    I love Ethiopian food, so I go out of my way to try all of the Ethiopian restaurants I can. This one is good, but not great. I would give it 3 stars, but my dining companion liked it more than me, hence the 4 stars. We got the Vegetarian's Revenge, which is a combo platter with 6 choices and an appetizer. We got the spinach sambusa. They were good. I decided I prefer my usual lentil, but my friend really enjoyed the spinach. When our entree came, I was a little surprised because there didn't seem to be that much food. It turned out that there was a miscommunication and we had been brought the combo for 1 instead of 2. It worked out, however. It was the right amount of food for lunch and we both left satisfied. The price was certainly right at $12.99. I went out of my way to come here and showed up at 11:35 am but they were not open as advertised. I called back a couple of times and eventually at noon they said they were open. I understand it's a small place, so I'm not really complaining, it's just something to be aware of. If I lived in the neighborhood, I would certainly go. It's probably not fair to compare it to places in DC and NYC, so I would say as far as Boston goes, it's worth checking out.

    (4)

  • Amanda S.

    As if I needed another reason to love JP- here's one more gem! This place is teensy, but so quaint. I've been twice now and have tried almost all (if not all) of the vegetarian options- of which there are many (another reason I like this place so much). There are great options for sharing- where you can sample several different dishes. The food comes served on a large round tray, lined with a piece of injera (the spongy bread that you use to scoop everything up with), and they serve extra injera on the side- no forks or knives needed, you can eat everything with your hands. Although I don't have much of a basis of comparison, I can honestly say there wasn't one dish I didn't like, and judging from the other reviews the food here is very authentic. On our last visit, dinner for three including beer/wine for all ran about $45. Glad to have this place in the 'hood!

    (5)

  • Chaitra B.

    This place serves amazing food. All Ethopian restaurants are known for their slow service. But with this place you dont mind the wait because at the end of it, you have mouth watering food served to you. It looks like a family run business and they are always so friendly and nice to their customers. Cant wait to go there again.

    (5)

  • Doug M.

    Wow! On some levels that was the best Ethiopian I've ever had - here in Boston, in NYC, in DC. We got a 6 combo Vegetarian for 2. Each of the 6 was great AND so exquisitely distinct. Usually there's overlap in flavors, some real sameness across dishes. Not at Blue Nile. The mixed Veggies, collards & lentils was esp. amazing. The corn was an interesting variation. The only thing I would've appreciated was a bit more spiciness in at least a couple dishes. We'll definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Matt G.

    I have been dying to try Ethiopian food for some time now. Yesterday I found myself in JP and stumbled upon Blue Nile. The people there were from Ethiopia and were proud of their food. We asked a lot of questions before during and after the meal. The staff were all happy to answer any and all questions. We tried a few different things and mostly everything was amazing. The one thing we didn't like I feel was just opinion and I am guessing a lot of people would like that dish. I will definitely be back for more. Great experience and highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Nadeem I.

    I love this place. the service is great and the food i delicious. All the dishes here were extremely fresh and some were spicy. The injera is great too. Lots of veggie options.

    (4)

  • Retro G.

    I, too, enjoy Ethiopian food. This tiny place (don't be fooled by the stock photos on their website which I assume is under construction) was freezing when we came in, and our table would not stop rocking which no one noticed until I grabbed napkins (which no one gave us) and crouched down to stabilize the table. There are many veggie options and my friend and I ordered a veggie platter. The injera was cold and a bit too soggy (even for injera). The collard greens were tasty (Gomen Wet) and not overcooked. We enjoyed the classic lentil dish which was spiced just right. They have a liquor license, which was surprising. Overall, worth a trip but not the best Ethiopian in the city.

    (3)

  • Renee J.

    I too was inspired to join yelp because of this place! I've been here 4 times now since it opened and its become my go-to neighborhood restaurant. I went once with fellow meat lovers (and we all enjoyed the lega tibs beef !) and once with vegitarians (and we all enjoyed the veggie options). The prices are very fair for what you get, and the atmosphere is great... very relaxed, very nice staff, small and homey feel to it... and the staff doesn't bother you or rush you out. I also really loved their home brewed honey wine (Tej), tasted just like the one I had in Ethiopia (which is different than the sweeter store bought version). Highly recommend (as long as you dont mind eating with your hands.. this is served in typical ethiopian fashion!)

    (5)

  • Dave G.

    This is quite possibly one of the best hidden gems in Boston. I want to give it a bad review so that people will stay away and I can eat there more. Very good food, bright and exciting flavors, service is great, prices are even better. All the other reviews are very thoughtful and I agree with almost everything.

    (5)

  • ash e.

    We had a great waitress! The food was very good. Not as greasy/butter laden as Ethiopian food can sometimes be. Timatim Fitfit had higher injera-to-veg ratio then I've usually had elsewhere, but the flavor was good, sharp but not biting. Not a bad dish out of the 6 we sampled, and the red lentils were stellar. Only about 9 tables, so expect a wait on weekend nights. They did a smart job with a small space: we didn't feel crowded.

    (4)

  • Maria M.

    This place is a true gem. Charming ambiance, warm and engaging staff, but most importantly, the food is wonderful! Our waiter made fabulous recommendations. What a delightful epicurean experience.

    (5)

  • Luisa S.

    Delicious food! This is definitely the best tasting Ethiopian food in the Boston area. Service needs improvement, but since the food is so good I will continue to return.

    (5)

  • Meeg W.

    Way more food than I thought, very filling and delicious for a pretty decent price. Ordered a beef dish and the vegetarian platter that came with 6 different sides and an appetizer. Everything was amazing. Vegetable dishes I didn't think I'd like were great and we left absolutely stuffed.

    (5)

  • Ashley S.

    Was so excited to try out Blue Nile and I was extremely pleased! I got one chicken dish and one vegetarian dish (take out) and both were excellent. I plan to be a regular. This is just what Hyde Square needed!

    (5)

  • Timothy C.

    Very attentive staff, great authentic food.

    (5)

  • Brett J.

    Very good. We've eaten at all of the local Ethiopian restaurants, Blue Nile is one of the better ones we've tried. The food quality is much better than Addis Red Sea. Everything tasted fresh and was well spiced. The injera was tangy and tasty. They didn't automatically make the food bland because we are American like some restaurants do. The service and price were great. The waitress was attentive and helpful. They've only been open a week, they said they plan to make some improvements soon, such as coffee ceremonies. We did not have time to try the regular coffee on our first visit but we will definitely try it on our next visit. I did not see Tej on the wine list but I assume it will be added soon as well. All in all it's worth giving this new restaurant a try. The food and service are great. The price was very reasonable considering all the food we ordered. It's good and authentic.

    (4)

  • Casey S.

    don't bother with their website, the only thing right on there is the address. That being said you gotta try this place, they have amazing food and their prices can't be beat. It's a small, cozy little joint so groups of 4+ are going to take up a third of their max capacity.

    (4)

  • Ben K.

    Great! Best Ethiopian food I've had since moving to Boston. Rivals the great places I used to frequent in West Philly. Definitely better than Addis. Authentic, fresh, delicious. Injera made the right way. Very attentive and friendly staff, fast service. Extremely reasonable prices. Will definitely be a regular!

    (5)

  • Gery J.

    Food is just amazing - so delicious and not heavy at all. Prices are quite reasonable too. Cannot recommend enough!!!

    (5)

  • Charmie S.

    How do I put this? Let's go with this: If a patron falls ill due to food consumption before even leaving your establishment, something is wrong. My friend and I ordered the vegetarian platter (Vegetarian Revenge) with split peas, lentils, collards, something wheat-y (cracked wheat was it?), carrots/green beans. Of course said platter came with injera bread. Soft spongy, and ... cold? Yeah, not what you'd expect, right? Before that, we had the lentil sambosa for an app, which was pretty good -- good flavor, good enough spice, and perfectly crispy on the outside. One thing to note about our vegetarian platter was how cold it was. This place is billed as a made to order establishment, but I suspect our food was pre-made and warmed up. Sneaky, if this was in fact the truth. Now, back to my friend falling ill. This was terrible. Stomach pains. Don't know what to make of that other than to say that I can't recommend it.

    (1)

  • Charlie J.

    another fab jp restaurant. service was a bit odd but the food was five stars.

    (4)

  • Julie S.

    Went here for lunch recently with my 7 year old daughter. It was amazing food! We frequent an Ethiopian restaurant in Brooklyn, where we live, and my daughter was also crazy for the food at Blue Nile. Really fresh ingredients, low sodium and oil content (not often the case at Ethiopian spots), plentiful portions, very fair price. Wonderful injera, authentic. We had a veggie sampler and appetizer. The family that owns the restaurant was on hand to provide lovely service and kindness. Small place with warm colors and attention to detail. Highly recommend a meal here.

    (5)

  • Andrea E.

    We are sad we've lived in JP for a year and only now got to Blue Nile. I love Ethiopian food! This is the first place I've ever been that didn't have the traditional stools and round table for the tray of food. But they had some awesome dishes that I'd never seen before, the variety was great. And everything we had was really delicious. Really. But their menu is different: you can order entrees separately whereas every other place I've ever been to, you can only order the injera with the piles of food piled on it. We got the cabbage/carrot dish for about $9 as well as one vegetarian combination in the traditional style. The individual entrée seemed small for the money, the traditional combination thing seems like a way better value. Really sweet guy who served us, but he was a little distracted. He forgot to bring us our beer, which wasn't a big deal. Beer & wine was really reasonably priced, so we'll try again on that one. Very vegan-friendly, very clean. Most definitely will be going back soon.

    (5)

  • Charlotte S.

    I don't like to give one star reviews. But I really cannot conceive a worse experience overall and it blows my mind to see this restaurant with so many 4 & 5 star reviews. Any time I go somewhere and it takes a painfully long time to even be acknowledged at the door (and this is NOT a big restaurant, maybe 10 tables total?) and even longer to even receive a glass of water, that's usually a bad sign. I was willing to look past it in the moment because I was hungry and also the place was small and pretty slammed. But, really, we should've got up and walked out before we even ordered (I think we waited 10 minutes for menus even!). We spent two hours total in this restaurant. TWO HOURS. Everything about this two hours was painful - from the cramped space we were seated in, to waiting forever for the food, to the lackluster food that all tasted the same, to waiting for the check, to trying to get the check settled, so on and so forth. This was my first time trying Ethiopian food but I do consider myself pretty open. I'll eat pretty much anything so long as it sounds good and everything sounded legit to me. My friend and I split a 4-option veggie combo (lentils, collard greens, cabbage, and a mix of veggies) and our other friend ordered the Misir wet. We were pretty vocal about how this was our first time and asked a lot of questions but she didn't really seem interested in answering any of them and seemed perturbed. We really wish that the waitress was helpful in any capacity because, had we known that when our food finally arrived, that she would just dump the lentils in the middle of our platter when it was something we already ordered in our combo, we would've just ordered a larger veggie combo. The food wasn't that great but, again, I don't have much to measure it by as it was my first time. The only thing I liked on the plate was the collard greens. The bread had some sort of sour-citrus taste to it that infiltrated everything. I've had stomach cramps ever since Friday night and it is now Monday. I've been unable to eat much and everyone in my group felt sick upon leaving. This waitress....I don't know if this was her first day, her first job, or what but she was completely lacking in hospitality and common sense. In addition to her inattentiveness, she took down our order wrong and then argued with us over what the food on the plate was. Listen, I may have been a first timer but I know what cabbage looks like and we didn't receive any on our plates. Then, we asked if we could have plates or napkins (since we were offered neither) and the interaction went exactly like this: WAITRESS: One plate? FRIEND: No ma'am, may we please have three plates? WAITRESS: So, one plate? FRIEND: Three plates. WAITRESS: Two plates? FRIEND: There are three of us. Three please. She sporadically filled up water (I asked her for a refill, she refilled my friend's and not mine!), never brought napkins, etc. Getting the check was like pulling teeth. We just wanted to GTFO. When she finally did us the kindness of bringing it to the table, our friend was in the restroom. (My friend and I were treating the other friend.) I asked if we could split the check down the middle on two cards (even though this would slight me, I figured let's keep it simple). She said this is fine. She stood over the table while I looked at the check, hovering over me. I placed it down and realized she was still standing there. Finally I realized that she expected us to give her payment ASAP even though everybody hadn't seen the bill, so I had to explain to her that we weren't ready (uh hello?). This was single handedly the most uncomfortable experience I've ever had - I think beyond common sense it's just better time management to drop the check. When our friend came back and we put the two cards in the sleeve, she then came back and said, "OK, so I put it all on this card." and points at my card. Tha fugg? I asked her if she could void out the transaction. She said no. So, then, because apparently she cannot be trusted with a credit card, I asked my friend if he could leave a cash tip but he only had a twenty. Ten minutes later, he asks her for change and she says the register only has nineteen dollars. What the f kind of establishment only has nineteen dollars in it on a Friday night before 7? I put the tip on my card and I've been checking my account like a hawk because I am so afraid she's going to go on a shopping spree or add a zero to the number or something. The one allowance I'll give to Blue Nile (or, as I've been calling it "New Bile"): Everything seems to be cooked fresh/to order and we were seated by a huge group, at least 6 people. This explains why it took two hours from being seated to leaving the restaurant, but overall, the experience was pretty inexcusable.

    (1)

  • Samantha B.

    Charming Ethiopian spot on Centre Street in Jamaica Plain (Hyde Square). Be ready to eat sans silverware and enjoy the tangy injera (Ethiopian bread) as a fork, knife, and spoon. Options for meat lovers and vegetarians alike, with an extensive selection of vegetable dishes. A few highlights are doro wet (chicken) and siga wet (beef). The injera delicately blends with the spice, sauce, and texture of the meat - tender and flavorful. The berbere sauce is similar to a thinner barbecue sauce with lots of garlic and ginger. Doro wet is also served with boiled eggs and onions. Two or more dishes can be served on the same tray of injera.

    (4)

  • Christina H.

    This is the fourth Ethiopian restaurant we've tried since moving to Massachusetts and easily the best. Honestly, it's not even close. I can't wait to come back again.

    (5)

  • Susan K.

    The four stars here is primary for the food. It was delicious. For our party of three, we went with the six-option vegetarian platter ($28.99) and something that was made of the bread I think was called vegetable firfir ($12.99) It was also vegetarian. The vegetarian platter came with an appetizer of your choice. We selected the cold lentil salad which was SOOOO good. It was vinegary with some light spice and shallots. The vegetarian platter was huge and delicious. My friend ordered for us so I couldn't really figure out what we were eating. The extra vegetarian dish we ordered was placed right in the middle. It was a mixture made primarily of the Ethiopian bread with jalapenos and some other really hot spices. It was heavy and I could have done without it. The truth is, the vegetarian platter for two with the appetizer is more than enough food for three people. I would have given this place its full 5 stars but we were quite irritated with the service. In fact, I'm holding back on taking away another star. We arrived at 7pm on a Saturday night without a reservation. We were told they're completely booked for the night but encouraged to wait for one of the parties to leave. The entire time, there was 1-2 tables that were empty. As other (larger) parties without reservations came through, they were seated. All the while, we were the only small group waiting inside the restaurant for a seat. We didn't want to stand outside because people were smoking. After 35-40 minutes of this, my friend finally asked what was going on and we were told to finally sit down at one of the tables that was empty (!). To top it off, when we ordered and asked if we could have the six-option vegetarian option for three people, the waiter (who had us waiting) encouraged us to order the mixed bread vegetarian dish. There was confusion and a lot of attitude about it. Essentially, we could have just ordered the vegetarian platter for two and a separate one for one person. The waiter actually said out loud, "Do you want to have a lot of leftover food?" in a really sarcastic tone. It wasn't appreciated at all. The waitress, on the other hand, was so nice and helpful.

    (4)

  • Natasha M.

    Yum! I pass by this place all the time and I am so happy that I finally decided to try it out. The veggie combo was delicious. I tried the lentil, chick pea, collard greens and cabbage. The lentils were perfectly spicy and delicious. My boyfriend had one of the beef dishes and he loved it as well. I have never eaten with my hands but it was actually a pretty cool experience. Portions are very generous. One plate could easily feed two or make for yummy leftovers (writing this as I am currently enjoying mine). Service was a little slow because food is made to order, but very friendly. The honey wine is also amazing. Definitely will be coming back to try more veggie dishes.

    (5)

  • Sandeep Kumar M.

    Decided to try a new cuisine and found this place on yelp. It's a small and cozy restaurant in Jamaica plain with lot of ethnic artifacts for decor. We dint have a reservation so v had to wait for about half an hour. The manager was really friendly and the food was yummy. We were five people, when ordering the manager suggested we take 2 combos for two people each and suggested it will have enough food for all of us. We choose the veg combo for two with 6 entrees and the meat combo with chicken and lamb entrees. Being an Indian, the food really suited our palettes and while ordering, the manger suggested food that we might like and he was spot on. The total bill came up to 70 bucks, pretty awesome considering wet were 5 of us and ask of us stuffed like a turkey by the end of the meal. Overall it's a great place to eat and doesn't leave a hole in your pocket.

    (5)

  • Yeajin L.

    This was my first time trying Ethiopian food! I have no regret trying it, but the scent our entrée had was a but too much for me. It reminded me of Chinese herbal medicine. Samosa on the other hand was very delicious. I also ordered a blue nile pure honey wine of sort, which was a no no for me. Again, glad I tried it, sounded good, but no. However, this white grape something beverage we ordered was good; only problem with that was the glass it came in from. It's not a wine, so give us more :(

    (3)

  • Zack D.

    The food was great, best Ethiopian in Boston so far. Biggest disappointment: they don't serve Ethiopian coffee. At least not when we went.

    (4)

  • S D.

    This is wonderful Ethiopian food. As a vegetarian I always go for the combo and all of the dishes are tasty in their own way. It's the best I've had in the Boston area. The service is very friendly and even fit us in on busy new year's eve. On other occasions they've chatted with us about the business. It has a very warm and pleasant ambience.

    (5)

  • Adam A.

    I've eaten Ethiopian all over the world. Outside of east Africa this is the best. Nice dark injera and management that makes sure you leave happy and satisfied

    (5)

  • Monica J.

    Atmosphere is personable and cozy, the staff is attentive and beyond friendly. The food is amazing! Super delicious, the perfect amount of spice. Plenty of food, portion-wise and served community-style with no silverware. I love sharing meals like this with family and friends. I will definitely be back!

    (3)

  • Khanh P.

    Decided on a whim to meet up with a friend and try a different cuisine for once. Took the train to Jackson sq and it was about a 10 minute walk up the street from the station. The place is very small and extra cozy (you'll be back to back or elbow to elbow with other diners). This is a local mom and pop restaurant and it seems that the owner himself is very involved with his business serving and managing. I had to wait for about an hour for my friend and he was so nice to bring out an appetizer on the house for me (pity is not so bad sometimes) When it was time to eat, we had: - lentil salad app - sambocha - meat combo: Ye Siga Alicha (sauteed beef) w/ 3 veggie combos yekik alicha, shiro wet and one more I forgot. These were all served with their bread, injera which is like a soft, flat, porous, spongier tortilla and that's the best way to describe it. It's definitely a different taste because it has a sour finish to it. The lentil salad was very good, the sauce was light and zesty. The sambocha was lentils and beef wrapped up in a thin phyllo dough. I wasn't a big fan of it - the flavors didn't particularly stand out to me. The main dish comes out on this huge tray with the injera bread laid out with all of the ordered dishes nicely placed on top. This is a UTENSILS-FREE place so get use to it. I really enjoyed the Ye Siga Alicha, great seasoning and went great with the bread. As for the veggies it sorted ended up tasting all similar to me. Not bashing the food but I don't think these were the right dishes for me I'm a meat lover and this is a menu that is great for vegetarians. This is a place worth trying out if you're looking for something new to try and open to different foods. They did charge us an extra $5 for ordering the combo and the sambocha app for one person to share between 2 people. The sambocha app literally came out with 2 pieces so that was disappointing but the meat combo really filled up two stomachs so it was worth the extra money.

    (4)

  • Eli B.

    Possibly the best food I've ever had. I have been to this restaurant dozens of times and I've never had a disappointing meal. It is always delicious and the owner and staff are very attentive and remember you. Would highly recommend to anyone. You won't regret it!!

    (5)

  • Allison L.

    Their food is just delicious, they have many vegan options, and the service is friendly. That makes Blue Nile 5 stars in my book. But I actually wish I could give them 6. I called them at 11 AM on a Saturday, asking if they could deliver a whole bunch of food for 15 people at 6 PM that same day. When asked what dishes I wanted, I said "Just, whatever you think... as long as it's vegan, I like all your dishes!" They called to confirm when they were leaving the restaurant, and then showed up at 6:00 sharp with a load of wonderful food, including a ton of injera. Our guests were so freakin' impressed. Thanks for making us look good, Blue Nile!

    (5)

  • Tom H.

    Crazy good and crazy cheap! Many dishes under $10 and all bottles of wine in the low $20 range. All very tasty. I love this place. And--AND--it's across the street from the Behan! So, if you have to wait, as you likely will, as they have gotten very popular, you could have a drink or ten.

    (5)

  • Steve B.

    Friendly, relaxed atmosphere, even on a busy Friday night. The food is really good - the lentils and the chicken were standouts. We tried a couple of combos so we got to try many dishes. Everything tastes homemade and fresh. The tej, which is honey wine, was also great. We're looking forward to going back and trying some of the other dishes.

    (5)

  • Carolina P.

    This is really the best ethiopian food in all of Boston. 1. Order the lamb. It's a bit spicy but coming from a person that hates spicy food this is really delicious and rich with flavor. 2. The honey wine is sweet and mild - and very unique! 3. Injera bread is the only one that I have food satisfactory. Not too sour. 4. Joseph is a sweetheart and loves his customers a lot! ENJOY!

    (5)

  • Dani K.

    delish vegan options! the veggie combo has lots of variety while being both healthy and filling. food comes quickly and the staff are very sweet - had a great experience both dining in and taking out, makes great leftovers too!

    (5)

  • Athira S.

    This place is was a real treat ! It is a gem of a restaurant with great Ethiopian food. I had the veggie combo and it came with great options at a great price. It was finger licking good.

    (5)

  • Annie K.

    Given it's reviews, cuisine, and location I really wanted to like this place! Unfortunately my expectations fell a little short. The restaurant was cute inside - which I could not fully enjoy as I had gotten take out - but even so the service was quick and thoughtful. I got the vegetarian special - which I would recommend if you have never had Ethiopian food before and/or aren't sure what you want - with the red lentil, chick pea, collard greens, and flax dishes. The red lentil and chick pea dishes were really flavorful, good, and spicy - I had a hard time getting over the paste-like consistency though which, I know, is that style. I found the collard greens to be nothing special and the flax dish weird, cold, rubbery and flavorless. The Ethiopian bread - which they gave me a ton of - which everything was served with was pretty good but more spongy than I was expecting or enjoyed. I would definitely try it again, though, for the meat dishes!

    (3)

  • F A.

    We went here for New Years Eve, had a group dinner (4 of us). We had the lamb and the raw/mildly cooked ground beef and several veggie dishes. It was awesome! Very nice staff, great dining experience, food that you're probably not used to. Delicious, great group fun.

    (5)

  • Nick L.

    WONDERFUL food. Friendly service. Try the local honey wine. We finally decided to try Blue Nile on a cold December night, and we are SURE to be return visitors! Great vegetarian options, but really good for groups with combos of omnivores and herbivores! Don't miss this place!

    (5)

  • Katy W.

    Blue Nile, your food was delicious, but your dirty table cloth was utterly revolting. I couldn't bring myself to point out the obvious stains to the extremely nice young man who served us dinner. He's clearly a teen and he just looked so eager to please that I didn't want to be all "could you take this disgusting table cloth away"? We thought maybe whoever came to serve us would notice after we had been sitting for a few moments waiting for our menus, but no such luck. It was also odd since we noticed that most other tables in our view were covered in glass (clearly a smart move in an Ethiopian place) while ours was not. Anyway, I did my best to get over it and for the most part I can declare my experience a success. I thought the food was very good. I agree that the injera is indeed darker in color than others I have had, but I didn't notice a difference in taste as some others noted. I did think that the edges dried out more quickly than in other places I have had it. I also thought they were a little stingy with the injera here. I don't understand why they don't bring you several pieces per person at once. They wait until you're finished and then order (one) more from the kitchen. Anyway, aside from these slight oddities, Blue Nile is so reasonable in price and their food is really equal if not slightly better in quality to places we have tried in Los Angeles and San Jose. We had the veggie combination which was very good (I think my favorite are always the yellow peas) and the Siga Wet which was SO delicious! I'm happy to have such a good Ethiopian place locally.

    (4)

  • B B.

    Absolutely excellent service. Our server (who I assume was the owner) helped us Ethiopian novices to pick a wide variety of options. Food was delicious, and the wine selection made it even better. For the two of us, a giant plate of food and bottle of wine was about $50. While I'm not sure I'll ever get used to eating with my hands, I would highly recommend you try it (or just ask for a fork).

    (5)

  • Anik M.

    Best Ethiopian in Boston! The owner is really nice and often adds a little something different to your order so you can try a few different things. They're home made honey wine is very nice and the food is always fresh.

    (4)

  • Steven R.

    My fiance and I had a meal here on a Sunday afternoon after a trip to the Arnold Arboretum (also a great spot you should visit!) Food: The food was extraordinary. We had the lamb (Yebeg Tibs) along with a single person combo of red lentils (Misir Wet), cabbage/carrot (Tikil Gommon), collard greens (Gomen Wet), and fresh vegetables (Yatakilt Wet). This was plenty of food for 2 people. All the food was seasoned in an incredibly unique way. We found the food flavorful and tasty without being overpoweringly hot or spicy. So freakin good. Atmosphere/service: The restaurant was empty when we went on a Sunday around 1pm. It is rather small as other reviewers have mentioned. I'm not sure how busy it gets on the weekends nights, so plan accordingly. The server (unclear if he was the owner) was great. He took the time to talk about the dishes in more detail. He was very laid back but attentive when he needed to be. Just a generally great person while attending to us. The food was served in about 12 minutes or so. We will definitely be back for more. I highly recommend this to not only anyone who has tried Ethiopian elsewhere but also to anyone yet to try it out. What a treat.

    (5)

  • Cathy N.

    Bad run in with owner. Under contact us on his website, he has an email address. I emailed Thursday asking if I needed a reservation for Friday. He doesn't even know he has an email address there. So after he seats us he tells us we have to give up the table for a reservation. I am not going back. Food was over rated anyhow.

    (1)

  • Bing Bing W.

    So I actually ate here the Friday that Suspect No.2 from the Boston Marathon bombings was on the loose because I ran out of groceries and my Chinese roommate and I were starting to look to each other as survival meat in case we had to stay in doors the entire weekend. Eff this, I said--I'm getting Ethiopian. This was my very first time and it was such a fun experience. The price is low considering how much food you're getting; I'm a fast and voracious eater and I had unexpected leftovers which later lasted me 3 more meals! The interior is on the smaller side, so come early or come late to avoid the lines. Even with an all-day terrorist hunt, when we finished eating there was already a line outside. Terror ain't neva gonna stop me from a feast!

    (4)

  • Brian L.

    My first Ethiopian experience! 2 people x (3 veggie dishes + 1 meat aka the Nile combination) = a big ol' platter to pick at and sample from. Brags (+): The spicy lentils are bomb. I would have been happy with three servings of that. The doro wet (chicken) was also delicious. Love that spicy. Can you see a theme here? Great service as well; got a thorough explanation (maybe too thorough) of each item on the menu. Also, there's something about eating with your hands that's just plain fun. Beats (-): I guess I'm just not a fan of injera. Oops. That most likely is not a fault of Blue Nile but more likely just my own taste preference. For much of the meal I was thinking about how snazzy the meal would be if we had naan instead of injera. Sorry Ethiopia! Variance (~): Funky jazz playing directly from the waiter's Macbook for musical entertainment. Low-tech at its finest!

    (4)

  • Orla S.

    Friendly staff, nice atmosphere and food was great. A different dining experience, eating without cutlery but very enjoyable and reasonably priced.

    (4)

  • Yelena Y.

    Love love love. Food excellent and lots of vegetarian options. Service with a smile. Just a bit expensive.

    (4)

  • Evan G.

    I love Blue Nile. The food here is incredible. I usually get the Vegetarian Revenge for one, mainly because of the name. It includes six of their seven veggie dishes in small piles served on injera, for $14.99. The vegetarian revenge comes with an appetizer (other than the sambosas), but they are all really meh, so I don't consider that much of a draw. The remarkable thing about this combo "for one" is that it's enormous. Like actually huge, I could never ever consume the whole thing myself at one sitting, and I can eat a lot. So, it's a great meal to share with a date, because it's all intimate and stuff eating with your hands! And it's cheap, so everyone wins. The one issue I've had here is that service can be cripplingly slow and/or inept (no water, ever, despite two requests) although all the staff are very friendly and kind. So, I often get takeout instead, to save myself the hassle. No big deal, though, because the food is really delicious.

    (4)

  • Carmen S.

    I LOVE this place! It's really small so I suggest calling ahead. I went on a Monday night so it wasn't too busy but very well could have been. I'd never had Ethiopian food before and the owner who waited on me recommended the lamb with the vegetarian combination which allowed me to sample most of the vegetables on the menu. Everything came on a large platter along with Ingera, a spongy Ethiopian bread which replaces your typical utensils. Everything on the platter was delicious and there was so much of it! Next time I'll probably order less. My guest and I could barely finish. The owner, Joseph came over to introduce himself and he was so sweet and attentive the entire time despite being the only server. I will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Shrikant P.

    Really great food. Especially the chicken dish with egg, its oily but just great tasting. Small place, I recommend calling them ahead.

    (5)

  • j b.

    This place is wonderful, and the owner is amazing. This is my son's favorite restaurant, and one time when we were there he told the owner that he wanted to go there for his birthday. The owner said we should call ahead, so when my son's birthday was coming up we had him call to make a reservation himself, and he told the owner it was for his birthday. When we got there, they made a big fuss over my son, and after dinner brought out an entire fancy, extravagant chocolate mousse cake-- which they must have had to go out and get from a bakery, since they don't serve cake-- on the house. Just the most generous lovely people and, of course, delicious food.

    (5)

  • Kylie S.

    This was an enjoyable experience all around. It's a small pleasant space, and the woman (owner?) working there was very welcoming and attentive. I ordered the "vegetarian revenge" and it was so much food, I have enough for lunch today. Everything was tasty--I especially enjoyed the spiced cottage cheese appetizer, the collard greens, and the cabbage/carrot dishes. The injera was delicious. The spiciness is mild so if you like it spicier, ask.

    (5)

  • Gene L.

    I like walking in and seeing the owner at her mac listening to some music. I'm not sure I'd want that at every restaurant, but for some reason it seemed to fit. She had really good recommendations and I thought the food was good. My experience with ethiopian food is a little limited but it left a positive impression, much more than the last ethiopian place I tried.

    (4)

  • Biko T.

    Excellent customer service. ..the owner is engaging and he greets you as soon as you walk in...I had the combination platter with two meets and three veggies and it was way more than I could handle...price is reasonable....only area of concern is the size of the restaurant

    (5)

  • Steven R.

    I would definitely give this place 5 stars for the quality of the food and the great environment, but I had to take 1 star off for the fact you may have to wait a long time to be seated and the food comes out very slowly when it's very crowded. But the food here is AMAZING! You eat with your hands for an authentic meal and the portions are very reasonable. The food on the menu is also very unique and the prices are good for the quality. This is a great place for a date, but things may get messy with eating with your hands so be warned! The owner and cook is a great guy as well.

    (4)

  • Das E.

    Excellent Ethiopian, and their home-brewed tej is just exquisite (if you can get it...it seems to sell out every few months). Though I wasn't lucky enough to sample any kave ceremony I would certainly return. The gentleman who served as host and waiter (perhaps he's a sort of proprietor there) was so utterly and friendly. Since the dishes we ordered required something like 20 minutes to prepare he offered us complimentary appetizer to enjoy while we waited. The only reason this reviewer fails to confer a 5 star rating is that some authentic character seems to be missing (where the woven grass structures?).

    (4)

  • Opal L.

    The inspiration for trying this place was an episode of the Simpsons. Remember when Marge and the kids became foodies after eating at an Ethiopian restaurant? Yeah, I wish I could tell you that I wanted to be oh so sophisticated and cultured, but no, it was the Simpsons. I had never had Ethiopian cuisine before trying this restaurant. For more pictures of my food experience at Blue Nile, please check out my blog post on this place: bostoncheapeats.blogspot… Anyway, I went there for takeout on a Friday and had the Nile Combo, which is a meat selection and 3 vegetarian selections. The food was ready in a very short amount of time. I think it was less than 10 minutes. The box of food was actually quite heavy, so I was looking forward to getting home and having a big feast! Fortunately, I live a short scoot from this place. When I opened the box, there was a round of folded injera bread on top. The meat and veggies were under that. There was another piece of injera under the meat and veggies. I guess that's for soaking up the spicy saucy goodness of the meat and veggies. You have a choice of beef or chicken. I chose the beef and it was actually quite spicy. It wasn't Indian spicy but not tame like barbecue chips either. If you're a spice wimp, I'm sure they can fix it to your liking. The injera bread had a slight tang to it but it becomes less noticeable the more you eat. For about $15, this meal is great! It's exotic, very filling, delicious, and fun to eat. How often do you get to eat with your hands like this? The idea is to break pieces of the injera bread and use those pieces to pick up the meat and veggies. It's actually a little tricky and I probably need a lot more practice. Because of the amount of food, I couldn't finish eating all of it in one sitting. I think I ate less than half and then had to take a long nap because it was so much food! So, my suggestion is to share this with someone, unless you're a lumberjack or a big burley football player.

    (4)

  • Nom N.

    Pro: I've never actually walked into this place, but I order from it constantly. The veggie combo is amazing. I can get two hearty meals, or three healthy ones, from one order of the combo, making the price well worth it. Obviously, this won't apply if you're a linebacker. The food itself is good, though if you've never had Ethiopian before, I suggest you go for the full experience first (not that I know what the inside of this place looks like LOL), as the ambiance adds a lot to the experience. Con: They'll sometimes screw up my combo dinner, but since almost everything off the menu is good I don't care that much. That being said, the last five times I've ordered have been flawless. The delivery guys definitely like to call you early before they have actually arrived at your door, so take your time getting downstairs. :)

    (4)

  • Nicole R.

    I'm always on the hunt for good Ethiopian food, so it was awesome to find this place. We had a vegetarian combo, and everything was tasty, but maybe a bit under-spiced for my liking. I'll definitely be back, though.

    (4)

  • Tricia M.

    Delish. Great service. Nice prices. An awesome experience.

    (5)

  • Emily W.

    I eat here all the time. The food is fresh and delicious, and the inclusion of a green salad with the meal is a welcome twist - a little bit of fresh, juicy veggies and tangy dressing is a nice compliment to the savory, spicy standard Ethiopian fare. The place is small and intimate, and the manager (owner?) will recognize you by your second or third trip. This is one of my favorite restaurants.

    (5)

  • Robert S.

    Fresh + tasty food. Lots of options for both vegetarians and omnivores. Staff was exceptionally helpful. You must try the honey wine when you visit Blue Nile. The wine is locally made, and it's an excellent way to cap off a great meal.

    (4)

  • Yas N.

    Food 4 stars Service: 3 stars Price: 5 stars Ambience 3, but didn't have High expectations due to casual look of the street I think food is good, but as good as I've had in the NY/DC/NJ. Dora War and Injera very good, but lamb dish wasn't seasoned properly and lamb meat quality was so so. Reasonably priced good under $50 for 3 people. Service was OK, had to wait for extra bread and bathroom don't have soap. May be owner/manager didn't expect people during labor day. But, I should mention we were late and owner (i think, not sure) was very gracious to accommodate us since it wasn't busy. Hope they improve service, but food is inexpensive and worth trying it.

    (4)

  • Ren P.

    I have been to every Ethiopian restaurant in Boston proper and this is the best. Especially the injera. They make THE most delicious injera. Now you know. Plus: affordable! As long as you're vegetarian and don't drink alcohol.

    (5)

  • Jennifer T.

    The place is small, with maybe less than 10 tables or so, all seating 4 people or less, so not good for a big crowd...the tables are also small, so making it a bit challenging to fit all your dishes, if you dont share (i.e., if you go with a vegetarian, so need to order your own separate dish for meat options). This is not the traditional ethiopian type of seating, as you are on regular small dining tables. The website def. needs to be updated, as its a little sad to have "istock photos" rather than actual images of the inside of this place. FOOD: I'd say the food itself was delicious, and each with its own unique flavors...def. recommend getting a combo so you can sample acouple of dishes. The pricing is also very reasonable, with most items less than $12 or $15. SERVICE: for how empty the place is, the servers dont really come back to check on you, or fill up your water glass (which is not good if you need something to help balance the spice in some of the dishes). When trying to ask them for their suggestions or even to explain what came in the meat combo, they werent very helpful and mumbled, oh well. Their honey wine was brewed in-house they said, but it was alot stronger and less sweet than you may have had elsewhere. LOCATION: not sure how close this is to a T, you actually need to drive here I think, or its off a bus line. Its close to the MSPCA and sorta close to the Franklin zoo. not much else in the area, but there is street parking. The neighborhood didnt look the best at night.

    (4)

  • Scott M.

    This is the second time I've been to Blue Nile in in the last two years or so and I wanted to give a glowing review. Joseph, the owner, took over Blue Nile from his sister and has put a lot of hard work into improving Blue Nile. Renovations to the interior and other improvements had me wondering if it was the same place I had been a couple years ago. Joseph and his team at Blue Nile are doing a bang up job and the food is wonderful. First timers to Ethiopian food, have no fear, you will be assisted in selecting a delightful meal. There are very few restaurants that ensure their customers have a great experience, you will leave Blue Nile and want to write a nice review about your meal.

    (5)

  • Ashley B.

    Food: The food was alright. Eating Ethiopian food is always a fun experience. We ordered a variety of foods, but unfortunately all of the dishes had a very similar flavor. Additionally, there are a few typos on the menu that make the combination platters a little difficult to understand. Service: Our waitress was very nice, but was the only server for half of the night on a Friday. They were oddly stingy with the napkins. You eat Ethiopian food with your hands; you need napkins. Atmosphere: Beautifully decorated and fairly quite. Price: Excellent. $5 glass of wine... yes, please.

    (3)

  • Hillary M.

    I've eaten here a few times and it is very tasty. The service is slow, sadly enough, but the food and price make it worth a return visit. The ambiance is like you're in some Ethiopian family's living room where they pulled up a card table and agreed to share dinner with you. Yum. I have no idea what anything is and don't terribly much like spicy food (some of the items on the menu, particularly the meat dishes, are quite spicy), so I just order the vegetarian combo for 2 and ask the server for the 4 least spicy options. Works well enough for me and tastes fabulous. I've brought my kid here a few times, and there is no changing table, but they have highchairs and are accommodating. Keep in mind that this is a really small space, so you may want to pass if you have a big brood or a huge stroller. EDITED TO ADD: Turns out we like the convenience, deliciousness, and price of this place enough that I think we've eaten her several times a month since Feb 2012. They just came out with a new menu, raised their prices, and will probably start getting slammed in their reviews because the customer service is still pretty bad. It is easy to forgive that sort of thing when you're getting great value on your $. BUT, my update is to say that the takeout here is really great. They are fast, the food still tastes delicious, and you don't have to deal with the whole sitting down and waiting forever thing. You'd think with the way the food is served that take out would be a mess, but they pretty much take your whole meal spread out on the bread and drape it inside a styro box, then give you a second box with your dipping bread. It works very well!

    (4)

  • Herb S.

    The Blue Nile was so much fun. The waiter gave great suggestions and was super friendly and personable. We got the vegetarian combo for two which was four entrees on a huge platter of injara. It was more than enough food and moreover it was delicious! Am already my next visit.

    (5)

  • An L.

    Nice Ethiopian food. The vegetarian dishes quite nice, especially the carrot dish. Service here is better than Addis Red Sea.

    (4)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :5:00 pm - 11:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : Yes
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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