(713) 782-6882
9400 Richmond Ave
Houston,
TX
77063
29.7292
-95.5315
Neighborhoods: Woodlake/ Briar Meadow, Westside
What People Are Saying About Blue Nile Ethiopian Restaurant
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
Since 1994, this hospitable strip mall eatery has been drawing loyal customers to its traditional Ethiopian fare.
Very confusing to rate!
by danielg69
Went here a few days ago to try something outside the box for Houston. Our waitress was very nice and took the time to explain several menu items. Of the 3 main "plates" we ordered none were particularly good. I found the price and portions to be reasonable. The location is not in a good part of town either. I doubt I would eat there again.
- Pros: Service, price
- Cons: Food, slum location
great place to dine
by worldmission
I have been to various restaurants. Dinning at Blue Nile was one of the best experiences of my life. The inside set up and decoration was spectacular. I was served by Aster. I usually order firfir but I asked Aster for Awaze tibs just out of the blue, and she explained to me very well about the ingredients. It was so exotic, delicious and hilarious. She was so friendly, helpful and customer oriented waitress. I wish I had other restaurants serve like the Blue Nile. I will definitely come back. I think great good and outstanding customer serive made the restaurant unique.
- Pros: great food and outstanding customer service
- Cons: none
A Great Dining Experience
by MikeMcAuley
We dined there last Saturday night and there was a decent crowd. Contrary to other reviews I've read, the service was excellent and the food was tasty. We had the variety platter since I was the only one of our group ever to have eaten Ethiopian food-- and that was 25 years ago! Portions were good, the waitress was very pleasant and explained things to us. We enjoyed the hand rinsing ritual and the coffee service with its fresh roasting and the popcorn (!) that was served with it. I consider the prices to be reasonable, as well.
In short, our whole group enjoyed the experience, we'd go again, and we've recommended it to others.
- Pros: Great food, great service, exotic atmosphere.
- Cons: No Ethiopian beer or wine was available.
The Details on Blue Nile Ethiopian Restaurant
Know Before You Go:
Ethiopian food is eaten without utensils, just using the fingers and occasionally a flatbread made from a grain called teff.
What to Drink:
Be sure to order a glass of the traditional Ethiopian honey wine for the perfect dessert.
Save Money:
Enjoy $1 off all drinks during happy hour, weeknights from 5:30pm to 7pm.







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