Blue Nile Cafe

Blue Nile Cafe

⭐ 4.6/5 (1002 reviews) 💰 $10–20 per person Ethiopian

📍 Blue Nile Cafe, 20 E 5th St, Kansas City, Kansas

Restaurant Information

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.6/5.0 • 1002 reviews
📍 Address
Blue Nile Cafe, 20 E 5th St
Kansas City, Kansas 64106
📞 Phone
🌐 Website
💰 Price Range
$10–20 per person
🍽️ Category
Ethiopian

⏰ Opening Hours

Monday11 am–8 pm
TuesdayClosedWednesday11 am–8 pm
Thursday11 am–8 pm
Friday11 am–8 pm
Saturday11 am–8 pm
Sunday11 am–3 pm

ℹ️ About This Restaurant

Stepping into the Blue Nile Cafe is like stepping into a warm embrace of culture and community. This cozy, casual spot exudes a sense of hominess, with its dimly lit interior and eclectic decor that pays homage to its Ethiopian roots. The atmosphere is perfect for an intimate gathering with friends or a quiet solo meal, with a vibe that's both trendy and welcoming.

The real draw of the Blue Nile, however, is its exceptional vegan cuisine. The menu is a delightful exploration of Ethiopian specialties, featuring a variety of flavorful stews, sautéed vegetables, and fragrant injera bread. Whether you're craving a comforting plate of lentils and greens or a more adventurous dish, the chefs here have mastered the art of creating satisfying, plant-based meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

Features & Amenities

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park Has wheelchair-accessible entrance Has wheelchair-accessible seating Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
From the business
Identifies as Black-owned Identifies as indigenous-owned Identifies as women-owned
Service options
Has outdoor seating Offers kerbside pickup Offers delivery Offers takeaway Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service Serves great coffee Has great tea selection Serves local speciality
Popular for
Popular for lunch Popular for dinner Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol Has all you can eat Serves beer Serves coffee Serves comfort food Serves healthy options Quick bite Serves small plates Serves vegan dishes Serves vegetarian dishes Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch Serves dinner Has catering Serves dessert Has seating Has table service
Amenities
Has toilet Has Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Quiet Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly Good for groups LGBTQ+ friendly Popular with locals Popular with tourists Transgender safe space Popular with university students
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards Accepts debit cards Accepts NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids High chairs available
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Paid parking lot Paid street parking Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside

💬 Customer Reviews

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"The food at this cozy spot is truly incredible! This is our third visit here and each time we are impressed with the foo..."

— Customer #1
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"This is the best Ethiopian food I have ever tasted. Last year I visited Addis Ababa and the Blue Nile Cafe does it bette..."

— Customer #2
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"Awesome food, great menu, fast and friendly service! The white teff injera is a twist on injera versus other Ethiopian r..."

— Customer #3