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Blue Nile Cafe

4.6 stars based on 920 ratings Today's hours: 11 am-8 pm Add a review

$$ Ethiopian restaurant, African restaurant, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant

About

In the lively City Market, Blue Nile Cafe welcomes diners to an authentic Ethiopian dining experience. Boasting a diverse menu with vegan and vegetarian options, this Black- and women-owned gem provides a cozy atmosphere perfect for lunch or dinner. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, especially the sampler platter, which offers a tantalizing taste of different specialties. With friendly service and an inviting outdoor seating area, Blue Nile Cafe is a delightful choice for solo diners and families alike.

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Contact Info

  • Location: Blue Nile Cafe, 20 E 5th St, Kansas City, MO 64106
  • Located in: City Market
  • Phone: (816) 283-0990
  • Price range: $$

Opening hours

  • Monday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Friday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am-8 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am-3 pm

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at Blue Nile Cafe
Vibe
Samosa
Samosa
Juice
Juice
Injera
Injera

Menus and Prices

Blue Nile Cafe menu and prices
Menu #2
Menu #3
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Menu #5

Services

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Identifies as Black-owned
  • Identifies as women-owned
  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Alcohol
  • All you can eat
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Toilets
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • University students
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Plenty of parking

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Recent Reviews

Review by Irving Powlowski

October 01, 2024

Blue Nile Cafe is a gem! 🌟 Nestled in the City Market, this Black and women-owned Ethiopian restaurant serves up authentic flavors with a warm, inviting atmosphere.

I highly recommend starting with the sampler platter - it's the perfect way to dive into different dishes. The meat combo was delightful, and I savored every bite of the delicious veggies.

The staff, especially Richard, was incredibly friendly and attentive, making our experience even better. Plus, the outdoor seating is lovely! Just a heads-up: extra injera does come with a small charge.

Can't wait to return! 🍽️


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