I tried this place with a Groupon and ordered 1x Meat Combination and 1x Vegetarian Platter for takeout. I've had several Ethiopian restaurants in the past and have always loved the heavy spices used in the cuisine. This is one of the few foods where I prefer the vegetarian dishes to the meats, with the platter featuring a mix of lentils (my favourite), chick peas, cabbage and carrot stew, beets, carrots/string beans, and collard greens (unfortunately tough and hard). The meat platter contained doro wat (spicy chicken stew), a lamb dish, and a beef stew. Each were spicy and bursting with flavour. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender, but the ground beef was quite dry and probably my least favourite dish. Everything is eaten with your hands by using the injera (Ethiopian sour dough) to scoop up the food. Would love to come back and dine-in. read more

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This is my second time trying Ethiopian food, the first time was through Uber Eats so this felt more authentic. We really liked Blue Nile and our server was super nice and open to answering our questions. We tried the veg spread and meat spread. I liked the veg better and would return just to have more! read more

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Blue Nile is the best Ethiopian restaurant ever! The food is very authentic, tasty and fresh. The Kitfo, tibs and their signature "Goden Tibs" are to die for. Tariku, the chef/owner's hospitality was exceptional. Thank you!! read more

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1. Rude place: I got a coupon on Yelp when I checked in. Asked them if they will honor it before we ordered. Waitress said yes. The owner comes in during payment and says they ARE NOT ON YELP, DONT KNOW WHY YELP HAS THIS COUPON L, waitress is new and they will not honor the coupon!!!!!!! 2. We ordered the vegetarian platter which listed collard greens as one of the vegetarian sampler dishes but we didn't end up getting it. We got too many soy based dishes and when asked, we were told that the chef 'must have substituted something!'? We ended up ordering the collard greens as a separate paid item. Not worth it to go to this place as there are way better places in terms of food and friendliness. read more

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The food took a long time to arrive but it was really good and the service was very friendly and professional. It's a nice restaurant overall and I'd happily return sometime. read more

Delicious! Great food, mostly. Service not great but definitely friendly. Lovely atmosphere, warm and cosy.

Prepare to dig in with your bare hands; a total cutlery-free dining experience. Two girl friends and I came with no expectations as it was all our first time for some Ethiopian food. Our server was helpful and kind. She recommended us the Vege platter with an add-on of meats and that'd be plenty to go around. She also gave us a mini-demo on how to eat the food by using injera (bread). The platter comes with 16 sides with a plate of Injera. Each side had a distinct flavour and you can taste the different spices in each one. The injera taste similar to sourdough; it's a spongey bread with an essence of vinegar when eaten on its own. I find that, that tad bit of sour essence help bring out the flavour in each side. If you're a person with a palette for variety then this platter does justice. This platter satisfied my sweet/tangy, savoury/salty and spicy tastebuds in one night. How amazing is that?! Atmosphere is pretty chill here and also very dim. Very comfortable and welcoming environment to be in. Will definitely pay another visit!! read more

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This was the best Ethiopian food I've ever had! I ordered the vegan platter for two and was not disappointed. It comes with about 8 selections and Each dish had a unique texture and flavour. And there was a good selection too! There was also more than enough injera to eat it with. I would most definitely order again. read more

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The food is amazing!! Absolutely delicious and the price is right ... Euhhh until after dark. I went on a Friday night (live band/ singer) and ordered food as well as alcoholic shots. The price listed for any single shot was $6, but I was charged $9.50 for each shot. I was told by the waitress that prices for alcoholic beverages go up after 10 p.m. to cover the cost of the live band/singer. This information is not available on the menu or anywhere in the restaurant. I ended up with a hefty bill as I ordered my shots based on stated price of $6. Be aware... Or best just stick to food with fresh drinking water on the side read more

We had an awesome dinner with two large platters. One vegetarian and one with lamb. Lots of flavors and tasting very fresh. Coffee was one of the best we had. Coffee gets roasted right before it gets brewed. Service was very attentive and the decor very tasteful. read more

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As I grew up in an Ethiopian house I have missed eating food that my mom would make me all the time. When I stepped into this restaurant I smelled the incense and the roasted coffee and it smelt just like I was back home. The food is so good and so well made. I suggest getting the platter so you can try a bit of everything and if you have time get some coffee. You won't regret it! read more

My new favourite Ethiopian restaurant in the city. Food was really delicious, and the service was excellent. Highly worth the trip across town and can't wait to go back! read more

Owner was okay, but there was a rude lady who works there, she doesn't have a welcoming face, I was not pleased with her service, this is not the first time I was there, she is there for the most part, I used to think she was the owner but later I learned she is just a worker,if she continues to work I will not go there anymore so does my Co- workers. read more

My rating might be a little bias because this was my first Ethiopian food experience. However, I have eaten my good share of Indian and Asian variety foods and I can honestly say that if all Ethiopian food is as good as the Blue Nile Restaurant, I'm completely in love! My friend mentioned that she lived with a man from Ethiopia who would cook her authentic Ethiopian meals just like the dishes we ate at the Blue Nile. We had ordered the meat variety platter and the vegetarian platter. I couldn't decide which I like better! Everything tasted so wonderful! Our waitress was super friendly and had a very sincere and genuine attitude. Great service. The ambiance of the restaurant was perfect as well. Great lighting, marble table tops, gorgeous decor! Also, the prices were very fair. Five of us ate the two platters and only paid around $8 each (including tip!). I am definitely marking this place as my top favorite restaurants in Toronto! read more

I love the vegetarian plate, the food is delicious .. so tasteful and the environment is pretty agreeable. I highly recommend this place.

Just ate at Blue Nile for the second time and the food was fantastic again. Everything we ordered was delicious. We highly recommend trying this place if you feel like having Ethiopian food. read more

I've eaten at plenty of Ethiopian restaurants and must say this is one of the best in North America(yes this includes the States). When I'm in Canada again, I will make an effort to visit this place again and will bring my coworkers. Make sure you try the beef tibis and veggie plate. read more

I went to the Blue Nile because of the reviews. I do not live anywhere near there. I thought the veggie platter was delicious. My daughter wanted some meat so we added Beef Tibbs to our platter. The injera was very good and as I said the veggies and pulses were yummy. I thought the beef, though was really greasy and I have to say it turned me off. I have been eating Ethiopian food for years in Toronto, dating back to when the Queen of Sheba opened out at Bloor near Dufferin. Remember that? Overall I recommend it if you live nearby, but not for a special trip to Danforth east. read more

I went to Blue Nile on Saturday night with a couple of friends. We were wandering the Danforth and decided on Ethiopian since two of us had never had it and we were definitely in the hood and mood to try. While walking we saw Blue Nile. The gorgeous, edison lighting was a definite factor that drew us in. It looked quite upscale and the atmosphere was so cozy. Blue Nile didn't disappoint. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was really nice. We went with recommendations from the waitress and had a variety veggie/meat platter since we are Ethiopian novices. Everything little dish was unique and flavourful and the spice level was not too high (for our weak stomachs) The service was very friendly (if not polished). A couple of things that were a little off. There is a cocktail list but the waitress didn't know what a whiskey sour was or how to make it. A little odd since it's on the menu. Also, we told our waitress we were going outside to keep our friend company while she had a cigarette. When we came back, our half empty glasses had been cleared. When we brought this up another round was dropped at the table...it took 15 minutes but the correction was appreciated. All in all, we had a very nice meal in a cozy atmosphere with a round (and a half of drinks). The best part...the bill came to $50!!!! We were happy to leave $75 and will be back again. read more

Definitely recommended! The veggie platter is delicious. The place has friendly vibe, great service and perfect for the summer with a front patio. Will be back! read more