Definitely give this Eritrean small business a try! Food is pretty like Ethiopian food. Came on a…read moreSaturday afternoon and there was only 1 other customer. Per the waitress recommendation, we got the Awaze tibs for $21 (dinner prices were correct bc there are two different prices for lunch and dinner where lunch is more expensive) which came with injera. It took about half an hour (very standard for Ethiopian food, I've learned). The injera was not as warm and sour as I would have liked. The tibs were delicious with good quality beef and decent portion, and a tad spicy (as we requested). The waitress came by with complimentary yogurt (to temper the heat from the spice) and hot tea. Atmosphere: Tad loud with two different music playing (one from speaker, other from TV). I'd recommend turning down the volume in the future. Booth seating primarily where the table was slightly too far from the seats.

REAL REVIEW. (Name/location)…read moreIn Gulfton and Bellaire intersection, hiding away from the main road (Atmosphere/decor) Simple basic tables and chairs around for you to enjoy (The menu/dishes) The food was terrible. The lamb was so chewy. The side salad looked like those of the cheap Walmart bags. The rice was the only thing flavorful out of all the food. The meat with the rice was dry. The strawberry smoothie and mango smoothie were $10 each for a syrup flavored icy drink. It tasted fake, and artificial because it was. There's no taste of the actual fruit inside of the drinks. Also, though the presentation was tried, the bottom of the bowl touched the wrap I was supposed to use for the cuisine. (The ingredients/the prices) This was an expensive experience for such terrible food and drinks. The ratings on this location is wildly inaccurate. 2 drinks and 2 plates after tips was $67. (The service/the waiters/the owner) The waitress was sweet and tried to take care of us. The owner is rude, inconsiderate, and doesn't take time to make things right. When I said the lamb was too chewy. He refused to take the item off the bill, and argued the lamb was fresh. I've had lamb before, and it wasn't like this. The beef and rice plate you see, was alright. Nothing to brag about. (Recommendation) DO NOT

It was one of those days where we couldn't decide what to eat. I made some choices and put them in…read morea random choice picker and this is where we ended up. Senegalese food! First tip: Bring CASH to tip! The server told us the card machine is not set up to receive gratuities so she just bypassed it and said it was okay without a tip. That didn't sit well with me because I use to be in hospitality. I ended up sending her a tip via Zelle. We came on a Saturday and there was a soccer game playing. There was a small crowd of dedicated fans and they were cheering and hooting for their team. The menu was small and there were items we wanted that wasn't available. All good though because we ended up eating delicious food! Stuff we ordered: Fataya (fish)- Fried empanada with seasoned fish. Not bad, and it came with an onion dipping sauce. Jerk Chicken w/ Plantains- One of the best jerk chicken dishes I've tasted! The sweet plantains complimented the spicy chicken perfectly. Poisson Braise- Grilled tilapia. Crispy and well seasoned. I don't usually eat tilapia, but this dish was worth it! Ginger Drink and Passionfruit Lemonade- Both refreshing drinks, but too sweet for my liking. This hole in the wall gem serves up yummy west African food. It's located in a sketchy area, but don't let that intimidate you!

Goated African food. Probably the tastiest grilled fish I've ever had. Also loved the slightly…read morepickled onions and plantains. This place is well worth your money!

This is my old school favorite restaurant to go to regularly in Houston. The service is wonderful…read more The food is incredible. The ambience is so calm and inviting. If you've never tried Ethiopian food, you are missing out. Take advantage of the vegetable and the meat platter, which they will combine. It is a food feast for the eyes, and the senses.

I had a pretty good experience at blue Nile. The food was pretty delicious & the ambiance was nice…read more It was a little expensive & I thought the service could've been a little better We got the family platter - the Ethiopian traditional family size special. It was a lot of food! We had a group of 7 people & it +appetizers was the perfect size for everyone. It was really fun to sample everything too - there were definitly some standouts like the door wot and the beef kibbe. The sambusas were also delicious! Definitly a standout. The honey wine was good too. Ambiance was very nice. It felt intimate and small. I do think service was a little slow. It took little bit for the food & towards the end of the meal we had to flag down the waitress a few times. Overall a good experience though. Definitly worth a try

Good service excellent food. Give yourself some love with a…read moreplate from Lucy. Not better than home but close to it

As a local vehicle-for-hire driver, I used to frequently recommend Lucy Ethiopian Restaurant to my…read moreclients looking for authentic Ethiopian cuisine. However, after getting repeated negative feedback from passengers, I decided to visit the restaurant myself after a long time to see what had changed. The moment I opened the door, I was hit by intense heat that felt like a desert. The restaurant had a noticeable, uncomfortable odor due to the lack of proper air conditioning. They were relying on large fans instead, which created so much noise that you couldn't even enjoy the background music. The seating was equally poor. The chairs were worn down, sunken, and very uncomfortable. Visually, the dining area was cluttered with excessive hanging fabrics, making it feel more like a textile store than a clean, welcoming restaurant. I decided to try the food and ordered the Awaze Lamb Tibs in another section of the dining room. The dish was extremely greasy and soaked in oil. The side vegetables served with it were bruised, unappetizing, and inedible. Despite being hungry, I could only manage to pick out a few pieces of meat, leaving the rest. The high prices do not match the poor quality of the food or the environment. Until they fix the air conditioning, clean up the cluttered decor to allow proper airflow, and overhaul their food quality and customer comfort, I cannot recommend this restaurant to anyone. I sincerely hope management addresses these issues, but I will not be returning until major changes are made.

I have to start with the service - it was absolutely amazing and made the entire experience even…read morebetter. The food was delicious, arrived quickly, and every dish was full of flavor. Everything exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend!

Went here to redeem a birthday coupon. Got a chicken shawarma sandwich with some sides of…read morevegetables. The chicken was delicious. The pita was huge, so I split the sandwich with my husband who also enjoyed it. Easy to order on the Toast app. Parking was plentiful. It did take a little while to be ready, but it was fresh and hot once it was ready.

Not sure why they refuse to package their uber eats deliveries in a brown paper bag and secure it…read morewith staples like other restaurants. I couldn't eat it. Had to throw it away.

First off, if you eat African food eat like an African! Hands only…read moreOkra soup with goat spicy was pleasantly mild and addicting. My friend Jeff (whiteboy) had egusi with goat, he said it was amazballs. Fufu was as we expected, soft cooked dough without the texture or raw dough; he's a baker of bread, his profession. Service was fine, the owner (I guess) made sure we knew what we were getting into. The vibe there was definitely her culture. Real Africans cooking African food. It was both of our first time eating this delicacy. Flavor 10/10 both dishes Goat meat little on the tough side. But still liked 7.5/10 Fufu is fufu But if they had ox tail... banger. We will eat definitely look for other places like this. She shot a video of us eating, maybe she'll post .

Delicious. I ordered the sampler platter and I truly enjoyed each bite. It was spicy and packed…read morewith flavor. Food took about 20 minutes which wasn't bad. I would definitely come back here!

Aria Suya Kitchen has become one of my go-to spots whenever I'm craving Nigerian food. Whether…read moreyou're dining in or grabbing takeout, it's a great place to enjoy authentic and flavorful dishes. They have a comfortable seating area for those who want to eat on-site, but their food travels well, making takeout just as enjoyable. While I often stop in specifically for the suya, both the beef and goat options are excellent, the menu offers much more than that. My personal favorites are the Suya, Jollof Rice, and Meat Pies, all of which are consistently delicious and packed with flavor. Their Rice and Stew is another standout dish that never disappoints. What I appreciate most is the variety. Aria Suya Kitchen offers a wide selection of Nigerian favorites, making it a great introduction for newcomers and a reliable choice for those already familiar with the cuisine. If you're looking for authentic Nigerian food with great flavor and plenty of options, Aria Suya Kitchen is definitely worth a visit. It's the kind of place that keeps you coming back for more.

Visiting from Dallas. Loved the food!! Amazing service too. I can't wait…read moreto come back when I visit again.

Generous portions. Enjoyed a treat eating there for Restaurant Week. Most clientele are Persian,…read moreloved the fresh hot bread.