Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine
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181 N Main St
Harrisonburg, VA 22802 - (540) 432-6453
Chamber Rating
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Na-Asia E.
ALERT! THIS IS NOT ETHIOPIAN FOOD. It's not even good food. I was introduced to Ethiopian food by my Ethiopian friend. I frequently ate and still eat Traditional Ethiopian Vegetarian/Vegan dishes. However, I am African American and I know the difference between French's Mustard and traditional ethiopian spices. The vegetarian dishes were dry and disgusting (Like flour curd...how do you even make that?). So much so that I could not even finish my food. (And I NEVER waste food). I did not even give it to my dog. Moreover, I find it outright disrespectful to walk into an atmosphere claiming to offer Traditional Ethiopian, yet there isn't anyone, but Caucasian people. Their efforts were a failed attempt of imitation, at best. As an African American, I did not even feel welcome, yet they are serving "African" food? Eating at Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine is like eating Government Cheese. It should never be by choice. Publish That!!
Feb 6th, 2016 -
Andrew Corbett
I'm not surprised that I've heard they may close. They had two bartenders for a Saturday night. Waited 45 minutes just to close a tab. Also had a photographer working the bar to take pictures but couldn't be bothered to hire another bartender. Cover charge too. Alright place if you don't want to buy any drinks there at all, but unacceptable for a busy Saturday to be that understaffed.
Oct 25th, 2014 -
Ashlee Pieris
The food was terrible at best. Provided same beans as two different vegetarian dishes, same taste different colors. This place is a rip off. To top it off, when the bill was given, for the three of us, we were billed at three tax rates which were comical. When asked for an explanation, they claimed it was a computer error which was total rubbish. I have had Ethiopian food many times before but this place was pathetic.
Aug 13th, 2014 -
KELLY MITCHELL
Down in basement, i left for a fee minutes and tried to get back in to dance and drink and they said no re entry, probaby racist type s...., nnever go there again and will tell all my friends!!!!!!!
May 27th, 2014 -
Kyle Lawrence
Great upstairs atmosphere and delicious food.
Dec 10th, 2013
Contact Info
- (540) 432-6453
Questions & Answers
Q What is the phone number for Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine?
A The phone number for Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine is: (540) 432-6453.
Q Where is Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine located?
A Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine is located at 181 N Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Q How big is Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine?
A Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine employs approximately 20+ people.
Q How is Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine rated?
A Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine has a 3.4 Star Rating from 16 reviewers.
Ratings and Reviews
Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine
Overall Rating
Overall Rating
( 16 Reviews )Na-Asia E. on Google
ALERT! THIS IS NOT ETHIOPIAN FOOD. It's not even good food.
I was introduced to Ethiopian food by my Ethiopian friend. I frequently ate and still eat Traditional Ethiopian Vegetarian/Vegan dishes.
However, I am African American and I know the difference between French's Mustard and traditional ethiopian spices. The vegetarian dishes were dry and disgusting (Like flour curd...how do you even make that?). So much so that I could not even finish my food. (And I NEVER waste food). I did not even give it to my dog.
Moreover, I find it outright disrespectful to walk into an atmosphere claiming to offer Traditional Ethiopian, yet there isn't anyone, but Caucasian people. Their efforts were a failed attempt of imitation, at best. As an African American, I did not even feel welcome, yet they are serving "African" food?
Eating at Blue Nile Ethiopian Cuisine is like eating Government Cheese. It should never be by choice.
Publish That!!
Andrew Corbett on Google
I'm not surprised that I've heard they may close. They had two bartenders for a Saturday night. Waited 45 minutes just to close a tab. Also had a photographer working the bar to take pictures but couldn't be bothered to hire another bartender. Cover charge too. Alright place if you don't want to buy any drinks there at all, but unacceptable for a busy Saturday to be that understaffed.
Ashlee Pieris on Google
The food was terrible at best. Provided same beans as two different vegetarian dishes, same taste different colors. This place is a rip off. To top it off, when the bill was given, for the three of us, we were billed at three tax rates which were comical. When asked for an explanation, they claimed it was a computer error which was total rubbish. I have had Ethiopian food many times before but this place was pathetic.
KELLY MITCHELL on Google
Down in basement, i left for a fee minutes and tried to get back in to dance and drink and they said no re entry, probaby racist type s...., nnever go there again and will tell all my friends!!!!!!!
Kyle Lawrence on Google
Great upstairs atmosphere and delicious food.
Overall Rating
Overall Rating
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