About Business

The Blue Nile Cafe was started in 1995 by Daniel and Selam Fikru. Over the past 25 years, the Fikrus have been instrumental in introducing Kansas Citians to Ethiopian cuisine. The restaurant has had several locations in Midtown and Overland Park and the current feature location in the historic City Market. Winner of multiple awards over the decades, in 2019 The Blue Nile Cafe was started in 1995 by Daniel and Selam Fikru. Over the past 25 years, the Fikrus have been instrumental in introducing Kansas Citians to Ethiopian cuisine. The restaurant has had several locations in Midtown and Overland Park and the current feature location in the historic City Market. Winner of multiple awards over the decades, in 2019 the Blue Nile Cafe was named the “Best Ethiopian” restaurant by 435 Magazine. Read More

Mission Statement

The mission of Blue Nile Cafe is to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests can experience the authentic flavors of Ethiopian cuisine in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Our goal is to bring the diverse culinary traditions of Ethiopia to our guests, offering a menu that showcases the rich spices and bold flavors of this unique cuisine.
The mission of Blue Nile Cafe is to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere where guests can experience the authentic flavors of Ethiopian cuisine in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Our goal is to bring the diverse culinary traditions of Ethiopia to our guests, offering a menu that showcases the rich spices and bold flavors of this unique cuisine.

We believe that food is more than just sustenance, it is a cultural experience that should be enjoyed with family and friends. That is why we strive to create a community-focused dining atmosphere where guests can come together to enjoy good food, good company, and good times.

Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring that each guest feels valued and well taken care of. We believe in using only the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in our dishes, and we take great pride in the care and attention we put into each and every meal.

At Blue Nile Cafe, our goal is to share our passion for Ethiopian cuisine with our guests and to provide a dining experience that is both memorable and authentic. We strive to be a destination that people look forward to visiting again and again, and to be recognized as a leader in the world of Ethiopian dining. Read More

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