The Blue Nile
The Blue Nile is a sit-down East African restaurant in the heart of Victoria specializing in authentic Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine, where dishes of richly spiced stews, lentils, and vegetables are served communally atop injera flatbread. The menu is extensive, covering poultry, beef, and a full range of vegan and vegetarian dishes, with gluten-free substitutions available. Ethiopian coffee (Bunna) is prepared tableside in the traditional roast-and-brew ceremony, making this a distinctive cultural dining stop for touring cyclists passing through downtown Victoria.
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Contact
Address: 1724 Douglas St, Victoria, BC
Phone: 250-475-6453
Required Criteria
✓Bike parking or bike visibility
✓Water bottle refill
✓Washrooms
Amenities
Takeout*Packed lunchesWater without purchaseVegetarian / vegan / GF*Bike rack visible from insideCovered bike parkingPublic rack nearbyBike allowed inside/on patioDevice chargingE-bike chargingPumpWi-Fi
Takeout: Website states: 'Take out is always available during our work hours from our regular menu.'
Vegetarian / vegan / GF: Menu has a dedicated 'Vegan combos' section and multiple vegetarian dishes (Shiro, Bursen Tumtumo, Hamli Kawlo, etc.). Website states: 'All dishes are gluten free except injera. For Gluten Free option substitute rice instead of Injera.'
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