"The Ethiopian restaurant Blue Nile has the yabeg key wot harissa-spiced lamb you’re looking for, along with endless injera bread and spicy lentils. Decked out with high, timber-lofted ceilings, flowing white curtains, and colorful grass baskets, Blue Nile feels like an oasis nestled in the River Oaks neighborhood. The best move is to order sampler plates, especially the vegetable-focused one with spicy and savory stewed lentils and tangy greens. Go here with a big group of friends so you can try nearly everything. " - gianni greene, chelsea thomas