When my companion and I decided that we wanted to go out for dinner last night I suggested we go to Blue Nile. Since I have been to there many times in the past and have a pretty good idea what it is like I asked him "are you up for some amazing food if it means you're going to be waiting for awhile?" He was skeptical but I assured him it would be worth waiting for. As always, it was.
Blue Nile is one of my favourite restaurants in Calgary. Even though the atmosphere is a bit on the grungy side, the staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming. My biggest issue is the time it take for things to arrive. I understand that good food takes time to prepare, but drinks shouldn't. I ended up waiting over forty-five minutes for my tea to arrive.
Once the food arrives, you forget how antsy you felt waiting for it. I always order the vegetarian platter for two every time I go there and I have yet to be let down. I love the spongy injera bread served with every meal. One thing I have noticed is over time their food has gotten a bit milder (probably to cater to more customers). However if you let them know when you order that you like spicy food, they will flavour it accordingly.