Nile Restaurant & Cafe East African Cuisine

4.3 ( 143 reviews )

Checking... 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours

1205 7th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901, United States

+1 507-206-0511

Nile Restaurant & Cafe East African Cuisine offers an unforgettable dining experience in Rochester, MN, highlighted by an array of flavorful dishes that embody the essence of East African fare. Customers rave about the generous portions and remarkable value, with many meals capable of feeding a family of six. At just $25, one can enjoy a delightful combination of zesty lime, two sauces, bananas, and sodas, making it a budget-friendly option without compromising on quality.

The culinary offerings at Nile are diverse and cater to various tastes. Patrons have praised the chef's willingness to adapt meals, as demonstrated by a custom sampler platter that showcases a variety of meats, paired with house-made flavorful sauces. Diners have consistently mentioned their excitement over dishes like the chicken naan quesadillas and the tuna sambusa, absorbing the perfect blend of spices and freshness.

With a welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, Nile Restaurant & Cafe ensures every visit feels personal. Food reviewer Eric Meyers described the experience as overly satisfying, while Abdirashid Lohos noted the uniqueness of the cuisine, making it a standout choice for those looking to explore new flavors. Overall, Nile Restaurant & Cafe stands out not just for its food, but for creating a delightful communal dining experience worth revisiting.

Service options
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking

Eric Meyers

Jun 6,2025

Great food! Great prices. They are very friendly. Can call and order for pick up. Even the most expensive thing on menu which I ordered is enough for a family of 6 and was only 25 and it came with lime, 2 sauces, 2 bananas, and 2 sodas.

David Kesler

May 19,2025

This place was really good! We didn't know what to order so the cook made us a sampler platter with their different meat varieties on it. I definitely felt like I was being well taken care of. The food was tasty and they also had a couple of really flavorful sauces. Will come here again.

Kaitlyn

May 2,2025

I ordered food from here for the first time today through DoorDash. It was absolutely delicious! The proportions were also much more than I expected. I got the tuna sambusa. It was a little on the spicy side for my delicate pallet but very tasty. I also got the chicken naan quesadillas. They were the absolute best. Soft, meaty, and cheesy. Just what I wanted. All and all I would absolutely order from here again.

Abdirashid Lohos

Apr 29,2025

I Really enjoyed this place, I ordered food to come to Owatonna, and I have never eaten anything like it, period. I also eaten it alongside ten other people, who all equally enjoyed the food, thanks, and I will hopefully come again.

Anna W-S

Apr 23,2025

full sports platter was super good! a great amount of food for the price and very fresh!

Amanda

Apr 4,2025

My friend and I ordered from Nile and the food was fantastic! We got the chicken and the goat. Both proteins were well cooked and well spiced. The rice was amazing and the portion of the rice was large! I would eat this rice on the daily! I can’t wait to order again! Thank you!

Isha

Apr 2,2025

Thank you Farhan and Ahmed for you excellent customer service. Bless the cooks cause this food is amazing!

amina abdi

Mar 27,2025

I stopped by Rochester earlier. gapped some food from this place..This is so DELICIOUS.. I know from now on I found my spot.Yum