Nile Valley Cafe

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  Roporygon

  ·2 months ago

  “Fantastic Food. Quick, tasty, perfectly spiced, great balance. Best quick lunch i ever had.”

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  Matina Samios

  ·2 months ago

  “I have never had a more DELICIOUS wrap. And for that price?? Are we serious?!! INSANE! I’ve only been in Edinburgh for 20 hours and I’ve just had my second Nile Valley wrap - cannot recommend it MORE”

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  Kat R.

  ·2 months ago

  “This wrap changed MY LIFEEEEE. Best wrap I’ve ever had, hits every time, no notes. 10/10. Thuri best is where it’s at but honestly no matter what you can’t go wrong. Auberigine is so deliciouso. I LOVE NILE VALLEY!!!!!”

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  Jay Choudhari

  ·2 months ago

  “Very unhygienic. The guy with big teeth and beautiful smile finished eating something and without even washing his hands served me with a wrap!!!”

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  Bilal Hyder

  ·3 months ago

  “The food was just average. It feels like something you'd make at home when you're not in the mood to spend time and make something good. When I'm buying ready to eat food, I expect some effort. Store bought flat bread, turmeric flavored chicken, and a runny avocado sauce doesn't cut it. For salad it had lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, and some bell pepper. Hygiene and service was also subpar.”

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  T Zhang

  ·5 months ago

  “really good wraps with huge portions, esp considering the price. authentic atmosphere inside and like how they always have community stuff up on the walls. the staff can be surly and unfriendly at times, however.”

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  Abdullah Alqarni

  ·6 months ago

  “I like the food, but there is an important issue the staff should seriously address. Some workers do not maintain proper hygiene standards. For example, I noticed very long, dirty nails while preparing food, and staff touching items like AirPods and then handling food without cleaning their hands. This is not about luxury or high standards—it is a basic matter of health and safety. Proper hygiene is essential when handling food, and I hope this can be improved.”

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  Abigail Mills

  ·7 months ago

  “I normally would never write a bad review, especially considering this is a small business, but I was extremely upset by the service I had today and feel like I should caution others with dietary requirements. I am a vegetarian and haven't eaten meat for 3 years (mostly for psychological/ethical reasons as I have always found the concept of meat quite disturbing). Today was my first time trying Nile Valley Cafe after hearing amazing things from friends about how good food was/how suitable it is for vegetarians like myself. I ordered a falafel and avocado wrap. I was given the wrap, and as I was walking away with my friend I began to eat the wrap. I didn't notice anything wrong at first since it was my first time trying the food from this place, but then I noticed my wrap had chicken in. Naturally I was upset by this, but I can completely understand that people make mistakes - this is a busy place at lunch time. Me and my friend, having realised my wrap had chicken in (it was the same wrap my friend ordered, so I definitely knew the wrap had chicken in it), we returned. As I walked to the front, the man immediately said "I gave you the wrong thing" and handed me the wrap I ordered. I explained I was a vegetarian and his response was something along the lines of "my bad". Honestly, quite upset with how this situation was dealt with. I've worked in restaurants before, and would have been absolutely horrified if I had made this mistake. I was not given a refund (nor would I demand one), but I do think this situation warrented one. I would not recommend this place to anyone who is vegetarian/has allergies.”

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  Dharun Venkat

  ·8 months ago

  “Cozy, family- and friend-run African food place with SUCH incredible value for money. £5.75 for a falafel, hummus, AND avocado wrap?!! Would highly highly recommend”

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  Martha LM

  ·8 months ago

  “The very best falafel wrap in the world. Quick service and excellent value for money. Get the Africa wrap if you go, it is unbeatable. The shop interior is a little tired but don't be put off, the food is delicious and the portion generous. An Edinburgh institution for a reason, long live NVC.”