Best African Restaurants in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) (2026) - Reviews & Menus

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L'Afrique de l'Est (East Africa)

May be temporarily closed

Monkland Village, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)

Review Summary

L'Afrique de l'Est earns high marks for authentic Ethiopian dishes, generous portions of injera, and a warm, family-run atmosphere. Reviews note flavorful meat and vegetarian platters, lively energy, and a BYOB option that encourages social meals with friends or family. Many diners describe the experience as homely and homemade, with dishes cooked to order and a sense of being welcomed as guests in a family kitchen. One critique mentions slow service and higher prices for smaller portions, along with cleanliness concerns. Overall, the reviews convey that the restaurant offers memorable flavors, generous portions, and a welcoming home-like vibe that draws diners back.View restaurant profile

Le Petit Senegal

Open until 9 pm

(131)

Côte-des-Neiges, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)

African Grill Salads Comfort Food

Review Summary

Reviewers describe Le Petit Senegal as a welcoming spot with a convivial atmosphere where flavorful, homemade style dishes such as mafé, thieb with lamb, dibi, and atike stand out and portions are generally generous, complemented by bissap and other refreshing juices. The service is repeatedly praised for friendliness and efficiency, and the restaurant is noted to be clean and inviting. Some critics note drawbacks including late orders and prices that feel high for the portion size, with comments that the lamb rice can be light on meat and occasional frustrations when substitutions reduce portions. Despite these points, several reviews hail the thieb as among the best in Montreal and praise the authentic flavors that evoke African cuisine. Overall, the sentiment is positive with strong recommendations and a sense that Le Petit Senegal provides a reliable, satisfying experience for those seeking African fare in Montreal.View restaurant profile