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Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

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Menthe et Couscous - Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

Menthe et Couscous

Authentic Mediterranean, Maghrébin, North African restaurant offering a variety of unconventional Couscous & Tajines recipes
 Opens Today at 4 pm
(1946)
Latin Quarter, Quartier des Spectacles
Middle EasternMoroccanMediterraneanGrillVegetarianHalal

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Review Summary

Menthe et Couscous offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with authentic North African flavors and generous portions. Dishes like the lamb shank tagine and couscous royal are repeatedly described as tender, deeply flavorful and beautifully prepared, with homemade merguez and perfectly steamed couscous. The ambiance blends coziness with lively entertainment, including belly dancing and occasional live violin, which enhances the dinner without detracting from the food. Service is consistently friendly, attentive, and professional, making guests feel welcome from start to finish. With a BYOB option, generous portions, and a reputation for fresh ingredients and comforting, home style cooking, Menthe et Couscous stands out as a great choice for a relaxed dinner, a celebratory night, or a memorable group meal.View restaurant profile
Le Nil Bleu - Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

Le Nil Bleu

Located in Hotel Kutuma
 Opens Today at 12:30 pm
(2454)
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
EthiopianAfricanExoticVegetarianHealthyVegan Options

Mentioned in: Great Spots for Food and Drinks in Montreal's Quartier LatinBest Hotel and Spa Restaurants in MontrealView More

Review Summary

Le Nil Bleu in Montreal delivers a warm, refined Ethiopian dining experience with a welcoming service and a cozy yet stylish ambiance that many reviews describe as transporting and intimate. The menu features a generous tasting approach that showcases a spectrum of flavors, with a shared injera centerpiece, richly spiced stews, and a range of vegan options that satisfy both meat lovers and vegetarians. Cocktails and wines complement the dishes, and the desserts provide a polished finish to each meal. The staff are repeatedly praised for knowledge, attentiveness, and friendly hospitality, making occasions feel special whether dining as a couple, with friends, or with family. The atmosphere, decor and music often earn compliments for being calm, elegant and inviting, and the option to dine on a terrace is noted as a pleasant bonus. Some comments mention slower service at times or portions that could be larger for bigger groups, but overall the experience is described as consistently delicious, well presented, and memorable with an emphasis on authenticity, freshness and hospitality.View restaurant profile
La Khaïma Cuisine Nomade - Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

La Khaïma Cuisine Nomade

Nomadic restaurant. A unique place to meet, discover and share in Montreal.
 Opens Today at 5 pm
(1332)
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile-End
AfricanMauritanianMoroccanMediterraneanVegetarianHalal

Mentioned in: Where to Eat, Drink, and Cheer in Montreal's Mile EndOriginal and Unique Restaurants in MontrealView More

Review Summary

La Khaïma Cuisine Nomade offers a warm, immersive dining experience that feels like a Mauritanian home in Montreal. The decor is authentically traditional and cozy, creating a welcoming atmosphere where the staff and the owner take care to explain the menu and make guests feel at ease. Dishes arrive in generous, shareable portions as part of a per-person fixed menu that typically starts with a lentil soup and continues with a richly flavored couscous platter, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Flavors are described as comforting and vibrant, with mint tea and hibiscus drinks often highlighted as perfect finishers. The setting is friendly and intimate, with guests welcomed to bring their own wine and prices that are considered very reasonable, making it a memorable spot to explore North African and Mauritanian cuisine with family or friends.View restaurant profile
Akwaba - Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

Akwaba

Traditional & unique African & Greek fish, meat & vegetarian dishes are served in a warm setting.
 Opens Today at 1 pm
(164)
Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie
AfricanGreekFusionVegetarian

Mentioned in: Black History Month in Montreal 2026: Restaurants Where Black Heritage Is at the Heart of the Plate

Review Summary

Akwaba offers authentic Ghanaian cuisine with flavors that many describe as delicious, fresh, and well balanced, from chicken and lamb plates to attieke with fish and plantains, with generous portions and sauces that make a difference. The overall experience is warmly welcoming, with staff noted for politeness and care, and guests often feel at home during their meals. Food quality is repeatedly praised as excellent, with some reviewers highlighting the authenticity of the flavors from the motherland and others noting the variety that keeps them coming back. Travelers and locals alike appreciate the chance to sample a range of dishes, and many say they would return, with several recommending planning ahead for pickup to keep the experience smooth. The restaurant is frequently described as a standout for well cooked African cuisine in Montreal, and the vibe is often described as friendly and accommodating.View restaurant profile
Restaurant Le Cauris - Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

Restaurant Le Cauris

Opens Today at 6 pm
(108)
Mile-Ex, Little-Italy
AfricanVegetarianGrill

Review Summary

Diolo Traiteur earns high marks for excellent food and the evident passion of the chef, with quality ingredients and careful preparation shaping an enjoyable dining experience. The service is repeatedly described as attentive and friendly, with a warm ambiance and generous portions that make meals feel hearty. Reviews highlight authentic Senegalese flavors and a diverse menu, including dishes like poisson tchi bou sien and poulet yassa, plus a refreshing ginger juice that many call a standout. The chef is praised for listening to guests and adapting dishes to vegetarian needs, and catering service is noted as reliable and accommodating for family events. Several comments hail Diolo Traiteur as among the best in Montreal and Canada, with some calling it a top African restaurant in Montreal and a memorable taste of Dakar. Overall, the restaurant is presented as delicious, well seasoned, and consistently satisfying, encouraging repeat visits.View restaurant profile
Restaurant Bar 30 juin - Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

Restaurant Bar 30 juin

Open until 1 am
(257)
Mile-Ex, Little-Italy
AfricanGrillVegetarian

Review Summary

Restaurant Bar 30 juin receives consistent praise for bold, flavorful African and cross-cultural dishes, generous portions, and friendly, attentive staff in a warm, lively setting with good music. Dishes such as yassa chicken, poulet mayo, goat, cod, fufu with grain sauce and cassava placali, and plantain offer a varied and satisfying experience, with desserts like Congo cake providing a sweet finish. The atmosphere is described as welcoming and convivial, sometimes with regulars and a mix of curious diners contributing to a relaxed vibe. Service is repeatedly highlighted as kind and professional, though a few reviews note occasional rough edges such as uneven seating, heat issues on cold nights, and long wait times or a takeout mix-up. A minority report concerns about tipping practices in some visits. Overall, the restaurant is seen as a solid, authentic, and reasonably priced option for flavorful African and diaspora cuisine in Montreal, with many mentions of return visits and positive recommendations.View restaurant profile
L'Afrique de l'Est (East Africa) - Ethiopian, African, Vegetarian Restaurants in Montreal

L'Afrique de l'Est (East Africa)

Opens Today at 6:30 pm
(59)
Monkland Village, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)
EthiopianAfricanVegetarian

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

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