Le Nil Bleu
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Le Nil Bleu
Located in Hotel Kutuma
Opens Today at 4:30 pm
| Monday | 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Friday | 4:30 pm - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 12:30 pm - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 12:30 pm - 10:30 pm |
Info & Location
About us
Le Nil Bleu on St-Denis Street in Le Plateau is a rare Ethiopian restaurant to offer flavourful, yet exotic meals that patrons keep going back for. The cuisine at Le Nil Bleu is composed of lamb, chicken, beef, seafood and vegetarian dishes. Le Nil bleu also offers combo plates which allow diners to sample several offerings. The exotic decor features art, musical instruments and print fabrics. The environment is intimate and relaxing. We now offer delivery!
Our Specialties
Vegan, Chicken, Lamb, Beef & Tartare.
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 100 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, InteracCateringDeliveryFamily / Kid-friendlyGood For GroupsHotel RestaurantLive Entertainment / ShowsOnline OrderingPrivate RoomReception Services / Private EventsResto-BarTerraceTheme / Unique Experience
More details
We have a beautiful special events floor that can accommodate 25 or more people, individualized music and service, African décor.
For groups of 25 minimum.
Located in Hotel Kutuma
Afro-Jazz each Friday starting at 7:30pm.
The private room can accommodate up to 35 people and equipped with projectors. Perfect for any type of events.
For groups of 35 to 50.
17 seats
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Reviews often mention
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Fatene
Ones again, my second experience, I went to Nil Bleu restaurant & still the same delicious tasty food with special Injera bread. The staff was a friendly, very clean place, especially the bathroom I recommend giving it a try & you will never regret it. My next trip will flight to EthiopiaView more
Chrissy
Food was very tasty (Doro Watt-Berbere Chicken) & service was friendly. First time trying Ethiopian cuisine & did not regret our choice. Ambiance was a very nice addition to the experience. Will definitely recommend!View more
Andi
WHAT AN AMAZING DINING EXPERIENCE. IT WAS RAINING & WE CHOSE TO SIT IN A DRY AREA OUTSIDE.THEY OFFERED TO MOVE US IF THE WEATHER WORSENED. LOVED THE APPETIZERS & SHARING PLATE WITH MEAT. WHAT A WONDERFUL BLEND OF FLAVORS. THE RAIN STARTED TO BLOW SIDEWAYS, & FOR DESSERT, THEY DID AS THEY PROMISED & MOVED US INSIDE. GREAT AMBIENCE & THE AROMAS WERE DELECTABLE. WHAT AN ENJOYABLE EVENING FOR US BEFORE THE THEATRE. RECOMMEND THIS TO ANYONE!View more
Yassmina
The restaurant was incredible : the staff the vibe the cocktails were amazing! it was soo fun to meet hedi again after a long while! Overall the place is a must do & i totally recommendView more
Veronica
Food & service were absolutely perfect. Highly recommend Nil Bleu for a wonderful evening of leisure & dinner!View more
Mahelet
I am an ethiopian & i was so happy with how authentic the tastes were especially the injera itself. I recommend to order the plate to share because you can taste a lot of ethiopian food on one plate. I loved the Alicha siga wat, the cabbage with carrots, the kitfo from the appetizers & the tibs. I loved the presentation & the quantity of food.View more
Andy
The establishment was very clean, the food was exeptionnal! I had the pleasure of being served by a woman named Fiorella. Her service was absolutely impeccable. I recommend you go try the food at the restaurant. I tried dinning alone for the first time & It was overall an amazing experience. Another remark about the food is that it was quote on quote different from what I am use to! I mean this in the most positive way possible!View more
Nat
The food & service were rather good. This review relates to how we were treated initially by the host (customer service) & the price vs experience (value). I don't know if the pandemic affected customer service but this was an odd experience. A couple of months ago we went to Nil Bleu for a special occasion. I saw the stellar reviews online & booked a few weeks in advance. We get there a few minutes early & we didn't mind waiting for a table. Some were already emptying on the main floor but needed cleaning. We express to the host that'd we'd like to sit on the main floor. He takes us to the bottom floor near the bathrooms. Also, there was a big birthday party taking place in in that dining room, it felt very awkward to be there, like we were intruding. We again ask to sit at the main floor, the host insists the table in the basement is good. We insist we'd like to change tables. So finally he leads us upstairs, we wait a bit & no less than three tables are available. The food is good & flavorful, but I wouldn't say it's worth the 150$ we paid for two people. We did experience stomach ache that night, chalking it up to the food being heavy & we're not used to it. The atmosphere was in the main room was great, & the service was excellent once we were seated, but the experience was marred by an impatient host who wanted to ship clients to fill the dining room in the basement floor, & got stubborn about it. Could be our experience was a fluke, or a one-off. Maybe the host was having an off-day, but I won't be returning nor will I recommend this restaurant to my family or friends. The value is not there. The price vs experience is not worth it. Also heavy food will cause an upset stomach.View more
Helena
I came here on a double date & the atmosphere was lovely (great lighting, fun music, & I loved the zebra print chairs haha). The staff was some of the best I've ever seen: incredibly attentive & friendly. & don't let me forget the most important part! The food was absolutely delicious! So well spiced & super flavorful. I love Ethiopian food, I would absolutely come again. Highly recommend for any future date nights you may have planned, or friends! Great for groups because the food is easy to share.View more
Steven
Absolutely love this restaurant, third time there & we took the tasting platter for 2....never disappoints. Portions seem to have gotten a little smaller from what I remember but the taste is delicious. Highly recommend if you wanna try something different.View more
Becca
This was my second time going there with my daughter & we get first class service, I was impressed! The inside was Warm & cozy, Lovely decor, Very classy & romantic. The food was AMAZING!!! & still the same, still great, The hummus was different than others I've tried, also the injera was so so delicious, everything we ordered was delicious. The staff were very friendly & helpful making recommendations. The Bathrooms are very interesting too. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting or living in Montreal who want to try something new! It is the best Ethiopian food we have ever had We will return. Five out of five. Well done! I read the reviews & people complaint that the service is slow ,it was quick for me & I am satisfied.View more
M
My friends & I had a great dinner at Nil Bleu. As it was our first times trying Ethiopian food, the waiters were helpful in telling us about the dishes & portion sizes.
As a group of 4 we got the vegetarian sampler for 2, & then ordered two additional meat dishes off the menu. It was more than enough food for us all as there was even some leftover.
I would highly recommend them for their food, & service. Great flavours to their dishes.View more
Carmen
I really enjoy this restaurant. The vegan combo plate is simply delicious. They have a great menu offering several speciality Ethiopian dishes. The staff is friendly & welcoming. I definitely recommend this restaurant. My friend & I had a wonderful evening eating delicious food & speaking with the friendly waiters.View more
via LibroI went there for the Nil Bleu. The good is amazing & servers are so nice. Super recommend
Kailar
I am usually a very difficult person when it comes to good but my experience was extremely Amazing from the service the staff until the food
A place I would definitely recommend to anyone who is a foodie like me ✨✨✨✨✨View more
via LibroFood & drinks were excellent! Servers were very nice, but not enough staff, so service was a quite slow. We had the two courses tasting which was a great way to try multiple dishes, & the portions were generous. Would definitely recommend it.
via LibroThe food was delicious, the staff was friendly & the atmosphere was great! Definitely recommend!
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One of my favourite places to eat in Montreal. I've been going to Nil Bleu for years. Excellent service, delicious food (I recommend one of their tasting menus to share) & a great atmosphere.
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The food was great: it was presented beautifully & in large portions! Some of the best Ethiopian food in Mtl for sure.
Service: much better than what I'd expected, but there was a bit of chaos! There was a long wait btw our starters & main course with nobody showing up to ask if we were done! Someone from our party asked about wifi & they said they had it but never came back to provide the details...
Otherwise we had a lovely time there. Highly recommend the tasting menu!
via LibroWent for my son's 16th birthday & had a wonderful experience. Both the food & service were amazing! Highly recommend.
via LibroSecond time there. Delicious food, good drinks & good service! Highly recommend!
via LibroAmazing place delicious food tasty & traditional I recommend 100% with friends or as a couple
via LibroDelicious food, courteous service & all in a COVID-safe environment. Would definitely recommend & would happily return.
via LibroWonderful experience. Everyone was very friendly & the food was excellent - highly recommend.
via LibroBeautiful chic decor. Amazing food. Fantastic cocktails. Wonderful experience. You need to like different spices & flavours in order to truly appreciate the experience. Highly recommend the tasting menu !
via LibroIncredible food & service. Each dish was a unique flavor that delighted the senses. I recommend trying as many dishes as you can.
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We first discovered Le Nil Bleu when staying at the Kutama Hotel ( which we also recommend). We had never tasted Ethiopian food before & it was love at first bite! This trip we were in Montreal for 2 nights & it was our dinner choice for the first evening.
Food is exotic & very flavourful. Service is friendly with just the right amount of attentiveness.
We highly recommend Le Nil Bleu!!
via LibroThis place is actually amazing!!! The restaurant itself is gorgeous & the ambiance is just so exotic & relaxing. The food was incredible. Every single bite of everything was a discovery & cultural experience out of this world. the service was awesome too. I truly recommend!!
via Librosuper bon resto. Bons prix! super service. Les vins à la carte étaient un peu cher...mais je recommende fortement
via LibroOne of the best restaurants in Montreal. The food is beyond compare. I highly recommend it