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Le Nil Bleu

Located in Hotel Kutuma
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 12:30 pmValentine's Day: hours might differ
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EthiopianAfricanExoticVegetarianHealthyVegan OptionsGluten-free OptionsBrunchCateringResto-Bar

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, Interac

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 for Le Nil Bleu

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on Google4.6 (2300+)
*as of 2026-02-14
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Review Summary

Le Nil Bleu captivates with a warm, intimate atmosphere, refined decor, and a welcoming, attentive staff that make every visit feel special. The cuisine is richly flavored Ethiopian fare, with a generous tasting menu option for two and a strong vegan selection, all served with authentic injera and a deft balance of spices. Guests consistently praise the high quality and freshness of the dishes, the thoughtful presentation, and the cocktails and wine list that pair well with the meal. The overall experience blends elegance with comfort, making it a versatile spot for dates, friends, or hotel guests seeking a memorable culinary journey in Montreal. While a few notes mention occasional slower service or smaller portions, the consensus is that Le Nil Bleu offers a standout dining experience worth returning to.
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5.0

The restaurant was amazing! My guests really loved it. I wish the customer service experience was better prior to getting to the restaurant, in terms of the reservation & quicker follow-up regarding changes & having to make a deposit, which did not prove to be mandatory. The parking spot communicated on the website was not specified to be payable or not. Overall, I just wish the restaurant was bigger, & felt like the 1$ fee per guest to cut the cake that I brought a little unnecessary, but overall, the service was excellent, & waiter amazing. The portions were too big for some of my guests & some of my guests also unfortunately did not enjoy the food, in spite of it being really good. So I wondered if they may have had some hamburgers or hamburgers made of lentils for instance or lamb meat & fries, even if off menu to accommodate guests who may not end up loving this amazing cuisine. Beware, bring more money than expected. If you choose from the sample menu, you may still end up spending more money than expected. I would suggest bringing at least 100$ per person.

Feb 9, 2026
on Google

Our experience was great & the service was exceptional thank you Kevin & Abi (chef)!

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

On a passé un très bon moment avec mon ami Algerien Alex ! C'était hyper bon.

Feb 7, 2026
on Google
5.0

Endroit chaleureux, nous avons changé le nombre de personnes dans la réservation au dernier moment & nous avons été accordé sans problème

Feb 7, 2026
on Google
5.0

Nourriture délicieuse, très bonne adresse !

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

Toujours aussi savoureux, service impeccable & décor très agréable.

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

La nourriture est délicieuse. L'endroit est très propre.

Feb 5, 2026
on Google

Ma dernière visite remontait à 10 ans & rien n'a changé depuis! Le décor est magnifique, l'ambiance chaleureuse, le personnel souriant, accueillant & professionnel & que dire de la nourriture un pur délice! Je n'attendrai pas un autre 10 ans avant de faire découvrir cet endroit magnifique à mes amis! Une expérience unique à quelques pas du métro Sherbrooke je recommande à tous vivement! 👌😍

Feb 5, 2026
on Google

Le plateau offre une belle variété de plats à partager.

Feb 4, 2026
on Google

Great food. Great service. Thank you

Feb 3, 2026
on Google

Excellent meal, service & atmosphere! We stayed in the hotel above the restaurant for 4 days in the winter. The staff was very friendly & professional, every interaction they'd ask for an opportunity for service. Whether it be making coffee or helping with our bags. Finest hotel experience I've had in at least a decade.

The restaurant was lovely. Our waiter was very knowledgeable & accommodating. We had never had Ethiopian food & he explained the history behind each meal a the traditional way of eating it. The food itself was flavorful & filling. Took a solid nap after eating there.

100% would stay here & eat here again. Thank you very much for such a phenomenal weekend, from bed to table.

Feb 2, 2026
on Google
5.0

Le service était rapide, le personnel était très agréable & la nourriture était vraiment bonne ! Je recommande !

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

The food was delicious, every staff member kind & inviting. Get the red sangria- it's divine

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Des plats beaucoup de saveurs & les serveurs ils étaient au top à recommande

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Une cuisine extraordinaire, un service hors pair. Une expérience vraiment agréable pour découvrir une petite parcelle de l'Éthiopie.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Loved the tasting platter! Beautiful flavours but wish portions were a bit bigge

Jan 27, 2026
on Google

First time eating Ethiopian food & it didn't disappoint. Between the wonderful staff & the phenomenal food I will be recommending anyone who is visiting Montreal to absolutely go.

Jan 27, 2026
on Google

Le Nil Bleu est un vrai coup de coeur à Montréal.
La cuisine éthiopienne est délicieuse & pleine de saveurs & le service chaleureux & attentionné.
Une expérience conviviale & authentique à ne pas manquer!

Jan 26, 2026
on Google

J'ai beaucoup aimé mon expérience ici. Les plats sont savoureux, le service professionnel, & que dire de la déco ! De plus, il est indiqué le niveau d'épice des plats, pour éviter les mauvaises surprises. Je reviendrai :)

Jan 26, 2026
on Google
5.0

Was a great modern cosy, amazing statues around & the wait staff was great. Their tasting menu was a phenomenal experience

Jan 19, 2026
on Google