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Le Nil Bleu

Located in Hotel Kutuma
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 4:30 pm
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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 (2400+)
*as of 2026-04-03
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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.
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Friendly staff. Gorgeous interior. Visually stunning plating. Delicious food. We had the meat simpler see pictures.

Mar 30, 2025
on Google

Notre resto préféré

Mar 30, 2025
on Google

Nil Bleu - une expérience chaleureuse, savoureuse & pleine de découvertes 🍋🫓🌿

Dès notre arrivée, nous avons été accueillis avec chaleur. Toute l'équipe était souriante, & l'ambiance tamisée du restaurant nous a plongés tout de suite dans une atmosphère intime & apaisante. Nous étions assis dans la salle du bas - un petit cocon parfait pour profiter de l'expérience.

Notre serveur était charmant, attentionné, & a pris le temps de bien nous expliquer les plats. Nous avons partagé deux menus dégustation : un végan, un avec viande. Notre groupe de quatre a été unanime : chaque plat était savoureux, parfaitement exécuté, & surtout très différent l'un de l'autre tout en s'harmonisant. 🌿🍖

Ce que j'ai adoré, c'est l'expérience de manger avec les mains, à l'aide de petites crêpes éthiopiennes.

Mes plats coups de coeur :
✨ Salade maison - légumes caramélisés
✨ Kitfo - tartare de filet mignon
✨ Gommen - épinards, oignons & ail
✨ Yekik Alicha - pois cassés au curcuma

Les breuvages étaient tout aussi délicieux que beaux à regarder. & le dessert… wow. La tarte citron meringuée avait une texture crémeuse & un bel équilibre. Elle n'était pas trop sucrée, exactement comme je les préfère! 🍋

Un endroit où je retournerai sans hésiter, autant pour l'ambiance que pour la générosité de l'expérience.

Nil Bleu - a warm, flavourful & beautifully rich experience 🍋🫓🌿

From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed. The entire team was smiling, & the soft lighting created an intimate, peaceful atmosphere. We were seated downstairs - a cozy space, perfect for fully enjoying the moment.

Our server was lovely & attentive, walking us through each dish with care. We tried two tasting menus - one vegan, one with meat. The four of us agreed: every dish was delicious, unique in flavour, yet perfectly complementary. 🌿🍖

One of the highlights was eating with our hands using small Ethiopian crêpes - a beautiful & sensory way to connect with the culture.

My personal favourites:
✨ House salad - caramelized vegetables
✨ Kitfo - beef tenderloin tartare
✨ Gommen - spinach, onions & garlic
✨ Yekik Alicha - split peas with turmeric

The drinks were just as delicious as they were beautiful. & the dessert? Wow. The lemon meringue tart had that perfect texture - creamy & perfectly balanced, & just lightly sweet. 🍋

I'll absolutely go back - for the atmosphere, the flavours, & the overall richness of the experience.

Mar 24, 2025
on Google

C'était délicieux & le personnel efficace & charmant. Nous reviendrons.

Mar 24, 2025
on Google

Excellent, comme toujours!

Mar 23, 2025
on Google

This was our second visit to Le Nil Bleu, & it was absolutely first-rate. We loved it the first time, but this was EVEN better. We are vegetarians, & had the shared 5-item vegan appetizers & dinner, then dessert. I also had a glass of honeyed wine. The service & atmosphere was delightful. If only we lived in Montreal, we would go there often, but as it is, this gem of a restaurant is a destination all on its own. After this meal, we now hold Le Nil Bleu above our favorite Ethiopian restaurants in Brooklyn & San Francisco. Can't wait to go back for more!

Mar 23, 2025
on Google

Ambiance chaleureuse, service impeccable & repas absolument délicieux. Nous y retournons régulièrement. Encore merci à toute l'équipe !!

Mar 23, 2025
on Google

Merci!!!! Merveilleux comme toujours!!!!

Mar 19, 2025
on Google

The Nil Bleu is consistently one of my favourite restaurant in Montreal. Everything there is absolutely great. No notes.

Mar 18, 2025
on Google

Delicious food. Best Ethiopian I've had, & the space is very well curated.

Mar 17, 2025
on Google

Premiére experience en resto de L'Éthiopie & on est plus que comblées ! Un gros 10/10 . La degustation pour 2 vaux vraiment la peine on ne la pas fini & on mange beaucoups 😅👍

Mar 16, 2025
on Google

Simply amazing.

Mar 16, 2025
on Google

Nous étions un groupe de 6 personnes & avons découvert le restaurant Nil Bleu avec enthousiasme. L'ambiance & la proposition culinaire sont intéressantes, une belle découverte sur ce point. Cependant, le service était extrêmement lent : il nous a fallu 1 heure pour recevoir nos entrées, & les serveurs n'étaient pas assez présents ni attentifs. De plus, les plats, bien que savoureux, manquaient de consistance pour justifier le prix, pas assez copieux. Dommage, car il y a du potentiel, mais je ne pense pas revenir.

Mar 16, 2025
on Google

Excellent food & attentive aervice

Mar 12, 2025
on Google

Great service

Mar 12, 2025
on Google

El restaurante es muy hermoso por dentro y la comida me sorprendió el sabor.

Mar 12, 2025
on Google

Unique experience, if you haven't tried Ethiopian food before it's a good place to go with friends. Loved the appetizers - next time I hope they have their specialty beer!

Mar 10, 2025
on Google

Une de mes places préférées de Montréal pour manger savoureux & sain, la cuisine éthiopienne est merveilleusement bien équilibrée entre saveur & bien être, & le Nil bleu représente fidèlement cet art culinaire.

Mar 9, 2025
on Google

Si vous recherchez un dépaysement culinaire c'est la place ! Sur une note constructive , j'aurais aimé que notre serveur explique & conseille au moment de la prise de commande.

Mar 9, 2025
on Google

À chaque fois c'est un plaisirs, Grazie mille

Mar 2, 2025
on Google