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Le Nil Bleu RestoMontreal.ca
Le Nil Bleu RestoMontreal.ca
Le Nil Bleu RestoMontreal.ca
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Le Nil Bleu

Located in Hotel Kutuma
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.7$$
OPEN4:30 pm - 11 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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delicious food, & extremely kind & friendly staff! I stayed at Kutuma hotel as well, & the service was so warm. the animal print everywhere was really fun :)

Jan 7, 2025
on Google

La nourriture est très bonne, belle ambiance tranquil & un bon service!

Jan 4, 2025
on Google

Excellent restaurant: nourriture délicieuse, très bon service. Recommandé fortement!

Jan 4, 2025
on Google

The food was absolutely delicious, & our server was great. We would definitely come back.

Jan 3, 2025
on Google

Truly one of the best dinners we've ever had. Nil Bleu is a must visit in Montreal! Incredible food, wonderful atmosphere, & run by the friendliest family.

Jan 2, 2025
on Google

Un très bon éthiopien qui remplit presque toutes les cases. Deux mini bémols : niveau service, c'est très impersonnel & peu en rapport avec la culture. Niveau confort, certaines banquettes ont une mauvaise assise. Pour le reste, on valide à 100%

Jan 2, 2025
on Google

The hotel is wonderful with impeccable hospitality & service. The restaurant serves absolutely delicious food & drinks. 10/10 would recommend, & we will be back!

Jan 2, 2025
on Google

Une première pour nous avec la cuisine éthiopienne & ça ne sera pas la dernière. Une expérience culinaire inoubliable

Dec 28, 2024
on Google
5.0

Really wonderful food & lovely people!

Dec 28, 2024
on Google

L'accueil est exceptionnellement chaleureux. Restauration excellente ! Déco de grande qualité ! & pour y avoir séjourner par 2 fois, les chambres sont spacieuses ; originales & stylées ! ❤️❤️❤️

Dec 28, 2024
on Google

The food was so flavourful & colourful. Our waiter Kevin was top notch. The service was incredible. We can't wait to come back. The entrees were beautifully presented as well. My favourite was the lamb & crispy fried beef but every single item was delicious. What a wonderful experience for our table of 11 people.

Dec 28, 2024
on Google
5.0

Omg...best food ever, changed my life.... Flavors i didnt know existed. You must Go!

Dec 27, 2024
on Google

this is a beautiful restaurant, & the service & the food are well-aligned with the atmosphere. from the hot towels (you will be eating with your hands after all) to the cocktails (yum!) to the mixed plates of delicious, well-spiced food & rolls of the sourdough bread, injera, everything was delicious. no room for dessert, though!

Dec 19, 2024
on Google

Une belle découverte lors d'un diner d'affaire. Ambiance feutrée & agréable, décoration raffinée, service excellent, courtois & sympathique, & cuisine pleine de saveurs & de surprises. De plus, au regard de l'endroit & de la qualité du service & de la cuisine, nous avons trouvé les tarifs extrêmement raisonnable. Bravo à toute l'équipe du Nil Bleu, nous ne pouvons que vous recomander & revenir bientôt!

Dec 19, 2024
on Google

This place is among two of my favourite Ethiopian restaurants in Canada! As a vegetarian person of Indian origin, this to me feels like soul food! Absolutely incredible!

Dec 18, 2024
on Google

Excellent hotel, friendly staff. The Ethiopian food was some of the best I have ever had. Highly recommend.

Dec 15, 2024
on Google

Un restaurant exceptionnel aux saveurs délicieuses ! Le service est remarquable, avec une écoute attentive & une grande flexibilité. J'y suis allée deux fois avec des groupes de plus de 15 personnes, & tout le monde a été unanime : la qualité des plats est irréprochable. Je recommande sans hésitation à 150 % ! Merci.

Dec 13, 2024
on Google

Le service est impeccable Les chambre propre & Renover Je recommende cette endroit a tout le monde

Dec 12, 2024
on Google

Reçu avec une hospitalité sans précédent Un gros merci a toute l'équipe & a bientôt

Dec 12, 2024
on Google

Unbelievable service! Will be coming back to this place again Perfect for a date

Dec 12, 2024
on Google