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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$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow 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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Très belle place le service est excellent & belle chambre très propre je vous conseille vraiment cette place

Dec 12, 2024
on Google

L'un des meilleurs restaurants de Montréal, sans aucun doute! Nourriture incroyable, service impeccable & sympathique, belle ambiance & décor. On a aimé la touche africaine chic & la modernité accueillante de l'endroit. Un resto chic qui ne ruine pas, on adore! Parfait pour un souper romantique. Les plats à partager sont copieux & exquis! Ma photo n'y rend pas justice.

Dec 11, 2024
on Google

Délicieux, copieux, nous avons très bien mangé! & le service est impeccable!

Dec 9, 2024
on Google
5.0

Beautiful & delicious meal

Dec 3, 2024
on Google

Everything was very nice. A good experience

Dec 2, 2024
on Google

Je voulais prendre le temps de souligner ce resto...vraiment un top de Montréal. Merci pour l'accueil, le service & la nourriture c'était vraiment excellent. A++

Dec 1, 2024
on Google

Nice presentation & ambiance. Had the tasting menu which were generous portions, difficult to finish. First time trying ethiopian food, everything was varied & excellent! Would highly recommend.

Dec 1, 2024
on Google

We had to wait for more than one hour to have our food but fortunately it was excellent.

Nov 28, 2024
on Google

Great food great ambiance good service but had to wait a bit even though I had reservation

Nov 27, 2024
on Google

Nice relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff & great music. We had the Yebeg Watt & Vegan Platter. Spicy but not too spicy. The injera was perfect.

Nov 26, 2024
on Google

Nous avons vraiment tout aimé de notre expérience ! Nous avons partagé un repas végan! Tellement savoureux & agréable! Nous y retournerons encore & encore !

Nov 25, 2024
on Google

It feels like I was in a resort the whole atmosphere , the service was nice & very great foods. I would highly recommend the tasting menu also the hummus & beef tartare was delicious. so many vegan options, perfect spot to come with your vegetarian friends

Nov 24, 2024
on Google

Excellent service & food. Attentive & responsive. It was my husband's birthday & they heard us talking about it & gave him a drink to celebrate.

Nov 23, 2024
on Google

After long time I had good time . Grate food & service.

Nov 22, 2024
on Google

Première fois que nous mangeons éthiopien. Nous avons prit le menu dégustation Viande & végé. Les entrées étaient incroyablement bonne. Le pain est vraiment moelleux comme il faut. Nous pensions les entrées petites mais les plats principaux sont tout juste ce qu'il faut en terme de taille pour être repu. Nous avons fini avec un dessert à partager. Le cocktail était vraiment bon. Le service a l'accueil & pendant tout le repas était très attentif, agréable, & sympathique. Je conseille vraiment

Nov 21, 2024
on Google

We were warmly welcomed , making us feel right at home. The food was absolutely delightful, each dish bursting with flavor & expertly prepared. The presentation was nothing short of stunning, turning every plate into a work of art. It was an unforgettable dining experience.

Nov 18, 2024
on Google

Savoureux plats. Bel équilibre entre mets aux fines herbes & mets plus piquants. Repas copieux. Chaque visite est charmante depuis sa son humble ouverture à aujourd'hui.

Nov 18, 2024
on Google

Service un peu lent, un pianiste serait apprécié. Toujours aussi absolument délicieux!

Nov 17, 2024
on Google

Excellente cuisine

Nov 17, 2024
on Google

Simplement Wwwooowwwww

Nov 17, 2024
on Google