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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$$
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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C'était trop trop bon !!! La qualité visuelle & gustative des plat vous emmène ailleurs... Tout ce que j'ai mangé été excellent. Nous étions 10 à table & nous nous sommes régalés. Notre serveur très professionnel & fort sympathique nous a accueillie avec gentillesse & il s'est adapté en un rien de temps à nos goûts ou nos restrictions alimentaires. Un gros 5 étoiles bien mérité. Merci à vous

Nov 10, 2024
on Google
4.0

Très bon rapport qualité-prix. Le ragout d'agneau était délicieux, & l'option vegan offrait plusieurs mets divers, en portion suffisante.

Nov 9, 2024
on Google

L'ambiance, la nourriture & le service étaient parfaits.

Nov 9, 2024
on Google

Le Nil Bleu c'est un classique montréalais, je vais à ce resto avec ma femme depuis les années 90. Leurs mets éthiopiens sont tellement délicieux, le service est excellent & l'atmosphère est chaleureuse. Fortement recommandé.

Nov 9, 2024
on Google

Service parfait & super agréable, tout le monde est au petits soins. Une super découverte culinaire, qui reste très abordable pour les quantités & la qualité! J'y retournerai avec grand plaisir.

Nov 9, 2024
on Google

Service superbe, nourriture excellente, des saveurs différentes. Que dire de plus ?

Nov 7, 2024
on Google

Excellent service & plats savoureux.

Nov 7, 2024
on Google
5.0

Beautifully spiced food that is presented with flair. Outstanding, friendly service. An inviting environment. There is so much to enjoy at the Nil Bleu. Can't recommend this place enough for a food that will light up your palate. Just outstanding in every way.

Nov 2, 2024
on Google

Belle déco belle ambiance,excellent service (on a eu droit à trois serveurs differents par contre :D), experience culinaire originale, j'ai bien aimé le doro watt & bcp aimé le pain & le fait de saucer, mais j'ai moins apprecié la dégustation vegan, je recommande le resto :)

Nov 1, 2024
on Google

J'ai adoré chaque mets que nous avons commandés! Le service est génial & la cuisine délicieuse, je recommande!

Oct 30, 2024
on Google

service impeccable & la nourriture est délicieuse! très belle découverte:)

Oct 30, 2024
on Google

Amazing

Oct 30, 2024
on Google

Un excellent restaurant, parfait pour passer un moment convivial. La nourriture y est excellente & le service impeccable.

Oct 28, 2024
on Google

Un repas unique avec des amis memorables apres une fin de semaine exceptionnelle ! Merci le Nil Bleu!

Oct 26, 2024
on Google

so fancy! & the sharing platter gives a great summary of their best dishes without being too much or too little

Oct 26, 2024
on Google

Très authentique mais un peu tro che

Oct 25, 2024
on Google

A wonderful experience at Nil Bleu as always.

Oct 25, 2024
on Google

I hate giving five stars on every category because it means it couldn't get any better. Well, I would say the Blue Nile is pretty close to that. The food was great. The Service was great & the atmosphere is perfect.

Oct 24, 2024
on Google

Quel beau restaurant! Nourriture impeccable & excellent service (merci encore Kevin!). Je recommande fortement.

Oct 20, 2024
on Google

Food was excellent, with good options for vegans & vegetarians. Fairly fancy restaurant, so meal ended up on the expensive side. Service left something to be desired. Definitely felt rushed to order & rushed to pay by the server.

Oct 19, 2024
on Google