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Le Nil Bleu RestoMontreal.ca
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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 2026-04-11
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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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L'ambiance est africaine avec de grandes girafes de bois éléphants & personnages. Très beau & propre une touche moderne de très belle chaise etc. Le manger était délicieux auss.

Mar 16, 2024
on Google
5.0

Great food & excellent service

Mar 11, 2024
on Google

Savoureux

Mar 9, 2024
on Google
5.0

Excellent food, friendly service, nice ambiance, would definitely comeback!

Mar 9, 2024
on Google
5.0

Amazing food & amazing service

Mar 8, 2024
on Google

Delicious food, wonderful service, & lovely ambiance!

Mar 8, 2024
on Google

Great food & great service!

Mar 8, 2024
on Google

One of my favourite restaurants in all of Montreal! Delicious food, kind & helpful staff, fast service. Always a wonderful experience!

Mar 3, 2024
on Google

My family tries to eat Ethiopian food in every city that we visit, & I can honestly say that Le Nil Bleu was the best we've ever had. The flavors were incredible, & each one of the dishes in the vegetarian combination was exquisite. The atmosphere was wonderful, the staff was lovely, & we give it our very highest recommendation!

Mar 3, 2024
on Google

On s'est régalé avec le menu dégustation & le service était impeccable !! À refaire :)

Mar 3, 2024
on Google
3.0

We've eaten Ethopian food LOTS. This was good, but not outstanding. It was the most pricy we've had by far. Overall, it was the service that put us off. The guy just clearly didn't know how to relate to customers on any level, which made interactions uncomfortable - that, & he'd disappear for long periods at a time. With lots of competition, we'll give this a pass next time. At those prices I expect good service.

Mar 2, 2024
on Google

Savoureux, unique, rapport qualité-prix impressionnant, magnifique intérieur, belle ambiance. Les cocktails maison sont délicieux également. Prenez les plateaux dégustation, ça vaut la peine!

Feb 27, 2024
on Google

Très beau concept dans la façon de servir la nourriture. Les saveurs sont superbes. Nos entrées étaient parfaites. Nos drinks sublimes. Malheureusement la viande était trop cuite (filet mignon, agneau) Le poulet avait des os, pas pratique quand on va chercher la viande avec notre morceau de pain & qu'ils ne sont pas visibles. Il serait important de mentionner que certains des plats sont épicés. On a eu un peu froid près de la porte d'entrée. Mais sommes tout excellente soirée.

Feb 26, 2024
on Google

This has been a staple in our life for so many years. Amazing food, great & caring staff, brilliant ambience. Highly recommended.

Feb 25, 2024
on Google

Dès l'arrivée sur place, on est formidablement bien reçus! Accueil chaleureux, attentif & fort sympathique. Idem pour le service aux tables. L'atmosphère est feutrée, apaisante & agréable. Puis vient le repas : nous avons opté pour le menu dégustation 2 services Viande & Légumes pour 2 personnes, & c'était tout simplement délicieux! Chaque bouchée offre un riche éventail de saveurs & de parfums. & c'était copieux à souhait. Presque impossible de terminer l'assiette principale, car en bout de ligne, malgré leur légèreté, les crêpes sont quand même assez consistantes. On en ressort bien repus! Il nous a fallu prendre une petite marche pour rentrer chez nous.

Feb 23, 2024
on Google

The flavors were absolutely amazing. One of the best meals I've had.

Feb 22, 2024
on Google

Wow wow wow! C'était une première pour moi & ce ne sera sûrement pas ma dernière fois dans ce resto. Mais vraiment tout est bien! Le service était excellent. Le serveur était courtois & toujours disponible .alors le fait que le restaurant était bondé. La nourriture est exquise & savoureuse. Les légumes ont une texture croquante. Le tout est savamment épicé : ni trop pimenté ni trop fade. Les.poulet berbère est délicieux & les lentilles sont vraiment bien. J'appréhendais manger avec mes doigts ainsi le goût de la galette...mais en réalité tout était très bon. &, le prix pour le menu découverte 2 personnes & la qualité de la nourriture est plus que décent. Je recommande chaudement.

Feb 21, 2024
on Google

Friendly service, nice ambiance & delicious vegan options. I have been several times & usually get the vegan tasting menu, it has 5 different dishes & lots of Ethiopian bread.

Feb 15, 2024
on Google

Le cocktail au jus d'hibiscus & tequila est joli mais pas assez de goût. Le site web n'est pas à jour. Le service est excellent.

Feb 15, 2024
on Google

This is my favorite restaurant in Montreal. Everything was perfect despite the fact that is was Valentines day. LOVE this spot.

Feb 15, 2024
on Google