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!
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.
Je suis allée à l'hôtel Kutuma, annexé au restaurant. Personnel très courtois & accueillant. J'ai été upgradé à la suite sans demander…juste wow! C'était inattendu 🤩. Merci pour la belle expérience!
Super expérience dans ce restaurant éthiopien !
Une très belle découverte : la nourriture était délicieuse, pleine de saveurs, & l'expérience en elle-même était vraiment originale. Le service était chaleureux, l'ambiance authentique, & on sent que tout est préparé avec soin.
Un endroit que je recommande à 100 % si vous voulez sortir des sentiers battus & vivre un vrai moment dépaysant à Montréal !
Nov 19, 2025
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We ordered takeout. $120 for three people - 3 tiny portions & a mountain of bread. The food was so spicy it was almost inedible. The tiny salads were mostly vinegar. Never again.
This was my first time at an Ethiopian restaurant. The food was good, but service was slow even though the place was empty. We had to keep flagging the waiter, & other tables who came after us were served faster. Overall, not the best first impression I don't think I'd return based on service alone.
This restaurant is amazing! The food is fresh flavourful & clearly made with care. The atmosphere is warm & welcoming, & the owner makes everyone feel at home. The staff are friendly, attentive & always smiling overall it's a great place with delicious food & wonderful people - I recommend everyone tries this amazing place. I will definitely be coming back!
An authentic Ethiopian food the best place to spend with loved ones.
Tasty & yummy food, well established & managed restaurant. Well trained staff & management. Specially the owner makes you feel like home.
It's definitely worth giving it a chance.
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Nov 11, 2025
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Amazing experience overall!
Great authentic food, attentive service/ friendly staff & very nice decor. Perfect music volume. Reasonable prices!
Good wine selection with many private imports!
Every dish was made with love & you can taste depth in each bite!
I will definately be going back & recommending to friends & family!
For dinner last night, my friend & I were lamenting about the fact that we are so glad this restaurant is still around. Great ambiance, amazing service & flavors!
The only unfortunate changes we noticed are how much smaller portions have gotten, which is a shame because it's so delicious & it're reduced to two bites a flavor. The tables for two are also extraordinarily small & feel claustrophobic, but otherwise, I recommend this restaurant regardless.
This place is hands down the best hotel my husband & I have ever stayed at. The staff were all friendly helpful. They upgraded our room for free when there was a cancellation before we arrived. The Ethiopian food was amazing each bite was a flavor bomb of deliciousness. Room service was great. The jacuzzi is generously sized. Comfy beds & all of the entire stay was divine. Thank you so much! We will be back!
An incredible experience at Nil Bleu Ethiopian Restaurant!
It's been years since I've had Ethiopian food this good outside of home & Nil Bleu truly exceeded every expectation. The presentation was elegant, the flavors were absolutely authentic & delicious, & the ambiance was warm, beautiful, & spotless. Every detail, from the service to the aroma of the dishes, made the experience unforgettable. I left with a happy heart & a full stomach. I can't wait to go back & thank you Nil Bleu
Wow! If I ever come back to Montreal, I will not think twice about where to go. I will definitely return here. I love Ethiopian food & always search it out whenever I'm in a large city. Nil Bleu was another level above anythingI have ever eaten before.. The presentation & taste of everything was exquisite. I took my time, eating slowly & finishing every last morsel of everything from the appetizer & drink to the main course & the dessert. Though I overate, I am still in a great mood from the experience. Thank you for a memorable & delicious meal!
wow wow wow!! what an amazing experience! I came here with 3 of my other girl friends twice in a week. Yes, twiceee!! We loved it soo much. The owner was soo kind to us. & the food is to die for!!!!The ambiance is on another level.
