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.
The food is of excellent quality, the portions are sufficient, & the service is impeccable. We will certainly return when we visit Montreal next time. It is undoubtedly one of our favourite dining establishments in the city.
First time dining at an Ethiopian restaurant while visiting Montreal & wow, what an experience! The food, the service, & the interior decor all completely blew me away. Everything was spotless, & the flavors were out of this world!
Oct 26, 2025
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My wife & I were staying at the hotel & we're lucky enough to eat dinner here one night; amazing! We have had Ethiopian food before, & this was by far the best experience. The food, the service, the drinks & the atmosphere were all fantastic & I highly recommend it to others. If you have never had Ethiopian food before, then you owe it to yourself to check this place out, you will not be disappointed!
I had ordered from Le Nil Bleu twice & liked the food very much so we decided to visit. Quite a pleasant ambiance. It was very full but the noise level was fine. No problem chatting. Service was excellent. Food took a little while to arrive but not at all unreasonable. I'll be back. (about $65 per person with wine, tip & taxes included) (4.5 stars)
Oct 13, 2025
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Divin!!!!, la nourriture était délicieuse. Épicée mais modérée, non brûlant en bouche. J'ai également apprécié le service: Personnelle présente mais discrète non suffocante. Un restaurant parfait si vous recherchez une ambiance calme & intime. Fortement recommandé.
We were experiencing Ethiopian food for the first time. The 2 course tasting menu was recommended by our server & we loved it. Service was attentive, polite & professional. We would go again on our next visit to Montreal.
Nil Bleu has been our favorite restaurant for many years. Yet each time we go, we are supervised again by how tasty the food is. The menu has excellent choices for everyone -- for meat eaters (the lamb is great) & vegans (the lentils & the spinach dishes are fantastic).
Oct 9, 2025
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Je suis allé 3 fois au Nil Bleu & à chaque fois j'ai retrouvé la même ambiance agréable & relaxante... excellent service avec un serveur attentionné. Ils ne mettent aucune pression pour que nous quittions au plus vite comme dans certains resto !! Je le recommande a ceux qui veulent faire la découverte d'une gastronomie exotique & savoureuse !!!
Super restaurant éthiopien ! Le service est extra, très professionnel & aux petits soins pour les clients. De plus, leur nourriture est excellente ! Menu dégustation pour deux recommandé à 1000% 👌🏻👌🏻
Atmosphere was cool, & the food presentation was very nice. Also great service. Overall good experience because of the vibe. But I ordered the tasting menu & unfortunately most of the food was either bland, overcooked, or kind of plain. & the desserts & the chocolate cakes weren't great.
