Le Virunga
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Le Virunga
Stylish, cozy bistro plating braised goat leg, slow-cooked oxtail & other African-inspired dishes.
6 pm - 11 pm
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 6 pm - 10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 pm - 10 pm |
| Friday | 6 pm - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 pm - 11 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Info & Location
About us
Virunga Restaurant is the story of two women passionate about African culture, who invite you to discover the gastronomic richness of this continent, which is so dear to them.
Through revisited traditional recipes, the restaurant celebrates the authentic flavors of sub-Saharan Africa, while showcasing local Quebec products.
Both simple and creative, this cuisine demonstrates, above all, a respect for ingredients and gastronomy.
Virunga Restaurant aims to be a warm and friendly place, offering professional and quality service.
Chef Maria and her daughter Zoya generously welcome you for a unique culinary experience, combining history, modernity, and heritage.
100% South African wine list
Through revisited traditional recipes, the restaurant celebrates the authentic flavors of sub-Saharan Africa, while showcasing local Quebec products.
Both simple and creative, this cuisine demonstrates, above all, a respect for ingredients and gastronomy.
Virunga Restaurant aims to be a warm and friendly place, offering professional and quality service.
Chef Maria and her daughter Zoya generously welcome you for a unique culinary experience, combining history, modernity, and heritage.
100% South African wine list
Our Specialties
Sub-Saharan Pan-African gourmet cuisine.
Amenities, services & more
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Press
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Le Virunga: l'un des trop rares restaurants africains à Montréal
Behind The Scenes: Le Virunga (article en anglais)
Events Nearby
POP Montreal International Music Festival 2025
Sep 24, 2025 to Sep 28, 2025
BLVD Festival 2025
Aug 28, 2025 to Aug 31, 2025
Reviews often mention
african(44) saveur(44) dishes(36) cocktail(36) dessert(34) vin(31) unique(28) recommend(28) wine(27)Page 14 of 29 - 568 Reviews
via LibroDelicious meal, very flavorful, cozy atmosphere, great service! Room temperature can get pretty hot but still very much worth it!
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Excellent ambiance & food, a neighborhood gem with a very good selection of African wines at a reasonable price!! A wonderful experience with friends. Lovely decor & music, which was not too loud so we were able to enjoy dinner conversation. For starters we tried their Argentinian shrimp & the Maradi which is a cassava couscous with pan fried eggplant & okra, both were deliciously seasoned & the okra was prepared to perfection without a sliminess which happens if not prepared properly. The mains were equally delicious, we had the Faguibine which is the duck with sweet potatoes pure & spinach, we requested the duck be cooked to medium instead of rare. The Chef accommodated us & it was perfect, not dry at all. The other main was the Mouton & also deliciously prepared. Their sauces are mouth watering. Of course we had the desserts, we tried both desserts, the Crepes & the Bananas & chocolate cloud which was very similar to chocolate mousse & they too were excellent.
Our wine paired perfectly with the meal, it was an organic wine from Africa, a blend of cabernet & merlot.
We will certainly return & encourage you to go dine at Le Virunga. Last but not least was the wonderful & attentive service. Our waitress was very accommodating & knowledgeable. Merci pour un très bon repas & un belle soirée. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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Les plats sont raffinés & les cocktails très bons !
La salle est décorée de façon à ce que l'atmosphère soit cosy, c'est très agréable.
Le service était tout autant de qualité, la serveuse à gérer le temps d'attente à la perfection.
Merci pour ce moment !
via LibroUne explosion de saveurs, un cadre convivial, une équipe efficace & sympathique, avec la maman au fourneau & la fille au service.
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The place has a nice vibe & ambience, however the food is overpriced. We ordered a shrimp appetizer, it came with TWO shrimps on top of shredded veggies. TWO shrimps! For 14 dollars!
We ordered steak & duck breast. Can't complain about the steak but the duck breast was so chewy, l couldn't finish my plate.
Friendly service though, l had asked for a good table when booking & they booked the best one for us.
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Très bonne bouffe, mais service très long. On a attendu une heure 45 min. avant d'avoir notre entrée.
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Excellent restaurant!!
La nourriture était exquise & le service très attentionné ♥️
J'oubliais de mentionner les cocktails que nous avons adorés,le Dawa & le Cap floral.
via LibroExcellent restaurant. Les plats son succulents, le service est supérieur dans un environnement beau & chaleureux.
via LibroLe Virunga nous permet de faire un merveilleux voyage en Afrique avec des produits de chez nous. La meilleure façon de s'évader le temps d'une soirée. Tout ça avec un sourire charmant de notre serveuse.
via LibroTrès bonne assiette, à la fois élaborée & subtile. Si la cuisine est l'art du dosage & de l'assemblage, alors Virunga maîtrise sont art ;)
via LibroTout était excellent de l'entrée au dessert & l'accueil & le service exceptionnels
via LibroGreat food, amazing presentation, attentive service & a cozy location. Cocktails could have been bigger, but were unusual & delicious nevertheless.
via LibroGreat service & food! The mutton was so tender & the fowl was excellent. They also have a great selection of alcoholic & nonalcoholic beverages. Definitely recommend!
via LibroTout simplement très très bon. Courtois & professionel. A recommander.