Le Virunga
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Le Virunga
Stylish, cozy bistro plating braised goat leg, slow-cooked oxtail & other African-inspired dishes.
Opens Today at 6 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 17 of 29 - 568 Reviews
via LibroTrès bon accueil & service. Décoration chaleureuse, ambiance tamisée... Le menu qui mêle saveurs québécoises & africaines est très intéressant. Mon plat de mouton était très bon. Le dessert de moelleux au chocolat : un délice! Très bons vins d'Afrique du Sud...
via LibroOur initial excitement for this restaurant dwindled after our starters. While they had more variety of flavour, our main dishes (mutton special & goat leg) were surprisingly lackluster. They weren't bad, but they seemed to be missing the 'gastronomie Africaine' that we were expecting. The cassava gnocchis that came with the mutton special were very dense. We surmised that the toned down flavours were possibly to accommodate the older crowd that filled the dining room. In terms of service, the restaurant was understaffed for a Saturday night. With around ten tables, two servers were also running food, hosting & bartending. This lead to slow service through no fault of their own. Overall, it was good, but nothing spectacular, & we probably wouldn't return.
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Daniela, quand tu auras envie de plaisirs gastronomiques ( n'est-ce pas Marta?)
Le Virunga !!!
Des parfums, un subtil mélange d'épices, de jolies assiettes...bref 10/10
Oui, l'attente fut longue ( une heure) mais la proprio nous a expliqué que tous les clients étaient arrivés en même temps, inhabituel.
Aucun gras, aucune lourdeur. Excellente digestion!
via LibroLe personnel est très sympathique & les plats sont succulents! Très belle découverte!
via LibroEncore un grand plaisir de profiter de l'accueil & des inventifs & succulents plats du Virunga !
via LibroMélange heureux de parfums dans chaque plat. Liste de vins intéressante. Service plus que courtois, on s'y sent accueilli. Ce qu'on mange bien au Virunda...
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Deuxième visite, cette fois-ci avec des amis, & toujours une superbe soirée!!
Accueil, service, plats & ambiance impeccable!!
via LibroThe food was excellent. However, It was disappointing & surprising to wait well over one hour to receive our meal. We arrived at 6 pm & there were only two other guests in the restaurant. It was about 7.15 or later before our food arrived. I think it would be a good policy to inform guests if there are any unusual delays in the kitchen & if they elect to wait, to perhaps serve some bread as well as nuts.
via LibroLe Virunga was the most pleasant surprise I've had at a restaurant in a long time! The atmosphere is warm & inviting, even on a cold rainy night! The music was superb, & played at a volume that allowed for normal conversation. & the food ... absolutely delicious. We were 5 friends for dinner , & everyone adored their dishes. Mine was a pan seared Sturgeon, just delicious. & the plantain donut for dessert ... wow. I don't want to forget our server; she explained the dishes & eagerly answered our questions & even asked the chef when we had questions about substitutions. Cannot wait to go back. One more thing, lovely wine list, our Riesling was superb!
via LibroLe goût est exquis. Tout est extraordinairement bon. La seule chose qui pourrait rendre cela parfait est de plus grandes portions pour les plats. Une très belle découverte!
via LibroAmazing food, great service & a great affrican ambiance! I will go back for sure!
via LibroSuper accueil, bonne nourriture & bonne portion à partager pour gouter au plus de choses possibles!
via LibroI have been here 4 times so far & every time I am amazed by the quality of the food & service. The restaurant is over all great for intimate dinner. They do justice to high quality African food & local ingredients.
via LibroExcellente cuisine avec des goûts relevés qui nous transportent ailleurs le temps d'un repas!