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.
Le Virunga offers a bold African inspired dining experience in the Plateau, blending local Quebec ingredients with aromatic spices and bold flavors that feel thoughtful and special without being fussy. Guests praise flavorful, well seasoned mains and innovative entrées, and the atmosphere is described as cozy, elegant and intimate. The service is frequently praised as attentive and professional, with staff who know the menu inside out and a wine list that features a South African focus. Many reviews highlight the Pan African fusion concept and a small, carefully chosen menu that changes with the season, inviting a sense of discovery. While some notes mention small portions or occasional delays, the overall sentiment points to high quality, craft, and hospitality that make Le Virunga a standout option in Montreal's dining scene.
Le Virunga is one of the best restaurants in Montreal, hands down! This underrated gem brings forth light & life to this otherwise quiet little area. Owned by two incredible Black Women who are mother & daughter, this space oozes in spirituality & love in the cuisine & the decor. You feel at home, you feel at peace, you feel taken care of. If you're looking for a life-altering experience, I highly recommend this place for the incomparable food & the impeccable service. I wish them nothing but continued success & expansion. - TiKA
Le Virunga ! Toujours aussi bon, créatif & magnifiquement présenté! Le service est aussi exceptionnel!
C'est une expérience unique à chaque passage!
J'adore & recommande vivement, ce restaurant, à tous ceux qui veulent découvrir la belle gastronomie africaine!!!
Bravo Mesdames! Continuez de nous éblouir & à très bientôt!
Jun 21, 2021
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Superbe expérience! Tout y est excellent, la cuisine, le service & l'ambiance! Si vous voulez passer une belle soirée, pour goûter à l'excellence de la gastronomie africaine, je vous le recommande vivement! Merci Le Virunga, & à bientôt!
Nous avons beaucoup aimé notre soirée, les découvertes culinaires aux accents africains nous ont beaucoup plus. Le menu dégustation proposé était vraiment très bon. La créativité était au rendez-vous avec des aliments de qualité bien présentés. L'accueil est chaleureux, les vins sud-africains sont bien choisis. Un artiste invité a couronné le tout avec ses oeuvres qui se liaient au menu!
Belle découverte que je recommande chaleureusement.
We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Le Virunga. Cocktails & food were absolutely amazing. Perfect amount served (even with dessert). Great ambiance & service. Would highly recommend & will return.
Five stars is not enough. There are literally NO words to describe the ecstasy brought in by every single bite. So much flavor! I was still sitting in the resto last night while planning my next visit over. Hard for me to imagine anyone not liking this place. It is quaint & intimate. It is beautifully decorated & the cocktails are divine! I had the Mandela & Tonic. I highly recommend!!!
I really enjoyed Le Virunga! The food was absolutely delicious!
I would highly recommend this restaurant. The ambiance was great for a couple night out.
Le Virunga was wonderful! We love trying new (to us) foods & everything here was delicious. We started with pan-African-inspired cocktails that were delightfully refreshing on a warm night....we especially recommend one named after Nelson Mandela. The appetizers & main dishes were skillfully prepared & subtle spicing perfectly complemented the flavor of the food. The restaurant is lovely & the ambiance calm & welcoming & service was very efficient & friendly. We're from Maine & come to Montreal each year to savor new experiences...& Le Virunga definitely provided a great new dining experience! We'll be back!
Absolutely delicious. The only drawback was a thunderstorm knocked out the power during the meal! This put the staff to the test, who rose to the challenge beautifully.
Highly recommend the pangasius, a very light, flaky catfish. Pinotage & Mandela Tonic paired well with the light, flavorful fare. Would definitely come back!
