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Le Virunga

Stylish, cozy bistro plating braised goat leg, slow-cooked oxtail & other African-inspired dishes.
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.8$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 6 pm
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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

Our Specialties

Sub-Saharan Pan-African gourmet cuisine.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

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Reviews for Le Virunga

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Le Virunga offers a warm welcome and attentive service, with creative dishes that are full of flavor. The ambiance is intimate and cozy, with soft lighting that keeps the room pleasantly quiet. The menu changes regularly and the staff explain the dishes clearly, helping guests discover new ingredients and spice profiles. While portions can be on the smaller side and the pacing can vary, the overall experience is memorable, with desserts that delight and a thoughtful wine list, especially with a South African focus, making it a great choice for a date or a small celebration. Overall, guests leave inspired to return and explore more of the evolving menu.
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5.0

Amazing food. Lovely service. A nice quiet atmosphere. We really enjoyed our evening.

Mar 18, 2023
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4.5

Accueil chaleureux & souci de faire plaisir. Découverte intéressante & savoureuse de la cuisine africaine.

Feb 26, 2023
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4.5

Tres joli table , unique en son genre à Montréal . Excellent & attentif service / à refaire

Feb 23, 2023
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5.0

Toujours un plaisir d'aller manger au Virunga

Feb 12, 2023
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5.0

Une superbe découverte & une équipe qui a adorer le menu selon mes intolérances alimentaires. Restaurant coup de coeur pour l'ambiance, le repas & le service!

Feb 11, 2023
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5.0

Un pur délice pour les papilles, service hors pair, resto avec un beau cachet intime. On a adoré!

Feb 10, 2023
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5.0

Nice & cozy restaurant! I enjoyed the food & cocktail very much :)

Jan 27, 2023
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4.0

Plats excellents & service impeccable.

Dec 31, 2022
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5.0

L'ambiance, le service & la nourriture étaient excellents!!

Dec 31, 2022
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5.0

Le Virunga immediately jumped out when we were planning a special trip to Montreal & looking for unique dinner options. With an incredibly imaginative menu, & from what we could see online, a really warm & welcoming interior, we jumped at the opportunity to make a reservation. We've travelled extensively & eaten at some of the best restaurants in North America, Europe, Latin America, & Southeast Asia, & Le Virunga exceeded our expectations. Here we had among the most unique & delicious cocktails we've ever tried, for starters. The portions of the mains were beyond generous; in hindsight, I wish we had thrown etiquette to the wind & ordered literally all of the appetizers instead, just because we would have been treated to that many more plates/flavours. The atmosphere is incredible, the decor is both comfortable & whimsical, & the service is exemplary. I cannot fault Le Virunga on any count - it was a wonderful night, plain & simple. If we were locals, this would be a repeat spot for certain.

Dec 12, 2022
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5.0

Delicious & nicely presented plates. Would recommend

Dec 10, 2022
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5.0

Les plats sont irréprochables & l'accueil est sans pareil.

Dec 4, 2022
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5.0

Bien manger & personnel courtois

Dec 4, 2022
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2.0

Service long. La plus grande déception, les plats principaux. Les entrées étaient délicieuses. Je n'y retournerai pas.

Nov 30, 2022
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4.0

Agréable soirée - Bonne cuisine - bon service. Belle découverte.

Nov 21, 2022
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5.0

Une des plus belles table de montreal bouffe sublime service impeccable à découvrir absolument

Nov 18, 2022
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5.0

Nous avons passé une excellente soirée. Repas gastronomique avec un service impeccable. Ambiance chaleureuse, atmosphère intime & mobilier confortable.

Nov 18, 2022
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4.5

Endroit petit, mais charmant.

Nov 13, 2022
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5.0

Originalité des plats, superbe saveurs africaines. Ambiance feutrée, personnel d'exception. Courrez-y!

Nov 13, 2022
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4.5

Belle déco, tres bon service (attentionné & avec un bon rythme entre chaque plat). La nourriture était excellente & nous a permis de découvrir de nouvelles saveurs. Merci pour la belle soirée

Nov 12, 2022