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
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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
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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5.0
Absolutely amazing meal! This may be my favourite restaurant in the city. the wine list is fantastic too (all South African) ; you must try this place!
Aug 14, 2022
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5.0
One of the best restaurants I've enjoyed in MTL in a very long time! If you're reading this it's your sign to make a reservation today. You won't regret it
Aug 7, 2022
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5.0
Absolutely loved everything. All dishes had nice flavor combinations. Excellent all around.
Aug 4, 2022
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4.5
Très belle expérience!! Étonner de savoir qu'il n'y avait qu'une personne en cuisine!!
Le service était excellent, la nourriture était réconfortante, merci de nous faire redécouvrir la gastronomie Africaine!
Jul 31, 2022
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4.5
Outstanding & thoroughly original cuisine. Warm, friendly reception. Cozy & beautiful room
Jul 28, 2022
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5.0
Amazing creative food with delicious flavours. Very good service. Would highly recommend.
Jul 16, 2022
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4.5
Food was very good. Staff very nice & accommodating. Will definitely return to enjoy a good meal when I'm back in Montreal.
Jul 11, 2022
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1 Review
5.0
Très belle accueil
Ambiance chaleureuse
Repas exquis
Bravo au chef. Que du bonheur dans l'assiette!
Jul 9, 2022
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1 Review
5.0
Brilliant food, cool place, reasonably priced, & service people who are efficient with sense of humor :)
Jul 3, 2022
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1 Review
5.0
Excellent très bonne bouffe service impeccable je le recommande fortement
Jun 18, 2022
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1 Review
5.0
De la belle gastronomie dans un endroit chic avec un service humain & souriant
Jun 18, 2022
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1 Review
5.0
Wonderful dynamic flavors, excellent wine list, beautiful ambiance & care taken by the owner of all patrons!
Jun 18, 2022
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5.0
Accompagnés de personnes âgées, nous avons profiter d'un excellent repas, d'une ambiance assez tranquille pour échanger librement avec eux & d'un service très chaleureux & courtois.
Jun 17, 2022
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5.0
Numéro 1 sur toute la ligne. ACCUEIL chaleureux & patience de la serveuse pour expliquer le menu. AMBIANCE feutrée & décor rappelant l'Afrique sans être trop chargé. CUISINE exquise & savoureuse; dosage subtil & parfait des saveurs & des épices. Première expérience...à répéter sans réserve.
Jun 9, 2022
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1 Review
5.0
I went 3yrs ago & came back yesterday. Still delicious, great service perfect for a date night !
Jun 3, 2022
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4.0
Belle découverte! Une cuisine qui nous amène ailleurs tout en étant raffinée. Un bon rapport qualité-prix.
May 29, 2022