FR
Montreal Restaurants: RestoMontreal.caMontreal Restaurants: RestoMontreal.ca
RestaurantsGuides & ArticlesEvents

Logo RestoMontreal.ca

RestaurantsReviewsGuides & ArticlesEventsNewsletterContact UsDiscover
Le Virunga Cover Image
Le Virunga RestoMontreal.ca
Le Virunga RestoMontreal.ca
Le Virunga RestoMontreal.ca
Le Virunga RestoMontreal.ca
Le Virunga RestoMontreal.ca
Le Virunga RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Top Pick

Le Virunga

Stylish, cozy bistro plating braised goat leg, slow-cooked oxtail & other African-inspired dishes.
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.8$$ & $$$
OPEN6 pm - 10 pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
AfricanHealthyGrillExoticGluten-free OptionsFine Dining / Upscale
Menu Reserve

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.

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

Menus (1) QR Code

Menu
4.8957 ratings
5★
74%
4★
21%
3★
4%
2★
1%
1★
0%

Mentioned in:View More

Le Virunga was featured in the article(s) below.

PressView More

Events NearbyMore

Related Links

Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

African Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Healthy Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Grill Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Exotic Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Gluten-free Options Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Cozy Atmosphere Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Good For Groups Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Takeout Available Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal

Restaurants in Montreal

African Restaurants in Montreal

Healthy Restaurants in Montreal

Grill Restaurants in Montreal

Exotic Restaurants in Montreal

Gluten-free Options Restaurants in Montreal

Cozy Atmosphere Restaurants in Montreal

Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal

Good For Groups Restaurants in Montreal

Takeout Available Restaurants in Montreal

Reviews for Le Virunga

Food
Service
on Google4.7 (400+)
*as of 2026-05-07
4.8957 ratings
5★
74%
4★
21%
3★
4%
2★
1%
1★
0%
Write your review

Reviews often mention

african(47) saveur(46) dessert(38) dishes(38) cocktail(36) recommend(34) vin(31) wine(30) unique(28) africaine(27) flavor(26) decor(25)

Review Summary

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.
Page 21 of 30 - 589 Reviews
via Other
1 Review
5.0

toujours un régal, le continent est bien représenté par le Virunga, ne lachez pas.

Feb 24, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Superbe restaurant! La nourriture était délicieuse & le service impeccable! Merci pour une très belle soirée!

Feb 16, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Wonderful little (

Feb 10, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Le mariage des saveurs dand les plats africains m'a laissé sans voix. C'était DÉLICIEUX!!!!!!

Jan 13, 2019
via Other
1 Review
4.5

chaque bouchée me replongeait dans la dernière partie du dessin animé Ratatouille 🥰🙏🏾👏🏿

Jan 8, 2019
via Other
1 Review
4.0

Chaleureux petit restaurant, délicieuse nourriture, utilisation variée & maîtrisée du plantain, service juste, excellente musique, options végé & sans gluten dsiponible en tout temps

Jan 8, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Très bel accueil, ambiance intimiste & chaleureuse, musique excellente, plats délicieux. Le mélange des genres est tout à fait réussi ! Bravo le Virunga !

Jan 8, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Friendly, comfortable ambience. Delicious food & cocktails. We will definitely be back!

Dec 21, 2018
via Other
1 Review
4.5

Excellent repas, cocktails délicieux, service exceptionnel.

Dec 17, 2018
via Other
1 Review
5.0

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!!!

Dec 14, 2018
via Other
1 Review
4.5

Went for our anniversary. Lovely small space, excellent service. We had the goat salad appetizer, oxtail & duck leg as mains, & for dessert, the beignets with rum sauce. All was DELICIOUS! Only criticism is that the food could have been hotter. Would certainly visit again to try some of their other dishes, including the goat.

Dec 2, 2018
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Service impeccable & nourriture excellente. Rien à redire comme d'habitude

Nov 30, 2018
via Other
1 Review
5.0

amazing ambiance, so cozy & pretty, plus waitresses were so kind with us.

Nov 25, 2018
via Other
1 Review
4.0

Nourriture riche en saveurs. A essayer sans doute!!

Nov 22, 2018
via Other
1 Review
4.5

Nous avons soupé au Virunga dans le cadre de Montréal a Table. Une jolie découverte où les épices exotiques & la banane plantain ont la part belle. Malgré tout, les saveurs manquent un peu de relief. Je m'attendais à quelque chose d'un peu plus explosif en bouche. J'ai pris une quenelle de crevettes en entrée, du veau en plat principal & un moelleux en dessert. Le service est irréprochable & la carte offre de belles options aux végétariens/vegans, ainsi qu'une sélection de vins intéressante. Merci!

Nov 12, 2018
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Ambiance très chaleureuse, petit restaurant cosy où on se sent bien, service au top & plats vraiment délicieux qui changent de l'ordinaire.
Je reviendrai avec plaisir :)

Nov 8, 2018
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Quelle superbe experience nous avons eu lors de notre repas dans le cadre de Montreal a table avec mon copain hier. Le restaurant est propre & charmant & La rencontre entre la cusine subsaharienne & quebecoise est divine & cest surtout parce que le chef & sa fille zoya transmettent leur amour a nos assiettes. La preparation des aliments fut impeccable & zoya a pris le temps de partager son savoir sur la cuisine subsaharienne avec nous durant son service. Un MUST a Montreal ! 5/5 a tous les nouveaux! Quelle belle decouverte ! A bientot Virunga & merci

Nov 8, 2018
via Other
1 Review
4.0

Beau restaurant avec des nappes & serviettes de table en tissu .
Plats tous très bons & différents de notre cuisine habituelle.
Service agréable

Nov 7, 2018
via Other
1 Review
4.5

Went in the context of MTL à table for a friend's birthday & can say the following:
1. Very good service
2. Cosy smart casual atmosphere (would be perfect for a date)
3. Exceptional dining
4. Extremely wide range of gluten-friendly options (the only option not GF on the table d'hôte was the plantain chocolate-chip cake)

Nov 5, 2018
via Other
1 Review
2.5

bel endroit relax & convivial. belle présentation & repas succulents

Nov 4, 2018