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.
Amenities, services & more
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Press
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International Women's Day: These Women Are Reshaping Montreal's Restaurant Industry
Montréal en Lumière: When the City Shines Through Its Flavors
Eating Local in Montreal: Our Top Picks Committed to Serving Quebec Foods
Gastronomy and Black History Month: The Restaurateurs Bringing Montreal to Life
Le Virunga: l'un des trop rares restaurants africains à Montréal
Behind The Scenes: Le Virunga (article en anglais)
Events Nearby
The Lauriers de la Gastronomie Québécoise 2026
May 4, 2026
Montréal en Lumière 2026
Feb 27, 2026 to Mar 7, 2026
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Superbe Expérience
Le service était courtois, la bouffe sublime ( je recommande à tout le monde la queue de boeuf)
& les accords de vin suggérés excellents
Nous allons revenir c'est certain
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Super bon & belle ambiance ❤️ nous avons pu fêter nos 5 ans d'amour de façon originale & différente. Service A1 merci beaucoup on a beaucoup aimer notre expérience
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Nous avons très, très bien mangé. La chèvre était très tendre, la queue de boeuf superbement assaisonnée. Le service était très accueillant. Je recommande fortement!
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Excellent service & food with a great spin on Quebec meets pan African cuisine.
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Excellent food & service . Would definitively recommend it
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Beautiful small restaurant! The flavors were really different & delicious. You get to try not so common ingredients in beautifully inspired dishes. We will definitely put it on our list of favorites neighborhood restaurants.
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Never disappoints! Plates are full of flavor, great service, elegant atmosphere!
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We came from Ottawa specifically to try it for ourselves. It was a wonderfully tasty meal, great atmosphere & well worth it.
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Excellent atmosphere. The food is delicious. African ingredients with a twist.
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Très belle soirée hier soir du restaurant Le Virunga! J'ai découvert l'endroit grâce à l'émission « Pendant ce temps »... & ça ne m'a pas déçu! Zora était très attentionnée, la nourriture était savoureuse & le service impeccable! Je recommande!
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Tout simplement extraordinaire autant le service & la nourriture
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Excellent resto avec un tres beau decor & un personnel tres avenant. Je recommande !
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We loved our visit. The food was excellent, & the service was great.