Neighbourhood Moroccan/French eatery and hangout. Fresh cocktails and wine. The unmistakable, colorful, bold, vintage vibe, as well as the community are our inspirations at Nili.
Nili is widely praised for flavorful Moroccan and French-Moroccan fusion dishes, with the couscous and the pastilla among the standout plates and meals often described as beautifully presented and comforting. The vibe is cozy and intimate, with a stylish, Instagrammable setting and attentive, friendly staff that many reviews call warm and welcoming. Value is generally solid, with prices deemed reasonable for the quality and generous portions, and vegetarian and vegan options noted as a big plus along with tasty drinks and desserts like panna cotta. Some reviews mention occasional service snags, longer waits, or bar seating that is not ideal, and a few dishes or desserts that miss the mark, but the overall sentiment leans positive and many reviewers say they would return. In sum, Nili comes across as a standout choice in Mile End for those seeking lively flavors, charm, and a memorable dining experience.
My partner & I attended their Valentines Day event thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The service was considerate & friendly. The atmosphere was lively & welcoming. We ordered the Pastilla & the Couscous & both were excellent.
Absolutely incredible experience at Nili. My boyfriend & I are visiting from Vermont, & since we both work in food service, going out to eat, especially on Valentine's Day is something we don't take lightly. We really notice the details, & we know Valentine's Day can be a little overwhelming in food service. Nili exceeded every expectation.
The atmosphere was warm, intimate, & thoughtfully curated. It felt romantic without being over-the-top, & even on such a busy night, everything flowed so smoothly.
The food was outstanding. Every dish was beautifully plated, intentional, & packed with flavor. You could truly taste the care behind every component. As people who work in restaurants ourselves, we know how hard it is to execute at that level on a holiday service & the kitchen absolutely delivered.
The drinks were amazing as well balanced, creative, & perfectly paired with the meal. You can tell real thought went into the cocktail program, not just the food.
What truly made the night special were the people. The chef was incredibly kind & genuine, & you could feel the passion behind the food. Our waitress was so warm, attentive, & welcoming she made us feel completely taken care of all evening. Condos to the kitchen staff you guys rocked it! 🙌
Coming from Vermont, we'll definitely be talking about this dinner for a long time. Thank you, Nili, for making our Valentine's dinner so special. We'll absolutely be back next time we're in Montreal. ❤?
Quaint little restaurant, tucked away in the mile end. My friends away were blown away by the flavours of the food, & the very kind hospitality. The couscous is probably on of the best ones I had in a very long time & highly recommend it! The butternut, chickpea & date soup was incredible as well.
Lots of vegetarian / vegan friendly options which is always a big big plus.
Bon restaurant, très cool, avec une ambiance chill. Nos plats étaient succulents! Le bon goût du Maroc, avec une twist créative, des prix raisonnables, & un service excellent. On a adoré & on y retournera.
Dec 7, 2025
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Some of the best food I've had in my entire life. It was absolutely delicious. We had to wait a little bit for our table but the food omg. We got appetizers drinks & mains so everything combined was a lil expensive the price is great for the quality & quantity of food & drinks.
Super resto à découvrir ! La cuisine est savoureuse, bien présentée & à prix raisonnable. On a adoré le couscous marocain, succulent & joliment présenté. Le service est attentionné & rapide, surtout quand ils ont compris que nous devions aller au Théâtre Rialto juste à côté. Première visite très réussie, & nous reviendrons sans hésiter pour goûter les autres plats !
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Cela fait quelques fois que je mange à ce restaurant & à chaque fois j'ai été comblée. Les plats sont savoureux & généreux; probablement le meilleur rapport qualité prix du quartier. Les desserts sont aussi étonnement délicieux, en particulier la tarte aux bananes. Le service est attentionné; j'y vais avec ma fille de 3 ans & il y toujours de petites attentions à son endroit.
A beautiful place to come & enjoy a delicacy, the staff & especially the owner has a wonderful charm. He is caring & will ensure that your table has everything it needs & offers a tasteful sense of friendship as he serves your table.
Absolutely love this place, it's a real gem. One of my favorite spots in the city to relax & enjoy a good meal. The atmosphere is calm, the staff is genuinely kind, & as for the Panna Cotta… let's just say I come back once a week for it!
Such a great little place! The Moroccan orange salad was refreshing, spicy, & full of flavour. I love Maghreb cuisine & the couscous was outstanding with a lovely modern twist & cool plating. The service was super friendly, & I enjoyed every moment from start to finish.
