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.
Overall, reviews describe Nili as a cozy, intimate Moroccan-inspired spot with a warm, attentive staff and a thoughtfully curated atmosphere that shines, especially for special occasions like Valentine's Day; the menu features flavorful, beautifully plated dishes such as pastilla and a standout couscous, with many praising the depth of flavor, the balance of spices, and good value for the quality. The drinks and dessert programs are frequently highlighted, with well balanced cocktails and desserts like panna cotta, though a few notes mention heavy desserts or occasional service pacing issues during busy nights. The consensus is that the food is delicious, the vibe is charming and inviting, and when the service runs smoothly, Nili feels like a memorable, high quality go-to in the neighborhood that guests are eager to return to.
This place blew us away! The staff were so warm & welcoming, the service was amazing & the food was absolutely incredible. The atmosphere is intimate & cozy & you just feel so comfortable in there. We ordered the hummus, focaccia with tapenade, mozzarella, tomato, pesto, the chicken satay & the star of the show was the Moroccan couscous with merguez sausage. I will think about this meal for a long time!
May 31, 2025
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Plutôt déçue en général. C'est presque bien, mais il manque une touche de magie... L'assise au bar ne va pas du tout. On ne peut pas bien s'y installer, les sièges sont vissés au sol & pour ma part beaucoup trop loin du comptoir - il me fallait manger sur le bout du siège, j'étais très mal & ne pouvais pas m'adosser.
On a pris une salade d'épinards à 17$ en entrée : avec 4 cubes de pomme & 4 cubes de betteraves sans goût (visiblement des betteraves sous vide déjà cuites...). Ça nous a inquiété pour la suite... Hors les plats principaux étaient assez bons! On a pris des boulettes de poissons & la pastilla.
Ensuite on a pris des desserts, & là, ouf, grosse déception. Ça manquait vraiment de raffinement, c'était lourd & on ne les a pas terminés. Le miel dans le msmen ne goûtait pas bon & c'est le parfum principal de ce dessert... c'était à mon palais un miel cheap, je mange assez régulièrement des desserts de ce genre & celui-là a mal conclu notre soirée.
Le vin était quant à lui correct, & les cocktails valent le détour!
De notre côté le service a été bon, rien à redire.
Donc il y a du bon, mais quand on paye presque 250$ à deux on espère être plus contents que ça & avoir un bon souvenir.
Le personnel était très gentil & ils ont su nous accommoder au bar en attendant notre table! On a eu beaucoup de plaisir, la nourriture était très bonne, authentique & surtout on a eu du fun!
Food was to die for, service was impeccable, atmosphere was great. We went in as a group of six & everything we ordered was beyond pleasing, staff were helpful & incredibly accommodating, beautiful place. Also had a glowing camel in the washroom which definitely made my day.
It is very simple but delicious food.
The sandwich was very tender. The baguette is super well.
The couscous is also very different from other places.
The presentation of foods were very good.
Très déçue du couscous…sans légumes…& trop peu de sauce verte, c'était sec & servi avec du pain !? Le cocktail bon mais trop de glaçons. Prix élevés pour ça ! Servie ok
May 3, 2025
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We wandered in at a short notice, sat at the bar, & were treated to a fantastic evening of excellent food & hospitality. Chef Michael greets guests & runs his oven from behind the bar. Get him chatting about food. His enthusiasm is a blast.
Un des meilleurs restaurant que j'ai pu faire à Montréal.
Boulette de Merlan, couscous, cocktails & tarte banane, tout était délicieux & très bon service.
Bravo à toute l'équipe!
Mar 24, 2025
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