We enjoyed an amazing late dinner here. Service was impeccable from the time we entered the…read morerestaurant to when we left. Food and drinks were also over the top. The room was lovely. Quiet enough for us to have conversations during the meal but not too quiet. Definitely recommend.

We visited Henri Brasserie Française on a Sunday night for our last meal in Montreal, not really…read moreknowing what to expect--and it ended up being one of the highlights of the trip. The restaurant itself is absolutely stunning. The space is elegant, warm, and romantic, with a beautiful atmosphere that makes you want to linger. It wasn't too busy (likely because it was Sunday), but that only made it feel more intimate. For appetizers, my friends ordered the French onion soup and escargot. The soup was flavorful and served piping hot--it stayed that way for over 20 minutes! The escargot isn't usually my thing, but my friends raved about how buttery and delicious it was. For mains, I had the spaghetti aux fruits de mer. It looked incredible when it arrived, and the flavors matched the presentation--fresh, savory, and satisfying. My friends went with the suprême de volaille and the bavette grillée & frites. Judging by their clean plates, they clearly enjoyed every bite. We ended the night by splitting multiple desserts, which was the perfect finish to a memorable meal. Overall, Henri Brasserie exceeded expectations. Between the beautiful setting, attentive service, and dishes that truly delivered, I'd highly recommend it for anyone looking for a romantic dinner or a special night out in Montreal.

A rustic, romantic old-Montreal atmosphere and a welcoming, attentive dinner service with…read moreoutstanding Italian flavors and presentation. The owner, hostess and wait staff were so friendly and gracious, and this feels like an authentic neighborhood restaurant, not a tourist trap. If you're staying in old-Montreal, you can't go wrong with an intimate dinner here, either inside or outside on their outdoor sidewalk patio. Order Breakdown Starters: Ceviche ($16): Marinated scallops with ginger, sesame, and seaweed. A light, acidic, bright start to open up the palate. (This dish was delicate and texturally well-balanced, with a simple yet beautiful presentation.) Polpetta di Nonna Maria ($18): Two of grandma's veal meatballs simmered in tomato sauce with Parmigiano. Rich, savory, and perfect for dipping any table bread. (Classic Italian comfort food. The marinara was perfectly seasoned and the appropriately sized meatballs were soft and flavorful. The bread was warm and soft with a delicious crust, the perfect vehicle for the extra sauce.) Mains: Orrecchietti con Salsiccia e Rapini ($30): Classic short pasta paired with savory Italian sausage, bitter rapini greens, garlic, olive oil, and parmesan. Very traditional, rustic, and full of flavor. (The pasta and sausage and butter greens were cooked perfectly, and the greens provided the acid to offset the richness of the olive oil and sausage. Dusted with fresh Parmesan, the savory profile was near perfect.) Insalata di Tonno ($32): Seared fresh tuna over a bed of spinach with their house sesame dressing. Keeps things fresh and balanced alongside the rich pasta. (This was the standout dish, with delicate tuna slices laid out across a bed of fresh baby spinach, garnished with sweet and tart cherry tomatoes, with a savory sesame sauce drizzled over the top. The sauce was notable since it didn't overwhelm the flavor of the perfectly seared tuna.) Paired with fresh peach Bellini aperitif for my wife. I don't drink, and she drinks sparingly, but she kept mentioning how delicious it was. The dinner was rounded off with a delicious tiramisu presented in a glass dessert cup. Definitely try this place if you want an unpretentious local establishment with a focus on quality.

This is a small Italian restaurant with homemade food. I had a much better food experience here…read morethan the Italian spot I went to for lunch! For starter, I shared polpetta, the veal meatballs (2 for CAD$18). The waiter warned us it would take a bit longer to come out. The meatballs had good seasoning, but it was not hot!? We found it weird that if they took so long to make it, why was it cold inside? For pasta, I had the papardelle con ragu CAD$36. The pasta was al dente, very delicious. I recommend this dish! I also tried the ravioli con manzo CAD$34. This ravioli had braised beef inside. I honestly had low expectations because I don't usually care for ravioli. The flavor was good, and the beef was not dry. Credit card/Apple Pay accepted. Bathroom inside to the right. Indoor + outdoor seating. Passed the vibe check.

A delightful place to discover! Not too rowdy when we got there (around 5vish). Bueaitful…read moreatmosphere, cozy, warm...the sevrers are abposultely amazing. The whole staff seem passionate by this place. Food was yummy and I was able to find something with my many intolerances (I eat vegan and gluten free). Definitely a spot to discover. perfect for a date, business meeting, work diner, etc

Finally got to try this place after years of living nearby and I should've visited earlier! We got…read morethe sharing menu as we were a big group and it's perfect because you get to try a big variety of meals to share and the portions are bigger than you would expect. Everyone was very full after all the food. It's hard to pick a favourite dish because they were all so good. The service is very friendly and they take the time to explain the dishes as you get them and are very attentive. Lots of seating too so this place is absolutely ideal for big groups who wanna share food. If you have someone who has allergies or is vegan/vegetarian however, the tasting menu cannot be changed so that is a bummer. IfThey do have some vegetarian options in the sharing menu but not a lot so keep in mind to check with your group prior to picking this place if the sharing menu works for everyone. You can also definitely order the meals yourself and not go for the group menu but I found the group menu great because we got a taste of everything and we didn't have to worry about not having enough.

Overall: A // 5 stars…read more Compelling restaurant offering modern fare with global inspiration. The food is innovative, exciting, and refreshing. Every dish was excuted to the highest of quality, and the command of service is certainly no less. (Bluefin Tartare: A) - Fresh and light Asian-forward profile on a tuna tartare, with a stunning tapioca chip and a refreshing blend of cucumber and other accompaniments with the tuna. (Octopus: A) - The flavor of this dish is perfectly balanced with a seafood saline coming from the octopus, complemented by the sweetness of the peppers and the acidity of the olives. The octopus is impressively tender and could not be cooked nor seasoned better. The potato component was omitted due to dairy, but the dish is already perfect to me. (Squid Ink Spaghetti: A) - Perfectly cooked pasta being just on the verge of al dente, but still soft enough. The sauce is well made, not being runny and just coated enough to give the pasta and seafood flavor without overpowering. The breacrumbs add a different saline and textural component to the dish pleasantly, which builds on the lovely sweet and spicy tomato sauce. Food: +2 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

I had a work dinner here recently and thought everything was wonderful. The place is in a old…read morefactory or something so its a bit weird finding the entrance. You have to go through what looks like a closed factory and then enter the restaurant. We had a variety of food and everyone loved their meals. I started with the Mixed local greens salad with pear, sunflower, beets, and sheep cheese. Loved all the toppings on it, flavorful dressing. For my entree, I had the Paccheri pasta with braised lamb ragout, stracciatella, pine nuts, and pecorino. Also very good. Not a huge portion but you don't want that when you eat pasta. And I still could not finish it all. Desserts were shared. Loved the chocolate dessert. So yummy. Overall a really nice meal.

Dorsia was hands down one of the best dining experiences ever. Every single thing we ordered was…read moreincredible, but the oysters absolutely stole the show. They were chef dressed with tequila, lime, and cilantro, and I can confidently say they were the best oysters I've ever had in my life. The flavors were unbelievably fresh, perfectly balanced, and something I'm still thinking about. The bartender said they are dressed to mimic cocktails, and I couldn't stop complementing them. The atmosphere was amazing, the food was next level, and the bartender ended up being my favorite person ever -- unfortunately I didn't get his name, but he completely made the experience. Super personable, fun, and clearly passionate about what he does. If you're in Montreal, Dorsia is a must-visit!! (+ thx chat for cleaning up this review)

Overall: B // 4 stars…read more Upscale Michelin Guide restaurant featuring a two course lunch set menu, which I was surprised as there were a lot of items they ran out of midweek midday during a nonempty and nonfull service. The restaurant had a comforting ambience with good service, and the food is generally tasty, and I think I just sampled a point that is a standard deviation below the mean. (Beef Tartare: B) - Classic beef tartare mixture with fresh beef and acidic flavor bombs multiple ways. The sunflower seed rice chips are a subtle yet fascinating addition to the classic dish. I do think the presentation is rather dated though. (Pomodoro Pasta: C) - This is my mistake for misunderstanding, but I did not realize the duck pasta substitute without dairy would be a pomodoro sauce with nothing else in the dish. This is a classic tomato sauce with al dente pasta, black pepper, and nothing more, of which I found to be quite barren. Food: +1 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: +1 Menu: E Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Really superb Italian cuisine with quirky interior. Staff was very good. Chef came out to make…read moresure we liked our meal. This a great place for a meal. Highly recommended

Cute place, has a courtyard if you want to sit outside. I got the mocktail of the day, so nice to…read morefeel included. The server was so nice. The food came quickly. I got the Ravioli all's Parmagiana. Yes bread came first. Only sad the singing chef wasn't here

This is a curious place. In a nutshell, excellent eats, but quite rough off the plates. I'll…read morestart with the maitre'd/host, who was sufficiently surly that you might actually mistake him for being a French caricature out of central casting. Our seating was really great, nice and spacious. Our server was simply... the best. She was attentive, gave us excellent recos -- we elected for a smattering of shareable à la carte small plates rather than the three course tasting menu (there seemed to be so much overlap between the two menus anyway, so we elected for the flexibility of à la carte). The boudin with small prawns was fantastic -- the boudin itself held up in flavor yet was delicate in texture. Excellent burrata that came dressed with really fresh accompaniments and mad points for the rustic bread that came nicely toasted. The octopus was generous enough for four of us to have a good taste and move on -- it came with a lovely red sauce that I wanted to mop up with bread. The tuna tartare was brilliant, the french fries that came with it seemed a tad unconventional. And a big win for the lobster risotto, absolute perfection. I wish I could remember the names of the cocktails we ordered but suffice to say, they were all delicious, never harsh in any way. So one thing I wanted to point out was how this one server -- not our main server who was, again, THE BEST -- kept clearing out plates in the middle of eating. Literally, we're in the middle of enjoying a dish and he'd just swoop in, swipe our plates, and dash off. WTF is that about. This lack of awareness definitely took points off an otherwise rather enjoyable meal. Just watch out for the surly host at the front of house and be prepared to fan off the guy trying to take your plate and you just may have yourself a delightful meal here!

We throughly enjoyed Chez Victoire. It was the waiter who made the difference. Very professional…read more Recommended cocktails and wine. The young woman who actually brought the dishes to the table explained each one as she delivered it. We started with a tomato salad with a kind of whipped burrata. Then wonderful grilled octopus. We finished with magret de canard (duck breast) -- prepared medium rare but not as tasty as I would have hoped.

Superb meal and service. You can tell the care that goes into each course. Amazing mix of…read moreflavors. It's a nice splurge-treat yourself.

Went here for a birthday dinner while in Montreal. Had a late reservation, 930p, but we were seated…read moreright away and the restaurant was full. We started with cocktails, which are designed daily, I believe. This was a nice citrus forward cocktail, very refreshing. Dinner was a seven course pre-fixe menu. It started off with a plate where you basically craft your own mini sandwiches, and they were delicious. Second course was a scallop dish, with the scallops having a nice sear on them. This dish was a tartare with crispy nori blending different textures perfectly. The fourth dish was a vegetable dish with white asparagus. The fifth dish was the main entre course: duck with a foie gras sauce. The duck had a lot of connective tissue, which was unfortunate, but with the foie gras sauce, it was very good. The sixth dish was a pre-dessert dessert, while the seventh, and final dish, was a coconut ice cream with chocolate and blueberries. Very nice. Overall, a great experience. Staff was friendly and chatty, food was excellent outside of the connective tissue on the duck. The one downside was the meal took four hours to get through, which was very long. Not sure if every service takes that long, but overall a great experience.