Came for brunch. A must-visit when in mtl! Great service, yummy food! Make sure to book reso in…read moreadvance!

Incredible. A reminder to myself to go back every time I'm in Montreal, if only for that decadent…read moreperfection of a burger. A wonderful warm, inviting date spot with top notch service. Kudos to this team.

Stayed at the attached Sofitel Hotel, so had breakfast here each morning. It's a very…read moreelegant/sophisticated vibe on the inside but the staff is very nice without any pretention you might fear come along with the decor. Their continental breakfast was so good we didn't bother ordering anything off the regular menu. Each breakfast came with a pastry of choice, and I got the (very large but delicious) croissant. There was also a yogurt parfait with berries and granola that was a perfect compliment to the carbs of my croissant. I didn't really get my coffee refilled so I'm not sure if that's all you get, but it was still a lovely coffee and I enjoyed dining here. They also have a really lovely outdoor patio that we finally got a moment to visit. I would have come for the patio alone, it was so lovely and everything I needed on a warm summer afternoon. Sometimes it took awhile for our server to come out and check on us, but we had the time so it didn't really matter. He was super nice and knowledgeable about the menu.

A delightful breakfast on a weekday morning!…read more We were lucky enough that Renoir opened as early as 7 AM and so seeing the glowing reviews, we had to stop by. The first thing I noticed right off the bat was the beautiful layout of the restaurant. They had plenty of seating, and I love that there was a variety from booth to traditional tables to couches! This restaurant was truly elegant. For someone who always gets overwhelmed with choices, I really appreciated that their breakfast menu was straight to the point, and while there were still many offerings, it was succinct. Our table started off with some juices and coffee - I decided on the grapefruit juice, but I really wish I had tried the orange juice because it was definitely freshly squeeze and I was told that it was so sweet and delicious! The grapefruit juice was good too, but I forgotten how bitter grapefruit can be :,) for my entrée I got the eggs Benedict with a side of potatoes, and this was cooked to perfection. The eggs Benedict still had that runny yolk with a savory hollandaise sauce while the potatoes were one of best breakfast potatoes I've ever had. The flavor was Herby and potato was firm enough to still have that crispy exterior but soft enough that I could break the potato in half with my fork. Another thing I have to brave about this restaurant was the service. Our waiter was so kind and funny and he was always coming back to attend to us and make sure that we had everything we needed. Really love this place and hopefully I can come back again for breakfast in Montreal!

Stopped by to get a quick coffee. Went for a moyen café au lait. Good coffee. Pretty standard one…read morewhich works. The staff was nice and friendly. Good amount of space to work and have some coffee + food. There's street parking outside although it can be challenging to find one near the cafe. Would love to try it again.

Apparently Mom and Dad have been coming to Le Cartet for years. Without me. I'm trying not to dwell…read moreon that. They actually discovered one of their favorite local artists, James Kennedy, through the incredible metal cut-out artwork inside the restaurant. So Le Cartet has always been one of those special Montreal places they like returning to. This visit, however, included an important upgrade: Me. Since I was in attendance, we sat outside on their good-sized street patio, surrounded by big flower boxes. It's a great spot to watch the neighborhood go by while having brunch. Unfortunately, the flowers also appear to have excellent Yelp reviews among the local bee population. The bees were VERY enthusiastic. Mom ordered the pulled-pork Benedict, which came with two poached eggs piled over a generous amount of pulled pork, along with roasted potatoes and a little bowl of fresh fruit. She also ordered a latte with very pretty latte art. Dad's breakfast arrived in an entire cast-iron skillet containing scrambled eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, roasted potatoes and toast. I would like the record to show that there were multiple forms of meat within inches of me. For my own safety -- from the bees, allegedly -- I remained tucked inside my carrier for most of brunch. Was this protection? Or was this an elaborate strategy to keep me away from Dad's bacon and sausages? The investigation remains open. The food looked fantastic, the patio was lovely, and Mom and Dad were very happy to be back at one of their longtime Montreal favorites. As for me, I enjoyed the people watching, avoided an international incident with the bees, and added another Montreal brunch establishment to my professional portfolio. Dogba's verdict: 3 paws out of 5. Flower-lined street patio: lovely People watching: excellent Dad's skillet: borderline excessive Number of meats within sniffing distance: concerning Mom's pulled-pork Benedict: big success Mom's latte art: very fancy Bee attendance: enthusiastic Carrier accommodations: secure Dogba's brunch supervision: impeccable Would I return? Absolutely. Mom and Dad already have years of evidence supporting this decision. I would simply request that next time we visit, the bees make other brunch plans -- and Dad's bacon-sharing policy undergo a formal review.

Thanks Lena and Emile…read more Great time...awesome mixes. Great food and atmosphere. Even in the rain. See you next time

I must say that I was a bit disappointed in my dining experience. The view was unremarkable. Yes…read morewe saw the river but it was obscured by ugly rooftops and their air conditioning units. As for the food, the ceviche was tasty but not what i expected. I prefer a more traditional style. The lobster roll was Ok but overpriced and overloaded with mayonnaise as you can see from the photo. Service was OK. Given the unimpressive views and the overpriced food I think you could do much better elsewhere. Maybe I'm spoiled by NYC terraces. One last note...their website describes a dress code however practically everyone was in jeans and sneakers.

Though the area that McKiernan is in is a tad sketchy, the restaurant was extremely clean with…read moregreat service and food! I found the menu to be a bit small, but I enjoyed the food that I had and it wasn't a bad price. I think the vibe they have as a restaurant is really unique as it seems like the building used to be a factory. Lots of barrels around and wooden poles, chairs, and tables giving the place an overall mildly rustic feel. Bonus points for plaid, reusable napkins that added to the charm.

The food looks better than it tasted…read more The schnitzel was huge and caught my eye but it was a tad dry and bland for my liking. The beet salad was refreshing and bright paired with the schnitzel. The honey garlic ribs was also dry, my jaws had a workout. We got the lemon glazed donut to go and that was nice and fluffy, not too sweet.

This was my second visit to L'Avenue Mont-Royal. This place is already in my "Top 10" Collection;…read moreif I were actually ranking those places, L'Avenue would certainly move up in the standings after visit #2. That was due in part to some new breakfast options since last time, which I'll file under "Ridiculously decadent and delicious." This time, for me, that was their "Indecisive" breakfast option including the Dubai Chocolate French Toast. Since my last visit, I've also switched from coffee to tea, and my order included English Breakfast. I was wondering why it took so long to arrive, my thought was, "It's just hot water and a tea bag." Bzzzt, wrong! I was actually brought a heavy duty porcelain teapot with the English Breakfast leaves steeping, and they did not deliver it until it was ready. Well done!! For me, no trip to Montreal is complete without a visit to at least one L'Avenue restaurant (yes there are more!)

The food was delicious The service was fast…read moreThe waiters were kind Ambiance (noise) was balanced and clean! Nothing else to add!

Great ambiance at this location. Visited on a Sunday evening and there was a dee jay playing. It…read morewas what many would call loud but wasn't so loud you couldn't have a conversation. Food was good. Service was slow to arrive and greet the table but was efficient throughout the meal.

For the price of admission, you would expect refined dishes, packed with well thought out flavours…read moreand presentations. instead, it's just pedestrian at best, suspect some jar sauce involved for condiments. Had it been half the price I would give it 5 stars. it gets 2 stars here as portions are good and they properly cooked calmari (though are they afraid of the spice rack or something ??), so, a charity point. Terrasse and restaurant itself very comfortable and calm. Service was inconsistent depending on the person involved, either awesome or 'have you seen them lately?'. sadly, will not repeat the experiment. #roomforimprovement

An absolutely perfect dinner spot. We booked this last minute and we were looking for a nice…read morerestaurant for a group of 15 girls for my bachelorette - not an easy feat! Not only were they able to accommodate us, we were given a beautiful table beside the window, which made for such a beautiful background for such an important dinner! The service was obviously impeccable, and the food was unexpectedly spectacular. The menu was exactly what we wanted in Montreal - French food, but not too fancy to comprehend. All of the items ordered appeared to be enjoyed by my guests. The prices were also reasonable, given the prime location and beautiful restaurant - I would say around $50pp before drinks. We shared a couple bottles of lower priced wine which was minimal when the cost was split. Overall, I am so appreciative to Gaspar Brasserie Française for the wonderful dining experience. I would definitely recommend for a special occasion or date night.

My wife and I were tourists in Montreal, and decided to eat here on our first day…read more I ordered the braised beef cheek (which came with risotto, mashed squash and parmesan). My wife ordered their burger. For dessert, we split a Paris Brest. My meal was OUT OF THIS WORLD. I don't know how to find the words that describe how amazing my dish was. The beef - savoury and tender. The risotto - seasoned just right. But again, words don't do it justice. My wife's burger - good. Nothing out of this world. Not a bad burger, but not the best she's ever had, either. Finally, the wait time. Where did they lose points? The food came in a reasonable amount of time (17 mins.), but just waiting for the waitress to take our order took quite a while. But knowing this, if I'm ever in Montreal again, I would DEFINITELY go to this restaurant.