Had a wonderful meal here. Linguini Alfredo with Chicken and Bacon. Served with a glass of house…read morered wine I couldn't have been more pleased and all for $26ca.

While this is still Fresh Juice in my mind, let's get this one down…read more I've been here maybe 3 or 4 times over the years and each visit just leaves something to be desired. (Why it seems I only have 1 actual check-in for it is beyond my understanding, mayhaps it has been so long since my previous visits that I was still a newbie Yelper and thought check-ins were lame*...) My rating is actually 3.5 stars rounded up for just really super sweet service. *Check ins are not lame FYI ... I realized u could win badges, dukedoms and baronies and yes, even kingdoms when u do check in to places. Some places even offer a special Yelper treat (like 10% off or a free shot or 2 for 1 - if they actually honour it is a whole 'nother can of worms) when u check in. Plus it's kool to show a place u r it's regular ;) It's a kyoot lil bistro type set up with terrasse in the summer, a bit cramped-feeling, however nothing overwhelmingly claustrophobic. Slightly too many tables for the space but necessary due to popularity. What I really dig about this place is the local art work on display, gorgeous photographs framed and hanging from the walls may make you want to hover over stranger's tables to get a good look. There are 2 bathrooms which seem to serve the space appropriately, but make sure you knock! For some reason patrons here enjoy using the facilities with the door unlocked which caused a couple of embarassing moments for my friend when both bathrooms were occupied, yet not locked. Because it has been so long since my previous visits let's stick to yesterday's, which is more or less representative of a typical visit. We were greeted ever so sweetly and they let us choose a nice table near the window for 2. We checked the specials board: a must-do when you come here, nothing interested me, but my friend ordered the Frittata Special. I chose the Hummus entrée with veggies and pita because my appetite has been fairly absent these days. Our waiter was quite generous and offered me to have the coffee included in my friend's frittata special (because she only wanted the OJ included). The coffee was never refilled, but I couldn't complain really 'cuz I didn't hafta pay for it in the first place. My hummus entrée was quite generous in portion actually, thankfully because at 9$ it damn well better be. There were lotsa veggies on the plate too which I highly appreciated. The pita was ok nothing special, there was plenty of it, but I ended up eating more veggies than pita. The hummus, homemade if I understood correctly, is absolutely delicious, different from most hummus yet still very much enjoyable. The cucumber and peppers seemed a bit on the precut-or-about-to-go-bad variety imo, my friend said they were fine, but they were slightly too slimey to be fresh cut and/or fresh produce, I felt. Also they chopped these huge wedges of carrot which I didn't touch because they were way too thick to be tempting. Carrot sticks or baby carrots would be a better option. I remove a 1/2 star for this aspect of questionable freshness and oddly chosen cut of carrot. The rest of the menu didn't really interest me in the sense that I wouldn't willingly pay those prices for those menu items. There were very limited options under 10$ and all in the entrée section (so if you're not too hungry don't come here 'cuz there's not many affordable munchie type items). Lotsa sweet brunch options (pancakes crepes etc), not much in terms of bacon and eggs type stuff, if that's what you're looking for this isn't the place. So pricing and choices is where I remove a whole star. This is a place I don't mind going every once in awhile because service is great and the food tastes good, but the questionable freshness with those prices makes it so I don't want to come often and can't understand why people make this a regular choice when there are better, cheaper choices very nearby. I must add that I don't have much of a sweet tooth (and especially not for breakfast) so this brunch option may be more tantalizing for those who do.

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.

Our favorite meal in Montreal! It's the sister restaurant to Joe Beef (which we also went to), but…read morethe vibe is completely different. The inside is so spacious with a loft feel. There are huge windows on one side letting in a lot of light. It seems like a great place to have a large group dinner or event there. We ordered the deviled brussel sprouts, bomba schnitzel, and chicken alexandre for lunch. We also ended up getting a cookie and donut from their pastry counter afterwards. It was a ton of food, but I wish I had room to try more things. The brussel sprouts were some of the best brussels I've ever had. There was so much flavor packed in there. I could have done without the blue cheese, but I still loved it. I usually wouldn't order rotisserie chicken at a restaurant, but this was cooked perfectly. It was so juicy and tender. The schnitzel was amazing too. Overall, it just really felt like simple food and ingredients done well. I was very impressed. I would love to go back here again. This was such a satisfying meal, and a great way to end our trip.

Perfectly decent traditional breakfast and brunch spot. It doesn't have the ridiculous breakfast…read moreitems trendier and more hipsterish joints offer lately like duck confit poutine or red velvet waffles with blood orange mousse, and really, you really don't need that stuff. What you'll get here are the classics, poached eggs, omelettes, bacon, sausage, eggs Benedict, bagels, home fries, pancakes, baked beans, waffles, fruit, toast. And the dozens of combinations those items can make. The most hipsterish ingredients and dishes I saw on the menu were items like portobello mushrooms and Meat Lovers poutine and Vegetarian Poutine. The Meat Lovers poutine is a mound of home fries potatoes with green onions, bacon, ham, scrambled eggs, melted mozzarella cheese, covered with hollandaise sauce, and a poached egg on top. Insane. What really bowled me over was the service. The waitresses I had were super nice, welcoming and really aim to please. Sometimes, it's just best to leave the classics alone and having places in the hood that are as basic, decent and classic as the dishes they serve. Really reasonable prices.

This place is okay for the price but still doesn't beat chez Jackie for greasy cheap breakfasts in…read moremy opinion. I also I only ever get the same two meals from this location so I haven't tried the a lot of the menu but it's alright. Potatoes are very oniony and overwhelming I find and the eggs Benedict's taste kinda cheap and barely any sauce.

What a special place this is!!! Located on the Lachine Canal (please correct me if that's…read moreincorrect) this popular local eatery has people lined up for Sunday breakfast. We didn't have to wait long to be seated near the back by an open (but screened-in) area, right by the "window" overlooking the canal. We ordered our coffee and put in order while watching streams of people come and go. There was such a huge selection of fabulous, mouth-watering items on the menu that ranged from crèpes to french toast and sandwiches that it was difficult to choose. I had Le Brise, comprised of french toast, loads of sweet, crispy and fresh fruit in season and custard sauce. Québec Maple syrup was brought to the table, just in case we didn't have enough sweetness. My friend had the scrambled eggs, toast, home fried potatoes & baked beans. The ambience was light and service was quick between servers setting up for a large party behind us and another party in front of us, and the two teenagers beside us who received a lot of attention from the younger server. Next time I'm in town, I will come back, especially since we got to take a walk along the canal over to the beach where some bathers were taking advantage of the glorious weather.

We had been here for brunch once before and decided to try their Italian dinner menu. We went last…read morenight with friends. They had a complete dinner menu with soup, salad and dessert for $41. I had the scallops and risotto, my friend had the veal Marsala And my partner had mussels. Everything was delicious and to top it off the dessert included four delicious choices or cappuccino. They also have a standard menu with many choices. We sat on the patio overlooking the lake and since it was cool, they had the patio covered with heavy plastic and heaters. I highly recommend Crescendo.

We were passing through Quebec and my wife saw this gem in instagram. We waited patiently for there…read morewas a line when we got there. It was definitely worth the wait. The owner/chef Nick, took our orders and the food was magnificent. My wife had one of the fluffiest Pancakes. I had the Bagel and Lox. One of us also tried the Tuna Melt - delicious (which I believed was taken out of the current menu). Their coffee was also good and memorable because of the different types of mugs they used to serve with. Great comforting food, cozy little spot and truly a neighborhood treasure. If I lived here, I would be here every week. We also bought some sweaters and shirts. Oh! And don't forget to add Millmans Spotify playlist! We had a wonderful morning that day! We hope that we can visit there again.

Great new breakfast/brunch/snack bar diner in Verdun on Wellington. Just serves the classics unlike…read morethe trendier, hipster-run breakfast places which have annoyingly taken over Verdun. I just had the breakfast plate which came with 2 super thick slices of bacon (steakon) , 2 eggs any style, home fries and 2 slices of toasted thick sourdough bread. That in itself was filling. They really take their diner credentials seriously. They served my tea in a Fireking Jadeite cup and saucer straight out of the1950's. I know because ever since Martha Stewart started collecting the stuff, finding Fireking Jadeite pieces now is very difficult and prices have shot through the roof. The chrome fan, milkshake maker, chrome details around the bar, black and white photos of old Verdun and hanging plants also add to the retro vibe. Service was friendly and quick. They also give you a 15% discount if you go between 8-10am.

Small, but mighty selection of bagels during our visit. They offer a cozy, cute coffee station for…read morea cup onsite, as well as indoor and outdoor seating (great when the weather allows!). Street parking only. Quick and friendly service.

Trés bon restaurant pour le déjeuner, les bagels sont frais et l'ambiance est superbe…read more Si vous voulez faire changement des restos de déjeuner je vous suggère d'aller faire un tour au Bagel St-Lo. Il n'y a pas de service , c'est à dire vous commandez au comptoir, alller prendre un café filtre vous même, puis un employé va vous portez votre commande à votre table. Mais les sandwichs/Bagels sont très frais, et l'ambiance est bonne. C'est peut-être un peu plus cher que Tim Horton mais c'est trés bien comme restaurant. Excellent restaurant for breakfast, the bagels are fresh and vibe is cool! if you want some change from breakfast chains i suggest you try the Bagel St-Lo. There's no service, you order on the comptoir, you take a filter coffee then get seated, and an employé will bring your order on the table. The bagels are excellents and ambiance is nice. Maybe it's more expensive than Tim Horton but it's nice.

Went here just to grab an iced tea but found out that all the pastries on display are vegan! Tried…read morea chocolatine and it was excellent. I wish I didn't live 2000 miles away

I am so charmed by this wonderful cafe…read more In terms of food, we had: pastries, coffee, smoothie, salad, and a kids faux chicken nugget meal. The toy included with the kid's meal was a sweet touch. All non-dairy milks were included in the price as well, love that. Everything was tasty and affordable. The service was impeccable. Bilingual, friendly, and patient. A real contrast to the cold shoulder we got at Cafe Nevé in the Plateau. My three year old had a great time playing with the toys downstairs. The play lounge is thoughtfully arranged so child-minders can sit, eat, and converse alongside their charges. I will say some of the seating could do with a good cleaning though. Even the other patrons were friendly; we had two positive interactions downstairs. If you're looking for a place that is welcoming to your kids instead of looking at them disdainfully, this is it!

Amazing Food, great service, everything that we look for in a brunch spot!…read more Very eclectic modern art decor inside, lots of fun things to check out. Our first visit was with family friends and they easily accommodated our large party, and everyone was very sweet with our gaggle of little ones. This visit we had couple French toasts orders and I had the shakshuka. Absolutely recommend! Drinks were also great! If you're looking for brunch, don't miss out!

I had read reviews about lines out the door but we were there late lunch so no wait! Parking was a…read morelittle scarce but that's not their fault. Absolutely amazing food! Can't wait to go again to try something different. Great vibes, good service and big portions. If we could take food across the border we would have!

Fantastic place! Janique was also super attentive and friendly!…read moreWe had : Chic croissant - I have never had pulled ham and it was sooooo tasty and soft - everything was fresh with exquisite flavors! Gros jambon - the texture of the ham was smooth and buttery Ouef & bouef - the sauce was fantastic and caramelized onions were delicious Loved the experience!

I went back to Janine Café this morning for a birthday brunch with a good friend. We got there…read morerelatively early (just after 09:30) because we know how busy it can be. As usual, the food was excellent. She ordered the Sucré et Salé, and it looked absolutely decadent. She had two slices of "pain perdu" and cleaned her plate. Yum! I had the Champi. Even though cheese doesn't agree with me, I am always willing to accept the consequences because the mushrooms, cheese, and sweet bell pepper coulis are absolutely delicious. We both ordered oat milk lattes which were beautifully served at the perfect temperature. The waitstaff was excellent as always. The only fly in the otherwise perfect soup, was the maître d who rudely shooed us from our table. At about 11:20, he told us that he had allowed us to stay for nearly three hours when really, two hours was the standard time a table could reasonably be held for any guests. In our rush to not cause anyone any trouble, we gathered our things and prepared to leave. It was then that I looked at my watch and realized that we hadn't even been there for two hours! In fact, I had time to leave Verdun, drive to Mile-End, do my grocery shopping and get home before my 3-hour meter even expired. It's unfortunate because we were having a lovely time until we were unceremoniously asked to leave. I'll still go back because the food is delicious. However, I will make sure to keep an eye on the time.

We went out of our way to try Olive + Gourmando, based on reviews and friends' recommendations…read more Some of the portions seem small (Sconewich), but very filling. I couldn't finish the Egg on Your Face, so I had the rest for lunch (it was almost as good cold!). But it was DELICIOUS. Everything was really tasty and the croissants are so flaky. Service is fast - but you can tell some of the items are freshly made (like the French toast and panini). The atmosphere is adorable & quaint. Seating is a bit crowded, but that makes it charming.

Stopped by Olive + Gourmando after strolling Old Montreal. The restaurant has a nice cozy…read moreatmosphere with some character with their decor and layout. The restaurant didn't provide a high chair for our baby, which was a bit disappointing. The service was good with our waitress checking with us to order and being prompt and attentive. Here is what we ordered: Grilled Cheese O+G (8/10) - the bread with the grilled cheese and caramelized onions were cooked well. The homemade ketchup had a sweet taste to it and was brought out a little colder than room temperature. I probably would have preferred the ketchup/tomato sauce to be a bit warmer. The Chicken Melt (8/10) - this sandwich was pretty big. It had grilled chicken in a creamy sauce, some Cole slaw (actually a lot of Cole slaw) and some dill pickles. The sandwich was a bit messy to eat and I think it had a little too much Cole slaw, but it was a good sandwich, nonetheless. Overall, I good experience with a few suggestions in my review that I think would have made it really great.