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

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

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Came here yesterday for brunch and almost regretted it. You know when the food is a little too rich that it makes you feel slightly ill? Well that happened to me. Absolutely nothing wrong with the food. I had the smoked salmon eggs Benedict and a side of the fries with Beschemel sauce and truffles and they were great, it's just it was a little too rich for me, that's all. I came in with a group of 6 and other members of our group had the ricotta pancakes, the Ratatouille Eggs Benedict and everyone enjoyed their brunch. It's a pretty small space almost like a cross between a diner and a bistro, elevated casual I guess. Service is brisk and the servers are friendly. I saw that they have a late night menu so maybe at some point, I'll come back to try it out. read more

I had dinner at Foiegwa a few weeks ago when I was on a solo trip to Montreal, and my meal there was a highlight of my trip. The restaurant is gorgeous, and the service was outstanding (I sat at bar, which I love to do for a solo dinner). But the food is what really blew my mind. I ordered from the tasting menu ($49 a person unless you choose an upgrade; I chose a $7 upgrade for my first course). I selected: the foie gras au torchon with spiced onion and red wine jam; the homemade spaghetti with butter and black truffle, 64 degree egg yolk, and Parmesan; and the cereal milk panna cotta with berry jam and banana granola. Every dish was outstanding. Outstanding. I could barely stand by the end of the meal (I felt like I ate enough for 2), but it was worth it. I had some great wine with the meal also! Pretty close to a perfect meal. One of the best I've had this year. I would happily return to Montreal next month and repeat this meal. Just great. read more

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Food was good Service was lovely Ambiance was nice and busy for a Sunday afternoon Will come back read more

A nice spot which offers great value for your meal. So many places here start at $30+ for their mains but there they start at $20 which my pocketbook definitely appreciates. I got the beef tartare (~18$) and the gnocchi (31$) and to me the beef tartare was really the standout. You get a generous portion of meat and fortunately you can get refills of crisps at no extra charge! This being my first experience with tartare I didn't know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised to say the least! The meat did not have any game-y taste or strong beef flavor. Really it just served as a nice vehicle for the sauce and egg. It was not that different from poke or sashimi in my opinion besides the obvious requirement of needing to chew more because of the different texture, but otherwise equally great. The gnocchi had a nice broiled top which punches with flavor and the mushrooms soaked up the sauce nicely. It was a very warm and cozy atmosphere here and gave the place an intimate feel. read more

Foiegwa - Beef tartare served with crisps - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Delightful restaurant! Overall: 4.5/5 Food: 4.5/5 Truffle Pasta - 4.5/5 - I loved the flavours of the pasta and the egg was an awesome touch. Flavourful but not too strong or oily, was just right! Braised Beef - 4.5/5 - one of the softest beets I've ever eaten! It was so tasty and tender and both my friend and I really enjoyed it. Atmosphere - 5/5 loved the quaint look, the restaurant had so much character... wasn't just a typical restaurant. Service: 5/5 - everyone was friendly and helpful! read more

Foiegwa - Truffle scrambled egg - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Trèsjolie resto pour bruncher au carrefour de plusieurs chaleureux cartiers. Un French Diner qui fusionne cuisinne américaine et québécoise en plus de quelques surprises des vieux pays. J' ai commencé avec le spécial du jours un jolie smoothie au fruits frais. J'ai poursuivie avec un de leur classique qui réinvente. Un croissant avec Jambon, oeuf chedard fort et une sauce au trufffe. Le mix des saveur est super. J'ai aussi gouté a l'assiette Foiegwa Slam avec oeuf l, saussice, bacon et un gros pancake au bleuets servie avec crème a l'érable. Tres jolie resto et excellent service chalereux de l'ensemble du staff ! read more

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Got the Caesar salad and foiegwa spaghetti on their dinner special- Caesar was just alright, spaghetti was delicious and al dente but heavy and needed some acidity like tomatoes. My wife had the shrimp cocktail and duck breast dinner special- she said it was the best shrimp cocktail she's ever had and the duck was perfectly cooked with a very complimentary sauce. Beef tartare appetizer was good. Food came out quickly. Service was adequately attentive, she was there when she should have been. Wouldn't recommend any espresso drinks, but their cocktails are delightful. All of their deserts are excellent. Beautiful decor and ambiance, but it felt less relaxed because of how little space they have. I'm sure the space and the quickness is due to how many people they aim to accommodate and their popularity. read more

Thé foie gras is excellent with the crisp toasted brioche and the sweet and tart jam really accentuates it's velvety texture. I got the duck and my friend got the mussels, both very classic and well done. The waitress was very helpful picking wine and cocktails to go with our meals. I'd come here again, it's great food and great value, very down to earth. read more

So my favorite thing here is definitely the cheeseburger. Formerly called the Foie gras burger, they no longer serve Foie gras anymore, they said it was torture to animals which I thought was interesting because they sort of named their restaurant after it . I originally came for this burger and expected it to have the foie gras on it, but this burger was actually incredibly delicious even without it! 5 star item for sure! My second favorite item was the escargot . It was served in shells as is the traditional way, and I loved the garlic butter and crunchy topping forgot what that was, but flavors and textures were definitely popping. Definitely a solid 4.5 star maybe even 5 star escargot. We also had the chicken liver mouse. We both liked it. This was my first time eating it where everything was sort of combined together like that. I've normally spread it on bread and added jelly etc to the bread one by one. But nonetheless it was pretty good. Definitely worth 4 stars! We got a side of the bechamel fries. This was super Earthy notes, but good. 3.5 or 4 star for sure. We enjoyed it, and may or may not try it again next time, but it was nothing to write home about. What also stood out about this place was the service. I didn't even have to complain about anything, they noticed that I didn't like the truffle pasta I ordered so they removed it and gave me a new dish! Great customer service!! I feel like the customer service definitely pushed them from 4 to 5 stars on my review. read more

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We came here after not being able to get a seat at Joe Beef and man am I glad we came here instead. They have all the traditional French classics we like (duck, foie gras, escargot, beef tartare). We came here on our first day in Canada and it was a great reminder of how much we loved French food. If you come in a group, you can try all of them. They're all reasonably priced (at least for someone who pays a premium to eat it in the United States). Restaurant is really nice, good for families or a hot date. Our waitress was super quick and took care of us really well. Love this place. In summary, it's a good restaurant with all the French staples and because it doesn't have the publicity of Joe Beef, it's probably easier to get seated! read more

I'd rate Foiegwa four and a half stars. Awesome brunch spot. We shared the breakfast slam and an order of blueberry pancakes. The slam is the way to go with a little bit of everything. The pancakes are scone like making them unique. I was happy with all the variations of pork and accompaniments on the plate. It was hearty and delicious! A savory and salt breakfast! For drinks, I started with their spill the tea cocktail which was a whiskey and tea based cocktail. After peering at the bar, I found out that they're related to a cocktail and whiskey bar nearby and that some good picks end up here. I ended up choosing the Canadian Club 40. I think the oldest whiskey I had prior to this was a 21 year old, so having the opportunity to try one at 40 was quite cool. It was priced at $34 for an oz. Service was very accommodating and allowed us to lounge around. Lots of folks came dressed nicely yet casually, so I believe it's bit of a fashionista spot. read more

We got a good breakfast here, I really liked the Duck confit eggs benedict Service was alright, but chaotic. We placed orders for two coffees, received one. Ordered a special, a smoothie, which was a surprising $9 for a rather small smoothie. It was good, but not amazing overall. Price was reasonable, and I rather liked the space and decor. I would come back, but I might not make a giant effort for it. read more

I had their salmon gravid lax through the Atwater cocktail club. I'm gluten free. Not out of choice- I really hate it- but My stomach can't keep gluten down, or in my body. They gave me pieces of salmon with roe on top. Good quality of both. But not what I asked for. And no explanation as to why. Gravid lax is naturally gluten free. My family make it every year. It's dill, alcohol and spices. If you're making it w gluten you're making it wrong. So either a) they didn't like my diet and decided to retaliate or B) they didn't like I'm an American visiting Canada and decided to retaliate. And I can't blame them for hating Americans right now. I fully support every single tariff on us products. But also I didn't vote for the fucker, and I'm actively fighting with protest letters everyday, and I'm coming to Canada to boost their economy instead of mine. So maybe there's a separate menu for those kind of Americans? read more

This restaurant was a small stoic center piece of France! Tastefully decorated and very well arranged, even though it is a small dining room. We decided to go here for dinner, and it was the right choice! We made a reservation for 7pm and it was the perfect time to experience the transition from breakfast to evening, while being graciously transported to a fine French dinner experience. We immediately order cocktails and dived into the menu. Hands down one of the best restaurants in Montreal for beef tartare. The Beef Tartare melts in your mouth accompanied by waffle chips. Each dish order had multiple flavors that complemented and added layers of dimension to my surprise. Dessert was also very good! Here is the American coming out of me the burger and fries from the table next to us looked great and it was big enough to share. I did ask my neighbors, and both said excellent! read more

I had the chance to try Foiegwa pancakes however they didn't meet my expectations. The customer dining next to me said, similarly, that his pancakes were under cooked. I love the ambiance and look of the restaurant but certain areas of the restaurant were dusty. Also, the walls were overdue for fresh paint. I believe improvement is needed to ensure a 5 star dining experience. The staff were pleasant and ensured exceptional customer service. read more

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Ambience was great. However the manager was not very accommodating. We came for the after 9pm deal and we ordered two mains. I did not like my main. I had ordered pasta and the dish looked like orzo and did not taste very good. Tasted grassy. I asked the manager if I can switch my dish to one of the other options, my plate was still full. I only had a few bites. She told me since I already ate it she will still charge me for a different dish. I obviously had to taste my dish otherwise how would I know if it's good or not? I asked if she would take it off the bill then as again it was a full plate I only had a few small bites and she said no. Not very accommodating and surprised that if a customer is unhappy with their dinner then they must pay for a new dish or leave unhappy and pay for a dish they didn't like. She should do better. read more

This is the first time we visited Foiegwa and it has become one of my regular go-to places instantly! The cocktails were deliciously inventive, the food was amazing, and the service led by maitre d George and his team was just perfect. The atmosphere, the decorations, and the whole vibe of the place makes everything taste even better and one leaves the place having a wonderfully memorable dinner. Highly recommended! read more

Came here for brunch on a long weekend before the rush! Wait was about 20 minutes (which is great!). The food here is good - above average from your regular brunch spots. Got upsold by our waitress on getting a lobster eggs benedict. It sounded delicious and a must get - however it was our fault that we did not ask for the price of this and just ordered it. It was definitely on the pricey side for this lobster eggs benedict, coming out to being $45 for the dish which was a surprise (and not) for us when the bill came. But again - that's on us haha! Pancakes and home fries were also delicious. read more

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My wife and I had the privilege to dine at Foiegwa and now we cannot stop talking about how amazing it was! Need food was beyond spectacular! The service was top-notch! The ambience was the perfect blend of charming, cozy and hip. The food I gave off five stars while the vibe in the restaurant was more casual. This provided for a very relaxed experience experience while enjoying some of the most incredible French cuisine Montreal has to offer. read more

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Better than the average brunch place. - Chicken waffles was amazing, chicken was crispy and savoury that paired well with the soft fluffy waffles. - Smoked salmon eggs Benedict was average - Spaghetti was amazing, heavy for brunch but something you have to try! - we ordered the Pancakes to share, they were amazing! Heavy, but done so well. - friend ordered the cassolette with duck confit, said it was average, nothing special. Could skip and get something else instead. The place is on the cozy side, prepare for a wait if you come during peak hours. Definitely a spot to try in Montreal! read more

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This place has been on my list for years and it was worth the wait!! Arrived as a party of 6 on a Monday for brunch, surprisingly got seated right away! Any other day, I would expect a wait. All the food was great, very flavourful and good portions. The only thing disappointing were the drinks, we ordered a matcha latte and an orange juice. The matcha in the latte was absent, it was just milk. The orange juice was stated to be freshly squeezed, though I'm certain it was not. Other people in my party tried it and said the same, you can generally tell by the taste and texture of freshly squeezed oj. The interior is small but very cute! However, like someone else has mentioned in the reviews, the bathroom was quite dirty... read more

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My time in Montreal was winding down and I needed to try some signature Montreal dishes before leaving. I had the escargot and salmon tartar. After trying escargot for the second time in my life I have come to the conclusion that I'm not a fan. But if you like escargot or want to give it a try you can't go wrong with this place. The salmon tartar on the other hand was delicious. I could eat it every day. The layout is intimate so I suggest making a reservation. I sat at the bar and the bartender provided great service. read more

Foiegwa - Salmon tartar - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Come here and make sure Annie is your waitress and order everything on the menu because it's all so outrageously fire. I do the eggs Benedict with spinach and goat cheese, add mushrooms, and on the hash brown instead of English muffin re gluten free. Salmon fumé is also incredible and gluten free. Home run order right there. When not gluten free, order the chicken and waffles and pancakes for sure. All the drinks are bomb too - went with the smoothie today but bloody Cesar is a no brainer. Everything here is incredible and the staff is amazing. SHOUTOUT! All love read more

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Had a lovely brunch here with my husband & a friend. The place is super cute & cozy, the waiter was great, and the food was delicious! We had a special dish, eggs benedict with pork, and was exceptional. We got there super early bc we were told it gets super crowded & people line up. I can now see why! I HIGHLY recommend! read more

This restaurant stole the show! Hands down the best meal of our entire trip to Montreal. We decided to go here for dinner and it was the right choice! We made a reservation for 7pm and it was the perfect time to experience the transition from daily to night time, while being transported to a French dinner experience. The place was tastefully decorated and very well arranged, even though it is a small dinning room. We immediately order cocktails and dived into the menu. We decided to share with everyone, the Beef Tartare, Oysters and Crispy Potatoe Rosti. All very very good, very fresh and well prepared. The Beef Tartare melts in your mouth accompanied by waffle chips. Oysters were fresh, small (this is a good thing in our opinion, makes for the best oysters) and came with all the fixings. Crispy Potatoe Rosti was a pleasant surprise, who knew something so simple could be elevated with crème fraîche and caviar so well. For our main course Greg had the Gnocchi duck confit and smoked duck breast, which was so freaking good! Gnocchi and duck?! Tasted sooo delicious, PERFECTION! And I had the Chicken and Matane Shrimp Vol-au-vent, never had a pastry mixed with chicken and seafood and let me tell you is all cooked on a lobster gravy that was finger licking good, I cleaned the plate! That dish inspired me to learn how to make anything vol-au-vent. After all everything goes better with a flaky pastry. For dessert we had the decadent and rich Mousse au Chocolat which was so fresh, it almost felt like made to order and accompanied by these almond snaps that was the perfect dipping companion to such goodness. Drinks were spot on all throughout the dinning experience. Let's me just add... They know how to make a great extra dirty gin martini!!! Atmosphere was giving a very intimate, upscale and inviting vibe. While being in an elevated version of an authentic French dinner. As an art director myself; loved seeing the use of caricatures so tastefully styled and displayed, made my designer heart very happy to see. Great place for an intimate dinner for an special occasion or a night out with a few friends! We loved it so much, we can't wait to send our friends and family here when they visit Montreal. A hidden-gem!!! read more

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Refused service for having a baby Went to try and eat for brunch (restaurant was empty) and were refused entry by the very rude manager because we had a sleeping three month old, inventing rules that her permit did not allow a breastfeeding infant from being on the premises because they serve alcohol! Went across the street to l'avenue where we had mimosas and were treated very well read more

A good spot for weekend brunch. Small place so you have to be here early or you will have to wait in line. The price va the portion is average. Benedict Egg is ok. To feed myself, I have to add on chicken waffle. Chicken is not seasoned. Plain fried chicken. Waffle is dipped in Maple Syrup. I'd give 3.5/5. 4 stars because it's nicely presented and it's pretty quick from order to bring on the table. read more

Foiegwa - Benedict, Chicken Waffle, Croissant, Omelette, and Cheese Burger - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

A cute and Cozy brunch place :) Came here early Sunday morning to avoid the line. We got the fried chicken waffles, croque madame and buttermilk pancakes. I personally found the fried chicken a bit dry and under seasoned. They also soaked the waffles in syrup making it way too sweet. The croque madame was really nice. It was Hearty, savoury and came with a good portion of ham and cheese. I really liked the atmosphere and the vibe. Would recommend getting the croque madame, the waffles were too sweet in my opinion. read more

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It looks like an uninhabited forest at first from the outside, until you enter into a world of French class and artistry. The decor is luminescent and bright, full of French wonders. The waiters/waitresses are really kind. One of the waitresses even helped me decide which cocktail I should get, as I didn't know which one to order and they all sounded very tasty. (By the way, I came here to eat dinner with my friend.) FOIEGWA is known for their cocktails, so any one would never be a miss. They are also known for their Truffle Parmesan Pasta with a runny yolk in the centre, which I highly recommend you order. Great depth in flavour, rich sauce, and cheesy. Overall, amazing dinner service and great food, definitely coming back again and is a must go to place. P.S. they only allow people who are 18+, so be in mind of that. read more

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The food is exquisite. The service charming. Small room. Lovely simple decor. Unassuming and friendly. Went back a second evening. Decor is walls filled with pen and ink drawings by a famous characterist read more

Foiegwa is a must try at least once in your life. Literally one of the BEST Truffle pasta I've ever had. The homemade pasta is cooked to al dente with butter and black truffle sauce. Yum!! Topped with beautiful sous-vide eggyolk and parmesan. Mixed all together, will give you a super rich umami flavour, creamy, and cheesy pasta *chef kiss* WOW!! Reservations needed if you go for a dinner. Brunch will be on a first come basis! Save this for your next Montreal trip!! read more

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Food and Taste: All the food items are exceptional. The chicken and waffles were a bit dry given it was white meat but lovely breading and lots of sauce to make up for it. The pasta was delicious and flavor was subtle but impactful and comparable to an italian restaurant. Only complaint was the portion left a little more to be desired for the pasta. The duck confit Croque Monsieur was a large portion. Very heavy and has ALOT of cheese if you like that. Very savoury and rich, good for hangry people. The bread was fluffy and light. Cost: The items cost between $20-$30 which was reasonable given the quality of the items. The filtered coffee has free refills so thats nice Atmosphere: The restaurant had limited seating with lots of two people tables, but limited group seating Staff: They were are all approachable and kind. They did not rush any of the people despite being busy. It was nice when you are seated, annoying when you are waiting a long time. Wait Time: We arrived Sunday at 10AM and there was a wait time of 30-60 mins. There is only a few tables that can seat tables of 4-6 so if you come in a group of 2 people it will alot quicker to get seated. read more

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Updating my review to add some more recent photos! I've returned to Foiegwa several times now (and always order from their menu when I'm at Atwater Cocktail Club) and their truffle beef tartare never fails to hit the spot! I think this has to be my top 3 favourite beef tartares in the city the wine selection is great and we loved our somm / server Kelly. Service is always impeccable and menu isn't the biggest but the few they do have are all stellar and pretty well priced for the value. Overall: 5 Food: 5 Service: 5 Ambiance: 5 Value: 5 read more

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Best. Food. Ever. Great service and a good vibe Every time I'm in Montreal, I make sure to stop here for brunch. read more

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Good food! Good service! If you can make a reservation first it will save you more time on waiting. Walk in accepted. read more

Foiegwa - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

This is one of those spots that you eye but don't actually go to. It looks trendy and expensive. After probably a decade of driving by it, I finally stopped for early Sunday brunch. I had eggs Benedict--it's what I always get because it's too much of a pain to make yourself. The plate suggested a strange mix of flavours but it did not disappoint. They somehow got the spinach and peas to coordinate with the capers, sunflower seeds, and feta, (not to mention the poached egg and Hollandaise sauce) to give a believe it or not, fresh tasting eggs benefit. It's hard to make something so fatty to taste "fresh." Also, it's a real Hollandaise sauce; not a powder packet. read more

Cute little French spot to grab breakfast/brunch. The staff was so warm and friendly. The food was very delicious and filling. Highly recommend! read more

Foiegwa - Croquet madame - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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I stumbled upon Foiegwa in a late night effort to get some French styled food while in Montreal. I thought the name was quite clever, although I'm not sure of its significance, and decided to check it out. I don't have much experience eating foie gras, but let me say that it was excellent here. It was so fatty and juicy, and melts in your mouth. It was not your typical pasty and cold kind - it was very well prepped and absolutely delicious! I had some escargo and some pasta, which were both also very good, but they definitely fell in the shadows of the foie gras. I had a cocktail drink too, which was very good - I wish I remember what it was. The staff was friendly and very cheerful. The ambience was good with moody lighting. Simultaneously romantic and casual. The next time I am in Montreal, I would go here again. read more

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