The one time I would say "I highly recommend this place". Without a single reservation. There are two dining options; an inner courtyard to dine, with that outdoor feeling, where the live music is heard, and a sidewalk cafe venue. Live piano combo music. They segue from one song to the next, seamlessly. You know, this isn't their "first rodeo". The menu has in alphabetical order: American, Canadian, French, Hawaiian, Italian, and Tex-Mex. It may sound impossible to accomplish in one kitchen, but they've done it exceptionally well! We tried three of 6. Each of us was very happy. The servers have mastered Continental service, it's a pleasure to dine there. We inquired how large the small pitcher of sangria was? Enough for two people? She said it would give us about two glasses a piece. Perfect. It wasn't all fruit or cheap wine. If we lived in the neighborhood, we'd be there a few times a month until we tried everything on the menu; then start all over again! It has a certain romantic atmosphere to it; it's also an excellent value compared to some of the places we ate. That is how impressed we were. The food is superb, just enough so there's room for dessert and coffee if you like. One minor complaint: washrooms in most restaurants are either 40 feet above the main floor or below it. =( read more

See all

Good service and good food. Beautiful patio area in the back. Live music. French onion soup was very good. Espresso martini was fair.

We were souvenir shopping, and decided to eat lunch, passing by this restaurant. Returning back we stop here. We were delighted by the atmosphere, it looked alive. The people were enjoying themselves. I was not disappointed. Our server Marie Christine was very sweet. My cousin wanted Poutine and she got it. I enjoyed my dish read more

See all

Decided to stop by for dessert and jazz! The place has live music seven days a week and a very intimate indoor/outdoor seating area that makes for a wonderful evening. We enjoyed some of signature drinks and desserts. Loved it! Our waiter was quick and attentive. read more

Jardin Nelson - Atmosphere - Creperies Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

See all

Amazing restaurant with live Jazz music. You are surrounded by trees, plants and awesome brick buildings. Food is good and is presented well. I ordered the charcuterie pizza which is loaded with meat. I recommend! read more

See all

The setting, the location, the music, the weather, the service.... All played a big role in the enjoyment of great tasting food. The fact that this restaurant is CROWDED tells you the food is good. You have to go. I would again too. read more

They have a big menu and so it may take a while to pick. Based on what we had, quinoa salad is good and light. Pesto pasta had good flavor. Salmon lasagna is good only if you are into a hearty (heavy) meal. Poutine should be shared among people in my mind rather than being an entree. It's just too heavy. You have been warned . Sit in the garden section to enjoy the area and the wasps. read more

See all

We had a lovely patio lunch here. The piano music and greenery were inviting and calming. The cocktails were perfectly balanced. The ceviche starter was incredible, just a hint of spice, however it was very small. We shared a ham and cheese crepe which was a generous portion and delicious. Definitely stop in for a beautiful patio vibe with quick and friendly service, though be aware there can be a wait. read more

I went here for lunch (there were six of us) without a reservation recently and we were promptly seated in the charming outdoor dining area. The garden has beautiful ambiance and there was also some live music. I ordered a chicken Caesar salad, it was your typical Caesar but delicious nonetheless! We also ordered fries for the table that hit the spot. read more

Jardin Nelson - Chicken (comes with the Caesar salad) - Creperies Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

See all

Stopped here for a quick snack and to fill some time before our River cruise. We sat in the front outdoor deck area given the beautiful day. Found out, from a friend, there is a beautiful dining area with a garden (Le Jardin) in the back which we missed-next time! Started with a couple of cocktails-Ginassis (refreshing and perfect summer drink) and an Espresso Martini. Our server recommended the "Tomato Madness" appetizer and it didn't disappoint. Confit Cherry tomatoes with two cheeses made for a memorable app. Service was friendly and attentive. Great spot for Cocktails and snacks. read more

See all

We were in the hop on hop off bus and had our tour guide Richard, recommend this restaurant. We took the opportunity after a lovely walk and it was mid afternoon. We were given the choice of inside or the patio and chose outside to people watch. I had the beef tartare and a local beer and my wife had the tuna poke bowl. Both were amazing. I'd love to go back and do the same or explore the menu. read more

See all

We ordered two salads here and they were really big and tasty. The atmosphere and location are both really nice, and our server was super kind and attentive. The only downside was a bit of a language misunderstanding -- I asked to add salmon to my salad, and when I confirmed the price, I thought she meant it was the total cost for the salad. Turns out it was just the add-on price, so the salad ended up being $50, which feels pretty steep. The food was good (not mind-blowing), but definitely not worth that price point. Overall, I'll chalk it up to a miscommunication, but I do think the menu in general could be priced a little more reasonably for what's offered read more

Yummy food, friendly service, beautiful ambiance. Seated pretty fast as a solo diner on a Tuesday night around 7:30, but the line got long shortly after that. Friendly waiter showed up a few minutes later Fantastic nonalcoholic options - I had a Brandenburg wheat "beer". Enjoyed the music and the setting. Background noise is loud but not so loud that I couldn't hear the music from the back of the space. And I was glad I couldn't hear the street performer that was juggling fire sticks and vamping with a microphone across the street. Sax, Electric guitar, and bass is a nice combo to have a groove and some fun solos. Poutine with pulled duck over fries - extremely yummy, not too rich, but I couldn't eat all the fries by myself. Note that you have to eat it as fast as possible, because the cold fries that result if you pause for too long are just sad. I could've done without the "just the two of us" and "making whoopie" song choices, but it is a lovely date spot (would that I had a date with me.) "Sentimental mood" is perfect. Had a decaf mocha for dessert, which came topped with whipped cream, and looked so lovely the person sitting next to me used it as an excuse to strike up a conversation. It tasted good, too. read more

See all

Lovely. Outdoor experience. Staff is professional and offers suggestions. Pleasant location to watch as life goes by. read more

See all

This is out door restaurant located in a nook between buildings decorated with a ton of plants and flowers playing live jazz music each night. Really pretty place with great music. Enjoyed a great meal consisting of their baked brie, veggie (Marche) pizza and veggie lasagna. The Brie and lasagna were very good but the pizza was wonderful. It had large cut veggies and olives and was well seasoned with some fresh-tasting Italian herbs. Really enjoyed it! read more

The food and service was top notch. I could have not asked for a better server for my dinner. I will start off by saying the heaters inside are incredible. The Jazz Music was even better. However, the any pizza there is cooked to perfection for single person. Their lasagna was also delicious. My party also tried the duck poutine which were tasty. We finished our meal with Le Pot D'amour 3 Étages De Bonheur. Wow was this amazing !!! read more

See all

How do I even begin? This is probably one of my favorite restaurants period! I have only been here a handful of times but I always love it as a treat. I may just be associating it with my fave memoris of Montreal but I always consider it a highlight. Is it a tad overpriced? Maybe, but location is fairly priceless. Old Montreal is a good place for a restaurant, and it's hard to find a bad view. I love how one al fresco but still inside. You get the experience of dining outside without the bother of foot traffic or loud cars/ambulances going by, bc little or no traffic is allowed on the streets nearby. I like the live but not too intrusive music, and the food is quite good. We don't get a lot of crepes here in Chicago, so a place that has them as the focus of the menu is just awesome. I came here by myself after a morning of shopping, around 2pm on a Tuesday. It is not too hard to get to via train or bus, I don't think I would drive, there is very little parking in Old Montreal. I sat almost right away. I got wine, salad, and the pork crepe. The waiter was informative and professional. I got the Canadian wine (who knew?) Le Vignoble Chat white wine. Very good, I will look for it here if they sell it. I also had Caeser salad and the pork crepe with cheese and mushrooms. So good! The only thing that put a damper on the visit was my tooth! I bit into the crepe, and cracked my filling! My teeth are problematic to say the least, so it was probably bound to happen, but I keep thinking something hard must have been in it. The waiter empathized with me, and suggested maple ice cream / crepe for dessert. I got it, and it was excellent, except for the pieces of maple candy in it. I had to avoid them as I was in pain and not trying to bite down harder than I had to. The waiter took a while to get back to me but it was pretty busy. I still left in good spirits; the umbrellas helped block out the sun and heat. An excellent choice for groups, families, couples, or solo dining. read more

See all

Outstanding food! Best to make reservations as the place is quite busy. The wait staff was excellent providing quiet, friendly and timely service. If you're in Old Montreal check Jardin Nelson out, you won't be disappointed. read more

I was in Montreal for a combined bachelor/bachelorette trip and we decided to come to this place for dinner after walking around the square trying to decide where to go. We were able to get a glimpse of the inside of the restaurant while walking around and really liked the vibes and decided to get in line for dinner. They don't take names/numbers and don't give you an estimated wait time so your best bet is to wait in line. Our group of 6 waited around 10-15 minutes before being called inside. We were seated right next to the stage where they had live jazz music playing. The music and ambiance were nice, however I felt like the watermelon sangria that we ordered and the food were only okay quality. I wouldn't order the sangria again--it tasted very artificial and not natural and was very sweet. With the long line outside and the food quality, this place reminds me of Sarabeth's in New York City if you've ever been. Overpriced and a tourists' trap. I wouldn't come back for their food or service but if you're into plants and flowers with live jazz music that's not too loud, then consider stopping by. read more

See all

Gorgeous ambiance here at Jardin Nelson. The live jazz music was absolutely beautiful. We came on a Saturday night at 7:30pm for 8 people and only had to wait 45 minutes. The lines are usually long here but they do to fast. They do not accept reservations. Food was alright, very mediocre. The veggie lasagna was probably the best out of everything we ordered. The walleye was a huge disappointment due to the lack of flavor and spices (including salt). The smoked meat crepe was very also soggy and disappointing. Great views and drinks but not the best food. read more

See all

If you're in the French part of Canada, you gotta try crepes. Jardin Nelson is definitely a great option as they have both sweet and savory crepes, and a beautiful terrace to enjoy them on a nice summer day. Yes, it is expensive, but it's in the heart of old Montreal and the quality is great. Highly recommend. read more

Jardin Nelson - Creperies Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

See all

The jazz combo was very smooth and professional. The drinks were fine. The sangria a nice light white version. The food was not so great. The tables are under a tent. read more

A very stunning restaurant located in the heart of Old Montreal that I definitely recommend if you like outdoor dining and live music. It was a lovely ambiance and I thankfully had an amazing table to people watch and just take in the whole restaurant. It really does feel like you're dining in a garden, which made me enjoy my meal that much more. I got a pitcher of the white sangria, which I initially was worried that I wouldn't be able to finish, but it wasn't crazy strong. It is probably better suited for 2-3 people though. I also got the shrimp pizza which was so good that I ate the whole thing! The chili oil I requested definitely gave the pizza the extra umph it needed. The atmosphere was lively and the service was very friendly. Although I was alone, I appreciated that the waitress never made me feel rushed during my night here. read more

Jardin Nelson - Creperies Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

We came here and saw the line. We figured it's going to be long wait looking at the lines but fortunately with only 2 people, we were able to get a table in minutes. The French onion didn't disappoint. Good flavor, not too salty, great cheese flavor. I would hope it's slightly more baked then the cheese flavor and aroma will even be better. Honestly, the pizza was ok. The drinks was good. Didn't order enough read more

See all

great restaurant with an excellent menu .The menu was excellent . The jazz band was great read more

We came for the weekend and wanted to grab dinner by the Old Port. This was one place I had passed by before but shyed away from because of the long lines. This time around we waited in line for maybe 10mins, and were seated quickly in the patio where we were greeted kindly by our server who encouraged us as we tried to practice our French. Ordered some yummy mock tails à la mangue. And Salmon Poke as well as the Forestière crepe. Overall, great experience. Would definitely come back again. read more

Jardin Nelson - Poke au salmon Forestière crêpe - Creperies Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Jardin Nelson is one of my fave summer terrace restaurants in Old Montreal. Love the service, food, live jazz and decor. We try to go several times every summer season. My faves are their sangrias, their seafood crepe, warm Cartier pasta salad. And their desserts are delicious! read more

The food, atmosphere and service was amazing, as was the jazz entertainment. Unfortunately, we could hear the next table make comments about our weight, but hey, it wouldn't be a trip to Montreal without being rudely insulted, would it? Insults aside, this is THE restaurant to visit in Old Montreal. It's enchanting and almost magical. read more

Good food. Good Sangria and good music. My twin's favourite whenever she is visiting from Calgary.

Un endroit très agréable l'été. Étant entre plusieurs bâtiments (ou une sorte de court intérieure), l'endroit allie la brique et de belle structure civiles. Orchestre de musique (style jazz), très romantique, l'endroit héberge de beaux arbres le tout étant tres bien décoré. Le serveur professionnel la nourriture délicieuses, salade de homard et poke saumon. L'endroit propre également. read more

See all

Amazingly authentic Montreal dining experience! The vast menu provides options for even the most finicky of diners (or kids). The adult beverage menu is superb, highly recommended the sangrias. The live jazz adds to the European vibe in the dining room, fantastic! read more

lovely outside patio eating area menu is all over the place and guess for some people that's good , for me it's not service is fine but nothing out of the ordinary if i'm in the area i'll go here but not worth a special trip to Old Montreal read more

Absolutely loved our experience! The service from Ameli was exceptional -- warm, attentive, and made us feel right at home. The food was just great : the beet salad was fresh and vibrant, the tuna poke perfectly balanced, and the Forainer crepe was out of this world.... Also, the lemon tart we had for dessert was really good too. Highly recommend! read more

This is a beautiful location to grab a bite I the heart of Old Montreal. The food was delicious and the true gem is the ambiance. They have a beautiful inside terrace to eat and listen to great live jazz. Service was excellent and we found this to be the perfect place to grab lunch during our visit. read more

See all

Great atmosphere coupled with awesome live music and good food...and you'll have folks lining up to take part of this dining event in Old Montreal. We made reservations for lunch and got seated pretty quickly. They don't take reservations during dinner so you'll have to brave the queue to get your seat. They really have a pretty extensive food menu and a decent beer/wine and cocktail list. read more

See all

This restaurant has been on Place Jacques Cartier since I remember coming to Old Montreal....It's known for its Sunday Jazz Brunch, but they do have live music pretty much every night starting at 6pm. It's a lovely place with a large menu and friendly staff. Located in the heart of Old Montreal (Place Jacques-Cartier), Jardin Nelson is a true haven where you can bask in the warm summer atmosphere....yes, the restaurant is not open for the winter season, so it's a place for the summertime with live music.... We chose to sit on the front terrace in the heart of Place Jacques Cartier, where diners can watch artists and street performers, they also have a rear courtyard with a fabulous design and lush greenery landscaped areas. The salmon lasagna was cheesy and filling...a good size meal for a hungry tourist !!! LOL.... read more

See all

I tried duck for the first time here! It was better than I expected! They also have a fair menu size with a lot to choose from if you're not into trying duck. They have jazz nights with musicians playing in the outside quarters. I think this is a good stop if you are visiting Montreal. read more

Jardin Nelson - Creperies Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

See all

Came here because a friend highly recommended it & this place was amazing in every way! We didn't have to wait a long time for a table and our waiter was super cool! He made sure our visit was a pleasant one. The live music, energy, and vibe was awesome and all of the food was absolutely delicious. We were not disappointed and you won't be either!! read more

See all

Surprisingly worth it!! We came for dinner on a Tuesday night in August. We came right before 6pm and seemed to have just missed a huge line after, so definitely try to go for an early dinner! We got seated right away, table for 4. Live music was to start at 6! It was really chill vibes like jazz covers. The outside patio is gorgeous. I was worried I was just paying for ambiance and mediocre food - maybe because my expectations were low, I was pleasantly surprised! The food was actually pretty good. I got the seafood mac and cheese - it surprisingly had a good amount of shrimp and scallop. The sauce was creamy and tasty. Portion sizes were filling. I came with my family on vacation. Everyone else I came with enjoyed their food as well! 1 star off because they were out of all of the beers I wanted (do better! Lol) and they charged us $4.50 for a glass of hot water with lemon!!! If you want any variety beyond free ice water, just be warned. read more

See all

Popped in for an afternoon relaxation and drink moment. After walking all day, it was the perfect spot for a little chill. Live jazz right on the outdoor patio, plus refreshing cocktails, and some great seafood treats. Loved the ceviche and grilled shrimp. Everyone raved about their food too. Service was very nice and made us enjoy the afternoon. A repeat visit for sure! read more

See all