BEST "BYOB" FRENCH BISTRO DURING RECENT TRIP…read more This is the best dining experience in our recent Montreal trip. I'm glad we made reservation since the place was quite packed when we arrived. To be honest, our first impression wasn't too great. We were seated in their main indoor dining area which was a bit too warm. We asked if we can be moved to their fully covered / heated patio area, but unfortunately the restaurant was full. Fast forward 15 minutes, we have placed our order and were enjoying our bottle of wine and a basket of bread. Our server came over and offered to move us to the patio area since a table had opened up. We were pleasantly surprised because (1) we didn't ask again and (2) most restaurants wouldn't change tables once customers started eating/drinking. The restaurant setting is unpretentious with a casual and cozy vibes. The staff are so friendly that we feel like having a family dinner! They offer a pre-fixe menu in which we thoroughly enjoyed! For appetizers, the escargot dish gave us a pleasant surprise. They wrapped the escargots and blue cheese sauce in a thin crispy crust! It's hard to describe, but it's sort of like having an escargot "crepe"! The few main courses we chose were excellent, and the rack of lamb was probably our favorite - tender, juicy, and perfectly cooked. As for dessert, their creme brulee was one of the best I've had - creamy custard topped with a perfect, crisp caramel top. I'd highly recommend this place, and will certainly visit again when I'm in town next time!

This is a spot for good food without the frills of a fancy restaurant. The server was so nice and…read morehelped explain the menu to us as they only have French ones and we tried to order different things to get a taste of each item. The appetizers were very different from each other but the bison and lamb had similar construction/sauces. Overall a wonderful experience! As tourists, it was fun to try some local wines during the day and buying a bottle to enjoy with dinner here. There was a range of drinks that people brought. We stuck with a light red wine that we got from SAQ down the street that offered a tasting of some local wines.

As someone who doesn't particularly enjoy "small fancy portions", I must say this meal was amazing…read more It was definitely filling despite its deceiving appearance and the taste was out of this world. The mushrooms under the duck were also some of the best I've ever had. The service and ambiance were also perfect. We booked almost the entire restaurant for a birthday surprise and the staff was extremely collaborative. To make a last point about prices, it is definitely not cheap, however it is absolutely worth it.

The restaurant is quite far away from downtown in a quiet neighbourhood and the menu changes…read moredepending on what's in season. The service was friendly and prompt and I liked the trendy but relaxing atmosphere of the restaurant. We got the burrata appetizer which tasted super fresh and light. For the mains, I got the saffron cavatelli with scallop and veal with chanterelles and truffles. The flavour for the cavatelli could have been stronger as I didn't really taste any saffron at all and the veal was chewy, however the mushrooms that came with it tasted great. Dessert was really the star of the night. We got the beignets which came with caramel dipping sauce and it was such an amazing texture. Fluffy on the inside but crispy on the outside. I could've easily eaten another one. The caramel dipping sauce wasn't too overpowering or sweet and complimented the beignets wonderfully.

In 1990, I arrived in Montreal from my hometown of New York City to study French at the University…read moreof Montreal during my sabbatical year. Our French teacher organized a group meal at Au Petit Extra so that we could practice our French in a restaurant setting. Since then I've returned to Au Petit Extra every time I've visited Montreal, a city I love. This past September I had dinner at Au Petit Extra twice with a friend, and both times the food and service were superb. As immodest as it may sound, I think I have a fairly sophisticated palate, having enjoyed wonderful meals with friends at many of New York's best French restaurants which have earned 2 or 3 Michelin stars and 3 or 4 stars in the New York Times. I have found the food at Au Petit Extra to be truly delicious and creative. I should also mention that compared to fine dining in NYC, Au Petit Extra is reasonably priced. I highly recommend this simply decorated restaurant for its highly memorable food!

Nice French Bistro atmosphere, fast, attentive and friendly service, excellent food. All this at…read morefair prices.

Quaint and unassuming neighborhood place that is hiding a highly sophisticated dining experience…read more The food was remarkable and on par with some of the better spots I've eaten lately. Did the 5 course chef's tasting menu with wine pairing --which is an incredible value for the money--and it was such an unexpectedly wonderful surprise. Inventive ingredient pairings, artful presentation, and a genuine commitment to the details. The service gets 5 stars as well, knowledgeable, attentive in just the right way. I am absolutely coming back.

This is the first time we are at a BYOW restaurant. It's…read morebrilliant! There is no corking fee and there are 2 liquor stores within walking distance. This restaurant is so cute, we feel like we are in a romcom movie. Looks like it's family run restaurant with a lot of love. Service is very friendly. You sit down they set up your wine and brought you Handmade bread with Parmesan & Cumin (house made) Quail egg cassolette with roasted tomatoes and spinach, Mornay sauce, and Parmesan crumble Reminded you of Cheez it / goldfish / white cheddar /topping Good texture combo. Crunchy cheesy cracker on top with gooey spinach quail egg mornay sauce Cream of cauliflower, confit lemon oil, and shallots *Very smooth. Taste a bit tapioca Very good piping hot! with smokey paprika and touch of Lemon zest Salmon Linguini with onion and parmigiano cream *Cheesy but light and spring-y Again the lemon zest at work. Love it Braised lamb shank, red wine lamb glaze, sautéed potatoes, and Nantaises carrots. *Nice seasoning that respects the ingredients Potato perfectly cooked with crispy edges. Everything you ate here reminded you or some past memories that are very familiar.

I really wanted to like this place. Cute atmosphere, and the host and waitress were both so nice…read more But the pacing between courses was brutal, and the food didn't hold up. Sat down: 9:00pm First course - 9:12pm: Scallops. Usually one of my favorite appetizers, but these were slimy and way too fishy. Second course - 9:50pm: Seal. First time trying it, so I can't say if it was the prep or just not for me. It tasted like raw tuna (which I love), but had the chew of a tough steak -- nothing like the melt-in-your-mouth texture I was hoping for. Exception: the bread was good! Third course - 10:30pm: Duck. Not terrible, not great. I love duck when it's cooked right, but the fat wasn't rendered enough -- it tasted like it had cooled and started congealing. Everything was chewier than it should've been. Maybe it was an off night. I know French dining is slower paced, but usually the food is better. For me, as a solo diner, nearly 40 minutes between courses was rough, and the food didn't make up for it. Cute atmosphere, great service, but the food fell flat and I still walked out having spent nearly $140 CAN. Can't recommend.

Overall: A // 5 stars…read more Exciting restaurant at the forefront of farm to table modern cuisine with new takes on common ingredients in an effort to reduce waste. Love the vegetable-forward nature of the menu, with every dish sounding amazing, and executed to perfection. Their presentation is unbeatable. (Grilled Broccoli: A+) - Fascinating dish that hits all the taste buds, including bitterness from the raddachio, which was tamed beautifully by the sweet pear. The green crack sauce is a majestic herb cream, and when combined with the fermented tofu sauce, and the savory and garlicky breadcrumbs, this was a complex dish that hit several impressive and underutilized profiles. (Delicata Squash: A+) - Fascinatingly presented dish that uses the top of a squash to create a volcanic canvas, with a squash puree on the bottom, and flavorful pumpkin seeds tossed in a spiced tomato xo . Hidden inside is a tender piece of pork belly as well. I enjoy the squash forward notes, one more sweet, one more salty, and then paired with a crunch that parallels with their waste reduction initiative and a mild spice to add an occasional kick. (Seared Duck: A+) - Fresh, vibrant duck breast that follows a savory palette moreso than sweet. The duck is tender and well rendered with a thin layer of fat remaining to permiate flavor. It works particularly well with the white beet puree, which adds an intense grassiness. The sea buckthorn is an interesting saline acidic flavor bomb with a more citrusy note than capers. Food: +1 Presentation: +2 Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +2 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Fine Dining in the Saint-Hubert, Longueuil area. Bring your…read moreown wine .. Opened August 2021, it's a fine dining cuisine, modern bistro style. It's local seasonal products and everything made in house brings the flavours to life. Open concept with relaxed and friendly environment makes the environment all the more enjoyable. The dining holds about 50 people and they now have an outdoor terrace. The menu changes about every two weeks, so it just makes you wanting more. I recommend if your going for the first time to try the 5 course tasting. I have to say that I can't talk about one specific favourite item but what I can say is that anything you have, you will not be disappointed. Check out the $50.00 promo on Wednesday and Thursday (soup or salad / any plate / desert) No need to describe the amazing beef tartare, Bavette, boudin, Trout , Tiramisu or crème brûlée.... By the time you go the menu would be slightly different and just don't forget ur wine!

Terrible service, never filled up water or checked up on whether we liked the food or not. Food was…read moreok, and ambiance was good. We could one of the chefs yelling at his other peers which made occasionally quite awkward and unenjoyable. Very unfortunate.

Ah ces restos de quartier, ils ont un charme que les chaînes de restaurants et les restaurants du…read morecentre-ville ne pourront jamais égaler ! Je me suis laissé tenter par ce restaurant français, qui m'a vraiment surpris. Le tartare de saumon en entrée était un des meilleur que j'ai mangé. Et que dire de mon plat principal : Filet de morue de l'islande et son pesto de tomates séchées, c'était digne de bien des tables de grand restaurant, et ce à un prix raisonnable. Ma femme as bien aimée son assiette de pétoncles poélée avec légumes. Pour résumé : un trés bon rapport qualité/prix pour la qualité de la nourriture. Je vais sûrement y retourner, je le recommande grandement. Ah these small restaurant in non touristic area, sometimes you can find neighborghood gem. And it was the case of this restaurant La menthe Poivrée. I succombed to this excellent french restaurant, and i was pleasently surprised. The salmon tartar appetiser was one of the best one i tasted. My main meal was Island cod filet with pesto sauce and it was veryvery good. It was as good as some expensive restaurants i tried before. My wife like her scallops plate with veggies a lot. To resume an excellent quality at a reasonable price. I highly recommend this restaurant.

This cozy, family-owned bistro is located in Rosemont, kind of in an unexpected spot and behind a…read morerather unassuming storefront. However, it was worth the detour, as it feels wonderfully unpretentious and has some nicely done classic French dishes. Everything was priced reasonably, and all the main dishes include the choice of either a soup or salad, plus coffee or tea/herbal tea at the end of the meal. The food and service was great, and it's clear that it's a neighbourhood favourite, as most of the tables were full when we came for our reservation. Definitely recommend. // Ce bistrot familial et chaleureux est situé dans le quartier de Rosemont, dans un endroit plutôt inattendu et derrière une façade plutôt discrète. Cependant, le détour en valait la peine, car il est merveilleusement sans prétention et propose des plats français classiques bien préparés. Tout était à un prix raisonnable et tous les plats principaux comprennent le choix entre une soupe ou une salade, ainsi qu'un café ou un thé/une tisane à la fin du repas. La nourriture et le service étaient excellents, et il est clair que c'est un favori du quartier, car la plupart des tables étaient pleines lorsque nous sommes venus pour notre réservation. Je le recommande vivement.

We came here for Valentine's Day, and tried their special menu for that day. Food was pretty good,…read morebut not necessarily mind-blowing. Portions were a bit on the small side, and the dining room is a bit on the noisy side, though I appreciated the casualness of the atmosphere. Service was decent, and attentive. Worth a try.

I've been coming here for years and I never tire of the tasting menu!…read more My favourite restaurant in Montreal, foods, service and drinks are exceptional. If dining alone I recommend being by the bar and watch the chefs work their magic. I cannot wait to go back each time I leave this place, absolute hidden gem.