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Le Steak Frites

3.3 (91 reviews)
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Closed • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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Outdoor seating
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Filet mignon
Gary H.

This restaurant has excellent service and the food was very good. I had a filet mignon and it was cooked well. The steak did not have much flavor, but did taste good overall. The basic steak was similar but not as tender. The fries were good and the green beans were nice and tender. Not perfect, but I would eat here again.

Steak Frittes
Harrell B.

Fabulous spot where I've just enjoyed a delightful lunch. The service here is excellent and attentive. The ambiance is a casual and cool environment. The food is well prepared and plated. Be aware this fine establishment does not have a liquor license, but encourages BYOB wine.

Sylvio L.

We reserve our seats for 3 for dinner on a Saturday and were impressed with the swiftness we were looked after. We were reminded that it was a BYOB, which was a very nice touch. I got a msg on my phone, seconds after that our table was reserved. While we brought our own bottle, the waitress opened our bottle and we poured our own wine from start to finish. Atmosphere was casual, somewhat loud but not unpleasant. Service was fast with our waitress being OK. Just the very bare minimum. Appetizers were snail with garlic/cheese and a deep fried goat cheese were excellent. New York streak and bavette de boeuf served medium rare were tender but a tad too cooked. Overall, a good restaurant to go to from time to time, with BYOB.

Ati H.

We tried it after several recommendations. I had steak frites , it was ok . He had filet and lobster tail which was fantastic. Service was ok . But acoustics are awful . Much too loud. BYOB and no cork fee

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Michele T.

Tried this one night with my husband when we were craving steak and frites! The restaurant is a good size but still feels cozy. We waited a little over 45 minutes for our food. We were really hungry and almost left, but we were really hungry and figured it couldn't possibly be much longer- so we stayed- and waited. When it finally arrived, we were quite pleased with our dinners. The steak was cooked as ordered, was tender, and very flavorful. It was served atop really fresh green beans tossed in olive oil with salt. They were really good green beans! The fries were as expected. I had my steak with Bernaise sauce on the side and that was flavorful and fresh as well. The price was reasonable for the quality. It was a very good meal. Worth the wait? Yes. Just don't go starving and in a hurry!

Meh
Amber H.

They serve up a great duck and that's not usually what i would order at a steak house but since all their beef is over marinated I knew the duck was the dish to pick. Decided Friday night date night would be steak frite as I've always been a fan until one bad trip to the saint sauver location. We brought a great bottle of red and had a nice spot beside the window, the place wasn't to busy but it did have a nice vibe inside with a bit of chatter but nothing CRAZY. We were served their signature warm buns with butter and flat water while we waited on our entree and mains. I did the goat cheese which came with a pesto sauce on the side and grilled peppers and onions. It was good but I wish it was a little more home made compared to something frozen they just dropped in the fryer. The bang bang shrimp were great just the right amount of kick (spice) to keep things interesting. The mains came and boy oh boy did they not disappoint. My duck was cooked perfectly with a perfectly paired reduction of Asian sauce and very buttery crispy green beans with yellow carrots. The French fires are thin and crispy and of course unlimited so don't be shy even tho they do give you a hefty amount. Service was quick and the waiters were beautiful on the inside and out, even the owner was a polite happy go lucky guy. Gotta say I will be adding this to our date nights possibilities for next time.

Escargot with cheese
Jo D.

Got reservations for 6:30 pm, a group came after us and they were served way before us. Let's say we didn't get our food till 8:30 pm. Everything was super delayed, food was mediocre. The escargot was super dry with no buttery sauce (didn't even come with some bread), my steak wasn't even medium rare any longer. At that point I was just eating it because I'm starving and been waiting for so long! The only good side to this is being Able to bring your own alcohol. Definitely wouldn't come back especially this location.

Crevette bang bang $13
E C.

The name says it all ... a steak restaurant specializing in the National dish of France. Good steaks, good prices and excellent service.

Escargot
Anatoli L.

Here we go again - if I could, I would give this place 3.5 stars - but... We visited for dinner. First, very importantly - this restaurant is BYOB! We had no idea (and didn't expect Belgium restaurant not to serve Belgium beer, but oh well). Note - absence of alcohol didn't affect the rating. Now, for the actual challenges. We didn't get any bread for the table. Okay, no big deal, right? But then I ordered escargot as a starter, and still got no bread, which now became a challenge of leaving all the tasty bits aside. My main dish was steak frites with a side of poutine. The steak was okay, not amazing (you know, it had that liver aftertaste - nothing wrong with it, but also nothing amazing). Mushroom sauce was excellent, it was the only thing which made steak palatable. The poutine was a disappointment. Soggy fries, lots and and lots of cheese curds which were not melting, and most importantly, a very strange gravy - it tasted as something from the can, the mass-produced concoction. A let down. Service was friendly and overall, okay, but - overall visit was only so so. If you will decide to visit, don't forget to bring your own wine or beer. No recommendation on this one.

Yvette G.

Nicely located in the old port, Steak Frites is a place where you get a mid-range steak for a mid-range price with unlimited fries. I got the table d'hôte for 50$, which included a salad, the main, and a dessert. I was pretty happy with everything! Service took a little longer, granted we were a large group of people. Big plus: it's a BYOW!

Li S.

We gave the the restaurant a 3/5. The service was attentive and prompt. The food was as expected average. That said, we did not order steak. We had an calamari and shrimp appetizer which were fresh and crispy with delicious mayo as an accompaniment. The tartares were pretty average. We asked for spicy but the tuna one was over salted and the salmon was not more flavourful. However, for a BYOB this definitely worth it. Better BYOB in the city. The fries are delicious!!! Too bad they don't have a mayo selection to chose for dipping sauces...

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Food is outstanding. Reasonably priced. Service is fantastic. Will definitely go back when I'm back in Montreal.

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Monarque - Bone marrow topped with escargot was 10/10

Monarque

4.5(296 reviews)
0.1 km•Vieux Montréal, Ville-Marie
•$$$

The food was absolutely phenomenal. I wish I took a picture of my seafood stew. I have never had…read moresuch incredible flavors. That's the dish I would recommend. The service was exceptional, along with our drinks in the atmosphere.

This was my "nice" meal during my very short trip to Montreal last weekend, and it turned out to be…read morea great choice. There are 2 sides of the restaurant: the more casual order what you want brasserie side and then the fancier multi-course chef menu side. I chose the brasserie side, where I had a reservation for a bar seat - turns out that wasn't really that necessary as there were several individual bar seats open; A group would probably have a difficult time getting a seat on a Friday evening though. For drinks, I had a paper plane and a last word. Those are my two go to cocktails for nicer bars, and they pulled them off fantastically (they also knew what I was talking about which is kind of rare for the last word). For an extra nice touch, they clipped an actual paper plane to the paper plane drink. Fun! For food, I ordered the Duck Confit. It was super crispy on the outside, but the meat was super tender and juicy and melted off of the bone. My mouth is watering while thinking about it. It also came with bread service. For dessert I had the tiramisu. I would give it a 4/5 - it was a little more bland than others I've had - not bad at all, but not my favorite one of all time. They seem to be serious about their coffee (see pictures). Since I was sitting right in front of it I had to order one to go with the tiramisu. I had a basic americano, and it was a great addition. My only real complaint is the bar seating felt a little bit exposed as the main walkway through the restaurant goes along the bar seating. Drinks 5/5, Service 5/5, Food 5/5, Ambience 4/5

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Kitchen view from our table!

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Grilled squid

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Joe Beef - Appetizer of lobster salad on a crispy wafer.

Joe Beef

4.3(886 reviews)
2.4 km•Sud-Ouest
•$$$

Joe Beef was on my bucket list for my Montreal visit. I made a 9:30 PM reservation for 1 at the bar…read moreon a Wednesday evening that I arrived in Montreal from Toronto, which worked out in my favor as street parking restrictions near the restaurant were no enforced. I arrived there around 8:30 PM and waited in my car until 9:00 PM before I walked over and the hostess informed me that they were ready for me. I was greeted by JJ and the rest of the crew at the seafood bar, shown the wine/cocktail/ciders & beer menu and the main. menu. They also explained clearly the 2 daily special. I decided since I'm in Quebec, that I would order the Scallop Royale Custard, Nantua Sauce (Royale de Pétoncle Sauce Nantua) for appetizer Roasted Duck "Aux Navets" (Canard Rôti Aux Petits Navets) and I was informed I can add seared foie gras to it. I also paired it with the Notre Nacre cocktail which is mezcal based from the cocktail menu. The Scallop Royale was like a chawanmushi so clean and light with a seafood stock but loaded with scallop and pieces of lobster and the Roasted Duck was executed fantastically (medium rare) and their au poivre sauce paired so well with the duck and seared foie gras . I finished with a marjolaine which is a cake made with almond flour, chocolate, coffee and repeated 24 times! It was a nice sweet way to end the dinner and a contrast to the savory of the duck and au poivre sauce. All around amazing experience service & food.

Great meal! My…read moreexperience was very similar to the thoughts of many, Joe Beef is one of the iconic restaurants in Montreal. The beef rib was perfect! Definitely devoured the slices quickly and gnawed on the rib bone before the server took the remains of this dish away. LOL. The Spaghetti with Lobster was delicious although the lobster was slightly undercooked. The tail was especially hard to pull away from the shell. I never thought I'd say white asparagus was decadent but it surely was when topped with the sauce. The 15 layer cake can honestly be skipped as it was the thinnest slice of cake I've ever seen. LOL. It was impressive that they could even slice cake that thinly!!! The waitstaff service was great with suggestions to round out the meal perfectly. The host was personable, even helped me with understanding the street parking rules in the area taking me on a stroll outside to check my spot on a really frigid evening.

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Joe Beef - Seafood bar

Seafood bar

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Strip steak with potatoes and bone marrow for 2

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Reuben's Deli and Steakhouse - Old Fashion super smoked meat.

Reuben's Deli and Steakhouse

4.0(767 reviews)
1.0 km•Golden Square Mile, Centre-Ville, Ville-Marie
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Had high hopes for a delicious Reuben sandwich. We are from…read moreNew York so epectations were high. Although our server touted the sandwich, it left much to be desired. The meat was dried out, and not much sauerkraut, cheese or dressing. My companions were very satisifed with their meals, so would recommend, but stay away from the Reuben

First time eating at Reuben's. We came in from a rain storm with 2 young children. From the moment…read morewe walked in, the host, a sweet older gentleman, offered us paper towels to dry up, since we were soaken wet even with umbrellas. He seated us in the booth and got our little children settled in with coloring material. He was so gentle spoken with our children, and for that matter, the entire staff was! Our family felt welcomed and not a bother. You would be surprised at how few places make us feel this way, even though our children are calm little beings. Ok, now... to the food! When I hear brisket, I think of Texas styled BBQ, this brisket is different, this is a deli style brisket, think Reuben Sandwiches. The brisket was sliced so thin and was juicy, it was delicious! Our kids had kids meals and in their opinion, the best part was the ice cream at the end . I highly recommend eating here! The staff is friendly, the food is great and overall, just a comfortable place to be! Tip the staff well, trust me, by the time the bill arrives you will already have experienced their top notch service. I don't have pictures to share because we were hungry and ate everything up before I could remember to snap some photos!

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Reuben's Deli and Steakhouse - Lots of pickled vegetables

Lots of pickled vegetables

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SMOKED MEAT MAC & CHEESE SKILLET

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Bar George - Seafood tower

Bar George

4.3(319 reviews)
1.2 km•Golden Square Mile, Centre-Ville, Ville-Marie
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Bar George is a stunning contemporary British restaurant located in Montreal's historic Le Mount…read moreStephen. While the restaurant is highly celebrated and located within a Michelin-recognized hotel building, it does not hold a Michelin star of its own. But it is extremely classy. We decided to do lunch instead of dinner and it was a little more our speed, but if very, very attentive waitstaff is not your thing and $200 for lunch I'd skip this spot. We went because it had reviews for amazing beef Wellington and my husband hadn't had any in decades. And we were on vacation so let's go! The food was beautifully plated and service was impeccable inside of an amazingly decorated dining room that looked like a library in a mansion. The meals themselves weren't obscenely expensive but add a glass a wine, bread (it was not included) and coffee and it put us close to $200. But it was a great experience and I had never had beef Wellington - it was melt in your mouth good. Might go again next time we come up from CT.

Dining at Bar George was one of the highlights of our quick 24-hour layover in Montreal. We stayed…read moreat Le Mount Stephen Hotel without doing much research on dining options, assuming we'd just find something nearby. But before even checking in, we had to walk through Bar George ~ and instantly knew we wanted to eat there. We were lucky enough to grab a last-minute reservation, and Julien took a good care of us throughout the evening. His recommendation of the Beef Wellington was spot on (it's already one of our favorite dishes), but this was hands down the best we've ever had. I ordered the lobster risotto, which was excellent with just the right amount of spice. My son had the 10 oz striploin steak with homemade fries (chips), and it was absolutely delicious. I also loved the Canadian touch of coarse salt on the steak, plus the option to choose between Béarnaise or peppercorn sauce. Julien also mentioned their pastry chef placed second in a NY competition, and the desserts absolutely lived up to that reputation. We tried the pineapple and coconut pavlova and the "lick me hazelnut" ~ both beautifully presented and incredibly delicious. We also ordered iced coffee and a latte, and noticed something interesting: this was the second place where we found Canadian coffee to be smooth and mild ~ such a nice change from the often bitter, over-roasted American coffee. Yes, dinner was a bit steep ($300+), but it was worth every penny. Between the rich history, stunning design, outstanding service, and unique cuisine, I would highly recommend Bar George. I would absolutely love to come back!!

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Bar George - Grandfather clock

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Damas - Shish Borek dumplings

Damas

4.7(515 reviews)
4.6 km•Outremont
•$$$

Top 5 dining experience of my life! We started with the fattoush, which turned my salad-hating…read morehusband into a believer. We followed that up with the batata harra, which were spicy, acidic, crispy little morsels of perfection. We rounded out the meal with the lamb and hummus dish, along with the filet mignon and little pickled peppers. Everything was perfection. Beyond the amazing food, the restaurant itself was beautiful and service was friendly, attentive, but never intrusive or annoying. These guys are doing everything right. I don't know when I'll be back in Montreal, but I can promise I will be right back here when that happens.

5:45 pm dinner on the patio, with nicholas as our server. the outdoor patio made for a relaxed…read moreearly evening setting, while the interior has a much more dramatic, intimate feel, with dark wood, ornate hanging lanterns, patterned tile floors, warm lighting, and rich middle eastern inspired details. it has a distinctly upscale and atmospheric feel that suits the restaurant's refined take on syrian cuisine. service was impeccable throughout the meal. nicholas and his team was attentive, professional, and genuinely on top of everything without being intrusive. the pacing was well handled, and we never felt neglected or rushed. the level of service definitely matched the upscale setting and was one of the stronger parts of the experience. we ordered the meat platter for two, which was $220. the meatballs were easily the standout for me, juicy, flavourful, and probably the best part of the platter. the beef was good, but the prime rib was overcooked and the chicken was quite dry. at $220, i honestly expected more, particularly from a restaurant with this level of reputation and positioning. the uneven cooking was disappointing and kept the platter from being the highlight it should have been. the fattoush salad was much more successful. it was light, fresh, and refreshing, with plenty of herbs and pops of pomegranate. this was actually my favourite dish of the meal. the freshness and acidity worked especially well alongside the richer grilled meats. the grilled octopus was another highlight. it was tender, nicely grilled, and had a good texture without being tough or chewy. overall, the experience was a mix of excellent service, a beautiful setting, and some genuinely memorable dishes. the fattoush, grilled octopus, and meatballs were all standouts, while the prime rib and chicken fell short of expectations. the impeccable service and atmosphere certainly elevated the evening, but given the $220 price tag for the meat platter, i was expecting a more consistently impressive meal.

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Damas - Interior

Interior

Damas - Rack of Lamb

Rack of Lamb

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Le Majestique - Oysters

Le Majestique

4.4(244 reviews)
2.2 km•Plateau-Mont-Royal
•$$

I had wanted to treat a friend to a dinner and a show while I was in town ahead of her birthday…read morelater this month, and the original restaurant she had chosen fell through (we mistaken the genre of the restaurant). With 1.5 hours before our burlesque show down the street at the Wiggle Room, I remembered I had bookmarked Le Majestique and that it was 1.5 blocks from both Schwartz and the venue! We made it over from St Denis and were graciously seated in the window - perfect lighting for selfies and food photos! It was happy hour, so we indulged in oysters (NB and NS I believe), as well as their scallop on half shell; this was so delicious with the hazelnut oil and fermented beets and butter - we pretty much drank the liquid afterwards (unapologetically - I had it dripping down my chin I think). Next was their special of the day, ricotta and mushroom filled anglotti with ceps, smoked matsutake and another mushroom, garnished with shavings of truffle and Parmesan. This was earthy and warming and delicious. For me it was fall. I wished it was on the permanent menu! We also shared the prime NY steak with green sauce and baby heirloom turnips. To end the meal we shared a pudding chomeur aged Louis d'or cheese. This was a creamy bread pudding- like dessert with grated Louis d'or on top. We enjoyed this - I love restaurants that showcase stellar local ingredients and Le Majestique does this well! If I could spend a month eating my way through Plateau Mont Royal and Little Portugal I would gladly do it. Bookmarked for future visits. Thank you for a wonderful night Le Majestique!

Food: The food and drinks were 5/5 amazing! Ordered a dozen oysters, duck risotto, focaccia, and…read morepinot! I normally don't like risotto but it was super yum and flavorful from the duck. Service: Very accommodating with us wanting to sit outside. Ambiance: The weather was beautiful so sitting outside was so cute, I will say the space is a bit tight. I highly recommend!

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Le Majestique - Very busy and very noisy but great food

Very busy and very noisy but great food

Le Majestique
Le Majestique

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Au Pied de Cochon - Duck in a Can (after plating)

Au Pied de Cochon

4.2(1.5k reviews)
2.4 km•Plateau-Mont-Royal
•$$$

Honestly, one of the best food experiences I've had while up in Montreal. While it seems pretty…read morechill and laidback at a glance, this spot was busy and bustling (and sorta cute as a pseudo casual spot for a more memorable date night). The fois gras nigiri was pricey, but was definitely worth the try - especially with how the fois gras melting upon contact with the tongue and how the fats and flavors meld together through the rice, it was simply divine. Though my favorite would probably be the Duck in a Can, which was surprisingly tender and juicy. The flavor was pleasant and savory, and I didn't really feel much of a gamey taste at all when I tried it. As someone who normally doesn't enjoy duck, I thought this dish was really quite lovely. Anyway, would probably come back to this spot in the future if I was ever back in the area.

This is hearty Québécois cuisine, perhaps so hearty it's exactly what the pioneers needed to…read moresurvive the early harsh Montréal winters! Indeed the signature move of the chef, Martin Picard, is to elevate traditional, rustic Québécois "peasant food" into world-class fine dining. With the philosophy of unapologetic excess in every dish comes a line up of starters and mains packed with foie gras, butters, and oils in every corner. While the flavors in each dish by themselves are delicious, the onslaught of richness may not be for everybody, and it seemed deliberately without a palate cleanser or lighter counterbalance. In fact, knowing what we were getting into, we ordered an accompanying green salad, and the wait staff forgot to bring it out! We were outright denied anything but sheer gluttony. Our meal consisted of the foie gras poutine, duck in a can, and green tagliatelle. The mantra of excess here meant foie gras melding with cheese curds and gravy on the poutine. Their unique "duck in a can" involved packing quite literally a can with fatty duck breast, foie gras, buttered cabbage, herbs, and gravy, and blasting it all together with heat for 27 minutes. The result is a delicious stew of decadence, for which I wish I had more bread to dip and devour. Even the tagliatelle was bathing in a rich, oily pesto that provided no reprieve from the onslaught. We didn't try the namesake dish of the restaurant, the stuffed pig's foot (le pied de cochon), but seeing it served was an experience and nicely highlighted the elevated "peasant food" aspect of the entire affair. Very unique! Overall I had an excellent experience trying the local cuisine and this more decadent approach to dining. While it's fun sometimes to break culinary rules, I did overall find myself missing a more balanced meal that could feel more sustainable and less coronary artery disease-inducing. I think as long as you know what you're getting into, it's worth a visit, but probably not several!

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Au Pied de Cochon - Inside of the restaurant

Inside of the restaurant

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Foie Gras Nigiri

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L'Express - Got cheese salad 5/5

L'Express

4.3(754 reviews)
2.2 km•Plateau-Mont-Royal
•$$$

This is the kind of neighborhood bistro you'd expect to find in Paris--only cleaner and friendlier…read more The service was exceptional: attentive, welcoming, and perfectly paced without being overbearing. The food was excellent. We enjoyed the steak frites, duck confit, fish soup, and the complimentary cornichons, which were a lovely touch. By the time we were ready for dessert, they had sold out of the île flottante, which was disappointing, but the crème brûlée and tarte au citron more than made up for it. Both were outstanding. A wonderful meal from start to finish, and a place we'd happily return to.

Reservations are highly recommended if you would like a table at L'Express. This is a rich dining…read moreexperience with comfortable French bistro vibes, professional bartenders and staff, and classic French options such as oeufs mayonnaise, saumon rillete, quiche, such confit, and on and on... I did not make a reservation but asked for the waitlist and hung around the neighbourhood for a bit before a spot at the bar was available. The whole restaurant is just buzzing with people enjoying conversation, spirits, and delicious food of course! The place was filled from 8pm to midnight with a waitlist and full house during my visit (on a Saturday night). Being a solo diner I enjoyed conversations with others at the bar while we waited for food, with intermissions of people watching. It has been added to my list for future visits - I'll bring a friend next time for a different experience!

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L'Express - Rillette l'Express - tender, shredded pork shoulder mixed with duck fat and herbs, served with toasted bread, pickles, and mustard

Rillette l'Express - tender, shredded pork shoulder mixed with duck fat and herbs, served with toasted bread, pickles, and mustard

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