I wanted one more really good meal before I left Montreal, and this place delivered. I was craving steak, so I got the filet mignon. Delicious. Then I'd never had sticky toffee pudding before, so I had that for dessert. Yummy! My waitress was fantastic! Even though I was alone, she made me feel welcome, and even though there was a lot of French going on in the restaurant, we spoke English together easily. It's in a very nice neighborhood, Outremont, which is worth walking around in. My only complaint would be because they have a lovely open air terrace, I was being bugged by bugs. Flies and maybe gnats. I know there's nothing much they can do about it, but still. I imagine in winter, this wouldn't be a problem. read more

Leméac - Sticky toffee pudding: I'm a fan. - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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What a lovely ambiance! Inside and out- we ate on the terrace and there were flowers and privacy from street, a gentle breeze. Our waiter Alex, was top notch!! Attentive, friendly with a good sense of humor. The food was delicious (my French husband is a foodie - tough customer. And I am a 'plain Jane', picky-ish eater and we both found many options on the menu. The gazpacho (a little spicy in a good way) and small green salad were both perfectly seasoned, and my husband was happy with his fish soup and magret de canard. So many good options on the dessert menu- we shared the profiteroles which had in-house made vanilla ice cream and and chocolate sauce - delicious! There were REGIONAL options. It's in a good area of town called Outremont- a nice area to walk around with some good shopping- upscale stores read more

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SO GOOD! I will be dreaming of the ravioli for at least a few days. everything was amazing HIGHLY recommend the fries, filet mignon and especially the ravioli. The desserts were also amazing cannot say enough good things about the food. The restaurant was very cute and the music wasn't too loud. All the staff and waiters were kind, attentive and checked in on us multiple times. Cannot wait to go back! read more

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Awesome French-Canadian cuisine with a charming vibe. Went for a weekday dinner. Had an RSVP and was sat fairly quickly. Ordered a couple glasses of wine and had the mushroom ravioli, risotto, and steak frites. Everything was spot on - but I got a say the ravioli was sooooo good. Also, there's a baba that's supposed to be good but we were so full we didn't want to order and waste it. Ended up with the key lime pie, which was also good. Best meal during our trip. Would come back for sure! read more

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This restaurant has the ambiance of a Michelin restaurant, with the food to back it up. We had a retirement party here for a long-time employee and the food was beyond expectation. Each meal was beautifully plated and cooked to perfection. The best part? The pricing was very reasonable. Can't wait to go back. read more

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I happened to be in the area and wanted French food for lunch. I didn't expect it to have a Michelin recommendation! I also saw the poster written by the friends of the architect, Luc Laporte. They had impressive words to say about him. Reservations: probably recommended to make reservations ahead of time, but I was able to walk in on a weekday around noon without one. The place looked like it was getting full by 13:00. Service: our server was great with providing recommendations and noting what are popular dishes. He explained that the beef cheeks is a winter dish. Unfortunately we didn't get to try it. Food: Complimentary bread and butter CLASSIC SALMON TARTARE (appetizer, CAD$25.50)- delicious, refreshing, cold ICELANDIC WILD COD (main dish, CAD$53.50)- fish was seared perfectly, flavorful potato puree, warm cherry tomatoes GRILLED VEAL CHOP (main dish, CAD$68.50)- veal was cooked medium rare, thick slices of heirloom tomato, interesting nutty sauce I thoroughly enjoyed each dish. I didn't expect much, so I was pleasantly surprised. This might have been the best restaurant in my short Montreal visit. No wifi Bathroom available (need to read a quote in French) Indoor + outdoor seating Apple Pay/credit card accepted read more

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I still have pleasant memories trying out Quebecois French cuisine at this establishment. The very last meal for Montreal trip between me and my gals. Our waitress was such a great host to our night out. Giving her a list of everything we wished to order and each one of us ordering the duck confit, she suggested the Macon red wine bottle to pair it. Usually dry wines aren't my style but her suggestion made our meal spectacular and complete. Sometimes I do miss tasting savory French cuisine from Europe, but I was happy Montreal in Quebec in general had the same satisfaction in taste, texture, and reasonable portions. The crème brûlée was custardy under that delicate glasslike layer of caramelized sugar. The salmon tartare had the right umami and creaminess. Duck confit was lightly cooked and crisp, not heavy on the oils and gravy. This place was a gem on a Sunday evening and still full of life. Most of all I enjoyed the happy and relaxed crowds at the neighboring tables and bar nearby all enjoying glasses of wine like we gals did. All around a superb experience. read more

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Fantastic French bistro. Went for brunch on the recommendation of a sommelier in Toronto who I trust and it was one of the most authentic meals I ever had. I ordered the boudin (blood sausage) maison and while I never had it before, it felt so traditionally French it was perfect. A very rich and complex sausage, great complex flavors covered in an equally excellent cider sauce. It was great and I was also VERY impressed with the home made jam (both tropical and berry) that came with toast, I normally do not eat bread, I ate both slices and both Jams. A truly great experience. read more

Leméac - Boudin maison - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Swank joint in a swank neighborhood. We did brunch here which was most excellent. While the inside is sleek and unique, designed by a well know local architect, the patio is sweet. Service quick and kind. We had the delicious menu favorite, eggs/salmon/caviar on blinis which could use a bit more caviar, and the eggs/sausage/ duck beans. The beans were the hit of brunch! Shopping on this street is an interesting mix. A must visit is the tiny specialized Japanese cooking knife store a half block away. read more

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Food was so tasty. Large portions. Great service. Be sure and reserve a table. It gets busy. Won a Michelin review for 2025. read more

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My first time eating here and I loved the experience, I just found the food just ok. The service, the menu, the restaurant itself, everything is great and contributes to the dining out experience but I think I ordered the wrong thing because I found the food a bit lacking. The steak was a bit tough and the fries quite ordinary. The tartare was delicious but the julienne fries again were just ok. The creme brule was slightly too burnt so the crust was a bit too bitter for my taste. This restaurant is still excellent and I will give it another chance in the future. read more

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I just celebrated my birthday here. Because of the reviews, I ordered the scallops instead of the steak. I was happy my son got the hanger steak and my other son got the roasted duck breast. The hanger steak was perfection! Perfect mid rare, tender and well-seasoned. Duck was beautifully cooked. We had a blast! Server was wonderful. Crème brulee was nice. Chocolate mousse was too dark for me and I typically like dark chocolate. Really nice texture. The assortment of ice creams and sorbets also fun. Fantastic night! read more

Got the escargot and hanger steak. The escargot was great, and the steak was cooked to my preference. I was a bit shocked by the sheer amount of fries I got with the steak, with respect to the portion of the steak -- see photos. read more

Leméac - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Really enjoyed our meal here which was our splurge dinner for our Montreal trip. Steak frites, beef tar tar, and arugula and fennel salad were all excellent. We had a tasty orange wine and a cider; and the service was super professional and friendly. Pretty noisy and cramped which I think is normal for French style restaurants but I didn't mind it. read more

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Made reservations for a group of 10 and we all had a great time! The servers were kind and patient with our group. Lovely restaurant with a large variety of entree options from fish to meats, as well as an extensive wine menu. The food was all very delicious! I personally had the Icelandic Wild Cod and it was beautifully moist and paired very nicely with the potato purée. Overall, I would absolutely recommend this restaurant to those looking for solid French cuisine with extensive spirits/NA beverages, and great service! read more

Leméac - (Top) Duck Breast , Grilled Rib Eye ; (Middle) Pan seared Scallops , Duck Breast ; (Bottom) Icelandic Wild Cod , Mussels - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Had oysters and steak tartar entre, really enjoyed both. Service was excellent. Cafe style, filled with families, couples on a date. I was staying near Old Montreal, so it was a little out of the way but worth the trip. read more

Great smoked salmon. Cod was delicious. Excellent baba au rhum (not pictured). Very casual. read more

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Still perfect. Though when one returns to perfection, one notices things. A server picked up a napkin I had accidentally dropped on the floor and folded it and put it back next to me. Yuck. I needed to ask explanations about the ENGLISH menu (not French), this happened at its sister resto Monarque as well. Just take the French one. But I am nitpicking it is perfect, for dinner at least. And if you like brasserie food. read more

Female traveling alone. I was recommended to check out the restaurant by a local. Ambiance was 10/10. Great spot, great vibes, great atmosphere. I'd come back simply for the energy of the place. Service was great whilst sitting at the bar. I am unable to speak to table service. Scallops were good, however, I wish I ordered the steak... every single person around me had one; next time. Do yourself a favor and ORDER THE LEMON TART for dessert. You're welcome. + Vesper martini *chefs kiss* I will be back and I will be bringing friends to Leméac. read more

French-style bistrot. Service is friendly, food is excellent, and prices are decent. Tables are a bit small, but there's plenty of space between tables. The French toast dessert is spectacular. Will definitely go again. read more

Very solid, impeccable service, staid and dependable. Not out of this world inventive, but safely upscale casual. Unremarkable but very tasty. Older crowd, some men in polos, or jackets, with many older women coiffed and botoxed at our 5:30 seating. Packed by 6:30! Popularity says much about it. read more

We sat at the bar & enjoyed the bartender's attention & wine recommendations. Great venue for people watching! Food was delicious, especially & unexpectedly the mushroom ravioli! Bit pricy, but worth trying when traveling or for a special occasion. read more

My partner and I went on vacation to Montreal and came here for my birthday dinner. I really wanted some great French food and Leméac did not disappoint! We got the escargot and duck fois gras for appetizers and shared the rack of lamb ribs for the main meal. Everything was delicious!! For two people sharing, it was the perfect amount, although we did snack a little bit that afternoon (: the fois gras was delicious and rich and served with bread and pineapple (sounds weird, but paired surprisingly well). It was our first time having escargot and it was delish! It comes in a pasta with a really yummy green sauce. The lamb was also great, we were trying to figure out what spices were on it so we could try to recreate it at home lol. The sides with the lamb were also very tasty. The server was very nice and recommended a great bottle of white wine that was refreshing and didn't break the bank. We sat outside on the patio and it was very nice! Not sure loud or busy on a Wednesday. Best birthday dinner!! read more

Leméac - Fois gras and escargot - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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*Appetizer and soup: - Warm salad with poached egg. Salad is excellent, but poached egg is overcooked. - Vegetable soup is excellent. *Main Course: - Mac'n'cheese is excellent. - Risotto is way too salty - Mushroom ravioli, the ravioli dough is too thick, a bit hard to chew, so I suspect the ravioli is not freshly made product. *Service: Table manner is ok, but not spectacular. *Atmosphere: - a lot of flies circulating around food - very noisy read more

Leméac - Warm salad with poached egg, vegetable soup minestrone - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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J'ai été manger et tout était vraiment bon . Le service était bien correct et même très agréable. Il fallait hausser le ton pour avoir des conversations mais sinon Un ambiance agréable. read more

This was a nice French spot with an enclosed (and actually warm) patio section and great service. The menu was huge and included an impressive variety of meat, seafood, and vegetarian options. The escargot and squid rings were both well cooked. The escargot was definitely a more creative dish, with basil foam, whereas the calamari was essentially just grilled with balsamic. Filet minion was a generously thick cut. My only disappointment was the drinks; wine pours were quite skimpy and cocktails were weak as well. Next time I'd probably try to get martinis to get a better value. read more

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Went with two coworkers at ~5:45 on a Tuesday with a reservation. Any later without a reservation and we would not have been seated - they were packed. The space was pleasant and not too noisy considering how busy they were. Our waiter was excellent. He gave us time to drink our cocktails before ordering dinner and didn't try to upsell us on dessert (we still ordered more than we needed). Everything we had was tasty. I had the dernier mot, a gin-based cocktail with lime. The beef cheeks were tender and flavorful. Both of our desserts were great - pain perdu is a standard on their menu and pudding chomeur was the dessert of the week. read more

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The best restaurant we had in Montreal. We were looking for tartare and found lemeac. Everything was amazing; we ordered the mussels with a lobster soup, salmon tartare, and the chocolate tart with ginger ice cream. The mussels were incredible -- the best mussels I've ever had. On top of that they gave such a LARGE portion. It doubled the typical mussel portion. The broth was buttery with a really savory flavor. The mussels so fresh and great. Lobster soup was divine, it was a cold milk soup with small bits of lobster. Salmon tartare was nice and creamy and you could tell the fish was also incredibly fresh. Amazing lunch, our best in Montreal. read more

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Leméac's food is always consistently good and the service is great despite it always being packed and busy. Price is on the higher side compared to other French restaurants of similar quality (in my opinion). I've tried the beef tartare with matchstick fries, salmon tartare (prepared the classic way as well as the truffle variation), crab cakes, pan seared scallops with fingerling potatoes and mujjol caviar, foie gras, braised beef (bourguignonne style) as well as the smoked herring salad. I like ordering beef and salmon tartare at most restaurants I go to (if it's an option) and theirs definitely doesn't disappoint. Though for the price point, the portion is on the smaller side. I loved the matchstick fries with the beef tartare as well, though they were so thin that it was hard to eat in an elegant manner (lol). I also adored the scallops and the smoked herring salad and would recommend it to others. Overall: 4.5 Food: 5 Service: 5 Value: 4 Ambiance: 5 read more

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Received a reference for the Sunday brunch at this restaurant. Extremely happy with the atmosphere, the wait staff as well as the cuisine. Definitely going to be a place I will visit again read more

Leméac remains one of my favourite local lunch/dinner spots. I went there earlier this week for lunch with a mixed group (ages and tastes). As always, everyone had a wonderful meal and it was quick, without feeling rushed, which is perfect for a weekday lunch. THE FOOD My father had the mushroom risotto. It was cooked to perfection. The Arborio was firm, but not hard, and the mushrooms were cooked just long enough to bring out all of that earthy flavour. My friend's mom had a modified chicken Caesar salad. The chicken is not pre-cooked, so expect to wait about 20 minutes if you order this dish. It's worth the wait! The best part is that since everything is made to order, you can get it the way you want it. We got it "sans lardons". My friend ordered the vegan dish: portobello miso and steamed veggies. Yum! I had my usual salmon tartare. It's one of my favourite things to have for lunch, and Leméac makes it two ways: classic or truffle. I had the truffle. Have the truffle! THE SERVICE It's clear that Leméac treats their staff well. As a result, service is top notch. Friendly, attentive Maître D takes you to your table, and whenever possible offers you a choice within your preferred section. We chose the terrasse. The wait staff probably share gratuities because anyone who notices that you may need assistance comes to your service. We were never kept waiting and everyone was helpful, professional, and attentive without feeling intrusive or cold. THE AMBIANCE We had beautiful weather, so we chose to enjoy outdoor seating. It is covered and shielded from street noise by a lovely trellis and hedge. It's also less noisy than the dining room, which can be a bit loud when it is busy. We are spoiled for choice in my neighbourhood, but I'm never disappointed by Leméac. read more

Contrary to the recent fad of restaurants that seem to prioritize aesthetic over quality @lemeac is subtle yet excellent. Our experience was splendid and each item we sampled was incredibly delicious and well prepared. A calm, relaxed, quiet setting is perfect for an early morning meal read more

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I've been to Lemeac 10+ times over the years for brunch and have never left disappointed! My personal favorites are their melt-in-your-mouth mini donuts, their poached egg blinis and their tartlett! Service is also top notch. Trust me, you can't really go wrong with any selection on their menu!! read more

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Lovely french restaurant with gentile service and excellent menu and wine list. Restaurant was full of a great crowd of all ages. Sweet ambiance. read more

Celebrated a friend's birthday at Leméac and it was great! They were kind enough to oblige to our request to surprise her with a candle when they brought her dessert plate in and then we sang happy birthday! The server was also very helpful when we asked for recommendations on the menu and wine pairing. read more

Leméac - Herb crusted calf liver, potato purée and caramelized onions - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Really good, really solid bistro/brasserie food, with a nice brunch on the weekend (where you can also order from the regular lunch menu, unlike some other places). Was really looking forward to the blood pudding here, as that's not a usual menu item even in Montreal - that was good, but not transcendent. Top notch, enjoyable tartares and oysters. Would love to give their calf's liver a try sometime. read more

We dined at Lemeac last week while in Montreal and had an excellent dinner in this busy French bistro. Our server, Kevin, was fantastic! We were a table of 4 and everyone ordered starters... Arugula & Fennel salads, crab cakes & I ordered the Panko crusted goat cheese, apple and walnut salad which was so good I could have ordered another and been good for the night! After a week of fine dining, my hubby opted for the Mediterranean fish soup to go with his salad and he felt it was the perfect amount of food. Our mains included the Mushroom Ravioli and 2 orders of the Mussels with pots of fries. The mussel serving was ENORMOUS! My friend and I could have easily split the dish with plenty of mussels for our husbands to share, too. For dessert we split the Lemon curd tart and the Chocolate tart with ginger ice cream. Yum! Our friends are wine lovers and he was very impressed with the extensive wine selection. I don't drink but everyone else seemed to enjoy the bottle chosen immensely! Kevin was invited to taste it as well. When back in Montreal we would definitely return to Lemeac! read more

We love LEMEAC!!!!!!! Food is delicious and service is always great! We had Sunday brunch and we took our baby as well. Host was so polite to help us with the stroller. Outdoor seating is chic and cute! We always enjoy to come back to Benoit. Note to the restaurant: Thanks to the hostess that walked 2 blocks to bring me the phone I left at the restaurant! I really appreciate it. Always classic, always elegant. Beautiful experience every time! read more

Leméac - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Really enjoyed the food here. It was even better because we were able to get the late night menu which was discounted. The calamari was excellent. I wish I got the mussels, but I got the steak instead which was also so so good. read more

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Food is okay. Not impressive but still very tasty. I do not recommend the duck breast, for this level of price, they could do better than that read more