Came here because we heard the chef was leaving. A little sad that we discovered this so late. Chef Arnaud came out right at the beginning to greet us which was nice. However, I was a little disappointed that this was the only time we got to see him as we couldn't interact with him regarding some of his dishes. Decor is nice, dark and upscale. Standouts included: Le Homard - Nova Scotia Lobster, Coffee Papagayo, Plantain, Sweet-Pepper: Excellent dish that chef has won an award for. Fantastic flavours top to bottom. I think having caviar at the top would have made it even better though. Le Pithivier - Beef Wellington "À la Française", Foie Gras, Spinach, Mushrooms, Beef Jus : I added this for $80 and it was delightful. As an add on i I suggest sharing this as it is substantial. However the taste is excellent. Foie gras instead of pate is a very nice touch. Le Campignon consists of a Mueller (finely chopped mushroom mixture) was also excellent. read more

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Lucie is a Michelin-recommended (2024 and 2025) upscale French restaurant, serving modern French cuisine. The Chef is Arnaud Bloquel. This review is for our visit on 2025-01-24. Sorry for the delay. I forgot about it. We went for lunch on a Fri aft. Apparently they are nit very busy on a Fri lunchtime ever since the pandemic. All the dishes were a work of art and tasted really good. Look at my photos and videos! The vibe was one of elegance. 1. Amuse Bouche (complimentary). 2. The Pursuit Chardonnay 3oz ($15.00). 3. Le Champignon ($37.00). Mushrooms variation, Coffee, "Cafexlate" Chocolate. 4. Le Canard ($56.00). Duck "A l'Orange", Carrot Ravioli, Orange & Honey Reduction. 5. Set lunch ($75.00). 5a. Le Homard. 5b. Le Cabillaud. 5c. La Noisette. 6. Petit Four (complimentary). The service was excellent. The Amuse Bouche is a savoury egg custard with truffle and a breadstick wrapped in lard. My wife drank the Chardonnay so I can't comment about it. Le Campignon consists of a Mueller (finely chopped mushroom mixture) of Porcini and Shiitake mushrooms, Armagnac and Mushroom Espuma, Cremini Carpaccio (thin slices), "Cafexlate" Chocolate, in a Porcini Consome. It is an appetizer made to look like a floating lotus flower. So delicious! Le Canard consists of Duck Magret glazed with honey and orange, Confit Carrot and Basil Ravioli, and a Orange and Honey Reduction sauce. Duck Magret is the rich, meaty breast of a Moulard Duck, raised for fois gras, known for its steak-like texture, deep red colour, and generous fat cap. It was cooked medium-rare along with crispy skin. It doesn't have a gamey taste. Le Homard is Nova Scotia Lobster Stuffed Ravioli, Pecan Cream, in an Emulsified Lobster Bisque, and Fresh Tarragon. Le Chabillaud consists of seared Lingcod, Spinach and Lemon Confit Mousseline, Confit Fennel, Fresh Fennel, and a Creamy Poultry Reduction with Caviar Jus. They actually put caviar in the Jus; how extravagant! A Lingcod is neither a Ling nor a Cod! It tastes like a mild, slightly sweet white fish with a buttery flavour, firm texture, with large moist flakes. La Noisette consists of Torrefied Hazelnuts, Choux Pastry, and Vanilla Ice Cream. It was artistically plated. The Petit Four was served in a specially craft box with drawers, holding three different bite-sized desserts. Unfortunately they only gave me one of each because by that time, my wife had to go back to work; it seems they usually give one of each per person. There is free WiFi. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. There is one gender-neutral washroom. There is paid neighbourhood street parking. Review 2026-001 read more

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My husband took me here as a surprise for my birthday. There was a slight mix up, because the check-in host had thought we were under a different reservation name - but that was swiftly cleared up after my husband went back to the host to clear up the issue. This is how I knew the staff was very attentive - each reservation may have some unique allergies and when seated, the staff clearly goes through each item and discusses replacements for the allergies. I however, only had a shellfish allergy which is not a primary ingredient in their course menu. I unfortunately do not have pictures of each and every course (I was a little too excited & savored the moment). But my FAVORITES and most unique were: - Trout avocado crudo - mixed berry compote and bread pairing with the cheeses - beef wellington - ALL the desserts I forget the specific names of the dishes...so bear with me here. The trout crudo shocked me the most because I didn't think trout could take on such a rich and butter flavor. It paired well with all the accoutrements provided (some thin crisps and the sauces). The mixed berry compote was AMAZING, and paired so so well with the cheeses. The cheeses themselves were also very unique and good, but the mixed berry compote tied it all together. The main entree, beef wellington (french version) was honestly one of the best beef wellingtons i've had in Toronto. The puff pastry was very well made and the execution from the team was highlighted here! The pastry did not break when slicing into it (THIS is my pet peeve actually, when the puff pastry gets wet from the duxelle and beef) and it held together SO WELL. The beef was amazingly tender and each bite was so harmonious. The star for me is the beef itself and the puff pastry, i am so shocked at how well the team made this entree! And ALL of the desserts were amazing, I can't write enough how well the team made the desserts. Each factor, visuals, texture, taste were all unique. My honest opinion, there should be a specific dessert course menu . I would definitely come back to try another course menu when given the opportunity. I can't express enough how thoughtful and precise the team was and how well executed the vision of the chef was. Lucie is one of the restaurants that I would come out of my way for a special occasion ( as a girl living in the GTA, this means a lot ) read more

I've learnt a very valuable lesson here: that some French cuisine needs to be enjoyed by a special kind of connoisseur (in which group I am not included). My workplace took a longtime client to this upscale restaurant - thinking we would splurge on something fancy - and watched in increasing horror as her expression vividly displayed her gradually losing all patience. Quite fascinating, honestly. The menu showed about 7-8 courses - perhaps that should have been our warning. The canapés arrived after an appropriate wait and we all exclaimed over the delicately pretty dish, which offered a unique combination of flavours and textures. Being bitesized, this was finished in under 5 minutes. The amuse-bouche looked equally stunning but did not taste as impressive, a bit on the bland size. Then came an unexpectedly long 30 minute wait for our first main course, followed by almost equally long waits for the other courses. At around the two hour mark we signalled to the server to speed up the service but the meal was finished only after three hours. To clarify, the food was lovely - there is no doubt at all that tremendous thought had gone into every single detail and every dish was a feast for the eyes. The waitstaff we had was polite and accommodating (to the best of his ability). But because the pacing of the service was so long, I don't think we could enjoy everything to the fullest. Hence, I wouldn't recommend this place for lunch - unless you and your group are all prepared to miss work in the afternoon. read more

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If you want to enjoy truly great French food in the heart of downtown Toronto, I'd highly recommend this spot. There are many places around, but the service and atmosphere here really stand out. I honestly went in with low expectations since it was just mentioned in the Michelin guide, but it completely surpassed them. The food was flavorful and beautifully presented, the servers were warm and attentive, and the open kitchen added a sense of cleanliness and trust that I really appreciated. What impressed me most was how balanced everything felt--the quality of the dishes, the thoughtful wine pairing suggestions, and the cozy yet modern vibe of the dining room. It's one of those places where you feel taken care of from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave. Definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a memorable fine dining experience read more

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This is going to sound strange, but Lucie's hospitality reminds me of an immigrant parents' love towards their children. The care they show may not be excessively warm, attentive, or frequent, but deep down you can sense they care and will nurture where it matters most. For example, they ensure you don't make any rash decisions while hungry. Before you're even presented with a menu or asked about drink preferences, Lucie ensures you're hydrated with water and fed. A structure of canapés is presented that pays tribute to Chef Arnaud Bloquel's grandfather who tended to the family farm. After his morning tasks, he'd sit under an apricot tree enjoying the fruits of his labor. And hence, our first bites contain ingredients that could be found on a farm: A tube made from crispy potato filled with duck terrine and tartare. It's a bite mixed with flavours and textures, awfully delicate but hearty as well. The thumb of toasted brioche with radish and cheese wasn't as great but offered an earthy rustic flavour that screamed of rural life. And lastly, a sweet pea tart that looks light but covers a bed of herring mousse, so you're greeted with a smoky briny punch. If your interest and taste buds weren't present, they will be after these first bites. Now let's start talking menus. Once I saw the words 'beef Wellington', I knew the L'Experience Pithivier tasting menu ($160 per person) was the way to go. We decided against the wine pairing ($80 for half pairing and $130 for full) and treated ourselves to a glass of champagne instead ($45 for a glass of Perrier-Jouet Grand Brut). The champagne cart was pushed over and the glasses poured with efficiency and without fan fare. Once whisked away, I looked down and was delighted by the procession of bubbles that rose from the specially dimpled glasses. The sommelier didn't need to point out the feature, like an immigrant parent he allowed us to discover the special touches ourselves. Not long after ordering an amuse bouche arrives: a dome filled with refreshing trout tartare topped with a vibrant basil sorbet that's unexpectedly creamy and adds a wonderful element to the dish. With a choice of two starters, the l'asperge verte offered me a taste of hopefully the first fruits of Ontario asparagus. The tender spears were lightly barbecued and adorned with a rich egg yolk sauce and lemon foam. On the side, a tart that's described as being hazelnut based and topped with caviar - an atypical combination that works and was flavourful but light. This is a long review head to Gastro World for the rest of read more

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This French restaurant has some of the best service, and the food resembles art. Every morsel is a delicious experience and will transport you to Europe. We had the blind 7 course tasting menu, and while I am not normally a seafood fan, nor an exotic meat fan, every dish was so incredibly flavourful and decadent. I loved the atmosphere, with muted blue leather benches, the plates are ornate and the cutlery is beautiful. This is a restaurant you come to in order to celebrate special occasions. The Chef comes out to greet you and even brings some of the dishes out himself. The menu is seasonal and changes every three months. I enjoyed the venison, the foie gras, the scallops and lobster. Be prepared to be WOWED at this Michelin recommended restaurant. read more

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Lucie is on the list of Michelin selected good cooking restaurant and I finally tried this restaurant recently. All the dishes here were beautifully presented but with small portion and relatively pricey. Expect $100+ per person for small eater. They offered both a la carte and set menu for lunch. I got the 3-course menu for $75 plus they charge $9 for sparkling water. The meal came with complimentary trout appetizer and bread. The trout was sour and tasted especially refreshing with the flavour of the strawberry cubes, very suitable for the hot weather. The bread was okay but not wowing. My friend ordered the trout for appetizer and my set menu had the scallop as appetizer. Both were super delicious! The scallop dish again had refreshing taste highlighted by the green mango and the scallop was very fresh. For mains, I chose the trout with peas. Green peas were suitable for the season but it had canned vegetable taste and the trout was not as fresh as I expected. I didn't enjoy the main dish as much as the appetizers. The set meal came with a pear sorbet plus a pear shaped chocolate dessert stuffed with pear and cream. It was beautiful but the taste was ordinary. The creamy flavour overpowered the taste of the chocolate. I actually enjoyed the complimentary desserts much more than the pear chocolate. They were served in a "mystery box" with desserts hidden in different drawers. The macaroon and the two chocolate desserts were all very good, and went quite well with their good quality latte. Lucie generally offers good service, delicious food with smaller portion which is very suitable for girls' date. For gentlemen, I would suggest to order meat dish for mains or choose 4-course menu at least considering the small size of the dish. read more

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Just walked in knowing it will likely be good and wow... one of the few restaurants that I can say has kept up its original levels and maybe even improved... so good. Excellent all around and so much attention to detail. Amazing. It was just last week when I had a French dinner at another well known resto in the city... but the menu was not adjusted for the season or the weather. So I was sort of ambivalent about going but it was really well done for summer. Desserts are the best here- always. Can't rave enough about them. Recommend! read more

Lucie is best visited when someone else is paying. It can get quite expensive. Some justified, the food, and some not so much, the wine and water prices. There is no denying that the artistry of the dishes is impressive and a culinary adventure. Table for four on a Saturday night. We all had the 3 course set menu. There is no a la carte options. It's either a 3 course or 6 course meal. We had the 3 for $140 each. While it's 3 courses the chef includes some additional surprises along the way that were the highlight of the meal. They also do a great job of explaining the ingredients in each dish to enhance the experience. To start, after a first chef surprise, I had the Foie Gras which was melt in your mouth good. The other three had the Venison Ravioli (Raviolo would be more accurate - only one served). They all seemed impressed. As a main we each had the Le Canard - Duck "A l'orange". This was good. Duck is always a favorite of mine. For dessert I had the Choux Pastry, Hazelnut Praline. While it didn't wow me I did enjoy it. The Chocolat dessert was likely the way to go. The dishes are all small but they did offer bread to help fill us up. We did have a mishap on the wine. First, while the menu is impressive with wines ranging to $10K a bottle I found that the options for Reds around $150 were limiting. We did choose one but it was off or as their Sommelier called it "rude". Oddly he gave the impression that they were aware of issues with this wine but still were serving it. He did graciously bring out two other bottles that were not on the menu at the same price range to choose from. The second bottle was fine but since it was brought directly from the cellar it was served too cold. Had to wait quite some time until it was drinkable. Perhaps the wine pairing at $95 each was a better way to go. Another small item that bothered me was San Pellegrino at $9 a bottle. It's a bit rich and unnecessary. I'm well aware of what that water really costs. At least get a more exotic French water if you'd like to charge that much. Service was impeccable. Ambiance wise it really feels more like it's meant for an executive business lunch - and ideally one where someone else is paying. read more

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Great experience! My colleagues and I had come here for lunch and we had an amazing meal. We 3 of us got the le bouef , and one got the scallop and couple Caesar salads. From the first dish- we got started with dish with a bread stick with sauce inside an eggshell. That was very tasty. Then we got our salads and then the main. The main le bouef was cooked to perfection and was very tasty. Lastly our meal ended off with complimentary macarons and chocolate which all were very very tasty. We loved the meal and definitely will come back. Experience and service was excellent. read more

This review is for the lunch prix fixe. I have been meaning to try this spot after the very positive feedback from the food forum community. Good stuff as I was so impressed that I will come back dinner soon. The ambiance is very nice though I don't recall what occupied this spot before. It's even connected to the path if you are inclined not to leave it certain parts of the year. I have egg, scallops and lemon dessert set. All of the items including the freebie of bread were very good. One can do quite bad in this area for similar priced lunch. Place holder for now for a return dinner. Highly recommended read more

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I had the pleasure of visiting Lucie with a friend for a collaborative dinner tasting featuring a guest chef from Antler. Every dish was beautifully presented and tasted exceptional--not a single one disappointed us. The ambiance was elegant and inviting, perfect for a special occasion or a memorable evening out. Lucie is definitely a high-end dining experience, so be prepared to spend over $100 per person. Our tasting menu for the evening was $350 each, but it was absolutely worth every penny. Great service as well, every dish was given an explanation of what it was and how the chef intended it to taste. Definitely a restaurant I'd recommend for a night of fine dining! read more

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We went here for a birthday dinner and the ambiance is laidback and upscale. The service here is impeccable, they really pay attention to detail and go above and beyond. A lot of the staff speak French and are very knowledgeable on the food and wine. We did a 6 course tasting menu that included some free little tasters from the chef. The presentation is spectacular and all dishes used elevated ingredients. For a special occasion, I highly recommend going to Lucie! read more

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LOVED not only the food but the whole exceptional, fine French dining experience. My partner booked this restaurant for my birthday. We were discussing on whether we should go for Table d'Hôte (multi-course meals with only a few choices, $130) or Tasting Menu ($220 with more choices) for a few days (!) and we decided on Table d'Hote as we were interested in their cocktails (they were exceptional as well!) and wines besides the food. Also, we joked that, if we were younger - we would go for the Tasting Menu plus whatever the drinks we want - we know our stomach is not as big as a decade ago lol. We were right - SUPER satisfied with everything - food, drinks and services - the whole experience! After we ordered, enjoying the cocktails (Lucie Royale & Emotion Noire - both excellent, esp liked Emotion Noire), we were greeted by the chef. The following appetizers (not in the menu) were brought to the table before the actual course started. - Canapés (Rabbit confit) - Amuse-bouche (Buckwheat based soup with smoky bacon and roasted almond with egg croutons - OMG) - Les Entrées (Jelly with crab meat, formed cheese on top with caviar) - A wheel of Parmigiano snack Then the Table d'Hôte course started - Our choices are the following. # Les Entrées - Le Foie Gras : It came in the form of Terrine with a distinct flavor of truffle. Came with a brioche. - Le Boeuf : Tasty and enjoyable. The taste of fresh beef is enhanced by a hint of smoked seafood flavor. LOVED it. # Les Plats - Le Homard (Whole Nova Scotia lobster, confit potato, Comté cheese Armagnac and arabica sauce). I enjoyed the sauce that is condensed with lobster, brandy and a hint of coffee taste. - L'Agneau (Provencal Roasted Ontario lamb rack, green olive cream, Chickpea, reduction jus). Super tender, came in with different parts of lamb. # Les Desserts - Le Citron - Le Café Moka All the food had innovative and perfect combination of taste, flavor and textures, which not only hits the 5 senses of tastes, but stimulates visual sensation as well - all the presentations were meticulously artistic. At the end, we were served with a complimentary dessert for me, a birthday gal (lol) - marshmallows and chocolate - upscale version of smore - and a lovely birthday card! The gentleman who attended our table was entertaining and friendly. The sommelier was knowledgeable and her suggestion was to the point. Food was served well timed. One of the best dining experiences that I ever had. Thank you! read more

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I was visiting Toronto for a work trip. After looking at local restaurants and not being particularly impressed with the selections, I opted for southern French cuisine, one of my favorites. They had a low key 4 course tasting menu at the bar that caught my eye. It came with a bunch of extra's from the chef. Throughout the meal, I kept googling to see if they had a Michelin star. I've dined at so many and this one had all the components. Great service, cool ambience, and creatively delicious food. One way I've always found food to be Michelin level is that each bite brings forth flavors that change throughout the duration of the bite. This one definitely had it. Pricing was great for this level of food. I would definitely experience this before they get that Michelin star, because it'll be at least double. read more

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The highlights were the beef wellington and la noisette dessert which had choux pastry. The bread offering was nice too. The rest of the meal didn't taste good. Friendly service. The ambiance is nice but kinda boring. read more

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Went here with friends. Service was top notch from the hostess to sommelier and wait staff. The food is intricate and very pretty. The dishes were good taste wise and good deal for 3 course meal at $130 with some dishes needing additional cost. Ordered the beef tartare which was ok as well as duck. The pecan dessert was the best out of all 3. read more

amazing ambiance and hospitality service, you truly feel so welcomed and taken care of the entire night ! we ordered the table d'hote and enjoyed every dish that came our way! the lobster and duck were among the best we've ever had and was explained in detail before every serving. read more

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We came here to celebrate Valentine's Day and I hadn't had French cuisine for quite a while, so I was pleasantly surprised by the experience that I had here. We had a special tasting menu for Valentine's and I thought it was slightly underwhelming. One of the courses contained a vegetable broth and it was a bit too salty for my taste. The 2 most memorable courses by far were the quail and rabbit, which complimented each other well. What redeemed some of the more underwhelming courses was the beautiful presentation of them. As a foodie, I had a great time just taking pictures of each course as they came! The service was impeccable and the staff were attentive and friendly throughout the whole experience. It was clear that they were all very knowledgeable and paid attention to every little detail. Overall, the experience was quite pleasant and I'll be back to try the regular tasting menu! read more

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The food, service, attention to detail, and overall atmosphere was incredible. Having each of the courses presented and described to us was as interesting as the food was delicious! read more

Lucie - Tartar - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Each part of the lunch was excellent. Caesar salad, ratatouille, mashed potatoes, salmon, baguette - all truly excellent. Service was simultaneous, outstanding and friendly. The only reason this is 4 but not 5 stars is because I wasn't told my salmon dish was cold. It was still excellent but I wasn't expecting a good dish. This is an experience to be savored! read more

Food was delicious. A very fine dining experience! The staff is attentive and friendly. Plan on a romantic evening!

Ah, la grande cuisine française!!! Merci Yannick Bigourdan for returning French gastronomy to toronto. The menu features both eye pleasing and mouth watering presentations with impeccable service in the great tradition of la grande gastronomie. The only reason for 4 vs 5 stars is a somewhat cold and concrete room which does not do Justice to the warmth of the food and a smaller wine list that will hopefully expand as Lucie takes its rightful place among Toronto's top tables. Bravo! P read more

Went for my husbands birthday! The food and wait staff were amazing. Toronto needed more French cuisine, and I am glad we finally got it! Will be back! read more

AMAZING food and service!! If you're a foodie and enjoy great food, you must go!!!! Everything was amazing!!!! Can't wait to go back! read more

Lucie - Amazing cocktails! The duck was so delicious! Every dish was so delicious! Thank you Adly for the amazing service! - French Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I have been to multiple French restaurants and honestly this one wasn't the best. Food tasted average and our palate was left craving for more depth in flavours. The service however was top notch! read more