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Makro

3.9 (28 reviews)
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Grilled octopus, Brussels sprouts
Julie C.

I can always count on Makro for good food and service. The ambiance has gotten a bit more "trendy" over the years (especially in the summer) but I also love coming here when it is a bit more quiet on week nights for the coziness and the intimacy. Their grilled octopus is a staple but we also love the sides here (especially the charred beets, Brussels sprouts) and they always have good ceviche or crudo. Overall, everything is on the pricier side for value but the ambiance and service is usually quite nice so this is to be expected. Makro is Grinder's sister restaurant that offers more seafood options whereas Grinder offers more meat options. Food: 5 Service: 4.5 Ambiance: 4.5 Value: 3 Overall: 4

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Neil S.

Nice venue. Host, manager, busboy very nice, bartender had alot of unnecessary attitude. Music is very loud and you can not have a conversation here, at least at dinner. Decent location, but better options in the neighbourhood.

Spicy tuna tartare
Marie-Anne P.

I went to Makro for a work function and the meal was paid for, so I can't comment on its affordability. Makro is a fish restaurant for people who don't necessarily go out of their way to eat fish. It's beautifully upscale with a great candlelit atmosphere, an attentive service, a huge wine list and a whole array of seafood and fish dishes. I had spicy tuna tartare (a absolute must, since it replicates a true tartare texture), seabass, Brussels sprouts with parmesan, fried yuca and a delightfully light mille-feuilles with some Spanish sweet moscatel. Despite being a fish sceptic I very much enjoyed all of the dishes, and even sampled their ribs, which were cooked to perfection much like their fish offering. I especially recommend this place for a very fancy date. Definitely dress up for the occasion!

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Jasmine M.

We found this place randomly since my friend was craving a surf and turf platter and we had decided to go. Reservations are essential of course and I would say the dress code is more smart casual for late lunch/ early dinner . The whole staff was super nice and welcoming and we were sitting near the hostess stand which was no problem since we had a really decent view of the whole restaurant and it was nice to see their aquarium in front of the kitchen as well. The drinks were delicious and would recommend and the food was amazing . The meat portion of the surf and turf we got it medium rare but it was more rare than medium , which wasn't a big issue for us but for someone who prefers strictly a certain cook or dietary restrain ( ie ibs) would be disappointed in that sense . The seafood itself was succulent and it was my friends first time trying octopus and the only word she could say was " wow " Sides : we ordered the Brussels sprouts and the beetroots because we needed veggies for balance. The Brussels sprouts were amazing and we regret not ordering them x2 since the beetroots were okay. The only reason why this was not given a 5 (but so close ) was for the following : 1) even though the restaurant was quiet at first and a little busy , as someone who worked as a bartender before, gossiping about staff at the hostess booth is just not it. I'm not saying not to talk, but don't gossip in front of clients because you never know who the client might be or their relationship to the person you're gossiping about. Overall though , would recommend and go back ! I've gone to their sibling restaurant , Grinder , as well and will post a review shortly !

Spicy tartare rice cake. Wooooooow must try
Natacha G.

Awesome place, we had a great experience. We went with a big group(18) for a friends bday. The waitress was super friendly and helpful. Thank god she suggested the taster menu for 60$ a person. We got to try out so many items from the menu, it was great! Food was excellent, quality was great you really get your moneys worth. We were scared to run out of food but they just kept the plates coming! I realized that they don't always suggest the taster menu and have some friends that had bad experiences there but definitely ask about it. So worth it! Everything was so delicious

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Alyssa Z.

This place was such a good vibe. The food and energy was immaculate. Everything we had was phenomenal and I will be recommending this place to anyone I know who comes to MTL. The corn esquites, and cauliflower were so so good. I had the grilled shrimp as my main, and it was so flavourful. The selection of wines were also so impressive. There is something for everyone here.

Makro drinks!
Monica M.

Went to Makro for my birthday & it was great! If you like octopus, Makro is the place to be. Perfectly done with delicious chimichurri sauce. Drinks are great too. The terasse is open during summer! Enjoy!

Mtl F.

If you're looking for a place with great seafood and a fun ambiance, this is the place! The staff is really friendly, the drinks are really good (especially their Clamato) and their seafood is fresh. I've had the oysters, shrimp, crab, octopus and lobster and all were delicious! The music is really good too and their terrace is perfect in the summer

The biggest grilled sea monster I have consumed to this day. Our table 1: 0 The Octopus
E C.

Pretentious? Perhaps. Really really good looking people serving you? Yes! A fantastic seafood menu? Hell yes! A beautiful spot to catch up with your swanky awesome friends? Yes indeed. Well, what can I say about this place? Had a fantastic dinner out - led to a downstairs secret hideaway bar that was super fun but did a tequila shot, turned into a pumpkin and had to go home. Oh hood in mamahood. But I will gladly do it again!!!! It was worth the pain and why we work hard - to enjoy life!

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Awesome environment, great food and so were the drinks. Service was friendly. Was there on a work invite so can't say for the affordability.

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Great and the service and ambiance are very good. Price points reasonable also I will be going back for sure

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Beautiful place, limited menu. Food tasteless !!! Atmosphere - cool party place.. it's more a bar then a restaurant.

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Always great service and food! Second time going and not disappointed. Highly recommend the octopus!

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Le Majestique - Oysters

Le Majestique

4.4(244 reviews)
3.3 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

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Terracotta Restaurant

4.7(19 reviews)
3.3 km•Plateau-Mont-Royal

We took a chance on Terracotta our first night visiting Montreal as they had amazing reviews and…read moreI've never tried Tunisian food so I was looking forward to it! We didn't have a reservation but the sweet man who greeted us found us a table very fast. This is a family owned business and you can tell how much pride and love they put into it. Both of the owners explained all the dishes to us and were so helpful in making our decisions. We started with the lemonade which is house made by their own mother every day. It had a different type of sweetness to it, almost like it was made with honey instead of sugar but I really enjoyed it. We also got the Trio of Salads which were so good! A few of them were a bit spicy but nothing we couldn't handle. They also kept the bread coming which I never hate! We also split the Tuna Brik and it was amazing! For our mains we had the Honey Lamb which was covered in pistachios. The lamb fell right of the bone and was so tender. We also tried the Ojja which is more of an elevated Shakshuka - dipping the bread in the sauce was a highlight at the end. Overall, this was such a unique meal with wonderful flavors. The owners service was the true stand out of this meal. They really do provide a wonderful experience for all of their guests.

Greeted by very friendly staff! They were excited to share their culture and delicious food with…read moreus, providing delicious recommendations. Everything was just divine! This might be some of the best restaurant eats I've had in a long time. The lamb was just falling off the shank. The bread was warm and sopped up all the delicious juices. I would come back if ever in the area again. There's even an option for traditional seating. Highly recommend!

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Seau de Crabe

4.1(10 reviews)
14.8 km•Laval

Sometimes something g is good you just keep coming back to it. Away the crane in no different the…read morefood always hits the spot. I genuinely crave eating here at least once every few weeks and with price that aren't unaffordable I often give into those cravings. You can always switch up your side your mains or your favouring so there's never really the opportunity to be bored either! The staff always goes out of their way to make sure you are taken care of even though the restaurant is always busy! This spot is always a treat and worth coming to see !

What a great meal we had but the service sucked…read more We all god the same meal so it was easy half pound shrimp and you pick your sauce and heat. The part that really sucked they didn't have any corn ! Which is terrible. I had to get rice which I didn't end up eating. The lady at the counter was ignoring clients and the old people in front of us through their hands in the air when she decided to take a phone call while looking at them walking to the cash. She was just not happy to be there and very slow. Our food sat there for a little bit we kept making eye contact with her so she would know but just would look back at the food and then leave it. Someone came to take over for her as maybe they noticed that she wasn't happy. I won't lie tho the food was great the sauce the crab one with butter and lemon pepper was amazing! We all said we would all eat it again just pick up delivery or try the location in the West Island.

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Monarque - Bone marrow topped with escargot was 10/10

Monarque

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

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

Monarque is one of those restaurants where the service leaves a stronger impression than the food…read moreitself. After discovering Monarque in the Michelin Guide, we made a reservation during our time in Old Montréal, excited for an elevated dining experience with some adventurous dishes. We started with the bone marrow and also ordered the schnitzel, duck, and swordfish. The clear standout of the evening was the swordfish. Beautifully light and flaky, paired with a delicious couscous that gave the dish just enough substance without taking away from the delicate fish. It was easily my favorite bite of the night. The schnitzel and duck, however, didn't quite live up to the same standard. While both were good, I felt the heavier citrus-forward sauces did much of the work in bringing the dishes together rather than allowing the proteins themselves to shine. I appreciate a kitchen willing to experiment with less conventional dishes and bold flavor combinations, but some of these felt more interesting in concept than execution. The duck in particular is something I could have done without. Where Monarque truly excels is hospitality. The service was easily the highlight of our evening. The staff was incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and helpful in navigating the menu. This is the kind of establishment where if you drop your fork, someone is practically there with a replacement before you've had a chance to pick it up. The pacing was seamless, and the entire experience felt thoughtfully orchestrated. The atmosphere is elegant and formal, with dim lighting, white tablecloths, and an upscale setting that lends itself beautifully to an anniversary or special occasion dinner. My biggest hesitation comes down to the value. At this price point, I expect the food to be just as memorable as the service, and unfortunately, that wasn't quite the case for us. My verdict: 3/5 stars. Monarque is worth experiencing once, especially if you appreciate exceptional hospitality and an adventurous menu. But while I left impressed by the service, the food didn't earn a spot among my top-tier dining experiences. If you do visit, the swordfish would be my recommendation!

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Monarque - Kitchen view from our table!

Kitchen view from our table!

Monarque - Grilled squid

Grilled squid

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Damas - Shish Borek dumplings

Damas

4.7(517 reviews)
5.2 km•Outremont
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Wow! My friend and I came here to celebrate my birthday. We had heard great things and were not…read moredisappointed! We couldn't decide what to get so we both splurged on the tasting menu. It was one of only a few tasting menus I've tried. We weren't given a list of what to expect so each dish was a fun surprise. I will say, if you choose the tasting menu, come hungry! There is quite a bit of food and it definitely got harder to finish as the meal went on. You have the option to do a drink pairing with it as well. My friend did the mocktail pairing and she let me try some of her drinks. They were great! I found both of the cocktails I had weren't super balanced but I'm happy I tried them! One was super strong whereas the other tasted mostly of cilantro in a glass (bit was stunning!) I'll include photos of the food because it was excellent! After each dish we kept saying it was our favorite But if I had to pick three it would be the Fattouch Salad (so good!), the rack of lamb (incredibly tender), and the stat of the show and dessert of my dreams - the pistachio Ashra ice cream with Syrian Cotton Candy. Oh my goodness!! The service was a bit impersonal however we always had what we needed and they were very attentive and friendly albeit a tad rushed. The ambiance was lovely! Such a vibe in there! Highly recommend to anyone wanting a special and very delicious night out!

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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Guilt & Ivy - Lobster risotto

Guilt & Ivy

4.2(5 reviews)
3.1 km•Westmount, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce

My new favorite seafood restaurant in Montreal…read more.. we met up at 6pm on friday night, during happy hour. The happy hour specials are one dollar oysters and ten dollars for cocktails. It is very satisfying. One caveat though, the oysters tend to have shell bits in them so be careful. I ordered the risotto as my appetizer even though it was listed as a main. My main dish was octopus. The risotto was perfect, the rice was just right, mussels, tiger shrimps, calamari and lobster tail. it was well proportioned, you could have seafood in every bite until the last bit of rice, just perfect. The octopus, came with onions, capers and olives, not my favorite combo but I did enjoy the tanginess at the end, it did grow on me. Dessert was lava cake with ice cream. We asked to have it with ice cream and it was amazing. Already planning my return...

Always get excited when a new restaurant opens its doors but was very disappointed by this place…read more There's was nothing exciting about this place decor wise or even food wise. First when I had to reserve at this place they wanted credit card information which is fine because some restaurants do that nowadays but what I didn't like was that the cancelation should be done minimum 2 days in advance if not they charge you 25$ for each person, I find that ridiculous because last minute emergency do tend to happen sometimes. Second when we got there the hostess asked us if she could seat us at the bar saying that the bar is beautiful and all. The brings us to the bar section upstairs and seats us at a tiny little bar which seats 4 ppl(nothing amazing)... The 2 other ppl that were already seated at the bar had taken 1/3 of the space leaving us a very tight area to sit and we were not comfortable sitting there. We asked to be seated elsewhere, the place looked packed but there was a table available on the floor but they told us that the only other table they had for us was a table downstairs, we agreed because we didn't really mind where to seat as long as we had more space to breath. Also something that we didn't like was that the bartender asked us if we only speak English, so we weren't quite sure why he did that remark because he was able to converse with us. When we went downstairs we realized that our table was next to the open kitchen and also we were the only ppl from the restaurant that were seated there. Which we found really odd and felt like the outcast of the restaurant. We didn't want to complain to much because we always try to give the benefit of a doubt especially when it comes to new restos. I have this place a 3 star because of the drinks, they were very well made. I definitely recommend to get the east and ivy if you like lychee and also the guilt and ginger if you like ginger. For food we got the oysters, these were really good and opened by a girl just next to entrance by order. The oysters were fresh and I love the dill mignonette, which was different then other places. For mains we got the mussel and fries. Which was okay eatable, nothing amazing. We got the new York strip and asked for medium rare but the steak came medium. The pepper sauce was too thick to my liking. We also got a side of onion rings and mushrooms, the mushrooms were good, the batter of the onion rings were have any flavor and it was bland. The waitress was nice but not really attentive, like I said before we got seated alone downstairs and we were isolated from everyone so I'm guessing she wasn't really reminding herself to come check up on us more frequently I guess. The food was average nothing spectacular about the food here. Also we didn't really like the atmosphere. I don't know if we just went on a wrong day or this place is always like this. Overall it seems like this place is good for big groups and I also heard that this place is considered a superclub. The music we were hearing was mostly techno. I give them the benefit of doubt of they moving us to a bigger space and also the men that moved us I think it was the owner checked on us twice to see if we were okay which we appreciated. Personally I would not recommend this place nor I will go back. For the price the food is not worth it.

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Makro - seafood - Updated October 2026

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