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!!

We had just learned that the hotel where we thought we had a reservation didn't know who we were so…read morenot a great mood. However, the comfortable atmosphere and friendly service helped. Then, we got our food and the stress drained away. I got the breakfast sandwich which sound boring but was GREAT!! I don't know how they made it so good. My wife got the pancake with white chocolate ganache, raspberries and pistachios was also amazing. Not too sweet, just a great flavor! It's a small place with a short menu but it's worth every penny!!

There comes a point during every sightseeing day when a small dog must put his paw down…read more We had been walking all over Old Montréal, exploring the shops and those beautiful cobblestone streets. Very charming. Very historic. Very hard on tiny legs. So when we spotted the outdoor terrace at Buvette Pastek, I authorized an immediate rest period. Excellent decision. The terrace sits right along rue Saint-Paul, in the middle of all the Old Montréal activity. But what really caught our attention was the beautiful canopy overhead. It has this intricate, almost paper-cut appearance that filters the light and makes the whole terrace feel especially pretty. There were also hanging plants and string lights. comes a point during every sightseeing day when a small dog must put his paw down. We had been walking all over Old Montréal, exploring the shops and those beautiful cobblestone streets. Very charming. Very historic. Very hard on tiny legs. So when we spotted the outdoor terrace at Buvette Pastek, I authorized an immediate rest period. Excellent decision. The terrace sits right along rue Saint-Paul, in the middle of all the Old Montréal activity. But what really caught our attention was the beautiful canopy overhead. It has this intricate, almost paper-cut appearance that filters the light and makes the whole terrace feel especially pretty. There were also hanging plants and string lights. Mom was delighted. I was mostly delighted that we had stopped walking. Mom ordered a glass of wine while Dad decided to continue his research into Québec beverages with a local beer. Someone has to support the regional economy. They also brought out a small basket of bread with butter, which immediately became the subject of my attention. I watched. I waited. I conducted a detailed assessment of the bread-sharing situation. My findings will remain confidential. We didn't have a full meal because this visit was strictly about resting our paws, but the menu looked wonderful and definitely made Mom and Dad consider staying longer. For me, though, this stop accomplished exactly what was required: a comfortable place to sit outside with my humans, take in the atmosphere of Old Montréal and recover before someone inevitably announced that it was time to start walking again. Dogba's verdict: 3 paws out of 5. Old Montréal location: beautiful Cobblestone-street atmosphere: extremely Montréal Outdoor terrace: lovely Cutout canopy overhead: gorgeous Mom's wine break: successful Dad's local beer research: ongoing Bread basket: closely monitored People watching: excellent Tiny-leg recovery: desperately needed Menu reconnaissance: return visit warranted Would I return? Absolutely--and next time I vote that we actually eat. Although I would also like to formally propose a new Old Montréal tourism policy: For every kilometer of cobblestones, Dogba receives one hour at Buvette Pastek. Seems fair.

Omg! Beauriful ambiance. This place is amazing. T The duck…read morewas amazing. The beet salad was huge and famtastic. We were visiting and didn't know if thos eas any good but it was a crazy good surprise...Highly recommend!

Incredible dining experience. Wonderful atmosphere and incredibly delicious food. Service was…read moreimpeccable.

Thanks Lena and Emile…read more Great time...awesome mixes. Great food and atmosphere. Even in the rain. See you next time

I must say that I was a bit disappointed in my dining experience. The view was unremarkable. Yes…read morewe saw the river but it was obscured by ugly rooftops and their air conditioning units. As for the food, the ceviche was tasty but not what i expected. I prefer a more traditional style. The lobster roll was Ok but overpriced and overloaded with mayonnaise as you can see from the photo. Service was OK. Given the unimpressive views and the overpriced food I think you could do much better elsewhere. Maybe I'm spoiled by NYC terraces. One last note...their website describes a dress code however practically everyone was in jeans and sneakers.

Always a solid lunch spot in Montreal…read more Incredible top notch service. Beautiful garden views. Delicious food. A "must visit" whenever in town.

I had breakfast at Maison Boulud during my short stay at the Ritz-Carlton Montreal. The restaurant…read moreis attached to the hotel, so it seemed correct we dine here before checking out. That being said, we made the short walk from our room to start the day. Maison Boulud is one of several restaurants by chef Daniel Boulud. In addition to this location in Montréal, I believe there's another one in Singapore. The restaurant conveniently has an entrance off the lobby, though it also has its own dedicated entrance on the street. The interior was mostly empty when we arrived, mainly because it was a lovely day and most patrons (including us) opted to sit in their outdoor area. The decor is top tier - high end finishes with interesting art and pops of color throughout. The outdoor area was semi-enclosed with lovely views of foliage and a small pond with ducks swimming...aww! For breakfast, they offered the option of a la carte or their buffet. We opted for the latter, which was quite abundant. There was a great selection of traditional breakfast offerings like scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, yogurt, and fruit. They also had some interesting pastries and breads, plus an omelette station. Everything I tried was delicious. Service was great, we were taken care of promptly and despite it being self-service, we never felt ignored. Overall, I had a great experience at Maison Boulud. I don't think I got the quintessential experience as I was only here for breakfast, but I would definitely return for another meal.

Was wonderfully surprised by this restaurant at the Westin. Dinner was beautifully presented, and…read moreservice was good. The breakfast I had, avocado toast here was just ok. I did like the big windows almost covering most of the wall. The waitress was kind and was able to help me choose between 2 entrees.

My coworker and I, stayed at Le Westin and visited their Gazette restaurant just for dessert, after…read morea late lunch. Though we were quite full, we still wanted to satisfy the craving for something sweet. We ordered the chocolate torte and almond cake, and I must say both were visually appealing and tasted absolutely phenomenal. The almond cake paired with Chai tea caramel was to die for. The restaurant itslef has a cozy atmosphere with elegant interior décor and comfortable vibes. The service staff were very polite and friendly throughout our visit, helping us with recommendations on what to order.

We stopped to grab some food and drinks at the bar here while we were walking around Montreal. The…read morerestaurant had a nice location next to an outdoor rink. It was definitely an upscale vibe and we felt slightly underdressed wearing hockey jerseys, but were still able to enjoy our experience. Some of the menu had English translations for the items, but other items were only listed in French. They offered a nice cocktail and mocktail menu, although they were out of one of the mocktail options. I ordered the endive salad which was good, but the dressing had a slightly overpowering spicy mustard flavor. I also had the French onion soup, which had a nice herby flavor but unfortunately the toast was burnt. My husband had the carpaccio, which he raved about.

After an outdoor skate on a frigid night we wandered into the rink adjacent brasserie to warm up…read more We found a corner with a super comfortable couch to enjoy some creative drinks and a delicious lemon Meringue pie.

We only ate breakfast here Food was delicious…read moreService was good but not great Setting is fine for a Marriott hotel but nothing special Coffee is good : )

I rarely give 1-star reviews, this is going to be only the 9th out of 358 as of this writing…read more However, after six mornings of breakfast at Commodore during a week-long stay at the Honeyrose, I've got to call it like it is: the service here is impressively terrible. It started off mildly annoying. On day one, I just wanted a croissant. Turns out that's not included in the "free" bonvoy/marriott breakfast, and they won't be flexible. Fine. The rest of the week I ordered the full continental: tomatoes, cheese, fruit, yogurt, ham, and (oh yes) a croissant - I'll eat the croissant and you can dispose of the rest I guess - maliciously compliant I suppose, but unnecessary and wasteful. That was annoying, but the rest? Just an awful experience. On day two, we never got water or juice so we had to ask a manager about our drinks, we had to get up to hunt someone down for butter after they dropped off our food and scurried away, then again to get the bill, and finally yet once more to get the bill fixed because they forgot to comp the breakfast. Days three and four somehow got worse. It was frequently 10+ minutes before anyone appeared. When someone did show up, they acted annoyed that we needed anything at all. One day we timed it: 14 minutes before a single staff member came back to the floor after seating us. On the one day we did have plenty of time to sit; we thought we would order morning drinks but the espresso martini we got turned out to be so bad we literally could not drink it, and it obviously had no alcohol in it. Despite our having time to spare, the staff managed to take so long to serve us that we ended up just trying to get out and not even arguing about the drink we couldn't stomach, we just wanted someone...anyone, to come around so we could get our check and leave. This is not a large restaurant and there were always at least two servers and a manager on the floor, yet the place somehow felt completely abandoned. Every staff member, including management, seemed aggressively disinterested in the fact that this is a functioning restaurant where people expect basic service. The space itself looks nice, but that's about the only compliment I can give. You'd be better off paying for breakfast elsewhere, even if this place is "free." I want to add an updated note: the last two days everything was remarkably better, so much so that the entire experience was different and it honestly didn't feel like the same restaurant. If our experience had been this way the entire time, it would have easily been four, likely even five stars. Hopefully they were just unusually short staffed or something and our last two days is more representative of the normal experience you can expect here. They do have gluten free toast available, which is also a positive.