I really wanted to like this place. Cute atmosphere, and the host and waitress were both so nice…read more But the pacing between courses was brutal, and the food didn't hold up. Sat down: 9:00pm First course - 9:12pm: Scallops. Usually one of my favorite appetizers, but these were slimy and way too fishy. Second course - 9:50pm: Seal. First time trying it, so I can't say if it was the prep or just not for me. It tasted like raw tuna (which I love), but had the chew of a tough steak -- nothing like the melt-in-your-mouth texture I was hoping for. Exception: the bread was good! Third course - 10:30pm: Duck. Not terrible, not great. I love duck when it's cooked right, but the fat wasn't rendered enough -- it tasted like it had cooled and started congealing. Everything was chewier than it should've been. Maybe it was an off night. I know French dining is slower paced, but usually the food is better. For me, as a solo diner, nearly 40 minutes between courses was rough, and the food didn't make up for it. Cute atmosphere, great service, but the food fell flat and I still walked out having spent nearly $140 CAN. Can't recommend.

Overall: A // 5 stars…read more Exciting restaurant at the forefront of farm to table modern cuisine with new takes on common ingredients in an effort to reduce waste. Love the vegetable-forward nature of the menu, with every dish sounding amazing, and executed to perfection. Their presentation is unbeatable. (Grilled Broccoli: A+) - Fascinating dish that hits all the taste buds, including bitterness from the raddachio, which was tamed beautifully by the sweet pear. The green crack sauce is a majestic herb cream, and when combined with the fermented tofu sauce, and the savory and garlicky breadcrumbs, this was a complex dish that hit several impressive and underutilized profiles. (Delicata Squash: A+) - Fascinatingly presented dish that uses the top of a squash to create a volcanic canvas, with a squash puree on the bottom, and flavorful pumpkin seeds tossed in a spiced tomato xo . Hidden inside is a tender piece of pork belly as well. I enjoy the squash forward notes, one more sweet, one more salty, and then paired with a crunch that parallels with their waste reduction initiative and a mild spice to add an occasional kick. (Seared Duck: A+) - Fresh, vibrant duck breast that follows a savory palette moreso than sweet. The duck is tender and well rendered with a thin layer of fat remaining to permiate flavor. It works particularly well with the white beet puree, which adds an intense grassiness. The sea buckthorn is an interesting saline acidic flavor bomb with a more citrusy note than capers. Food: +1 Presentation: +2 Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +2 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

An absolutely perfect dinner spot. We booked this last minute and we were looking for a nice…read morerestaurant for a group of 15 girls for my bachelorette - not an easy feat! Not only were they able to accommodate us, we were given a beautiful table beside the window, which made for such a beautiful background for such an important dinner! The service was obviously impeccable, and the food was unexpectedly spectacular. The menu was exactly what we wanted in Montreal - French food, but not too fancy to comprehend. All of the items ordered appeared to be enjoyed by my guests. The prices were also reasonable, given the prime location and beautiful restaurant - I would say around $50pp before drinks. We shared a couple bottles of lower priced wine which was minimal when the cost was split. Overall, I am so appreciative to Gaspar Brasserie Française for the wonderful dining experience. I would definitely recommend for a special occasion or date night.

My wife and I were tourists in Montreal, and decided to eat here on our first day…read more I ordered the braised beef cheek (which came with risotto, mashed squash and parmesan). My wife ordered their burger. For dessert, we split a Paris Brest. My meal was OUT OF THIS WORLD. I don't know how to find the words that describe how amazing my dish was. The beef - savoury and tender. The risotto - seasoned just right. But again, words don't do it justice. My wife's burger - good. Nothing out of this world. Not a bad burger, but not the best she's ever had, either. Finally, the wait time. Where did they lose points? The food came in a reasonable amount of time (17 mins.), but just waiting for the waitress to take our order took quite a while. But knowing this, if I'm ever in Montreal again, I would DEFINITELY go to this restaurant.

I loved this place, I was a local, frankly just had the worst service I've encountered in twenty…read moreyears. Went in and waited over an hour for my food to arrive. Never got any attention from the short little dirt bag blonde highlights bad moustache waiter (who I suspect was homophobic). Food eventually arrived cold, and a different nice waitress had to bring it. Never got to order the second round of drinks we intended. Then the man waiter attempted to overcharge us, adding two beers that weren't on our bill. He never apologized once. Beyond distressing and disappointing! I'm not usually pro firing someone but how does he have a job?!

Le Réservoir was a highlight of our quick jaunt to Montreal. This place is a true gem…read more For starters, they have outdoor, rooftop dining. With the plants, the string lights, and the colorful tables, the vibe is just right. I enjoyed having dinner in the pleasant summer breeze. The staff is super kind. I love our server. We were hungry, but not starving. This is where Le Réservoir shines - because the food is yummy, and the plates are great for sharing. We opted for the fried buffalo chicken and a burrata salad. Both were show stoppers: the chicken was crunchy and crispy without tasting dry or over seasoned, and the burrata was creamy, served with toasted bread that meshed well with the green goddess dressing and fresh veggies. The reason we came to Le Réservoir was for the beer, and it did not disappoint. I had the best beer of our visit at Le Réservoir - a pineapple sour. It was honestly one of the top five best beers I've ever had. I'll remember this one for a while! I love everything about our dinner at Le Réservoir.

Came for brunch. A must-visit when in mtl! Great service, yummy food! Make sure to book reso in…read moreadvance!

Incredible. A reminder to myself to go back every time I'm in Montreal, if only for that decadent…read moreperfection of a burger. A wonderful warm, inviting date spot with top notch service. Kudos to this team.

My wife and I (with our pup) had the pleasure of dining at the Melisse twice over a long weekend in…read moreMontreal recently. The first time, we had dinner - brunch the next time. Both meals were delightful - not just because of the wonderful food - but also the friendly and attentive staff. The restaurant welcomes those guests with furry family members on the patio. We especially loved the salads, the cucumber salad and the endive salads were unique and delicious. We also enjoyed the halibut dish. For brunch, my wife had the broccoli and cheese tort which had an outstanding crust. I had the pancakes which were wonderful. We will definitely return to the Melisse!

We came here for a weekday lunch. I strongly recommend making reservations in advance because we…read morewaited for more than 20 minutes to be seated although a couple of tables were empty. They have a modest fusion menu that varies from Mediterranean cuisine to seafood and tartare. The decoration of the restaurant is very cute and cozy, it has bigger tables for gatherings and also high bar chairs if you want to bring your laptop and work there. The service is rather slow though and might not be efficient during a work- day lunchtime. We ordered "Hummus with Pita", Chicken Skewers with Tzatziki", "Fattoush Salad" and "Seasoned Fish". Hummus and salad were really good. Chicken skewers tasted okay, but fish wasn't seasoned enough and was smelly. The portions are rather small compared to their price. I would definitely love to try their weekend brunch.

Steak de thon absolutely delicious! Very good service. Cozy and homy atmosphere especially compared…read moreto other snobish and stiff restaurants in this neighborhood. Please bring back the baba au rhum and Paris Brest on the dessert card and add lemon pie! Always! Thank you.

It was an amazing experience. The appetizers were delicious (cod cakes and onion soup) and so were…read morethe desserts (creme brulee and lava cake), and the bread... please let me buy a loaf. Unfortunately, the bouillabaisse or however that's spelled wasn't to my taste, but it was my first time trying it. I think it was just too seafood-y for me lol but the quality was there. My boyfriend liked his steak and the fries were very good. The service was very nice, the waiter made sure that we had a good night and a special anniversary. I really appreciated his generosity. As for the ambiance, it was nice. The music was nice and not too loud, adding nicely to the atmosphere. It could have been a bit more romantic, but overall it was an awesome night, thank you Le Pois Penché!

Overall: A // 5 stars…read more Compelling restaurant offering modern fare with global inspiration. The food is innovative, exciting, and refreshing. Every dish was excuted to the highest of quality, and the command of service is certainly no less. (Bluefin Tartare: A) - Fresh and light Asian-forward profile on a tuna tartare, with a stunning tapioca chip and a refreshing blend of cucumber and other accompaniments with the tuna. (Octopus: A) - The flavor of this dish is perfectly balanced with a seafood saline coming from the octopus, complemented by the sweetness of the peppers and the acidity of the olives. The octopus is impressively tender and could not be cooked nor seasoned better. The potato component was omitted due to dairy, but the dish is already perfect to me. (Squid Ink Spaghetti: A) - Perfectly cooked pasta being just on the verge of al dente, but still soft enough. The sauce is well made, not being runny and just coated enough to give the pasta and seafood flavor without overpowering. The breacrumbs add a different saline and textural component to the dish pleasantly, which builds on the lovely sweet and spicy tomato sauce. Food: +2 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: +1 Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

I had a work dinner here recently and thought everything was wonderful. The place is in a old…read morefactory or something so its a bit weird finding the entrance. You have to go through what looks like a closed factory and then enter the restaurant. We had a variety of food and everyone loved their meals. I started with the Mixed local greens salad with pear, sunflower, beets, and sheep cheese. Loved all the toppings on it, flavorful dressing. For my entree, I had the Paccheri pasta with braised lamb ragout, stracciatella, pine nuts, and pecorino. Also very good. Not a huge portion but you don't want that when you eat pasta. And I still could not finish it all. Desserts were shared. Loved the chocolate dessert. So yummy. Overall a really nice meal.

Came on a Friday morning around 11AM and the place was busy, but we were able to get seated right…read moreaway. We ordered off the breakfast menu and it was a good call. My bride ordered the Mexicaine Omelet but swapped the cheese for feta and loved it. I went with the Smoked Salmon Omelet and it was excellent. The serving is so generous with all the sides like sausage, ham, potatoes, baguette and fruit. We both loved the baguette and the fruit bowl had 8 different varieties of fruit. Who does that? We really enjoyed it and left very satisfied. If breakfast is your thing, you need to try this place.

One of my favorite things to do after a long Europe or international trip is to have a good…read moretraditional breakfast. I came here on my last morning in Montreal, and even though it was a holiday and there was a long wait, including for solo diners at the counter, it was absolutely worth it. The service was friendly, and honestly, this was one of the best breakfasts of my life. The French toast was incredible, the sausage was great, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. They also give you a lot of food for the price. It did take multiple attempts to ask them for me to get more syrup, which was frustrating. But outside of that, everything was excellent. I hope to come back one day to enjoy it again.