My children brought me to Montreal for my 70th birthday celebration. We dined here on our first…read morenight. The food, service, and atmosphere were all excellent. So glad they chose Le Vin Papillon!

some other guests at the other side of our table were kind enough to share their recommendations as…read morethey had been a few times; we ordered 5 dishes and a couple of drinks, everything we had was delicious. My personal favorite was the ham and cheese. The ambiance in the outdoor patio in the back was very nice.

Super cute restaurant/bar in Montreal. The aesthetics was super cute! It wasn't a huge place but…read moresuper cozy and perfect for a date night. The staff were friendly and gave good recs. I loved that you can see the chef prepping your food as it is next to the bar. Cool concept and all for it. Now the food. O.M.G. Everything we got was sooo delicious. Escargot in skewers with the most delicious broth- BRILLIANT! The ravioli was so simple but yet so tasty and delicious. I of course enjoyed my steak ans it was cooked for perfection. That salad-- idk what kind of dressing it was but it paired so well with the whole dish. I loved everything about this place and I highly recommend going here if ever in Montreal.

This is such a cute wine bar! We split the charcuterie and got a delicious house orange wine. The…read moreserves was good and they even have matchbooks!

Crudo (7/10): decent, but didn't stand out much. I don't remember what fish it was - maybe…read moreyellowtail? Tagliolini (8/10): Very nice sauce, reminded me of a Japanese cod roe pasta. Creamy, smooth, nice texture. Breadcrumbs were delicious. Stracciatella w/ Bottarga (8.5/10): Very unique dish. I loved the bottarga-flavored radish. Added a nice splash of seafood taste into the salad. The stracciatella was amazing. White Asparagus (8.5/10): Very well-executed. Asparagus was tender. The greens on top were nicely charred. Sauce was tasty. Buckwheat Cake (8/10): Excellent cake. Simple, but decadent. Not too sweet either Though this is the top-ranked restaurant in Montreal, I still have to say Beba is my favorite. Although Mon Lapin is good, the service and taste both fall short of Beba's.

I know there was a high expectation from this restaurant and I will say they even exceeded those…read more We did the tasting menu and added the leeks. I am obsessed with the leeks and scallop toast. I will crave those!! The only critique I have is the duck was a little chewy and could have been a little more crispy/fried. But aside from that everything was amazing and fresh. Also, the wine selection was great. The staff were informative and nice. They timed out all the course perfectly. I told my husband I'd literally fly to out here for 24 hours just to make dinner reservations here and leave the next day. It's expensive but it's very well worth it. Also, the size of the restaurant looks small, but it is very spacious. You don't feel crowded.

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.

A rustic, romantic old-Montreal atmosphere and a welcoming, attentive dinner service with…read moreoutstanding Italian flavors and presentation. The owner, hostess and wait staff were so friendly and gracious, and this feels like an authentic neighborhood restaurant, not a tourist trap. If you're staying in old-Montreal, you can't go wrong with an intimate dinner here, either inside or outside on their outdoor sidewalk patio. Order Breakdown Starters: Ceviche ($16): Marinated scallops with ginger, sesame, and seaweed. A light, acidic, bright start to open up the palate. (This dish was delicate and texturally well-balanced, with a simple yet beautiful presentation.) Polpetta di Nonna Maria ($18): Two of grandma's veal meatballs simmered in tomato sauce with Parmigiano. Rich, savory, and perfect for dipping any table bread. (Classic Italian comfort food. The marinara was perfectly seasoned and the appropriately sized meatballs were soft and flavorful. The bread was warm and soft with a delicious crust, the perfect vehicle for the extra sauce.) Mains: Orrecchietti con Salsiccia e Rapini ($30): Classic short pasta paired with savory Italian sausage, bitter rapini greens, garlic, olive oil, and parmesan. Very traditional, rustic, and full of flavor. (The pasta and sausage and butter greens were cooked perfectly, and the greens provided the acid to offset the richness of the olive oil and sausage. Dusted with fresh Parmesan, the savory profile was near perfect.) Insalata di Tonno ($32): Seared fresh tuna over a bed of spinach with their house sesame dressing. Keeps things fresh and balanced alongside the rich pasta. (This was the standout dish, with delicate tuna slices laid out across a bed of fresh baby spinach, garnished with sweet and tart cherry tomatoes, with a savory sesame sauce drizzled over the top. The sauce was notable since it didn't overwhelm the flavor of the perfectly seared tuna.) Paired with fresh peach Bellini aperitif for my wife. I don't drink, and she drinks sparingly, but she kept mentioning how delicious it was. The dinner was rounded off with a delicious tiramisu presented in a glass dessert cup. Definitely try this place if you want an unpretentious local establishment with a focus on quality.

We showed up early for our reservation and were not accommodated even though there were multiple…read morefree tables. Management was rude. They told my partner he should lose weight. Seem to discriminate against Americans. Stay away.

Hands down the best experience we had while visiting Montreal! From the moment we walked in, our…read moregroup of 8 was treated like family (in the best way!). We were early and our table wasn't quite ready yet, so they kindly found space for us at the kitchen bar. Turns out that was a perfect place to for us to wait. We were able to talk to Chef Heather and watch her work her magic on the dishes she was plating. We took advantage of this time to order the deviled eggs and some drinks. Loved the eggs! Once we moved to our table, we all noticed that even though we may have had a designated server, everyone that we spoke to graciously treated us like we were the most important people they were taking care of that night. The teamwork amongst the staff was incredible to see and feel. At one point, Fred let us know that they only had 2 buns left, so if we wanted a burger, he needed to know immediately and he would save them for us. Two things stood out about that conversation. First, they make their bread in house and once the buns for that day are gone, no other burgers will be sold. Second, I believe Fred just happened to hear us discussing the menu and heard someone say they were going to get the burger. At that point, he stepped in to share the news about the buns and gave us the option to put those on hold even though everyone else was not ready to order yet. He certainly could have pretended he didn't hear us and we would have been none the wiser, but his attention to customers and their experience really made an impression on all us. In addition to excellent customer service by everyone, the food we had was fantastic. Personally, I had the scallops and thoroughly enjoyed the dish. After dessert, Fred was kind enough to sit down with us and share some of his favorite spots for food and drink. Half of our crowd actually ran into him later at one of his suggested bars, so his list was very honest! We all left that night with such amazing memories of our time at Projet Pilot and it will be the place we recommend for anyone visiting Montreal!

Came here for a couple drinks after poutine next door at Le Banquise and was met with a lovely…read moreatmosphere and a large variety of fairly priced beverages, some of which were made right on the premises. Score! I'm all about trying local products while traveling, so I was happy to find that many restaurants I came across in Canada double as microbreweries. I think Projet Pilote was one of my favorites for its range and the establishment's ambiance. Service was quick and attentive. Thanks! Would like to stop by again and perhaps try the food next time.

We had been walking. And walking. And walking…read more Eventually I had to inform Mum and Dad that their tiny Italian Greyhound had reached his contractual step limit. Enter: Henrietta. We found a spot on the big covered street patio, which was absolutely buzzing. Nearly every table was occupied, there were several other four-legged patrons relaxing with their humans, and somehow the whole thing still had an easy, laid-back neighborhood feel. Exactly what I needed after a very demanding day of being carried around Montreal. Mum and Dad ordered a couple of drinks. Then they ordered the popcorn with Manchego, chili and lime. Friends. This was not ordinary popcorn. It arrived piled ridiculously high with chili-lime seasoning and what may have been the finest Parmesan-adjacent cheese shavings these eyes have ever witnessed. Editor's note from Mum: It was Manchego. Whatever. There was cheese. I became extremely interested. Mum and Dad kept saying things like, "Oh wow, this is really good," while eating piece after piece directly in front of me. I believe the official hospitality term for this is hostile dining. Still, Henrietta turned out to be exactly the kind of place we love finding while traveling: not somewhere we necessarily planned our entire day around, but somewhere we wandered into, sat down with the dog, ordered a couple of drinks and suddenly realized we were having a really nice afternoon. The covered patio is especially great because you still get all the Montreal street life without feeling like you're sitting directly on the sidewalk. And judging by my fellow canine customers, I wasn't the only one who approved. Dogba's verdict: 4.7 paws out of 5. Drinks for the humans: plentiful Fellow four-legged patrons: several Covered patio: excellent Signature popcorn: apparently phenomenal Quantity of cheese within sniffing distance: alarming Quantity of cheese allocated to Dogba: we need to talk Would return. Preferably before Mum and Dad reach the bottom of the popcorn.

Cute bar! I enjoyed the cocktail called "Wayne". The popcorn was decent as well. The menus are cute…read morewith little post-it notes. There is some outdoor seating in front of the building, and plenty of indoor seating as well as spots at the bar. It is fun to sit at the bar and watch the drink process.

In town for F-1 weekend and yelped and went to several restaurants in Montreal and this was our…read morefavorite! The food was unique and amazing and homemade! Florence was our waitress one night and Meechelle another! Yan the manager made us feel more than Welcome! I would give this place 6 stars if I could! H

Authentic and delicious pasta bar. The cacio and Pepe reminded me of Italy. Service was quick and…read morefriendly as well. The host had an attitude but other than that everything was superb. Music choice was perfect and not too loud.