We made reservations here--absolutely necessary, as the place was packed--and I'm so glad we did…read more Just note that reservations are for two hours, and they will remind you. Located right in the heart of Vieux Montréal, just a three-minute walk from our hotel, this spot has a cozy wine cellar vibe with dark interiors, comfortable chairs, and stone walls. We started with bone marrow, a first for both of us. My dining companion wasn't a fan, and I'm still processing--it was rich, greasy, and intensely flavorful. An experience, for sure. The complimentary hot bread was absolutely delicious, served with butter. We devoured it so fast our server brought us a second round, equally hot and fresh. Bless her. My lamb was divine--perfectly cooked and served with beautifully steamed and seasoned vegetables (cauliflower and zucchini) plus potatoes. My companion's salmon filet was equally impressive; she raved about it. We finished with dessert: I had the crème brûlée while my companion demolished the cheesecake. No photos because we ate everything too quickly--a sure sign of a great meal. This place is rightly popular, and I absolutely loved it. Make a reservation and go.

Food - amazing. The waiter (Renault) said lamb was their specialty and he wasn't wrong. Fantastic…read morefood. The service we had was absolutely perfect too. The icing on the cake was that they had live music singing a range of jazz and classical music.

Toujours la meilleure poutine au Québec !…read more Sauce originale, fromage et frites excellents. seul point négatif : Ils ne prennent que l'argent comptant. Always the best Poutine in Québec. Genuine gravy, plus excellent fries and cheese. Be aware they only take cash, no credit, debit.

Our family drove the short detour to try this... it is amazing. Best poutine around!…read more Our family drove the short detour to try this... it is amazing. Best poutine around!

This review is for the Brasserie. I especially wanted to try this place to get my foie gras fix and…read moreit was really good! I only wish the foie gras and the bread were served warm. The bone marrow with snails was also good, but the combination was a little weird. I liked the bone marrow. I liked the snails. But served together took away from enjoying each part on its own. The duck was roasted to perfection. The skin was so crispy and the meat just fell off the bone. Same goes for the braised veal cheeks. There was no bone to fall off of, but the meat was so tender and just came apart as soon as I pressed down with my knife. I can't wait to come back to try the Salle à Manger since it's a different menu. Foie gras parfait 8/10 Bone marrow, Burgundy snails 8/10 Braised veal cheeks 9/10 Duck confit 9/10

I tried this place a few days ago with three friends and we really loved it. The food is solid with…read morenice presentation, and the drinks is really well made too. Everyone working there was super welcoming and gave great service We did had to wait a bit for our main dishes since the place was completely packed, but the good music and lively atmosphere made the time pass by quickly

L'Express is my go-to foolproof French restaurant perfect for dining with friends who came to…read morevisit me in Montreal . You get a casual yet elegant fine French dining vibe effortlessly. No reservation needed for parties under two, plus it stays open till 1 AM, super convenient for flexible travelers. A local staple with countless loyal regulars, famous for its signature bone marrow and homemade pickles. Warm welcoming atmosphere, friendly seasoned staff, free bread and pickles right after seating. Must-try picks: rich bone marrow, smooth chicken liver mousse, tender duck confit and fresh beef tartare. Classic authentic French classics served in genuine local style. They have an amazing affordable wine list with massive collections.

We had a delicious dinner at L'Express. This restaurant is on many lists for top restaurants of…read moreMontreal and it did not disappoint. We tried: - complimentary bread, butter, pickles, mustard. I loved this. Never saw another restaurant plop down mustard and pickles. The mustard was also possibly the most delicious mustard I've ever had. Very spicy and slightly salty - Duck confit on beans $37. Tasty, crispy, rich. - Grilled octopus on pepper sauce with potatos $24. Really tender and flavourful. The sauce was bright and acidic - Sorrel soup $13.75. First time having sorrel. It has a slightly sour taste. The soup was creamy and tangy. I'm glad we tried it - Quail with quail eggs on purple rice $37.50. Quail itself wasn't as flavourful but the sauce was amazing and soaked into the rice - Creme brulee $15. Flavour was impeccable. Had a slight grainy texture which was odd but this is just nit picking. Comes with a warm cookie Everything was good. I'm being more nitpicky here than usual, mostly to go back to these notes again in the future. I loved the meal and would definitely go back. Service is very friendly. Food came out super fast. The restaurant is bright and lively. Tables are quite cramped together but it makes sense as they quickly filled up for the evening. Thanks, we'll definitely be back!

Great food, I had onion soup and it was amazing. Soufflé felt a little bit too alcoholic for me, so…read morehad to send it to the kitchen. The ambiance is beautiful, great dinner place

Entry: you arrive and are asked if you want your coat to be held (which is nice due to the Space…read morewithin the restaurant during the winter. Server was nice even though at some point he was just standing there and we were waiting for him to come back to order dessert to the point where u actually had to call him but this was nothing truly. Lamb with sweet garlic sauce Filet mignon with five peppercorn and cognac sauce Key lime pie The meat was great, truly. The sauces? a total disgrace / turn off considering the price of each plate. Sweet garlic, had nothing I could say I feel the garlic in at all. Flavorless. Five pepercorn with cognac non existent ! The only time i taste the peppercorn was if I BIT the actual peppercorn. The dessert ? I ate 2 bites and left the entire thing. The "crust" was nowhere to be found it was watered down carton... and the lime layer felt like I was biting into fake jelly. I have nothing else to say but you can decide how you spend your money. The "fancy" restaurant leaves a lot to desire.

What a lovely experience. Excellent food and service. The chicken supreme was all my good memories…read moreof childhood but even better. Excellent lobster special. Charming service. A perfect night out.

4.5 stars! My mom and I visited Buvette Nicole during our last night in Montreal. The ambiance was…read morecool and it was packed when we arrived around 730pm on a Monday night, which was a great sign. Our waiter, Jordan, was very personable and recommended his favourite dishes. I chose the French onion soup and salmon entree, my mom went with the escargot to start and the pork chop for her main. The soup was so rich and delicious, my mom loved the snails. The salmon was cooked perfectly and my mom also enjoyed her pork chop. We also ordered a side of Brussels sprouts which were super tasty too. The portions were surprisingly large so we couldn't finish everything. They had asked us to switch tables partway through dining to accompany a larger party, which was fine for us and they offered us a complimentary dessert for the trouble. Since we were stuffed, we took the dessert to go. It was a deconstructed dulce de leche cheesecake and it was rich and so tasty. Would definitely return!

I L'oved L'Original! When I was researching places to grab dinner in Montreal, I zeroed in on…read moreL'Original because the decadent menu of comfort food was enticing, and I'm so glad we dined here. I was really happy with every aspect of my experience here. When you enter, you'll notice the restaurant is actually underground. It's got a woodsy vibe and I was smitten with all the awesome 80's music. Nothing goes quite as well with comfort food as Talking Heads- I really enjoyed everything about the atmosphere they created in this restaurant. It was so cozy and yet avoided feeling dated. For my meal, I opted for the Braised Beef Tagliatelle. It was perfect. Rich tomato sauce infused with truffle butter and homemade tagliatelle. I seldom eat beef, so if I get it, I want it to blow my mind- well, this dish did. It was delicious! Our waitress was great! She was attentive and very friendly. We also got our food in a reasonable amount of time. Overall, L'Original was an all-around excellent experience. I'd love to return to try more items.

Our family traveled to Montreal for the thanksgiving holiday. We had our thanksgiving meal at…read moreL'Orignal. We were immediately greeted when we walked in and shown to our table. Throughout we had fast and very friendly service. The food was excellent, the atmosphere cozy and the prices fair. We loved it.

I had an amazing salmon tartare with avocado and wasabi puree on top for lunch two weeks ago. Fish…read morewas fresh and mixed perfectly with different herbs and spices, but just the right dose, not too much. The green puree added a fresh and vibrant touch to the tartare. Service was also good and fast. I recommend this restaurant for lunch since they offer interesting lunch specials / table d'hôte.

I love this place, I always feel welcomed and the food is great. Price is reasonable. Don't forget…read moreyour wine!