First meal in Montreal and what an experience! We dined in the brasserie side of the restaurant…read more Even though more casual dining, still experienced elevated food and service. We started with oysters from PEI and New Brunswick. Loved that they let you choose the units so we only ordered 4 (2 each). We also had as appetizer their foie gras parfait and tomatoes from our garden. Both we wonderful choices. The tomatoes were perfect for the season with a beautiful balance of tomatoes, stracciatella and focaccia. Foie is a classic and loved the grilled bread and pickled vegetables to accompany it. Our entrees were the lamb rump, braised shoulder and butcher cut steak and frites which was the hangar steak. The lamb was delicious and very hearty in a good way. The steak was perfectly prepared and the frites stayed warm the entire meal with their presentation. We ended with their house fav passion fruit pavlova. Light and airy texture with lovely flavor. Nice way to compete the meal!

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

I discorvered this place thanks to a Yelp event. Great place, good vibe even early in the…read moreafternoon. I'm always on the hunt for a good IPA. They have several of them in this place and I have found one of my favourite in Quebec: The Tribale IPA. It has a nice bracing bitterness, a well balanced hoppy flavor, strong but not overpowering, not malty, and with a nice subtle grapefruit taste that is what I usually look in an IPA. They also sell it in a can in their store, so I bought 4 cans and that same night had it taste to another IPA hunter and was very happy with the new discovery.

Wonderful microbrewery! Very laid back atmosphere, kids friendly, which seem to be huge advantage…read morefor some of my friends and majority of the patrons. The beer selection is long and solid, many IPAs for those who like them and great visiting beers. One may find many of the good beers in the adjacent store and bring home. There are some food options and games at the back of the pub, basically enough options to keep you around longer. For me Ma Brasserie is really off the beaten path, but I'm willing to take the road trip as parking around is hugely easy and available. The brewery offers brewing classes in cooperation with Institut Brassicole du Quebec that I may try as something new to learn in 2019!

My husband and I are SO SAD we only got to try this place on our last evening of our vacation. It…read moreis the *perfect* neighborhood hangout. If we lived in Montreal we would be there every week. We've been looking for a place like this in our own city and haven't been successful in 5 years and Boswell Brasserie hit all the marks: cozy, lovely inside, not loud/crowded, excellent food and beer. Our server was so kind even though we do not speak French (sorry!) and we had an incredible evening. Low lighting with holiday lights made it so festive and warm when it was FREEZING outside. Street parking nearby is fairly easy to come by in the evenings. Prices are reasonable for high quality food and beer.

Came by here as part of a brewery tour to get some food and some drinks (obviously). Dimly lit but…read morespacious interior with the usual wooden tables all around. Sat our giant party at the middle of the restaurant without feeling cramped. Beer list keeps at a standard $6.50 price point, but you get a different pour depending on style. First tried the "Milkshake IPA" (12 oz) - a silky smooth dark beer, with not too much hop for an IPA. Also had the "Altbier" (crisp lingering ale), and the "Grisette" (moderate saison). For food, had the off-menu Poutine - a basic layering of fries, gravy and curds. The cheese curds were large but chewy and the fries could have been warmer. Service is definitely attentive as we were the largest group in the brewpub. Good place to have a drink at the bar if stopping by.

While I have a couple of notes, Le Valois was an excellent experience. If we split hairs,…read morefour-and-a-half, but easily rounded to five. I had the pleasure of trying: - Gazpacho (soup of the day) - Tuna Tataki - Salmon Tartare - Crème Brûlée - Espresso Gazpacho: The soup was creamy and not too salty. It also had pleasant savory notes and a hint of acidity and sweetness bestowed by the balsamic glaze. I also enjoyed the use of oil and fried onions. However, the soup either needed just a touch more solid ingredients or to be smaller, as I could only 'drink' so much. Tuna Tataki: For my taste, one quick adjustment short of perfection. The Tuna is cooked perfectly! It has a nice peppery crust and was griddled just enough to set it and render the fish by probably two millimeters. I also adored the pineapple salsa to add some sweetness and tang. Further, the veggies gave some welcome crispness. My critique lies with the sauce. It was heavy on the salt and thus overpowered the dish somewhat. Assuming this is full-sodium soy sauce, I recommend a lower-sodium option. Salmon Tartare: One hundred percent a slam dunk! A brilliant dish and one of my favorite Salmon Tartares of all time. The fish is of superior quality, but the real brilliance lies in the sauce. The amount of sauce is perfect to share the spotlight with the salmon, not take it over or shy away. For flavor, it has just enough salt to tease out flavors, a little bit of sweetness, and even some heat brought forth by the ginger. My compliments to the chef of this one, for the use of ginger is absolutely brilliant. Next, I enjoyed the house-made pickle. It was an excellent compliment to the salmon with mildly sweet and salty flavors. Finally, the fried onions were a nice touch here as well. My only note is that the crostinis were rather plain and so crunchy they almost set off the noise alarm on my Apple Watch! Crème Brûlée: A stupendously executed dessert exceeding my expectations. It is perfectly caramelized, not overly sweet, and has thick, luscious custard with berries mixed in. A lovely surprise against the much less viscous, berry-less, and over-sweet crème brûlées out there. Espresso: Great coffee, and nothing else to write about otherwise. Service: The service team did a terrific job taking care of me. They were professional, kind, friendly, and welcoming. They were clearly putting in effort to make sure I was happy and enjoying my meal and experience. The food came out pretty fast as well! Thus, while there are a couple minor notes about salt and crostinis, the food and flavor combinations are approached with the care and creativity that makes an eatery great. Add in fantastic service, and you have a winner!

Delicious lunch of mussels. Great, attentive staff. Plenty spacious with indoor and outdoor seating.read more

Got to try some delicious food during my short weekend trip to Montreal Quebec…read more A friend organized a lunch for everyone before we all headed to the airport and funny enough this restaurant was in the hotel my friend and i stayed at. The restaurant was super quiet when we went as it was a Monday afternoon when most people were probably at work. The interior was quite elegant very clean and royalty looking. The service was 10/10. Waiter was very attentive and we could tell he paid attention to detail. He gave great food recommendations and definitely had knowledge of what's on the menu. Now as for how the food and prices were? Prices i'd say are pretty standard and reasonable. The squash soup was so yum and comforting. It had a puree texture to it. Good serving size. I would order it again! We obviously had to have some mimosas and yes we paired it with orange juice. The duck confit may have been a bit too much for me. Large portion and i couldn't even finish half of it. But it wasn't dry and the veggies had a nice crunch and the lentils were very filling and healthy. The flavour notes all went together but i'd definitely say the dish was more on the healthier side. The chicken supreme on the other hand .. although healthy it was still cheesy and buttery. Considering it was chicken breast it didn't even taste dry so i definitely appreciated that. The risotto paired with it was the star of the show! The restaurant takes resos online and they do have brunch on the weekends, happy hour menu looks promising. If i'm ever in town again and in the area i'd want to try their happy hour or chacuterie spread!

We were traveling most of the day and exhausted, debated room service or going downstairs, we were…read morepleasantly surprised at how good the food and service are. (Hotel restaurants, can be good/bad) We were definitely not dressed up which I was worried about but it wasn't an issue, we started with beef carpaccio and charcuterie, the pate was absolutely amazing as were all the cured meats. The beef carpaccio, was for me a little bland, I would have hit it with a touch of salt, but once you got a piece th at had balsamic drizzle it really opened it up and changed my mind. (I wish there was a little more of the balsamic. My husband had the Cornish hen, and I had the filet mignon, both were absolutely amazing, I even stole a little of his Bleu cheese for my steak. Steak was cooked perfectly, the sides were amazing. Our server was on point, his name was Pedro, I had asked him to send out a dessert privately and it was our 1 year anniversary, even though we were not dressed for the occasion as we were both exhausted from travel, We will probably be in for lunch tomorrow!

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.

Not sure if Montreal has a huge happy hour scene, but the fact that you can get $5 pints on tap…read morehere is a steal in today's economy. Project Pilote is a fabulous green bar that functions as a mini brewery/distillery that also serves food during the kitchen's open hours. We had a variety of drinks to choose from and the staff there were very accommodating and helpful in picking out the best drafts. We ended up staying for an hour just relaxing after battling for fries next door, and I'd definitely go back again.

This is the kind of neighborhood bistro you'd expect to find in Paris--only cleaner and friendlier…read more The service was exceptional: attentive, welcoming, and perfectly paced without being overbearing. The food was excellent. We enjoyed the steak frites, duck confit, fish soup, and the complimentary cornichons, which were a lovely touch. By the time we were ready for dessert, they had sold out of the île flottante, which was disappointing, but the crème brûlée and tarte au citron more than made up for it. Both were outstanding. A wonderful meal from start to finish, and a place we'd happily return to.

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.

nice vibe, especially on weekends. drinks are good and the place feels welcoming. it does get…read morecrowded though so seating can be tricky.

On a Saturday night in Montreal, my friends and I were in the general vicinity of Vestiarie and…read morelooking for good craft beer selection. A lot of places were packed, but we were fortunate to snag the couch at the front of Vestiarie right when we got in! We were super glad we checked them out because it had everything we were looking for. First, the craft selection was on point and quite ample. The NEIPA's I had were spot on. But for the rest of the group, who were not interested in beer, they also had a selection of cocktails and wine. And it was just a nice spot--yes, it was lively, but it wasn't over-bearing. You could still have a quiet conversation and hear everyone in the group. If that's your thing, would highly recommend.

We found this location completely by luck as it is right out of the metro. Here you will find some…read moreFrench cuisine. We started with two apps Chevre chaud poire pochee and Ris de veau croustillant. Chevre chaud is a little cheese pattie with warm cheese it was served on a little bit of salad. Ris de veau is 3 piece of fried calf. If you want to share your app I would go with the Chevre chaud. I thought the portion for Ris de veau was a little small. Right about now I noticed that everyone around us was getting some warm bread with butter. I looked at the menu to try and see if that was something we needed to order as an app. I did not see it on the menu so I assume it's just given as your app while you wait for your dinner. I got the beef tartar as my main dish. You have the option of picking between a garden salad or fries to go with it. I went with the fries. They are served with some mayo, just like I like it. The beef chart was delicious. Portion are good. This might also be an option if you want to share an app. It comes in two sizes, I got the bigger one. For dessert, I picked a crème brûlée with a cheese platter . Crème brûlée comes with a lovely crust , which I honestly enjoyed quite a lot. It is a very thin layer of crème brûlée with a thicker than usual sugar crust. The cheese platter came with three very small piece some bread and a jam. I would believe to be blueberries. I was disappointed by the cheese platter not because the cheese were bad ones but just because it was a three bite done deal. I would've liked a bigger portion to share. Overall, very positive experience.

D'un chic exceptionnel et d'une classe du plateau qu'on reconnaît....superbe endroit pour manger ou…read moreprendre un verre. Difficulté à trouver optiosn véganes, mais on a fini par trouver après quelques échanges. Ma mère qui n,est pas végane a adoré tus ses plats. Je reconnade surtout si vous avez un spectacle dans le coin!

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.