This was a delicious dinner! We tried our way through the different sections of the menu and…read moreeverything was tasty. The restaurant is in what appears to be an old bank building with high ceilings and beautiful decor. We started with oysters, then moved on to tartar, french onion soup, gnocchi and duck confit. Everything tasted fresh, bright and flavorful. My favorite was the tartar. I would come here again if I was in Montreal again. I highly recommend it for a nice date night.

This place has a true neighborhood hangout vibe and was absolutely packed on a Tuesday afternoon…read morewith preservations required, which tells you everything you need to know. I was thrilled my friend brought me here. They offer prix fixe lunch options, but we opted for the à la carte menu. There were also lunch specials listed on the board. Even à la carte, the prices are very reasonable compared to similar restaurants in the area. I had the steak frites cooked medium, which I thoroughly enjoyed. My lunch companion ordered the duck confit and couldn't stop raving about it. Both dishes were excellent. If you're anywhere near this area, I'd highly recommend stopping in for lunch. It's the kind of spot that makes you want to become a regular.

I found myself at Else's with my brother for a late lunch. He had been here before when he last…read morevisited Montreal and had good things to say, and since he was open to checking this place out again we thought it would be a good place to go. We were already exploring the area so it seemed like a natural fit, so off we went. My general assessment of Else's is that it is more of a neighborhood spot than a destination eatery, which is totally fine because usually those are some of the best spots. Upon entry, we were greeted by a large open dining area with tables scattered throughout and a bar along one of the back walls. The decor is casual, with a dark color scheme to match the bar setting. Their drink menu is larger than their food menu, but despite that they have a nice variety. I didn't see any pattern with the food - there was a mix of plate sizes and types of cuisines. The pulled pork sliders looked good so I went with those; the dish came with two sliders and a side of coleslaw. I really enjoyed this - there was a generous helping of pork in each slider and the sauce had a nice tang to it. I'm normally not a fan of slaw since it is usually cream-based, but this one wasn't so it was quite refreshing and a good contrast to the pork. Service was great, the entire team was friendly. Overall, this was a really good find in Montreal - if you're looking for something low-key with solid food then this would be ideal. I'm interested how the vibe changes at night, so I would be open to returning in the evening for a drink and to explore more of their menu.

A hopping neighborhood joint with a full bar and a great vibe. We had walked past this place a few…read moretimes while strolling, and it really just begs you to enter. The kind of place you wish you had in your neighborhood, so people would call your neighborhood "vibrant" too. The menu is small and eclectic (tacos, butter chicken, Mac 'n' cheese). I had a giant Moscow Mule to start, and ordered Butter Tofu, one of several vegetarian options. The rice was perfect and the sauce was good, though the large cubes of tofu were a bit bland themselves. Wifething had the fancy mac 'n' cheese, which was creamy and smooth. Endlessly busy on a Saturday night, but a good mix of two-tops and larger (8-10) groups. Great service and friendly staff!

The food was amazing! Had the burger. It wS one of the best I've ever had…read more It was storming but they have a roof cover that can be activated. Great view of the port area. Service was very good. Our waiter took the time to write down highlights of Montreal.

I really wanted to give this place 5 stars the moment I walked in. The views were absolutely…read morebreathtaking--you can see almost all of Old Montreal, and the atmosphere alone made a great first impression. The food was also good, easily a 4 out of 5. Unfortunately, the service completely changed the experience. We were there for almost an hour and a half (and I'm not exaggerating) waiting for our food. I also ordered a coffee and a mimosa, and it took almost 30 minutes for the drinks to arrive. The long wait times made what could have been an amazing brunch really frustrating. If the service matched the quality of the views and food, this would easily be a 5-star spot. I hope they can improve because the location and overall potential are definitely there.

Very cute place. Lovely atmosphere and setting. Chill vibes…read more Benjamin was our server. He was cool. But the service for receiving food and/or drinks is very subpar. We sat down around 4:35 ordered 3 drinks and a Red Bull. We didn't even get the Red Bull till about 5:15 and the drinks itself till around a few mins after that. Not his fault tho. But I did enjoy just being there looking at the view and having that experience

I was staying at this hotel and found out it had a rooftop bar and restaurant -- I figured I should…read morecheck it out. It's a decent location, though doesn't have a clear view of Notre-Dame Basilica. Some thought went into the design to fit it on what was the roof of a bank. Nothing about this place would make me recommend it other than being a rooftop bar. You're paying for the location I've been to many fine bars worldwide. The bartender didn't look at the top of his game as far as efficiency or mixology. It was striking to see how long a drink would sit until he could get around to finishing it. The mixes of their own purported signature cocktails were even -- no one here knows what a tiki drink should taste like. No food was impressive. This is flash and no substance. A shame, but I suppose they don't need to worry about putting in any effort because of the location.

Loïc is one of my favourite wine bars in the city. There is an expertly curated and diverse…read moreselection of red, rose and white wines from around the globe a swell as delightful bulles to tickle your interlocutor's nose, tongue and fancy. Cheese pairings are easy to make here; served with warm buttered bread, fruit and nuts and olives and cornichon make for succinct and skilled offerings, even down to the accoutrements. The cheese portions are not fucking around. They will serve you straight up a brick of excellent cheese. Mic drop.

I guess you assign your owns seats when you arrive here…read more I came with my friend after my work around midnight for a drink. We enter the place, no one greeted us. We took a table and sat. The place was half full. Twenty minutes later, we get the drink menu. About half an hour later, the server takes our order. I am going to fast forward like the show Spongebob Sqauarepants... 1 hour later. No drinks! I wasn't sure how to react! I am already so tired after my 16 hours shift, that I had no energy to even get upset . 2nd server noticed us and our empty table. He took our order, and got our drinks within 5 minutes. You may ask what happened to the first server, well, from where I was sitting, I see he is dancing and grinding with some pretty girls and bringing them drinks back and forth. After one drink, I dragged my feet from there, and told myself never again I would ever go to this place.

Friendliest bar staff! Looking for the NBA playoff games and were ecstatic to find this place to…read morewatch. Started with delicious escargot and since we are at a steak house, of course you must order steak! The sear on the rib steak is fully flavored and perfectly cooked to medium rare. We ordered it classic style so we could split our dinner which comes with a fresh salad, steamed green beans with carrots and some warm bite sized mushrooms. Definitely shareable!

Came for the cozy winter vibes and left slightly traumatized by the food…read more The KeggNog drink is literally liquid gold, best eggnog cocktail I've had in years, full stop. The prime rib was also really good, and sitting near the fireplaces in the bar was so aesthetic. But the NY Strip was incredibly tough, and the burger was a total crime. It came out completely charred and burnt. Like, how do you serve that? 3 stars because the bar experience is elite, but skip the burger at all costs.

Fun atmosphere, kind servers, yummy cocktails and food. Definitely recommend…read more Seating layout is a bit overcrowded.

If I lived in Montreal, I'd be a regular here…read more There's plenty of seating inside and outside, with shade. Inside is super cool and funky with lots of eclectic decor and good music being played. We were seated outside immediately and placed orders for wine, beer, oysters on the half shell and bruschetta. The drinks were good and they kept them coming. They have a great drink menu selection! The oysters were juicy and delicious. Unfortunately, the waiter forgot to bring our bruschetta, so I can't speak on that, but from what we saw being served around us, everything looked really tasty and well made. Plenty of bathrooms inside and a large bar inside as well. Can't wait to come back for another brunch!

I had such an exquisite dining experience here. I made a reservation for the chef's tasting at the…read morechef's counter, and from the moment I arrived, the team already knew my name and immediately seated me. Sitting at the counter gives you an intimate view into everything happening in the kitchen. The energy was fast-paced and precise--it honestly felt like I was inside an episode of The Bear. The chef curated an incredible five-course tasting, and the sommelier paired each course with wines that complemented everything perfectly. I won't even try to list every dish because I honestly don't remember them all. The menu isn't fixed, and I imagine each experience is a little different. I was too busy enjoying every bite and soaking in the experience to focus on memorizing details. Ken took exceptional care of me from start to finish, making sure I was comfortable and that every course met the moment. The chef also came over to chat, which made the experience feel even more personal. The bar was already high, and Marcus exceeded it.

The chef table experience was wonderful. Appreciate the thoughtfulness in crafting a menu that was…read moresuited to my dietary needs. The service was exquisite. The meal started with caviar on a latke that was crispy on the outside and creamy inside. Next was a bluefin tuna tartare with wasabi cream and radishes, this dish was beautiful and had the perfect balance of textures. Our third dish was a caramelized scallop with a dairy free hollandaise sauce, the sauce was tart and absolutely delicious. The next dish was the stand out for me, steamed cod with the most amazing vegetables--this was absolute perfection! The last dish was a cherry sorbet inside a vanilla meringue cup which was so pretty! Really appreciated this addition, as finding dairy free and gluten free desserts can be challenging. Absolutely recommend this experience. Thank you for a wonderful meal! Also a note, we had breakfast at this restaurant as well and everything was great. The chia pudding is amazing! There are dairy free and gluten free options for breakfast!