We have been clients here for more than 20 years. This is a…read morereal find - A terrific French restaurant on the southshore and worth the drive from Montreal Consistently delicious - menu offering steak frit, to duck, to salmon, liver. Food is very fresh, with fine attention to preparation. It is reminiscent of any reputable restaurant in Paris. The owner is on the premise and makes sure you have a great experience.

Excellent French cuisine. Good service, reasonnable prices. Chef Owner, Plenty of Free parking.read more

I brought my Ontarian family who were visiting so they could get a taste of French cuisine. The…read moretartare was average and the duck confit could've really used a side of salad to liven up the dish. Everything else was great.

I am giving a star more for the cutest of the ambiance. However that's about it. I do not…read morerecommend coming here as the food is just okay and sometimes not good at all, the service is not on par with its pricing. We had - salad - supposed to be romaine and mixed greens. 1 star. Literally looks like it came out of a Costco mixed green box with just dressing and nothing else. $9 worth about $1 - escargot the worst I have ever had. No flavor and out of the shell. Skip it. 1 star - foie gras at least met my expectations - duck confit - $36 for a small leg and wow overprices. 3 stars. Service was very amateur. Not worth the price. Skip it.

A wonderful little place. Friendly service, small but varied menu, and delicious food. Seafood,…read moreveal, lamb, and beef dishes were all wonderful, and obviously prepared with care.

From the owner: L'Oliveto un endroit où on a envie de se permettre nos gâteries, autant l'épicurien que l'amateur…read morede vin sera comblé par la qualité des produits ainsi que la qualité des vins sélectionnés, quoi de mieux qu'une belle soirée en amoureux, entre amies ou pour affaires dans un resto qui comblera vos attentes en passant par le choix de poisson autant que les choix de veau, canard, agneau et pâtes.

From the start to the finish, we felt like we were honored guests. A beautiful restaurant in the…read moreold section of the city near the Notre Dame cathedral. We were greeted by a friendly maître d' and seated in a spacious dining room where several other tables were already full of diners. Our server was excellent and made recommendations when we asked. Each dish was timed perfectly, and we never felt rushed. Each was prepared perfectly and we would easily order them again. We ordered the Rabbit Confit in a Phyllo Dough in Red Wine Sauce; Mixed Green Salad with Balsamic Dressing, Pine Nuts and Shaved Parmesan; Bœuf à la bourguignonne; and a fruit tarte with ice cream. We would easily return the next time we are in the city.

We came to celebrate my wife's birthday and our wedding anniversary. So glad we did. This…read morerestaurant doesn't show up much on YouTube or Blogs but it doesn't need to. IYKYK. The interior was classy, the food was excellent and the service was fantastic. Our server gave great recommendations for wine pairings. Prices were reasonable. This is a must for special occasions.

Came here for a wedding dinner and really enjoyed the ambiance. The venue was beautiful, the…read moreatmosphere was great. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the same standard. I chose the seafood entrée, which turned out to be a mistake. After speaking with several others who ordered the same dish, it seemed that we all had a similar experience. The clams and mussels did not taste particularly fresh, and some even contained sand. I wish I had ordered the duck instead, as it appeared to be a much better choice. I ended up eating not much of my main course because of the seafood quality.

This place was so good! It wasn't too busy on a Saturday night on race week. Atmosphere was high…read moreend but not in a stuffy way. Service was prompt and attentive. Our waitresses recommendations were fire. We enjoyed: Complementary bread: it was soft on inside and appropriately crunchy but not overly so on the outside. Plus two huge pieces cut into 4 pieces individually. Beef tartare: at 20 cad it was a little pricy for how much you got but the taste was great and I'm a fan of comte cheese. Plus it didn't have capers which imo overwhelms tartares. Duck with carrot: as a Chinese person I've had my share of duck but this might be the best duck I've ever had in my life. The texture and cook on it was awesome! First it came with three pieces of breast. It was the perfect cook, not over like most of the places I've had duck. Then the leg had the perfect crispy fatty skin to meat ratio. Yum yum this is a can't miss dish here Burger: husband got this. I took a bite. It had a nice smoke to it and was perfectly medium rare. I was too distracted by my duck to analyze it further. Raspberry jelly for dessert: as the waitress had mentioned, it was light and a perfect sweet but tart bite. Was great! Would come here again, we had l'express earlier in this trip and place carmin blows that place out of the water.

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.

The food was amazing. I had a duck confit with truffle oil. Simply amazing. The portions are just…read moreright, but smaller than usual, especially for the price. Service was pretty slow but the food makes up for it. Very nice menu with a good diversity. I would have likes to try the tartars but you can't really eat everything, can you?

I went to Lily's for the first time a month ago and I must say that from the moment I walk in I was…read moregreeted with respect! The waiter was so helpful with us choosing our menu right to which wine to drink! Since then, I have come back a few more times invited my friends! A MUST TRY Restaurant!! The food is just delicious! From their seafood dishes to filet mignon and pasta dishes, and don't forget dessert! I wii go back for sure

From the owner: Here at Lily's we are locally owned and operated company. We specialized in craft cocktails and…read morepremier food. We have a wide variety of contemporary options ranging from oysters, unlimited mussels, affordable lunches starting at 10$ to high end wine/champagne & more. We look forward to welcoming you and creating an atmosphere that brings you back for years to come. Give us a call or stop in for a wonderful drinks and dining experience.

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.