Does not get better, every way. Awesome awesome setting. Awesome awesome service And STUPENDOUS food Escargots, foie, caribou, elk, venison, bison, chocolat mi cuit Simply must go read more

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Went there another time because the ambiance is OK but I got sick from the fish. Stay away from this restaurant at all costs. It's the second time like this and not just that but the food is overpriced and really not that great. The octopus was a little piece of octopus for 35 or $40 and three shrimp for another $30. It's ridiculous. These shrimp are small and they're sold in bags for about five dollars for about 100. This restaurant is dying. Help died by not going there to eat. It needs to just move on. Same with the Spanish side it's horrible. read more

Has a lovely atmosphere, like Jazz playing in the background. We did not reserve but luckily they had a spot. At first menu was a bit confusing but you can't go wrong with their help We ordered Filo escargot, Linguini seafood, and Duo Gibier (Venison) dear meat. and for the desert, tried their creme brulee, which was perfect. The food was so tasty and five-star. Highly recommended. read more

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The ambiance is very nice. It's in a remodeled historic building that retains a lot of the historic feel. They play softer classic jazz tracks loudly enough to be clearly heard yet because of the genre it doesn't prevent conversation. The waiters are friendly and helpful and they speak both French and English well. I ordered the fish if the day, which the waiter told me was Dorado ("like sea bass"). He didn't tell me it was the while fish. So of course it had all the bones. On the bright side, the flesh came off the bones easily and I only had to pick two or three bones out of my teeth. The fish was extremely delicious and not dried out. The waiter offered olive oil for the fish but it didn't need it. The olive oil was amazingly high quality though so I had some on bread. The bread was good, but the crust was too hard to bite through. You had to tear it into bite-sized chunks and sometimes even use a knife. Likewise the vegetables called for something more incisive than a fork. I don't drink alcohol so I can't judge their wines. I ordered hot tea and honey, which the waiter brought. The green tea was some store brand that made little impression. The prices were not unreasonable. My total was $51 plus tip. So, I would gladly come back if someone wanted to go there with me, but if it were up to me I would try something else. read more

La Sauvagine - Whole dorado with vegetables and rice. - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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One of the best meals I've eaten in my life. The food, ambiance and hospitality are second to none. The escargot was dreamy, the puff pastry on top heightened the flavors. The wild game pate was nicely different (consistency was tougher due to it be game). The trio of duck was spectacular, the seared foie gras was definitely the best I've ever had. The show stopper was the Caribou though, our first time eating it, cooked to perfection the delicate taste was buttery & not as gamey as venison. In spite of not having any more space to eat we ordered the chocolate fondant, which was gooey and rich. Knowing we were celebrating my spouses birthday they gave us complimentary glasses of port, which was much appreciated. Last but definitely not least the service was top notch. The young lady was friendly and attentive. And, although not our server, the other gentleman was worth his weight in gold. You'd come back to the restaurant just to chat with him! Highly rated & recommended. read more

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NEVER GOT MY MONEY BACK FOR STOLEN COATS WE GOT ROBBED DURING DINNER (An Update) The owner finally got back to us, but he only reimbursed us a portion, only enough to cover one coat, the least expensive one. He also asked us to remove this post below but then he didn't even reimbursed us the amount of two coats! And we didn't even asked him for the IPhone that was also stolen, hats, gloves etc and AND that's the PROBLEM! The event was so traumatizing but he doesn't care at all. I am determine to write all these organizations he claims he got rewards from and tell them how unfaithful he is as well as how unsafe is his restaurant. I'm sure he will get a payday from his insurance but he obviously doesn't care about his customers. The previous post below he wanted us to remove It was so SCARY! And so traumatising!!!!! our coats got stolen from the restauran's coat check and my phone got stolen as well!! not o mention hats, gloves etc we had to take a cab to go back to our hotel. it ruined our entire weekend big time. We called police and the manager told in front of everyone that the owner David said he would reimburse us for our stolen expensive coats. Thousands of dollars just lost and it's been weeks and the owner has done nothing! Don't go to this restaurant if you want to feel safe while eating dinner.. read more

Amazing food. Fresh PEI oysters, scallops, and incredible rack-of-lamb. Service with Anthony was impeccable. This was our first visit since 1988, and we couldn't have asked for a more enjoyable evening. This is our new Old Montreal dinner spot. Do not miss this place! read more

La Sauvagine - Rack of lamb...yeah!! - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Price for food does not match the quality at all. Server was very nice and made sure our concerns were addressed. I don't plan on ever returning for food. Seems to be more of a club then a upscale restaurant. read more

Genuinely surprised at the number of poor reviews. My wife and I agreed that this was actually in our top couple of meals we've enjoyed. Guided with impeccable service by Anthony (only works 3 days a week) who stepped us through a wonderful French Provincial meal. I craved a cheesy French Onion Soup, seared Foie Gras and Steak Frites. All three were absolutely perfect. Jeanette enjoyed the special, a Lamb Shank, and then turned to the gorgeous Crepe Farcie. Ice Cream stuffed crepe with a generous portion of Grand Mariner- truth be told, a finish so good, shares were hard to come by. We'll be back! read more

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Umm Hello why isn't this place popular? The food here is frknnn FANTASTIC! My new found rare Gem!!! Ambiance: Exquisite! Extremely beautiful place with a wonderful outdoor patio. On a beautiful summer afternoon like today we were lured into this restaurant by their outdoor sandwich board. It's a bit confusing as the restaurant is both linked with Spanish and french cuisine. There's 2 different menus. My husband was inlove with the french menu and I was super into those grilled sardines for some weird reason. It's rare to find sardines on the menu in general so this is quite unique and versatile in their food menu offerings! We were looking for a lunch spot in the old port that had a Nice terrace. They met all our criterias The food: was falling off the bones ! Yes "Bones" in plural as my plate had a 4 full fish large sardines grilled and was amazingly divine! My dish was insanely tender! My hubby had the lamb shank and again fall of the bone juicy and tender ! This place was amazing Service: super amazing ! The food came out Super quick. The lady even was kind enough to take a picture of us with my phone! Thanks girl Overall : This is our new food gem and will definitely be back here again everything on the menu was amazing and cooked to perfection plus amazing service and beautiful patio !! Definitely worth to try Out if you're into spanish tapas / french fusion mix menu hihi ! read more

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Service was good, no complaints:) I would actually give 2 and a half stars. The entreé tasted good. I had ordered duck confit salad and shrimp bisque. What I found but surprising was that the bisque was extremely watery. I have never had so watery bisque. I asked the server about it but because of language barrier couldn't really get things to resolution. read more

Wow. Prince Edward Island Oysters. The best I've ever had. Not the big fat Florida kind. read more

La Sauvagine - Oysters - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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This restaurant was above and beyond our expectations. I'm almost tempted not to share this gem with others. We were seated at an opened door/window where we could enjoy the open air and people watch, it was the perfect spot. The food was absolutely delicious, nothing fancy or pretentious, just damn good home cooked food. I had pork medallions in maple sauce served with fresh vegetables; haricot verts, cauliflower, broccoli, mushrooms, and roasted potatoes. Although the pork was a bit overcooked, it was still superb. My husband decided to try caribou steak also with fresh vegetables. Excellent cut of meat served with au poivre sauce. We chose a chocolate fondant which turned out to be a warm chocolate molten lava cake served with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream and a side of fresh fruit; blueberries and strawberries. Anthony was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and well trained server. He gave us several suggestions for dinner and places to visit in Quebec City which is where he was originally from. Definitely will return on our next trip. read more

We had a perfect experience there tonight. We chose the place out of many because the waiter at the outdoor podium looked professional in his vest and helped us find things on the menu compatible with my wife's food sensitivities. He offered us the choice of outdoor terrace or indoor table and we chose indoors where it was warmer and not as noisy. He seated us at a table by a window which let us enjoy people watching while we dined. He made good food recommendations plus a nice wine suggestion. We ordered lamb shank and Mediterranean sea bream. The food was tasty, the service prompt and attentive. We even got to speak to a member of the family that has operated the restaurant for over 50 years. He was gracious and generous with his time. read more

Honestly I think this place is the best traditional style French food that you could get in Montreal. It has a deep sensibility. I dont understand why people would prefer commercialized and bland Anglicized 'French' food over something that tastes authentic like here. It is also a place that offers such a wide range of dishes from nature, and the owners seem to know how to cook each and every one of them in the right manner. The price is quite here tho. I also wanted to get the pheasant meat, as it was displayed largely on the menu, but they always dont have that option. read more

I dont know whether it was my mask or whether it was my skin, the lady tried her best to persuade us not to put our name on waitlist. Families before and after us were more than welcome but for us she said the wait could be 2 hours or more (only 3 families ahead in the wait list!!) Then she handed the menu and said "Maybe you won't like our menu at all". That was the nail in the coffin. We ofcourse turned around and she succeeded in pushing us put! Well done! read more

Located in old Montreal, it's in a great location. I liked the art work on their sign and the decor was nice - very old and the building had a great old building vibe. We went here for lunch on a Saturday and it wasn't too crowded. The menu is in English and French which I appreciated. Very nice liquor selection too. I went with a Quebec vodka and ginger ale (Madison) and my dining partner got a muddled gin and tonic. Very strong drinks. You can have either a side salad or a soup with your meal. We both tried the creamy vegetable and it was fantastic. They gave us a selection of bread which went well with the soup. The menu has a lot of meat selections. We had the lunch one and were a bit sad as they have venison for dinner but not for lunch, alas. I went with the lamb shank. It was fall off the bone good and huge. It came with boiled potatoes and a veggie medley that included perfectly cooked carrots, squash and asparagus. My dining partner went with the wild boar. His was amazing! I loved the sauce it came with. He also had the same veggie medley. Portions were huge - he had to help me finish the lamb and I tried some of his boar. Cooked to perfection - mouth watering and plentiful. The prices weren't too bad, especially for the amount of food. My only complaint was the chair wasn't very comfortable. They could do with some cushions and it took a long time for our waiter to return with the bill, but otherwise, those are small complaints. If you're looking for an authentic old style Montreal dining experience then this is a place worth checking out! read more

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I was not impressed . Service is ok but not excellent, food is ok .if you are very hungry than you can come here. If you do not care that waitress is spilling water on a table when he is serving you and you phone can be damaged than you can come here.If you do not care that when you order 2 glasses of wine and waitress fills up one glass half and another one one third and if you don't care that fish that you order is dry than you can come here. Decor is nice at this place but I will not come back . I forgot to say that this place is not cheap read more

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OMG, why did it take over 2 hours for dinner? The courses were small enough that they were finished in minutes, and then the wait time between each was up to 30 minutes. 2 out of 4 got their coffee after the main was finished, but the other 2 only got theirs after they had finished dessert and sat waiting. This is ridiculous for a restaurant not at full capacity. The waiters changed during the meal and they seemed rushed and confused. The QPR here is seriously lacking, and lets be real, the food was often over-salted and mediocre. Seriously. Canned chickpeas in a salad and 1.5 cherry tomatoes. I was so underwhelmed I would have left if it wasn't a meal with my boyfriend's family. Here's a little info for business owners everywhere: a poorly kept bathroom is totally gross. No one wants to go somewhere where you'll end up paying at least $40 pp and then use a restroom missing door handle parts, toilet paper and paper towel on the floor, and seats that are almost hanging off. Done, over, never again. read more

La Sauvagine - Salmon with shrimp in some kind of seafood sauce (I think). Boring. - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

I guess things have changed since the last review, or I just enjoyed myself here... First, my family saw a bunch of locals smoking outside on the patio, so we figured that if locals were willing to hang out in the touristy section, then the food must be good...and we were right! This is definitely a French-Provincial (countryside) type restaurant and not downtown Paris. The meats are accented with herbs and more basic sauces (wine/herbs) that reflect the main course. My family all ordered from the "specials" that come with a soup or salad. The salad had a little bit of everything and the soup was cream vegetable (basically butternut squash soup). Both good, but we couldn't wait for our entrees: my brother and I both ordered the venison (Civet Gibier) - it was cooked to perfection! Fell apart with the fork and the red wine sauce paired perfectly (I also had a glass of tempranillo which complemented well). The lamb (Jarret Prov) was basic/Provencial - just rosemary and a little reduction, but you could really enjoy the shank of lamb (and a large shank it was!). Confit de Canard was basically the same as all other restaurants, but it was a decent sized portion. (I've uploaded pictures of everything!) They all came with a side vegetable medley which we all enjoyed!! Since we enjoyed dinner so much, we had to try dessert. This restaurant featured some really interesting fruit desserts I had never tried so I went for the poire au porto. DELICIOUS. I love cinnamon, wine and pears and this was a fun treat! Nothing like this in the states! yummm. My dad got the fraise au porto which was also pretty darn good. The port complemented the strawberries perfectly. The crepe farcie tasted like a creamsicle. Ambiance: French Provincial - very representative of early Canada with wood paneling, ceiling beams and medieval accents. It's dark, but very hunter-lodge. Service: I think the main waiter may be the owner? We were there on a Thursday night so it was basically a one man show where he was waiting on the majority of the tables. My family came to enjoy the town and try new foods, so slower service wasn't really a problem for us. And we asked for more water once, and then never had to again - our water was filled to the brim right after taking a few sips! Is it slower than an American chain restaurant? Yes. Was it so slow I was dying of hunger? No. Food: A+ (I've never had veal like this before!) Ambience: B+ (a little dark, but kindof fun/Canadian themed) Service: B+ (A little lacking at first, but food/drinks came in a timely manner (taking into account that veal and duck can't just be thrown over a hot fire in order to be cooked the right way)) I'd GO BACK! :) read more

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It was a lovely evening and the tapas at La Sauvagine peaked our interest. Concern began when the waiter poured our wine glasses full without beginning a taste. We ordered four tapas. The clams were traditional preparation an delicious. The grilled veggies were fine, but a bit pricey at about $20 for grilled peppers, onions and mushrooms. The duck with figs were to die fir,?delicious with a wonderful sauce. The grilled octopus I could not eat; not worth the calories. The meal would have been fine if the waiter did not rush us.... He started complaining we should be moving on because he had an 8:30 reservation at 7:20. Really? Overall I'd give the dinner a solid C ... mainly because the people watching when sitting outside was so delightful. read more

Laid back and rustic place, classically prepared delicious dishes. read more

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We stopped here for lunch. We had the french onion soup (a must have), steak and frites, and the duck confit which was amazing. These were part of the lunch specials and made for a great inexpensive lunch. The wine options were good too. Perfect little restaurant in Old Montreal. Giving it 3 stars as I wouldn't recommend this place for dinner due to service and wait times. read more

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Was wary because of the bad reviews, and really came to Solmar, which wasn't open yet, so decided to take one for the team - as it turns out, this was a great decision. The service was excellent, the food tasted great, and the price was just right - not an easy combination, given the location - after all, Rue Saint-Paul is a tourist trap, beat only by the Place Jacques-Cartier area. Will definitely repeat. read more

Although I didn't have any food here, the hour or two we spent sitting out here on a hot summer day was enough to deem this a good spot for people watching. Entering the premise it was completely empty as everyone was outside having their drinks. They have a decent selection of beers as well as a full selection of top shelf liquor and prices while a bit higher than most, is rather expected for this area of town. The amount of people walking down the street both locals and tourists (mainly tourists) make for extreme entertainment. Service staff were friendly enough and despite initially wanting to sit our sizable group separately, accommodated us when we moved our chairs together. read more

Jacob was an attentive waiter. Recommending the perfect off the menu wine for my palette. We sat outside an the chef came to tell us which way the wind would blow and how the temperature might dip. The wine was interesting, the Brazilian coffee tasty. Our bread choices were nice with butter or olive oil. The wild game was spectacular. We had wild boar and the elk. Dessert was delicious. We apple crumble. Not too sweet. We have been here twice before. We strongly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Wow, how are the reviews so old and so low? I recently spent 3 days in Montreal and this was by far the best restaurant I visited. Best traditional french meal I've ever had. Service was amazing, the waiters wine knowledge and pouring timing was spot on. I've never felt so valued as a customer. Great experience! Will be my first stop to Montreal on my next visit. Had the onion soup, escargot, and duck trio. Perfecto, Bravo, Great meal, try it, you will not be disappointed! read more

Unlike some other recent reviewers, we had good service. It was the middle of the afternoon in a record setting heat wave and we really just stopped in for a drink at one of the outside tables. But then we saw the frites, and then we ordered the moules et frites, and of course we needed two glasses of wine to wash it down. C'est la vie. The food and service were very good and there were little birds all around the table to pick up any crumbs we dropped. With the tip, the total came to a little under $50 and it was just right. Maybe if we were in a rush we would have wanted to see the check come a little quicker but it really wasn't a problem at all and I'd love to come back and explore the menu at some point in the future. Interestingly, the receipt said "Auberge Solmar Sauvagine." Solmar is the restaurant next door and it seems that the two are connected. read more

Our second night in Vieux-Port, Old Montreal, and looking for a uniquely Quebecois/French dining experience. We had viewed the menu earlier in the day and eschewing the more touristy haunts, entered La Sauvagine on Rue St. Paul. The setting is cozy, the service impeccable, and an amazing menu selection combining uniquely Quebec cuisine, including a variety of game meats, with French bistro overtones. Additionally, there is a substantial wine and spirits selection. This is a hidden gem, not yet discovered by the masses, and well worth a visit. read more

If you have nothing to do all day and enjoy being ignored by the waiter when it comes time to pay, this is your place. It's really a shame, because the rest of the staff were great, but the older waiter who took over was more concerned with chatting up another table of his buddies. I'm not sure if this is part of their "French experience", and if so, they need to drop it fast. And yeah, it's right smack dab in the middle of Old Montreal (aka tourist trap)...and it's a nice spot to people watch..and the food was ok..but it's a nope for me. read more

I'm only in Montreal for a few hours as I was on a business trip. I was walking around and decided to grab a bite to eat here. The service here is fantastic, they have a real sense of urgency. I got water, bread and my soup promptly. The vegetable soup was very decent, and the rolls are fresh and scrumptious. My moules frites were decent as well, I had never had them before so I have nothing to truly compare it to. Overall 4 stars! read more

La Sauvagine - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

4 of us ate here on 9/30/18 and it was great. All of our food, the service and ambience were first rate. Highly recommend this place. You must try the bouillabaisse, fantastic. read more

FatCat learn new word today. "Tourist trap". This is when greedy business man taking advantage of unwary tourists who not know city well. But you thinking "hey FatCat, you so smart. How you fall into tourist trap?". Yes yes.. FatCat know, but smart cats not immune to making bad decisions sometimes - that's how FatCat coming to this restaurant. Things FatCat like - Nice big patio where FatCat relaxing his fuzzy tail. Things FatCat not like - only one beer on tap.. Not bad beer but not like lack of choice. - FatCat first start drooling when he see description of strpiloin steak on menu, but Mr Owner of restaurant not honest with FatCat about what Mr Owner serving. No peppercorn sauce like promised. And instead of chomping down on juicy striploin, FatCat wrestling with gigantic piece of grissel with tiny bit of meat attached to it. FatCat asking server for chainsaw to cut through meat, but server ignoring FatCat's request. FatCat thinking that even waiter embarrassed about working at such bad restaurant. Old Montreal disappointing FatCat. Maybe he only eating in New Montreal from now on ? No, not fair to old Montreal just because of one bad experience. FatCat coming back again. Yesterday FatCat eat at good restaurant in new Montreal. Writing review soon. GOOD NEWS/UPDATE: FatCat regaining confidence in all Montreal restaurants. See FatCat review for "Dominion Square Tavern". read more

LOL! I should probably be upset that I just spent $100 on the most mediocre meals ever, but it's so hilariously bad that I still left smiling. We went in here with zero expectation, and boy did this place ever deliver! First off, the waitress didn't even understand the word "pétillant" in French or "sparkling" in English... not sure how else I'm supposed to communicate in Montreal. The inside was an absolute travesty - decor from a dilapidated French bistro and waterlogged bathrooms. Now, on to the food. The snails tasted like they oozed out of a can. The lamb shank was dry and covered in what I'm guessing was St. Hubert prepackaged gravy? In a word or two, the food here tasted like resentment and sorrow. When the bill was delivered it, they had "accidentally" charged us for two other tables' bills and seemed upset when we asked them to fix it. I had to hold my tongue when they asked how everything was, but thankfully for Yelp, I get to vent. read more

I had a good, but not great meal here. The "menu gastronomique" on this night consisted of three items: -A fantastic French Onion soup (but really, you better not screw this one up if you're a French restaurant), that was loaded with bubbly cheese and a rich broth. -A relatively bland portion of seared duck breast that looked a little bare on the plate and was a little dry for my taste. Note: one of the other diners had the duck entree, which she was extremely enamored with -A tasty elk medallion, prepared au poivre, which was perfectly cooked but really did not pack the peppery punch I was expecting. Fortunately the plate had enough other flavor on it to complement the meat well. This included foie gras, as well as some roasted new potatoes and a vegetable medley which were both very nice. I can't for the life of me remember the name of the bottle of wine we had, but I was fairly unimpressed with a boring cabernet that lacked any real flavor. This was a $45 bottle at the restaurant that could not have fetched more than $10 at a grocery store. I should mention here that when the check came, they billed the prix fixe as $52 instead of the $42 that was listed. Keep your wits about you. It was a good meal. Given that French restaurants on this adorable cobbled section of Old Montreal are more densely packed than Montreal bars are with underage Americans, I will probably not be back to Le Sauvagine, even should I find myself back in this neck of the woods again. But unless you have some insider info, this place'll do. read more

Service was terrible. They never offered us any water. When ordering for food, they barely helped us out and were being snobby when they were describing the dishes. After ordering, food took a long time to come. The hostess came by and helped us take pictures while we waited for food. She was the only person that was nice and courteous at the restaurant. She's the only reason why the restaurant would get +1 star. When the food came the waiter had no idea who to serve the dishes to. After we finally got all the dishes on the table, the waiters never came by to ask how we were or asked if we needed anything else. While we were there, the waiter brought over forks and dropped the fork; ok no big deal. Soon after when they brought over the bread, again he dropped it, this time on one of my friend's lap. The waiter then asked, "you don't want it? Since it only touched you, you don't want it?" He takes the bread into the restaurant, comes back with a dish and a bread on it. As he placed the dish on the table, he said "I just put the same bread on a plate, you won't even know, and now you'll take it." By the end of the night, we haven't thought much about the lack of attention the servers had shown, but it soon became really obvious that they had been neglecting our table. As soon as we asked for the check, the waiter was hovering over our table while we were examining the check, the ENTIRE TIME. When we finally decided how much tip to pay and placed the payment by the check, the waiter rushed over and picked up the cash right in front of us and counted the money in our face. Never in our lives, have we ever seen such rude customer service provided. To top off the terrible experience, their food was bland, tasteless, and extremely over priced for very little food on the plate. A 6 oz steak 1 glass of wine, came out be around 50$ excluding tips. Completely not worth it in any way shape or form. read more

I don't understand all these one star reviews! My husband and I ate here last night after we cancelled our reservation at a high end restaurant. We were in the mood for something less fussy - a good French bistro. La Sauvagine was exactly what we were looking for. The patio was great, the food was top notch (I had the salad and the scallops, hubs had escargots and venison), wine was delicious, service was good! We had a very enjoyable evening! I'm glad I didn't whip out my phone and check reviews before we wandered in! read more

Absolutely horrible (and awkward AF) service and sub-par food. I could write an essay on it but I don't want to waste any more time on this place. Avoid. read more

Great traditional meal in a rustic ambiance.... wild game and traditional tarine for dinner, cooked with perfection....the host and wait staff were super attentive and provided excellent service... see you soon read more

La Sauvagine - Escargot - French Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

La Sauvagine is what you'd imagine encountering while in a French village. It's gorgeous little bistro with attentive staff and a very traditional country menu. From escargot and terrine to start to wild boar stew or duck confit as your main course you cannot go wrong. Experiment and enjoy. The wild board in the port wine reduction was flavorful, but not gamy and tender tender tender. The local aperitif wines to start as perfection. End the evening with portuguese Delta coffee and a scrumptious dessert. Take your time and enjoy the conversation with the very experienced and attentive wait staff. Bon apetite! read more

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