First meal in Montreal and what an experience! We dined in the brasserie side of the restaurant. 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! read more

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I tried this place a few days ago with three friends and we really loved it. The food is solid with nice 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 read more

I had really high expectations for Restaurant Monarque and was hoping it would completely blow me away. While the food was delicious, the overall experience fell just slightly short of what I would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. Service was the main area that didn't quite meet expectations. After being seated, we waited about 10 minutes before receiving menus and had to ask for them. Throughout the meal, interactions felt a bit rushed - several staff members who stopped by the table were somewhat brief, and on a few occasions, items like bread or water were dropped off while we tried to ask questions, but the busser had already walked away. That said, the restaurant was quite busy during lunch, so it's possible the pace and attentiveness were impacted by that. As for the food, we ordered the albacore tuna appetizer along with the strip loin, butcher's cut, and duck for our mains. Everything was well-prepared, though the duck portion was noticeably small. Desserts were a highlight - especially the pavlova with maracuya, which was excellent. Our server Laura was professional, though not very engaging until the very end of the meal when we were settling the bill. I would still return, as the food is strong, but I have to say that Bar George left a more lasting impression on us in terms of both food and service. read more

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Coming into Montreal from NYC, I wanted to try out the French cuisine here and settled on Monarque. I had the lobster farroto as my appetizer and ribeye as my entree. I don't think I've had a farroto before, but it's like a risotto with a kick. It was quite buttery as well. For my rib eye, I found it to be really well seasoned and found the bearnaise sauce to be interesting. If I had to knock one thing about it, it would be the French fries. I personally prefer mine to be crispier, while their style is more on the potatoey side read more

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The food here is very good. I had duck which was exactly as it should be. I wouldn't come here alone though. I went alone and they wanted me out of there as soon as possible. This is a problem for many restaurants, but I was in and out in an hour in what's supposed to be a fine dining place. Also if you're one, you can only reserve at the bar which is okay but not the best. I'd only come here with another person read more

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The food was excellent. The bone marrow was a must to try. The food had a nice presentation The staff was great and provided a welcoming environment. I made my reservation for the brassiere vs the main dining. read more

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This review is for the Brasserie. I especially wanted to try this place to get my foie gras fix and it 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 read more

Monarque - Braised veal cheeks 9/10 - Brasseries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

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Overall: A // 5 stars Pricer side of restaurants for lunch where the atmosphere seems to be primarily business meals. That being said, the dining room is impressively long and expansive split into a more lively brasserie style offering and a more fine dining pre fixe of options. The food reimagines classics in a new light, which servee as a pleasant rebirth. (Bluefin Tartare: B) - Love the fattiness of the fish that carries; the olives add a beautiful acidity while the cheetos style puffed rice adds a crisp; normally tartare dishes have some height and I think that wouldve helped out with the presentation here. (Lamb Chop: A+) - Beautifully executed lamb dish that plays to the Brasserie heartiness, but elevated in a lighter and coursed meal way. The abundance of vegetables on the plate brought a lot, from the tender leafy pea shoots, to the squash to the quenelle of egg plant. The lamb was crisp on the outside with a pink interior, and the sausage was intriguingly seasoned with a refined cumin-forward blend that complemented well. Food: +2 Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

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I treated myself to a fancy French dinner on my trip to Montreal and this place was recommended by a local. And it did not disappoint. I had the grilled octopus and it was amazing and a nice green salsa that reminded me of the green sauce. They provided Indian restaurants. The octopus was grilled to perfection. I also ordered the duck on feet and potatoes au gratin, which were all delectably rich. I tried the tequila and grapefruit cocktail that I'm forgetting the name of that very refined and delicious this place provided excellent service. I didn't need a reservation and was able to sit at the bar in the brasserie. Definitely recommend this as a great date spot or for special occasions. The service was attentive and prompt. read more

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- bone marrow snail: was ok. The snail was okay but tasted a lil harder than usual - octopus: good - bouillabaisse: my favorite part of the meal. The bread was covered in something that was so good. Soup was refreshing and seafood was fresh. Great dish - Black Forest cake: fantastic read more

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Last dinner meal in Montreal...not too far from our hotel. Monarque named after a butterfly, is tucked away in the middle of the block and you could potentially miss it (next door to Spinella Italian restaurant). Monarque is also a Michelin rated restaurant. We had the pork chop (Côtelette de porc de Beaurivage courgette, amandes fumées, parmesan,sauce au poivre japonaise) and Bouillabaisse de poissons et fruits de mer pommes de terre au safran, rouille. Yes all in French! Fortunately, our server translated nicely. The pork chop was moist but a little too aged, The bouillabaisse had fish, mussels, shrimp and scallops (nice flavoring). Great selection... Our server, Terry, was fantastic! We had dark forest cake and a Canadian praline. The cake literally melted in your mouth. The praline looked and tasted like a chocolate doughnut. The restaurant was dimly lit and had a romantic vibe. Overall, great dining experience. read more

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I first came here 13 months ago and remember having at the time what I thought was the greatest cocktail of my life and quite the memorable lobster thermador. So when I found out I had a medical conference planned in Montreal again, the Monarque immediately came to my mind. I had been dreaming of this meal for MONTHS now and the second time around it was even better. The serving sizes for this American were wonderful, tremendous service and the vibes/ambiance were very welcoming and comforting. Their signature cocktail the "Monarque" is truly sublime. You would never think that a drink including ingredients such as brown butter carrot juice , white vermouth, pisco, and egg white would be good, but the warlocks behind the bar truly made the most magical cocktail. I had to get a second. read more

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Out of all the dinners I had in Canada, this was definitely the best! The bread was just good--sourdough isn't my fave for restaurant bread (would've loved a warm baguette instead). But things picked up fast after that. The tuna tartare was fire--super flavorful, and the creamy, salty foie gras underneath added a whole other layer. Stacked on the sourdough, suddenly sourdough isn't so boring anymore. I tried some of my veal, which was super soft and tender (also burned my tongue a little, but worth it). Not my top choice of meat, but it was well done. I got the halibut, which was really soft and flaky, but I wasn't in love with the sauce underneath--it kind of clashed with the fish. The random green vegetables were actually amazing juicy and flavorful but one of them hit me with a sneak attack of spice. For dessert, I shared the tarte tatin, and it was so good. The crust was flaky, salty, and the apples just melted in your mouth. Paired with vanilla bean ice cream. We also got the passionfruit pavlova, which had a strange taste at first but ended up being light and zefir-like. Overall: 10/10 dinner. Cozy, elevated, and full of unexpected hits. read more

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A great lunch. Casual French bistro atmosphere, friendly service. Started with the pate special but the real star was the bouillabaisse, full of fresh seafood with a great sauce. Very nice place to visit. read more

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We definitely planned and made a reservation for the bar/brasserie section via Resy again as we spent a few hot days in Montreal for St. Jean Baptiste. This time the weather was hot and humid, with temps at 36C, so we weren't going to muster more than nice shorts and t-shirts, but we didn't feel too out of place, but you should probably under normal circumstances dress up just a little bit. Do pay attention to the fact that the Salle de Manger (the hall of eating; yes, I know it means "dining room" but it's fun to play with the translation) is a different menu and experience. We haven't done that one yet. For this return, we had a table in the bar area, and it was fun to watch the bartenders performing their mixology off the mirrors. The staff were all super friendly and attentive in all the right ways, blending into the background and letting us focus on our evening together. I had the rib eye again, and of course had a side of the Quebec mushroom. These are seriously, hands-down, the best sautéed mushrooms in the entire city, if not the entire province. The steak quality this time was much better than last time. It was more tender, still very flavorful, and cooked to the perfect temperature. The fries were good, but I didn't eat so many as I was focused on my great steak and the mushrooms. Did I mention how amazing the mushrooms are? If you like mushrooms, you need to order these. For dessert, we both had the Earl Grey creme brûlée. It had hints of Bergamot and tea, as you might expect, and it was an interesting take. The Earl Grey was not overpowering or ruining the dish but added a fun flavor to it. Will definitely keep it on the list of places for future trips. You can see why it is a Michelin recommended locale, where you should definitely order the Quebec mushrooms. read more

Monarque - Ribeye with bernaise sauce, side of fries. - Brasseries Near Me - Montreal, Quebec

Definitely make reservations, we made reservations a little before we came on Open Table and while we were waiting to be seated two other groups came and were turned away since they didn't have reservations. The wine collection on shelves over the bar was very impressive. I normally don't see that much wine in a restaurant. I got their special appetizer of the day with tuna, and it was fresh, delicious and plenty for me to have as an entree with the addition of the potatoes au gratin/scalloped potatoes side. It was enough to share and had paper thin slices of potatoes in a delicious white sauce. It was even better than mom's! We were at a table across from the bar, and they are pretty close together. There is another bigger dining section in the back. Really good food but it was a bit noisy with the packed bar and restaurant. The host and waiter spoke English fluently. read more

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Excellent cocktails and best steakhouse per the local couple seated next to us, said this was the best place for steaks. I guess it explains the glass walled room aging racks of steaks. And while I did not come here for the steak, my friend ordered the ribeye and it was really tender and flavorful! I had gougers, marrow and halibut! I also had the Monarque cocktail with the logo sprayed on a stencil to create the butterfly-this drink was a bit sweet but not bad. Overall a nice time chatting with professional bartenders and friendly locals. Restaurant has two types of reservations, brassière and fine dining. You can order ala carte at the bar which we did and the portions are larger than we'd expected. My fav was the halibut and I tasted the steak-it lived up to its reputation! Place was rectangular adorning the bar seating and standard tables. It also has the glass walled room housing the steaks being aged. The bar was long stocked well with wines and well drinks, which I thought had the best seats for lively conversation and great dining experience! read more

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Wow. This restaurant has two options. Whole table cloth reserved tables and a bistro bar option. We didn't have the reservations so the bar and bistro was the option - and I was delighted! The steak tartar made spicy with house made Tabasco was excellent and pared perfectly with a white wine chosen by the bartender. My favorite was the fiddle fern, morel and asparagus side dish that showcased the fresh local produce of Montreal. It was generous serving of morels that really stole the show. My friend had the ricotta ravioli that was as light as it was savory. Delicious! I will be back for more and next tome I will try an expertly made cocktail. read more

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Overall really enjoyed Monarque! We opted to do their more "casual" option (I.e not the 5 course menu), and had a wonderful experience. We started with the oysters, which were fantastic and very flavorful. The complimentary bread we received wasn't my favorite - the bread wasn't warm and the butter was cold too, which wasn't ideal in my opinion. We also got the mushroom gnocchi dish for an appetizer which was divine - a must for anyone who loves mushroom. Our mains were the lamb and the duck . I'd say the duck was the more delicious of the two, but both were excellent. The duck meat was amazing and melted in your mouth. For dessert, we chose the Black Forest cake, which wasn't quite what I expected. The actual cake part was bit dry, but the flavors meshed well together. Our service was really great, and we were well cared for. I would come back to this restaurant if the opportunity presents itself. A solid introduction to what Montreal has to offer! read more

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Monarque was my favorite meal during my travels in Montreal. The service was perfectly attentive and the food absolutely delicious! My partner and I walked in and were lucky enough to get a table right away, with a view of the kitchen! We opted to share a bunch of appetizers along with an order of steak frites. The bone marrow and escargot were our unanimous favorite, though all the dishes were excellent. Octopus perfectly cooked, generous portion of tartare. Steak was cooked perfectly medium rare and the butter and fries it was paired with complimented the meat nicely. We weren't originally planning on dessert, but the chocolate and tea creme brulee looked too good not to get... and it was so worth it! Would absolutely recommend Monarque to anyone looking for a special meal in Montreal. read more

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Perhaps our top meal while in Montreal! Just outstanding ambiance, service and elevated bistro food! Standouts were the bone marrow and snails starter and Lobster Thermador and halibut entrees. Highly recommended! read more

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Visiting the city and decided to dine with them for a birthday celebration. It was highly rated on Google and recommended by many. But our experience was quite bizarre. First of all, we walked in and were guided to our table. Our server never made an appearance or introduced herself. Some other staff helped us with our coats. We were seated for a while and she was no where to be found, another staff swung by to give us the wine list and menu. She was no where to be found. Finally, she came by. She didnt know the menu well enough to answer our questions (she was honest abt it. But that doesnt make it ok). Idk if she was that busy or just avoided our table and eye contact at all times, very inattentive. It took her so long to come to our table, other staff had to step in and come check on us. The food itself was ok. Impressed with some dishes more than others. But they mixed up our main courses. And they dont reli explain the dish upon serving, so thank god i know what i ordered. Plus the super long waits in between. Our dinner was 3+ hours for 3 courses. Our server didn't come back to take our dessert order or the bill. Two other different staff stepped in... Overall, very mid experience for what we were paying for. read more

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Monarque is, without a doubt, my favorite restaurant in Montreal. The food is consistently excellent, the ambiance is elegant yet inviting, and the service is nothing short of impeccable. On my most recent visit, I had the fish and seafood bouillabaisse--and let's just say, I quite literally cleaned my plate with a piece of bread. The waiter whisked away my spotless plate just as Chef and owner Jérémie came out. Noticing how thoroughly I had enjoyed the dish, he jokingly remarked that I must not have liked it at all. That led to a great conversation about our favorite restaurants in Montreal/Toronto, making an already fantastic dining experience even more memorable. It's rare to find a place that delivers on every level, but Monarque does it effortlessly. Every visit reaffirms why it remains one of my favorite restaurants of all time. read more

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While the prices are on the higher side, the overall experience is absolutely worth it.

Phenomenal meal, every time. The staff is friendly, there is always a good ambiance with a great design indoors and tables spread apart enough for privacy. It gets a little loud and service is a bit slower during rush hours, but always a great vibe and worth the wait. Food is varied, tons of farm to table options, outstanding service as well. All up this is by far one of the best restaurants in montreal. read more

Loved the atmosphere and wine selection. The brasserie menu is solid and more relaxed than expected. Would definitely return.

Food was generally good. The bone marrow topped with escargot was a bit weird. Like the two things shouldn't have reallly gone together. But the fregola sardo was fabulous and the trout tartare was also very good. Had these little bits of puffed rice in it which added great texture. Ambience very nice too read more

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The ambiance in this restaurant is so upscale and classy! This place makes you want to take your time and savor your drink. We ordered cocktails and a few glasses of wine. My cocktail was earthy with the right mixture of pine. My boyfriend had a refreshing cocktail with basil. We started with some appetizers and then our wonderful waiter brought out the entrees. Our food was delicious, but my personal favorite was the dessert. The Paris-Brest was phenomenal. I will dream of that Paris-Brest. read more

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Exactement ce que je souhaitais, le repas était splendide, l'ambiance feutrée, et le service impeccable! Merci Monarque!

Went for a lunch with a bunch of friends. Honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything ordered was exceptional and the service was amazing! Ambiance was business busy as we went on a weekday. read more

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Very busy restaurant in downtown Montreal. We came a little earlier than our scheduled time but unfortunately we weren't able to get a seat. Service was so so as it took a while for our waiter to come see us. Food was average. I think we had too high of an expectation after reading the reviews. read more

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Tried the a la carte option at Monarque for dinner. Overall, it exceeded my expectations. The portions are much larger than I thought they would be. Of the dishes I tried, the vegetable dishes were the standouts. The asparagus and morel mushroom dish (this is seasonal) was very tasty. When I went, there were also some other seasonal items. I also tried the cod croquettes, butcher's cut steak (flank that day), potato gratin, fried cauliflower, and ravioli. The croquettes I would recommend - they came with a nice sauce and were surprisingly mild. The potato gratin is very creamy and on the heavier side for me. The ravioli has a very strong ricotta taste which might not be for everyone, but I enjoyed it. The fried cauliflower you can get in quarter, half, and whole. I would recommend to just get the quarter as it's a large portion already. It also comes on a bed of kale. For the steak, you can choose between fries or a side salad. I would recommend getting the salad as the fries are very average. The ambiance here is nice and the service was really fast. read more

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Was in Montreal recently for a work trip and my clients mentioned this place as an awesome dining spot! We came by around 5:30 on a Thursday evening and they were absolutely correct! Such a vibe as there are two different rooms and the lighting is just right. They have a nice selection of wine (400 I believe) in which you see some of it behind the wall glass in portions of the restaurant. They have an amazing mezcal cocktail called Strega Bianca that is just outstanding...I took a couple of them down! As far as food goes, since it was 6 of us, we decided to grab a bunch of shareable items. Lobster Farratto was amazing and the star of the show Steak Tartare was very good! Charcuterie platter was on point Bone Marrow w/Burgundy Snails were good Fries were good Heirloom tomatoes were decent Chocolat & Coffee Creme Brulee was wooooo! delicious Chocolate layered cake was nice Service was immaculate as we were well taken care of and our server made us feel at home. I hate that I cant remember his name. If I lived in Montreal, this would be my date spot. Great from groups as well. read more

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This was my favorite meal we had in Montreal. We sat at the bar because I wanted to order a la carte. The lobster Thermidor was so good and it was a lot of lobster! We also shared a special fish dish that was really good too. The Gruyère gougeres were yummy but very filling so would probably recommend passing if you want room. The cone of fries were perfect as well. Husband tried a few cocktails and I had a mocktail the Not Into Yoga. I love pandan but there was something in it that didn't quite work. read more

My friends and I visited Montreal for a few days! We ate at Monarque because we have been looking for a place to eat foie gras. The food is great! We had 4 appetizers: bone marrow, foie gras, oysters, mushroom gnocchi. 2 entrees to share: Duck confit - really tender and tasty and Fish of the day- also good! The service is great! They are friendly and informative! The place has a lot of tables and is spacious enough to hold many guests. They also have a private room for private parties. The space has a great ambiance to it! Definitely will go back in the future! read more

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This was a planned meal and booked by friends who frequent this spot. FYI there are two parts of this restaurant brasserie in the front where can order a la carte and back where they have a set menu. Setup is very nice and the place packed to the brim with no seating even at the bar level. I enjoyed the classic warm feel and service. Wine list is extensive. I picked two courses and shared the main and desserts. Crab starter is very delicate with a nice combo of tasting notes. Good presentation Sweet bread was mix bag while the sweet bread was cooked well the seasoning was all over with sudden bursts of salt. Hmmm Main we had the beef rib and it came with a side of a large salad, potato in cream and pepper corn sauce. The rib itself was done well I would say at a decent steak house level. Good portion for two and maybe even 3 light eaters. I spotted the Tarte Tatin and this being on of my fav desserts. Had to have it done well again. This is a solid meal though imo I would check ahead as one has to pick items from the 3 courses so not all palates or restrictions might be met. I would pick the brasserie in that case and I saw some very enticing dishes. read more

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Excellent food and service. The bone marrow and toast was particularly delicious. The ambiance is elegant. Highly recommended. read more

Delectable meal. Great service. Our family was visiting from Michigan but, can't wait to return!

I had their crepe, which of course is gluten free. That was delicious. I customized mine to have egg, spinach, cheese, and turkey. The cheese felt high quality and the rest of the ingredients felt fresh. That, I'd definitely have a again. The bread for the croissant sandwiches had a hint of fridge type of taste so I wasn't a fan. But maybe it's bc it's gluten free, I don't know but I'd pass. Maybe their actual croissants without fillings and without refrigeration are better but I didn't try them. Their earl gray latte was mid, but still the crepe won me over. read more

Decadent food, friendly service, and elegant space. I had the cod fritters, bone marrow with snails, foie gras, and ribeye...all delicious but if I had to do it over again I'd probably swap the foie gras out for the heirloom tomatoes (as my server suggested but I ignored) as the portions here, even for the very rich appetizers, are a bit more generous than at other Montreal spots. read more

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