I've never been to this location before but it's my favourite. It's small but not crowded, staff is…read morevery friendly and fast, I found the food better than it usually is for these brunch chains. I went on a Monday afternoon so that does impact how busy it was so keep that in mind but otherwise I recommend if you're in the area!

I was disappointed with my trip, considering last time I went (many years ago) I rated it 5 stars…read more Service was good, the waitstaff were attentive but they all seemed to mysteriously disappear when the bill was due. The food was normal. We got eggs with a crepe and french toast. Could be duplicated at home but overall tasty (if a bit bready). I will note that there was no seasoning at all, so be prepared to season it yourself (except the mashed potatoes which were delicious). Also, they charge extra for maple syrup and do not include it with the crepe meal. The milkshake was watery and warm, definitely not worth the $8. Also, the water in the restaurant was not working at all when we went (there were no signs to indicate this, and they didn't let us know until we tried to wash our hands and asked). They also had no hand sanitizer in any of the 3 dispensers. Overall it was okay, but I wouldn't go again and would recommend finding a different place.

Universel Déjeuners et Grillades delivered a great casual meal experience. I had one of their…read moreburgers, and it was genuinely tasty. What made it even better was that we hit happy hour and scored two martinis for around $15 total, which is a solid deal for downtown Montreal. The atmosphere is lively, and the space feels clean and welcoming. Service was friendly and fairly quick, especially considering how busy the place gets. I'd definitely come back.

I am not sure how to describe the restaurant, it has kind of a retro upscale cafeteria vibe to it…read more We went there for breakfast, and I loved this place so much, I went back the following day. I couldn't resist ordering the breakfast poutine and my partner ordered French toast with fruit and Nutella. Both were sinfully delicious. The following day we decided to have a more traditional breakfast and ordered eggs with sausage and potatoes again, the food was excellent, and the portions were generous! We had different servers, but both were courteous and frequently checked in on us - refilling coffee and water.

Who knew? A fantastic diner sitting right next door to the hotel, literally steps away. Universel…read moreDéjeuners et Grillades is absolutely on point. The automatic wheelchair door wasn't working, but the large, flat roll-in glass doors made getting in manageable without too much trouble. I went for the risotto de canard, and wow... rich, creamy, perfectly hot, and packed with flavor. Easily a standout dish. Service was bilingual (French-English), efficient, fast, and genuinely friendly. The whole place has that relaxed European café feel that makes you want to linger just a little longer. #tysadventures26 #SpringBreak26 #montreal #duckrisotto

So glad we stopped here. Food was AMAZING. Atmosphere was very clean and they actually asked the…read moreperson next to me to turn off their speakerphone noise. I was blown away!! The level of service provided by a Porag was TOP NOTCH. The service is unmatched by any restaurant I've been to in several years.

I was craving a local breakfast spot near my hotel and came across this place, so I ordered…read moredelivery through DoorDash (or maybe Uber Eats) forgot.... I went with the Allo Mon Coco Special, which came with eggs, bacon, ham, sausage, baked beans, cretons, and a banana pancake. The only downside was that it came with imitation maple syrup. Honestly, for a breakfast spot in Canada, I wish they had offered the option to upgrade to real maple syrup for a small extra charge. Maple syrup is everywhere here, even at the gas station pump! :-) That said, it was an incredibly hearty breakfast, and I thoroughly enjoyed every bite. I'd definitely come back the next time I'm in Montreal

Who would've thought that this plain, unassuming spot that has a pretty ordinary chain restaurant…read morefeel, would end up being one of the highlights of my trip to Montreal? I was pleasantly surprised by the friendliness and attentiveness of our server, considering how busy the place was. The service was fast, the food was excellent-really generous portions, savory, cooked really well and presented attractively. I had an honey goat cheese omelette with peppers, red onions, arugula and a delicious balsamic sauce drizzled on top. It was served with cubed potatoes and the best rye toast I've ever had. My son enjoyed his Nutella and strawberry crepes. Their coffee was great and they provide unlimited refills of it while you eat. We loved it so much that we returned the following day and I had perfectly fluffy blueberry pancakes with English cream which was so good it makes regular whipped cream seem like nonsense lol...my son had banana waffles and Nutella. We ate in silence. You know the food is great when you can't be bothered to speak!

Came here for breakfast each day, included in our hotel stay. We usually had the eggs Benedict. It…read morewas as expected, with a good sauce. If we had to pay for it out of pocket ($29 for the Benedict), I don't think it'd be as worth it and I'd likely go elsewhere as there are so many good brunch places. I appreciated that the blueberries used for the pancakes are sweet and large. But for being included, I was happy with the food. The interior and decor are a bit old fashioned. Service is friendly, a bit slow at times, really fast at other times. Just watch out for that if you're in a rush but for us, it was no problem.

Stayed at this Hilton unexpectedly and didn't feel like leaving to get food, so went to Circos for…read moredinner and breakfast. Dinner - service was EXCELLENT but the food was just subpar. Ordered onion soup which came in a very large flat bowl with few onions and even less flavor. Caesar salad that was just ok. The dessert was the best part of the meal - kind of like a trifle. Vanilla cake with custard and berries. Breakfast was better - eggs Benedict that was tasty with spinach and the potatoes were pretty good. But again, great service. Next time I'd venture out to find something nearby for dinner - breakfast I'd stay in.

Wow I loved this place! All the ingredients in my dish were perfect and the waitress was lovely…read more One point off only because...ambience was lacking and my peach Bellini was meh. 10/10 would recommend and go again!

Stopped into Ben and Florentine twice while on vacation in Montreal! It was such good value we came…read moreback the next day. Servers were amazing and all bilingual. Most of their breakfast specials include complementary tea and coffee, and free hot water refills which is amazing! I tried the Lox and Goat Cheese omelette. Both delicious. The location on Mansfield is huge - there were lots of free seating both times we went.

Food is consistently tasty. I especially like the burgers and poutine. Service was friendly overall.read more

Tried this place twice and both visits were a disaster. The hamburger meat had a foul smell and the…read morefries were drenched in oil. Service is also mediocre. You always have to flag someone down for assistance. There are many better spots in the area so I would avoid this place.

Beautys is a classic (Since 1942) bustling diner with amazing food, friendly atmosphere, and…read moreattentive service (four refills of their perfect coffee and I have enough energy to take on the day). I got the big breakfast platter with potatoes, 2 eggs, 2 pancakes, bagel, and both bacon and sausage. I added some 100 percent maple and it was worth it. The pancakes are buttery and crispy, thick too; just perfect! I even broke a hot sauce bottle on accident (sorry!) and it was not an issue at all as they said "it happens", and swiftly cleaned it up. Good vibes! Highly recommend the vodka orange juice, as they fresh squeeze the OJ daily. Super yummy! They have counter space, a variety of tables, and are usually very busy, so be prepared to wait 10-15 minutes or sometimes longer. I noticed that customers are respectful and generally don't overstay here. Service is fast-paced, and it's a fresh, modern, diner experience. Highly recommend this spot!

THE BRUNCH FROM HELL Potential diners, proceed with caution…read more While visiting Montreal, I took two local friends to Beauty's Restaurant for brunch on Saturday, May 30, expecting a classic diner experience at this long-standing establishment that I have frequented for the last 10 years. Unfortunately, it turned into a complete disaster. The server was pleasant enough in the beginning when I ordered a bottle of Prosecco. She then asked my friends what they would like to drink. One ordered a cappuccino with oat milk, to which she sarcastically responded, "We're a diner; we don't do that here." He relented and ordered a cappuccino with regular milk instead. My second friend ordered a black coffee. You could tell she was not happy with us as she walked away. Several minutes later, a busser returned to the table carrying a bucket containing two unopened bottles of Prosecco. I told him, "Sorry, sir. Thank you, but I only ordered one." The confused busser walked away. Our server returned shortly thereafter and asked, "What's the problem?" I politely explained that I had only ordered one bottle, not two. She immediately became defensive, insisting that one of my friends had also ordered a bottle of Prosecco. Once again, I politely corrected her, explaining that one friend had ordered a coffee and the other a cappuccino with regular milk. She responded by pulling out her notepad and franticly flipped through her chicken-scratch writing, vigorously searching for evidence that would prove us wrong and set the record straight. She was unable to produce it. Her face turned red. Without saying a word, she abruptly grabbed one of the unopened bottles and walked away. At that precise moment, I knew we were in for the Brunch From Hell. Seven minutes passed before she returned with the coffee. The mood was tense and the atmosphere heavy. Another 25 minutes passed before the food finally arrived: a mixed green salad, a breakfast sandwich, and a smoked salmon bagel. My salmon bagel looked edible. My friend's breakfast sandwich, however, I wouldn't have fed to my dog food. These dishes were all priced between $16 and $22 before tax. Despite this, we put our heads down and ate the mediocre food. While consuming my $18 smoked salmon bagel--burnt around the edges, served on stale bread, and lacking capers or even a solitary lemon wedge--I thought to myself: if our server does the bare minimum and asks how the food is, I'll give her a 10% tip. She strategically returned about 15 minutes later, after we had finished eating. At that moment, my decision was made. I would not be tipping her. I told my friends to ask for separate bills while I stepped away to use the restroom. When I returned to the table, I was bewildered to find the server berating my friend over the amount he intended to tip. She demanded to know why he was only leaving 10%. I responded, "You really don't know why his tip is so low?" She became increasingly agitated and asked whether it was the food or the service. "Both," I replied. Her face now bright red, she snapped, "You ate all the food, so it couldn't have been the food!" I responded, "And this is how you speak to customers? You bully them into tipping more?" She fires back, "Your entitlement is outrageous. I only make $12 an hour." I repeated myself. "And this is how you speak to people? How's this working out for you? Not very well, I'm assuming." At this point, steam may as well have been coming out of her ears. She then argued, "Your friend ordered a mimosa!" To which I replied, "Mimosa is not a word that was spoken at this table." Outraged, she picked up the payment terminal and threw it down on the table in front of me. Looking at the screen, I took my time, carefully ensuring I did not tip a penny over my bill of $43.69. Growing impatient, she muttered, "Here, let me help you." Grabbing the machine aggressively, she forcefully selected the zero-tip option for me. I replied, "Thank you. That's the most helpful you've been the entire time." Taking the machine, she stormed away. The nightmare was finally over. We were free.