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    Taverne Sur Le Square

    4.1 (43 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndComfort Food
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Very loud
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Matt M.

    Staff is absolutely dead from their ass up. Food is solid, great tuna burger, good tandoori chicken salad, good location, but just wasn't satisfied with overall experience. Waitress was so stressed and overwhelmed and the restaurant wasn't even remotely busy. Definitely a good place food-wise but service is the name of the game so not gonna cut it. would potentially give it another shot one day

    Cauliflower appetizer
    Daniel B.

    Let me first say that the staff at Taverne are some of the friendliest and most doting servers you will ever come across. They are quick with a joke (but not a light of your smoke) and do their best to ease the pain of what has often been a slow and dysfunctional kitchen. While I wouldn't call myself a regular here, I eat here with family about 4 or 5 times a year. Don't get me wrong now. This place has a lot going for it; Free indoor parking in Westmount Square, a dark and cozy atmosphere, and a full bar with servers ready and willing to ply you with beverages. The atmosphere and clientele is akin to a Westmount country club if said club was located in the city. It's a bit of a scene, but nothing like some other establishments in this city. My issues with this establishment focus mainly on the food and the design of the menu. I like to I identify which dishes a restaurant produces as well or better than anyone else. Taverne has a warm bread pudding that might meet this criteria. Beyond that, I'm completely stumped. They try to be an Italian restaurant with a handful of pasta dishes, a French brasserie with their bavette and fries, and many other cuisines. Nothing here really knocks my socks off. Sometimes, in fact, the food is downright boring or poorly executed. Prices are high. Specials such as a rib steak can be through the roof. On a recent visit we ordered the chicken wing appetizer. For 15$ you get about 6 or 7 wings which right off the bat is annoying. Then, you notice that these wings are no bigger than your thumb. No crispiness whatsoever. Coated in what can only be described as a generic tabasco like sauce with a few crumbles of blue cheese. Guys, go to Old Orchard, go to Hurleys, go to Next Door pub. You could even try Buffalo Bills. You need a crash course in chicken wings and your license to serve them should be revoked until you can prove you can put out a meaty, flavourful wing that has some texture. Your technique of brining, smoking.....whatever...... just isn't working. We had the salmon tartare. It was tasty but forgettable and overpriced. Also, it used to come served atop a layer of avocado which has now been downgraded to cucumber. The price was not similarly downgraded however. We had some fries which were god awful. Usually the fries here are decent but this time tasted like oven baked McCain fries. Finally, my wife had the Cauliflower with middle eastern spicing and yogurt. It was edible but not memorable in any way. My BIGGEST gripe with this restaurant however is how they had the audacity to remove the 2 best items from their menu at dinner. You can no longer get their regular burger or the seared tuna burger. These 2 items used to be my favourite meals here. The burger was huge and dripping with goodness. The tuna burger was also a really nice pairing of comfort food with some finesse. I can only guess that they weren't turning an appropriate profit selling 19$ (or whatever they cost) burgers and wanted to force people to order a main course in the 35$ territory. This sucks. Maybe I don't want your take on chicken cacciatore or tired rigatoni dish. I want a burger and Taverne has ruled against me. Thanks for the memories guys!

    45 oz rib steak
    Doris C.

    Just know that the "comfort" in "comfort food" only applies until they give you the bill. Giving less than 4 stars wouldn't do Taverne justice, but there's room for improvement. Firstly, the service is just great. Tom and Michael are spectacular and valuable employees with a knack for working in the service industry. The appetizers and sides are also very solid, the salmon tartare was absolutely the correct answer for a salmon tartare. Perfect flavors and freshness. A++. Ordered the 45 ounce rib steak for the table. It came out lukewarm, pre-sliced, and somewhat tough and sinewy. It was also under seasoned and the plate was not warmed. I understand that this is not a steakhouse, but if there is a 45 ounce rib steak in the back that they expect to serve to customers, my philosophy is that it should be done with a more consideration than was given. Hopefully this feedback is valid.

    a plate of meat and carrots
    Karen H.

    It's been a few years since I've last been here with the Pandemic and all. Great choice to come on a Thursday evening. Indoor parking which going up 2 floors and you're at the entrance. The music was in the air and it was a full house with all the Covid precautions in place. What a inviting vibe throughout! It was such a pleasure seeing everyone laughing, grooving to the music as we all experienced daily but was on hold for a time. The host was so gracious and service was superb. The apple and endive salad with Prosciutto with a hint of cheese was so refreshing. All the flavours enmeshed, just woke up the palette. My main meal was PEI blue dot short rib special that was marinated for16 hrs... wow that's butter, with glazed carrots to perfection. Key lime pie and cappuccino was the end to my beginning. Definitely deserves the 5 stars because everyone is looking for that beautiful food experience with all the whistles and bells. See ya again....

    Lena S.

    The minute I stepped into the restaurant I felt like home!!! The ambiance, the service, the food and wine selection. Just perfect!! Steven and John make sure you have an unforgettable dining experience! It was a perfect night! Photo: Importation privée. Brack Mountain Wine Company. California. 50% Zinfandel, 25% Grenache and 25% Carignan. Jammy (I like this description used by John, the owner and the somm), notes of rich fruits and spices. Young and playful. The notes somewhat reminded me of Pinot Noir. All to say, it was an amazing night dining in Montreal!

    Annemette J.

    New renos are fabulous. The place is very cosy and warm feeling even in daylight. The bar is now amazing with the perfect lighting. Greg at the bar is great and the tagliatelle carbonara is to live for!

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    9 years ago

    Food very good but the service is overbearing. Too many people serving asking the same questions with constant interruptions.

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    Wolf & Workman - Bar

    Wolf & Workman

    4.5(197 reviews)
    3.1 kmVille-Marie
    $$$

    Stopped in for a late night crème brûlée and loved the vibes here! It was pretty busy and the bar…read morewas full, so we were sat at a table in the corner and got to people watch. We got there right before the kitchen closed but we got our order in just in time and I appreciate our waiter and the kitchen for the excellent quick service!

    I thought I understood the plan…read more We arrived at Wolf & Workman and I spotted the outdoor tables in front. Ah. Dog seating. I know how this works. But then something unexpected happened. They took me INSIDE. Through the restaurant. And out the other side into this absolutely fantastic hidden courtyard. Excuse me?? Why did nobody tell me we had upgraded accommodations? The back patio is one of those spaces you'd never know existed from the street. There are stone walls, greenery climbing everywhere, strings of lights overhead and some seriously cool artwork and murals. It feels tucked away from the bustle of Old Montreal and, once the lights came on, had a really warm, relaxed atmosphere. Most importantly, nobody seemed remotely concerned that a tiny Italian Greyhound had joined the dinner party. I was welcomed right in. Mum ordered the trout over couscous, which looked extremely impressive. She did give me some of the trout. Dad ordered the steak frites. I repeat: Dad ordered steak. At a dog-friendly restaurant. While sitting next to a dog. He did not share. I feel like we've covered this issue before. Dad had wine, Mum had a Diet Coke, and I spent much of dinner curled up comfortably with Mum while monitoring the steak situation. There were developments. None favorable to me. But Wolf & Workman is exactly the kind of place we're always hoping to find when traveling: somewhere the humans don't have to compromise on having a genuinely great dinner just because I'm with them. This wasn't simply "there are a couple of tables outside where you can put the dog." I got the good patio. Dogba's verdict: 5 paws out of 5. Dog welcome: enthusiastic Surprise hidden courtyard: exceptional Murals: excellent photo opportunities Evening atmosphere: Mum approved Mum's trout: apparently delicious Dad ordering steak in my presence: provocative Wine for Dad: yes Steak for Dogba: I'd prefer not to discuss it Would absolutely return. Although next time, when someone says Wolf & Workman, I expect considerably more attention to the wolf portion of the clientele.

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    Wolf & Workman - Patio seating

    Patio seating

    Wolf & Workman - Courtyard seating (outdoor)

    Courtyard seating (outdoor)

    Wolf & Workman

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    La Banquise - Poutine with smoked meat, spicy sausage, mushrooms and onions

    La Banquise

    4.0(2.5k reviews)
    4.3 kmPlateau-Mont-Royal
    $$

    After landing in Montréal, I was so hungry and craving a nice plate of poutine -- an iconic…read moreCanadian specialty. So I popped on Yelp to look for a spot near by with great reviews. La Banquise wasn't far from where we were staying and I discovered that it was a favorite of locals! I mean, at 11pm the place was packed to the brim! A very promising sign. Once we stepped inside this cozy establishment, it almost felt like a diner, with fun painted tables. Our table had Elsa & Anna on it! Their menu is outstanding, offering plenty of different loaded poutines. Poutine is typically fries, gravy, and cheese curds. So I decided on La Scooby, which had meats, a Caesar salad dressing, and fried pickles on top! The flavors all worked together so well! This was my first poutine experience and by far my favorite. Merci, La Banquise!!

    A local took me here and showed me the way to eat poutine in Montreal: you are supposed to (in the…read moresummer at least) get it to go and eat it in the park. So we lined up and I got the big portion. He warned me it was huge. And sure enough - it is a gigantic portion! It's more like for 2-3 people. I got smoked meat, sausage, mushrooms (1 substitution allowed). It is incredible. The cheese is so soft and melty and the sauce works really well. The smoked meat has amazing taste and is so good as are the sausages. Next time I would get the small portion though. It's more than good enough. :)

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    La Banquise - Front when entering

    Front when entering

    La Banquise - Poutine!!

    Poutine!!

    La Banquise - Mushroom Poutine - potato fries topped with cheese curds, gravy, and mushrooms

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    Bar George - Seafood tower

    Bar George

    4.3(318 reviews)
    1.6 kmVille-Marie
    $$

    Dining at Bar George was one of the highlights of our quick 24-hour layover in Montreal. We stayed…read moreat Le Mount Stephen Hotel without doing much research on dining options, assuming we'd just find something nearby. But before even checking in, we had to walk through Bar George ~ and instantly knew we wanted to eat there. We were lucky enough to grab a last-minute reservation, and Julien took a good care of us throughout the evening. His recommendation of the Beef Wellington was spot on (it's already one of our favorite dishes), but this was hands down the best we've ever had. I ordered the lobster risotto, which was excellent with just the right amount of spice. My son had the 10 oz striploin steak with homemade fries (chips), and it was absolutely delicious. I also loved the Canadian touch of coarse salt on the steak, plus the option to choose between Béarnaise or peppercorn sauce. Julien also mentioned their pastry chef placed second in a NY competition, and the desserts absolutely lived up to that reputation. We tried the pineapple and coconut pavlova and the "lick me hazelnut" ~ both beautifully presented and incredibly delicious. We also ordered iced coffee and a latte, and noticed something interesting: this was the second place where we found Canadian coffee to be smooth and mild ~ such a nice change from the often bitter, over-roasted American coffee. Yes, dinner was a bit steep ($300+), but it was worth every penny. Between the rich history, stunning design, outstanding service, and unique cuisine, I would highly recommend Bar George. I would absolutely love to come back!!

    The inside of the restaurant architecture that mimic an old nostalgia classic British…read morecraftsmanship. Overall, I really enjoyed the food, ambience, and service here was impeccable. Ordered the Beef Wellington with several other dishes which were very good. The drink was excellent! I visit this place every time that I am in the area visiting! Again, the architecture of the building is timeless and beautiful!

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    Bar George - Grandfather clock

    Grandfather clock

    Bar George
    Bar George - One of the dining room rooms

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    One of the dining room rooms

    Stash Café - Debutant - pierogi, placki (potato pancake), krokiet (rolled and fried crepe with meat), and bigos (stew of cabbage, sauerkraut, and meat)

    Stash Café

    4.4(437 reviews)
    3.1 kmVille-Marie
    $$

    My polish stepsister and mother rave about this place so when I visited we managed to snag a…read moreweekend reservation. In the middle of service, a piano player begun playing and so the vibe was pretty moody/lively. Our table wasn't quite ready for us but it was worth the wait! As a table, we shared a large beet salad that literally felt like it could cure cancer and mixed pierogis. They were a mix of meat, potato, cheese and mushroom (my favorite!!!). The dough was SO soft yet somehow they held their own. For my main, I ordered the Migos, which was a fairly healthy option consisting of savory cooked cabbage, sausage, meat and mushrooms. My dad had the Debutant and so got a variety that I was able to try including the crispy potato pancakes and a large croquette of sorts. My stepfamily put away a few glasses of Szarlotka, which I'd never heard of before but had a wonderfully sugared rim. I imagine if I knew what these were in college I would have been in trouble. I stuck with a mimosa like drink with Polish compote juice (so good!) and then after brunch we took Belvedere shots (a little disappointing they didn't offer options of other Eastern European vodkas). Oh, and the best part? The Nalesnik which were rich but not overly sweet crepes. Sooooooo good.

    It's 360 miles from my home in Northern NJ to Montreal but I make the pilgrimage gladly each year…read more Love has no bounds. If you have not experienced Montreal, I recommend it. One of my favorite restaurants is "Stash Cafe" named after the original owner Stanislav Proszyaski. You might have guessed it's a Polish restaurant. The Stash Cafe serves hearty and authentic Polish comfort food like cabbage rolls (Golaki), potato pancakes (Placki), and Kielbasa. The Stash Cafe is a stone building with an intimate rustic interior. Red shaded lambs and sturdy wooden tables complete the decor. I was dining with a friend on this last visit. She ordered Golaki ($23), two cabbage rolls filled with pork & rice, potatoes and a choice of salads. I ordered a Kielbasa ($26) plate which consisted of 2 Polish sausages from a local provider, salad, a biscuit and a grainy dijon mustard. We shared 4 potato pancakes Placki ($12)) served with sour cream or apple sauce. We both enjoyed our meal and I took the bill. Old school, I guess. Dessert offerings included poppy seed cake or strudel.

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    Stash Café - Inside

    Inside

    Stash Café - Flaki Soup

    Flaki Soup

    Stash Café - L'exterieur de Stash Cafe' au coin du Rue St.-Paul et Rue St.-Francois-Xavier (FR). (Il n'y a pas d'espace pour les mots Anglais)

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    L'exterieur de Stash Cafe' au coin du Rue St.-Paul et Rue St.-Francois-Xavier (FR). (Il n'y a pas d'espace pour les mots Anglais)

    Romados

    Romados

    4.2(573 reviews)
    3.6 kmPlateau-Mont-Royal
    $$

    I've lived in the Little Portugal area of Mile End, Montreal for 5 years now, and I don't know how…read moreI missed this spot for so long. Thank god I found it because one large chicken + chorizo poutine can feed my hungry wife and I and we even have leftovers! The fries are fresh, crispy, and the gravy is made with drippings of their own rotating rotisserie chicken. The chorizo sausage is barbecued to perfection. Did I mention they give you a lot of food for the price!? They also have a beautiful bakery with Bolas, strawberry cheesecake, and other fresh-made bakery items. They also have great service, with friendly cashiers, and the quality of food is 6 out of 5 stars. It's my favorite place and I come here almost once a week. They are passionate about their food and generous, and if you don't feel like paying up-the-arse for delicious Portuguese chicken Romados is the place for you. It's homey, they have spicy and mild Piri Piri sauce to choose from, the fries are tasty but not too salty, Chicken Salad is really delicious, and furthermore, they have family options, rice, potatoes, and you can order a half or quarter chicken, as well as other options like soup and barbecue pork (also very good). Thank you Romados!

    No fuss setting…read more Portuguese Chicken with Poutine = heaven on a plate. The chicken was tender, seasoned well and complimented by the tangy spicy sauce we selected. The patis de nata (I believe) would taste much better if it was heated. We bought it from the case. Otherwise, the service was fast, friendly and efficient.

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    Romados
    Romados
    Romados

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