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 Affordable French/Italian bistro |
4051 St-Denis Street (At Duluth) Montreal, QC H2W 2M7 Canada +1 514 849 2249 |
This shockingly affordable French/Italian bistro on the corner of Duluth and St-Denis owes far more to the stylish flair of the latter than to the touristy nonsense of the former. The décor is modern and clean and the service friendly, brisk and unflappable. The solid if not revolutionary menu of bistro fare includes wonderfully prepared mussels, light pasta dishes and outstanding homemade desserts. Most main courses can be had for under CAD12, and considering that you've brought your own wine, this is one of Montreal's true bargains. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Warm, friendly, unique |
4622 Hôtel-de-Ville Ave (Near Mont-Royal) Montreal, QC H2T 2B1 Canada +1 514 845 1369 |
This bring-your-own-wine gem, nestled in a cultural corner of the Plateau Mont-Royal, might be small but the food, service and charming Parisian bistro motif more than make up for the size. Bistro L'Entrepont serves some of the best and most reasonably priced French cuisine in the city. The clientele is a true slice of Montreal society, ranging from locals who enjoy good food to those who have travelled halfway across the city - or further. The waitstaff is chummy and efficient, the ambience warm and romantic. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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French landmark |
1228 Sherbrooke St West (At Crescent) Montreal, QC H3G 1H6 Canada +1 514 842 4212 |
Nestled in the plush confines of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, this revered French restaurant pampers diners from morning until night. An air of affluent civility is complemented by flawless, unobtrusive service and an opulent décor. All this can add up to an astronomical bill. Breakfast features specialties from around the world, lunch offers French and international dishes, and dinner tempts diners with a variety of tables d'hôte. The lovely afternoon tea is perhaps most famous: relax in the garden with sandwiches and pastries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mouth watering creations |
2072 Drummond Street (Near de Maisonneuve) Montreal, QC H3G 1W9 Canada +1 514 282 9790 http://www.lescaprices.com/ |
This upscale restaurant in the heart of downtown combines a luxurious environment with outstanding culinary creations. It boasts a waiter who made it to the Sopexa World Final for wine service, so you know you will be well cared for. The chef's creations have included sea bass with asparagus and wild mushrooms, and duck breast with yam and dates. It is all somewhat pricey at between, before adding wine or tip. Magnificent tables d'hôte include the Menu Caprice: cream of pumpkin soup, roasted quail, duck breast caramelized with cider jelly, dessert and coffee. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cheery, lively and festive |
440 St-François-Xavier Street (Near St-Sacrament) Montreal, QC H2Y 2T3 Canada +1 514 286 9589 http://www.casademateo.com/ |
This cheery, lively and festive space captures some of the feeling of Mexico with its troubadours and open kitchen, where tortillas are hand-rolled and baked. The setting (within a double dining room) is designed with parties in mind. A definite must is the freshly churned guacamole, followed by Shrimp à la Diabla. Dessert is an extra treat, featuring bananas flambéed in liqueur and tequila. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grand celebrations |
2075 Bishop Street (Near de Maisonneuve) Montreal, QC H3G 2E8 Canada +1 514 844 1842 |
This lavishly decorated, monumentally expensive downtown landmark features one of Canada's finest wine lists, and an incredibly well-versed staff of wine stewards to help you navigate it. Though often listed together atop the roster of Montreal's finest French restaurants, the overall experience here could be seen as the polar opposite of Toqué's. Think meat, butter-based sauces and healthy portions; traditional palates will be well pleased. Traditional wallets might be vexed, however, by prix-fixe menus that top out at well over CAD150 including wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fish and seafood bastion |
211 Notre-Dame Street West (Near St-Jean) Montreal, QC H2Y 1T4 Canada +1 514 849 4061 |
This Old Montreal restaurant has been dishing out fish and seafood delights for as long as most people can remember. And it's the place to be if you like to hobnob with the city's power brokers. But don't expect to score any big deals here: everyone is too busy eating. Standouts on the menu include everything from lobster and oysters to Canadian arctic char and halibut. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Among the best |
1209 Guy Street (Near Ste-Catherine) Montreal, QC H3H 2K5 Canada +1 514 934 0473 |
Elegant yet intimate, formal yet comfortable, this standard bearer of the downtown restaurant trade has been named among the best in Montreal by none other than the New York Times. And it has maintained that status for years. Part of the secret is the traditional and authentic French cuisine that has been its mainstay: from fresh Dover Sole Meunière to Poached Pear in almond basket. Not surprisingly, you can easily ring up between CAD125-200 for two before wine and tip. But here, splurging can be well worth it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Montreal's bistro |
360 St Antoine Street West (Near St Pierre) Montreal, QC H2Y 3X4 Canada +1 514 287 2810 http://www.montreal.interconti... |
Located within the spectacular Inter-Continental Hotel, just off the edge of Old Montreal, this Victorian-style bistro prides itself on a casual, informal and upbeat ambiance. The food is bistro-style, with plenty of sandwiches, salads, fried goodies and various munchies. Chez Plume is the kind of place where lovers rendezvous for a romantic dinner, businessmen meet for a working lunch, and friends and colleagues gather for happy hour. Seating 80, it is open to the public on weekdays and for private gatherings on weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meal fit for a king |
158 St Paul Street East (Near St-Vincent) Montreal, QC H2Y 1G6 Canada +1 514 866 5194 |
Located in an 1862 building designed by famed architect Henri-Maurice Perrault, this Old Montreal restaurant features warm, intimate and cheering décor amid thick greystone walls. The menu offers both table d'hôte and à la carte selections, and includes all the classic French dishes: from a roasted capon breast and chestnut confit to the surf and turf. If you really feel like splurging, try the Sabayon Chez Queux dessert. Wine Spectator considers the cellar "one of the most outstanding in the world." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Innovative and inventive |
99 Laurier Avenue West (Near Casgrain) Montreal, QC H2T 2N6 Canada +1 514 271 3095 http://www.lachronique.qc.ca/ |
For lunch or dinner, this Plateau area restaurant is a classic example of innovative and inventive cooking; a pan-European base is garnished with touches of Asia and Latin America. The result is a post-modern fusion set amid youthful, lively décor. The a la carte menu features a duck foie gras appetizer, with lobster, peaches and vanilla and a mixed grill of blackened duck, grilled shrimp and caviar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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First class |
443 St-Vincent Street (At Notre-Dame) Montreal, QC H2Y 3A6 Canada +1 514 875 5067 |
This Old Montreal standout is first class when it comes to the cuisine, the service and the wine list. Décor is belle epoque: opulent, without being overdone. The restaurant was recently picked as one of the top ten in the city. Among the specialties of the house are duck liver and pancakes filled with salmon. Chef Postel is also famous for his chocolates and truffles, which he sells around the world. Make sure to reserve. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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South of France cuisine |
156 Laurier Avenue West (At l'Esplanade) Montreal, QC H2T 2N7 Canada +1 514 272 9484 |
Located in the trendy Plateau area of the city, this restaurant specializes in cuisine from the south of France. It offers such delights as Duck Confit and the Tapenade, an olive-caper-anchovy paste. A favourite for both first-timers and connoisseurs, this is about as authentic as it gets without actually visiting Provence. The service is excellent, if somewhat haughty. The wine list is heavy with southwestern French wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular fondue spot |
4325 St-Denis Street (Near Marie-Anne) Montreal, QC H2J 2K9 Canada +1 514 499 1446 |
This popular spot offers an enormous selection of Swiss and Chinese-style delicacies. With a simple, comfortable décor and magnificent garden terrace in the rear, this is a favorite on summer evenings and chilly winter nights alike. Appetizers include soups and salads (CAD3.75-7). Basic cheese fondues go for CAD9.50-10.50, while main course Swiss and Chinese fondues with beef, duck or vegetables run from CAD14-17. Game meats are another specialty: buffalo, deer, caribou, wild boar, duck and ostrich, at around CAD22. Tables d'hôte start at CAD35. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale namesake |
2180 de la Montagne Street (Near Sherbrooke) Montreal, QC H3G 1Z7 Canada +1 514 284 2132 |
This luxurious downtown French restaurant is the second opened abroad by the renowned Fouquet's of Paris (the other, strangely enough, is in Mexico City). The décor is more modern and the clientele more nouveau-riche than at Les Halles or the other truly haute French restaurants in the area. Still, the dishes represent the classics of French cuisine, from an escargots Bordelaise appetizer through magnificent artistic creations of beef, lamb and seafood. The wine list, like the menu, is extravagantly priced but very well researched. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spectacular presentation |
3455 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near Sherbrooke) Montreal, QC H2X 2T6 Canada +1 514 284 3823 http://www.restaurantglobe.com/ |
Mixing American, Chinese, Szechuan and Thai cuisine to create remarkably interesting fusion, this restaurant on St-Laurent Boulevard prides itself on using seasonal ingredients native to Quebec. Appetizers range from Warm Hot Goat Cheese with Tomato Confit to a simple Endive salad with apple slices and walnuts. Entrees include Roast Red Deer and mustard braised rabbit. Food presentation is also spectacular: a riot of colour, textures and ingredients. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Magical |
1444 Metcalfe Street (Near de Maisonneuve) Montreal, QC H3A 1P5 Canada +1 514 842 3636 |
Set in an anonymous landscape, the cold exterior of this deluxe French bistro belies a warmth that has attracted patrons ever since Guy and Dodo opened shop. Inside, the setting is magical, warm, graceful and elegant all at the same time. But the food is the real attraction, luring in both casual diners and the gourmets of this world. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Superb Italian |
3627 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near Prince Arthur) Montreal, QC H2X 2V5 Canada +1 514 282 4996 |
Serving some of the finest food on this part of St-Laurent Boulevard, this under-appreciated Italian spot features rustic décor, friendly and professional service and an inventive and delicious menu. Appetizers include a mixed salad (CAD6.50) and chef's antipasto, while main courses are highlighted by a selection of risottos and pastas (papardelle with veal Cheek and mushroom stew. The wine list is exclusively Italian and rather expensive—you won't find any Chianti under—but the final damage is still quite reasonable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tranquil landmark |
1228 Sherbrooke St W (At Crescent) Montreal, QC H3G 1H6 Canada +1 514 842 4212 http://www.ritzcarlton.com/ |
In purely relative terms, this incredibly beautiful outdoor terrace is the more casual dining option at the landmark Ritz Carlton. Chef Gérard Bahon is one of the city's most respected; he combines traditional French cuisine with daring touches and techniques. A formidable wine cellar, manicured garden, duck pond and attentive but discreet service make this one of Montreal's great dining experiences. It is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch, and is especially popular for afternoon tea, when a harpist will soothe even the most jangled nerves. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Power lunch or romantic dinner |
1191 Union Avenue (Near René-Lévesque) Montreal, QC H3B 3C3 Canada +1 514 871 1581 |
This downtown restaurant has been serving executive power lunches and romantic dinners for 20 years. The décor is French provincial within a two-storey building, and is as young and fresh today as when it first opened for business. Dishes include stunning tournedos of duck breast, while lunch and dinner tables. The wine choice is broad and suited for all tastes and wallets. Service is first-rate and dinner for two, before wine and tip. Reservations are a must. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Enshrined space |
2170 de la Montagne Street (Near Sherbrooke) Montreal, QC H3G 1Z7 Canada +1 514 849 1172 |
One of Montreal's first Japanese restaurants, this downtown institution has been vying for the city's sushi title for more than a quarter of a century. Soothing décor and a striking sushi bar contribute to the sophisticated and calm atmosphere. The sushi menu is enormous, representing the full range of maki rolls and sashimi; various platters allow you to combine the tried-and-true with more exotic choices. Tamer palates will be satiated by traditional teriyaki dishes (steak, chicken), sukiyaki and tempura specialties. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dazzling landmark |
1130 Jeanne-Mance Street (Near René-Lévesque) Montreal, QC H2Z 1L7 Canada +1 514 861 3166 |
Serving the downtown corporate crowd, this upscale Italian landmark just keeps getting better. The décor is dazzling: all banners, tapestries and brass, not to mention an atrium-enclosed two-level dining room. Specialties include veal chops (CAD40), Jumbo Shrimps Fra Diavolo (CAD30) and Porcini Risotto (CAD25). The wine list is dominated by pricey Italian selections and the service is exemplary. For those who enjoy a cigar, there is a special lounge available for their pleasure. Cash only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian comfort food |
639 Notre Dame W Montreal, QC H3C 1H8 Canada +1 514 842 0588 http://www.lemuscadin.ca |
Traditional opulence is combined with traditional Italian comfort food in this monument to fine dining. This is a good choice for an expense-account business lunch, celebratory dinner or romantic getaway. Striking menu items include the Pennine Romanoff (pasta flamed with vodka in a rosé sauce and black pepper) and Gamberoni Ricardo (shrimp flamed in Pastis liquor). Light eaters may be sorely tested by items, such as the Filetto di Manzo Zingarelli, Filet Mignon flamed with cognac in a melted Gorgonzola cheese sauce, sprinkled with truffles! The wine cellar claims to have 10,000 bottles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Opulence and elegance |
1430 de la Montagne Street (Near Ste-Catherine) Montreal, QC H3G 1Z5 Canada +1 514 288 5656 |
Opulence and elegance are the order of the day in this belle époque restaurant, which is nestled within the Hôtel de la Montagne. The décor is appropriately grand, with an illuminated fountain and marble water nymphs. The cuisine is definitely haute, with offerings such as Sevruga Caviar (CAD45) and foie gras (CAD16.25). The tables d'hôte include swordfish (CAD21.75) and rack of lamb (cAD35). Service is orderly and efficient and dinner for two, excluding wine or tip, can easily reach CAD90. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lofty standards |
1216 Bishop Street (Near Ste-Catherine) Montreal, QC H3G 2E3 Canada +1 514 861 6733 |
Aside from perhaps the Beaver Club, this Bishop Street institution hosts the most established power scene in the city, the tastefully decorated interior has seen some of Montreal's best known faces. Despite this, the overall effect suggests relaxed sophistication more than an old boys' club. The Provençale cuisine, under the direction of Jacques Muller, is unabashedly carnivorous, hearty and expensive: the Pescadou, a traditional French seafood soup, is an oft-mentioned specialty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upbeat Italian |
1251 Gilford Street (At Brébeuf) Montreal, QC H2J 1R3 Canada +1 514 522 0422 |
Located in a century-old house in the heart of the Plateau, this restaurant features an oasis-like summer patio with natural grapevines; it has been called the most romantic restaurant in the city. The menu combines Italian and French cuisine with dishes such as gnocchi (with peas, ham and cream, CAD12.95), Osso Buco alla Milanese (CAD30), a calamari salad appetizer (CAD5.50) and Veal Filet Mignon (with wild mushrooms and marsala, CAD30), all topped off by simple desserts (CAD3.50) and espresso (CAD2) as part of the affordable tables d'hôte. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mouth-watering good |
4216 St. Laurent Boulevard Montreal, QC H2W 1Z3 Canada +1 514 844 4733 |
Amid fierce competition on The Main, this upscale restaurant is perennially packed, especially on the weekend, and reservations are a must. The dining room is spacious, with high ceilings, and the décor is on the cool side, with white and purple tablecloth. The food is top-notch, made with fresh ingredients. Specialties include onion bhaji, bhoona prawn, seekh kebab and butter chicken. The service is prompt and formal. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exotic decor |
3706 St-Denis Street (Near des Pins) Montreal, QC H2X 3L7 Canada +1 514 285 4628 |
For something a little different, this intimate locale boasts an exotic decor and warm ambiance as well as traditional Ethiopian cuisine. The à la carte menu ranges from a variety of regional plates made from chicken to lamb, as well as vegetarian platters. Settle down and eat from an inerja, or naan bread-type pancake which ostensibly eliminates the need for utensils. It's a perfect place for large groups, as diners can sample as many of the exotic dishes as possible. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Open kitchen gem |
330 Marie-Anne St E (At Drolet) Montreal, QC H2W 1B1 Canada +1 514 282 6342 |
The informal décor at this relatively undiscovered bring-your-own-wine bistro belies the wonderful creations exiting its open kitchen. As the name implies, the restaurant is tiny, booking is advisable if not essential. Main courses range a include soup or salad. The menu also includes a wide range of a la carte items and home made deserts. Call for reservations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bistro standards |
1690 Ontario St East (At Papineau) Montreal, QC H1L 1S7 Canada +1 514 527 5552 http://www.aupetitextra.com/ |
One of Montreal's best known bistros, this bright and breezy restaurant packs in appreciative hordes for its blackboard menu of French classics. The crowd is boisterous, casual and convivial, the service is upbeat and professional. The reasonably priced and rotating menu includes wonderful appetizers like warm goat's cheese with salad, and main courses running a fairly narrow gamut from rabbit stuffed with wild mushrooms to smoked breast of duck with melon jelly, vegetarians might find themselves a little short on options. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Refined and relaxed |
401 Bonsecours Street (Near St Paul) Montreal, QC H2Y 3C3 Canada +1 514 282 1725 http://www.pierreducalvet.ca/ |
Located within the Auberge Pierre du Calvet , this turn-of-the-century Victorian dining room exudes refinement and relaxation. Stone walls, beautiful woodwork, antiques, chandeliers and sumptuous silk curtains offset the formal décor. The menu includes classic French cuisine choices, either from the tables d'hôte or à la carte. There is a solid selection of wines in the mid to upper price range, and pre or post-dinner cocktails are served in a cozy lounge before a fireplace. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Place to be seen |
1471 Cresent Street (Near Ste-Catherine) Montreal, QC H3G 2B2 Canada +1 514 289 1930 http://www.pinorestaurant.com |
This restaurant is smack-dab in the middle of the Montreal bar scene, and the perfect place to be noticed. The atmosphere is warm and cozy. Service is friendly and efficient. The breakfast menu has a large selection including omelettes, bagels, crepes, and all your favorite breakfast dishes. The main menu has many diverse Italian entrees including Gnocchi al gorgonzola, Penne Romanoff and Margherita Pizza. Check out both menus and Pino's wine list on their website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Formal French |
1155 Metcalfe Street (Near René-Lévesque) Montreal, QC H3B 2V6 Canada +1 514 871 8920 |
An outstanding example of formal French cuisine since 1974, this restaurant offers classic and memorable meals amidst an atmosphere of obvious pride and professionalism. The majestic Sun Life Building serves as the décor. The menu, mostly traditional dishes from the French province of Gascony, features Smoked Goose Breast, Duck Foie Gras Terrine, Snails in Puff Pastry, Bayonne Ham in Cream Sauce and Dover Sole Meunière. Most diners make a selection from the huge cheese menu, while the wine list includes a wide selection of mid-to-high range French labels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wild decor and first class kitchen |
3550 St-Laurent Boulevard (Near Milton) Montreal, QC H2X 2V1 Canada +1 514 289 0998 |
As with nearly every restaurant on St-Laurent between Milton and Sherbrooke, Red Thai sports an eye-catching décor. More rare for the area is its first-class kitchen, which offers a very reasonable table d'hôte: soup, choice of appetizers (shrimp or meat dumplings), lemon sorbet, and one of seven main courses. Choose from sautéed sliced fillet mignon, sautéed assorted Oriental vegetables or chicken in green curry. Put out the fire with a pint of imported beer or a selection from the very reasonable wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Escape the grind |
93 de la Commune Street East (Near St-Gabriel) Montreal, QC H2Y 1J1 Canada +1 514 392 1649 |
Anyone looking to escape from the daily grind could hardly do better than this cozy hideaway. Located on the edge of Old Montreal and facing the St Lawrence River, its charm lies not only in its location, but also in the authentic cuisine of master chef Armand Forcherio. Dishes include wild mushroom soup and duck-liver pâté starters, followed by venison steak, arctic char and tuna on corn crepe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Formal affair |
1450 Crescent St (Near Ste-Catherine) Montreal, QC H3G 2B6 Canada +1 514 844 2328 |
Already world-famous and a beacon for high-end French cuisine, this classically formal restaurant continues to represent the best of Parisian atmosphere and gastronomy. Gentlemen are required to wear jackets. This is dining at its most exquisite. Among the sublime dishes is a "Surprise du Patron," which includes grilled quail breasts, fried shrimp and venison in wine-based sauce. All this class does not come cheaply, with wine prices rocketing into the stratosphere and dinner for two, not including wine and tip, sure to top the CAD100 mark. Reservations are a must. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Imaginative touch |
900, Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle Montreal, QC H2Z 2B2 Canada +1 514 499 2084 http://www.restaurant-toque.com/ |
Normand Laprise's nouveau-Quebec landmark attracts gourmets from across North America for its adventurous and artistic cuisine. Reservations should be made weeks in advance, and diners should be prepared for a truly astronomical bill—the five-course gourmet menu may be your best option. The Warm Foie Gras à la Toqué is the most famous appetizer, while the Slightly Sautéed Longue-Pointe de Minmgan Sea Scallops are a tempting main course. The superb wine list is actually quite reasonable in price. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Russian flamboyance |
2171 Crescent Street (Near de Maisonneuve) Montreal, QC H3G 2C1 Canada +1 514 849 9333 |
Anyone seeking Russian flamboyance in a dramatic setting has found the right place. The décor is wall-to-wall red and gold velvet—somewhat decadent and spy novel secretive. It makes for a cozy yet intriguing evening, especially when influenced by a couple of flavoured vodkas. The menu is Franco-Russian exile-style, exemplified by a revisionist blend of Beef Stroganoff on linguine with a side of broccoli, carrots and snow peas. Service is friendly and professional, and the vodka smooth. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ooh la la |
290 Richelieu Street Montreal, QC J0L 2EO Canada +1 450 584 2231 / +1 514 856 7787 http://www.lestroistilleuls.com/ |
One of suburban Montreal's finest dining experiences can be had at this prestigious country inn, which is located about half an hour southeast of downtown in St-Marc-sur-Richelieu. Within the impeccable rustic décor, chef Jean-François Méthot serves his renowned Canadian/Québécois fare: his specialties include a guinea fowl consommé with seared liver, and such carnivorous joys as the filet mignon with pepper sauce, which is flambéed at your table. The "Glimpse of the Country" menu offers Lobster Bisque, Quail Liver Parfait, veal with wild mushrooms and dessert, along with a choice from 600 vintages. Review © 2007, Wcities |