Best Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Orexi Estiatorio - Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal

Orexi Estiatorio

In the heart of Old Montreal, Orexi Estiatorio invites you to awaken your 'Orexi' (appetite) with the sun-drenched tastes of Greece.

Opens Tomorrow at 5 pm

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Old Montreal

Greek Mediterranean Seafood/Fish Grill

Review Summary

Orexi Estiatorio is widely praised as a standout Greek dining experience in Old Montreal, with stunning, authentic flavors and consistently high quality. The octopus, calamari, sea bass and lamb chops are celebrated for their precise cookery and bold profiles, while crispy zucchini chips, tzatziki and other mezze add lively notes. Attentive service and a warm, inviting atmosphere accompany the dishes, with cocktails and desserts like loukoumades and baklava earning frequent compliments. The kitchen excels in thoughtful twists on classics and aims to deliver a memorable evening for every guest. Overall, these reviews convey a strong impression of Orexi Estiatorio as a must visit for lovers of genuine Greek cuisine in Montreal.View restaurant profile

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Mama C Café - Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal

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Mama C Café

Located inside the Nelligan Hotel, right next to Mama C Restaurant, our Café reflects the same Mediterranean warmth and attention to detail.

Open until 10 pm

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Old Montreal

Café Breakfast Pastries Sandwiches Salads Juice Bar & Smoothies

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Mama C Café is described as a beautiful, welcoming spot in the Old Port where the interior is stylish and the atmosphere calm and inviting, making it easy to relax, work, or catch up with friends. The food and coffee are consistently praised for quality and flavor, and the service is repeatedly noted as attentive, friendly, and efficient, creating a memorable experience. Guests highlight good value for the quality, a simple, appealing menu, and a space that remains charming even when busy. A few notes include small portions relative to price at times, but the overall vibe, decor, and hospitality inspire frequent returns.View restaurant profile

Laggy Restaurant Club Privé - Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal

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Laggy Restaurant Club Privé

A private restaurant/club designed to appeal to the most discerning palates.

Opens Tomorrow at 11 am

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Mirabel

Market Regional Fusion Tartare

Mentioned in: The Best Easter Brunches in Montreal

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Laggy Restaurant Club Privé is described as an immersive dining experience where impeccable service, refined ambiance and high quality cuisine come together from start to finish. The staff takes time to describe each dish, its ingredients and flavor pairings, turning the meal into a true gastronomic journey. Highlights include beef carpaccio with remarkable freshness, a perfectly balanced tartare, and well prepared toasts with shrimp, along with an array of pastas and rich, savory escargots. Desserts, coffee and drinks crown the experience with elegance. Across visits, the service remains attentive and the atmosphere feels sophisticated, leading many to see Laggy Restaurant Club Privé as a standout in Montreal and a place to return to for comfort and excitement alike.View restaurant profile

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MOTTO HandRoll Bar - Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal

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MOTTO HandRoll Bar

Montreal's Temaki Bar

Opens Tomorrow at 12 pm

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Old Montreal

Japanese Sushi Creative

Mentioned in: The 10 Most Romantic Restaurants in Montreal for Valentine's Day 2026

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Guests describe Motto Handroll Bar as a lively yet intimate spot where hand rolls are made to order with exceptionally fresh fish and well balanced flavors. Food and drinks stand out for quality and presentation, with creative crudos and standout tuna and salmon rolls that make each bite feel special. An engaging atmosphere and stylish decor contribute to a great setting for a date night or a fun night out with friends. Service is consistently friendly, attentive, and helpful with recommendations, adding to the welcoming vibe. Overall the experience feels vibrant and memorable, pairing thoughtful preparation with a warm, casual feel that keeps guests coming back.View restaurant profile

Restaurant Benjamin - Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal

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Restaurant Benjamin

French-style restaurant in the heart of downtown Montreal

Open until 9:30 pm

(144)

Downtown

Steakhouse French Bistro Grill Seafood/Fish

Mentioned in: At the RestoMontreal Team Table: Our Discoveries This Month

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Restaurant Benjamin presents a warm, refined French steakhouse atmosphere with attentive, professional service and consistently excellent food. The menu features flavorful steaks, creative cocktails, and a thoughtful wine list that together create memorable experiences for celebrations and business dinners, though a few reviews mention price and occasional pacing or service quirks.View restaurant profile

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Mezcla - Fine Dining / Upscale Restaurants in Montreal

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Mezcla

French-Peruvian cuisine in Old Montreal

Opens Thursday at 5:30 pm

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Old Montreal

French Peruvian

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Mezcla is described as a small, intimate spot in Old Montreal with warm, attentive service and a creatively presented menu that blends Peruvian roots with modern global influences. Dishes are vibrant and thoughtfully composed, with bold flavors and thoughtful wine and cocktail pairings that invite curiosity with every course. The ambiance and hospitality feel welcoming and memorable, leaving guests with a sense of discovering a hidden gem that is worth returning to.View restaurant profile

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Ristorante Il Teatro

Located at Place des Festivals, IL TEATRO puts everything in place to give you an incomparable experience.

Open until 11 pm

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Quartier des Spectacles, Downtown

Italian Pizza Pasta Grill Salads

Mentioned in: Best New Restaurants in Montreal (April 2026)

Review Summary

Reviews portray Il Teatro as a stylish Italian restaurant with a warm atmosphere, a wood-fired oven, and a menu that shines with well prepared pasta, pizzas, and desserts; starters like eggplant and artichoke are frequently praised, as are the mortadella pizza, the cod, and tiramisu, while the service is described as attentive and friendly and the decor as impressive, contributing to a generally high satisfaction level; some comments note high prices for the portions, a few early stage service hiccups, and occasional long waits, but many guests say they would return and see it as a good pre or post show option in the theater district; overall the experience comes across as refined, flavorful, and welcoming with room for consistency and value adjustments.View restaurant profile

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Celeste

Opens Tomorrow at 5:30 pm

(46)

Downtown

Italian Mediterranean

Mentioned in: The Best Spots for Dirty Martinis in Montreal

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Celeste delights with a beautiful, inviting ambiance, warm, attentive service, and exceptional food. From the decor to the open kitchen and consistently friendly staff, the experience feels polished yet welcoming. The menu blends Italian influences with refined, flavorful dishes like cannelloni and mushroom pasta, fresh seafood such as calamari and raw tuna, and standout plates like stracciatella salad with fig dressing, a perfectly cooked steak, and crispy duck fat potatoes, followed by desserts like a delicious chocolate cake. Fresh bread, a well chosen wine list, and well balanced cocktails, including espresso martinis, round out the meal. While the restaurant is a bit on the pricey side, the quality and the lively atmosphere make it a memorable night out for special occasions, dates, or celebrations with friends or family. A fresh downtown Montreal hotspot that many reviewers would return to again and again, praised for energy and consistently high standards across courses.View restaurant profile