Montreal Mediterranean, Bistros Buffet Restaurants (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Plaza Martini Grill - Montreal Mediterranean, Bistros Buffet Restaurants

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Plaza Martini Grill

We are located in the Imperia Hotel & Suites.

Open until 9 pm

(89)

Boucherville

Bistro Grill Seafood/Fish Tartare Breakfast Vegetarian

Review Summary

Plaza Martini Grill is described as a beautiful place with impeccable service and excellent food that suits groups and celebrations alike. The quality and preparation of the dishes are consistently praised, including standout items like an original Caesar salad and a chicken supreme with vegetables grilled to perfection. The dining experience is characterized by generous portions, from starter to dessert, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere created by attentive staff. Service is repeatedly highlighted as professional, friendly, and helpful in making recommendations, contributing to a memorable visit. Overall, the reviews reflect a reliable, high quality dining option that many would revisit for another enjoyable meal.View restaurant profile

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La Piazza - Montreal Mediterranean, Bistros Buffet Restaurants

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La Piazza

La Piazza Restaurant and La Cupola Bar are located inside the Sheraton Laval Hotel.

Open until 10 pm

(36)

Chomedey

Italian Mediterranean International Grill Seafood/Fish Burgers

Review Summary

La Piazza offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with live jazz that makes evenings feel relaxed and enjoyable, and parking nearby adds ease to visits. Service draws praise for being friendly, attentive, and efficient with a courteous host greeting guests on arrival. The menu shows thoughtful presentation and tasty flavors, with the salmon poke bowl singled out for its fresh components and the lasagna and chicken milanese noted as having room for refinement, while other dishes shine and the overall variety satisfies different tastes. Special occasions are celebrated with style, including a New Year's Eve buffet that impressed with quality selections, a thoughtful room gift, and impeccable service that left guests feeling very satisfied. Taken together, La Piazza is remembered as a place where good value, a lively yet cozy vibe, and dependable food and hospitality come together to create pleasant nights out.View restaurant profile

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Le Rouge Vin

Open until 10 pm

(1227)

Trois-Rivières

French Bistro Seafood/Fish Tartare

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Le Rouge Vin is widely praised for its stunning river views, elegant ambience, and a seafood focused menu that many diners describe as excellent, with service that is frequently described as professional and attentive. The terrace and the main dining room offer a beautiful setting, and the seafood at will buffet along with refined dishes such as tartare and bisque are common highlights, as is the wine list and occasional brunch offerings. Experiences vary, however, with some guests noting higher prices since the move and occasional slower service during busy times, as well as a few dishes that are overcooked or under delivered. Overall Le Rouge Vin is regarded as a standout choice in Trois-Rivières, ideal for celebrations or family dinners, and many report a memorable experience and say they will return to enjoy the cuisine, the view, and the hospitality.View restaurant profile

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Osco!

Inspired by the markets of the South of France

May be temporarily closed

(642)

Old Montreal

French Bistro Breakfast Market Grill Tapas

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Osco! is described as a warm, stylish spot with a welcoming atmosphere and consistently tasty food, good for romantic dinners, family celebrations, or casual meals. The service is repeatedly praised for attentiveness and professionalism, with a varied menu that ranges from comforting starters to seafood, pasta, and well prepared mains, plus a thoughtful wine and cocktail list. The setting is noted as cozy and elegant, making it a reliable choice for different occasions in a lively but intimate atmosphere. While prices are often considered high and a few dishes or moments of service may vary, the overall message is that Osco! delivers a high quality dining experience with hospitable staff, strong flavors, and a memorable ambiance.View restaurant profile

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Au Petit Extra

Open until 11 pm

(688)

The Village/Centre-Sud

Bistro French Tartare

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Au Petit Extra is described as a warm, homey place with attentive service and a generous wine list. Diners highlight quality ingredients and a menu that blends French and Mediterranean flavors, with notable dishes such as duck confit, magret de canard, onglet de boeuf, lamb shank, and gravlax de boeuf, along with desserts like creme brulee and maison sorbets, and an ambience that invites lingering. Some reviews mention rough spots, including overcooked risotto, burnt fries, or mixed results on certain plates, and a few note slower service or a difficult encounter with the owner, but many balance these with praise for hospitality, value, and the overall dining experience. The restaurant is frequently recommended for evenings with family or friends, and its location near a popular area is seen as a plus by patrons.View restaurant profile

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Event Venue

Cheval Royal

A first-class reception venue located in Laval, offering an elegant setting for any celebration.

Open until 3 am

(24)

Pont Viau Laval-des-Rapides

Lebanese Mediterranean Middle Eastern Grill Vegan Options

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Cheval Royal is described as a warmly elegant spot with a welcoming atmosphere, where guests praise high quality ingredients, careful presentation and impeccably attentive service that fit both casual nights with friends and special occasions. The venue's decor and ambiance receive frequent praise, with many noting it as ideal for celebrations, weddings and other events, including a private space for the bride and a well crafted setup for gatherings. The menu earns strong remarks for tasty, diverse dishes, though a few reviews mention prices for food and alcohol and some inconsistency in parking. Live music and a festive vibe, including Lebanese and Latin influences, contribute to the mood, while other comments point to a quieter atmosphere if English language music is scarce. Overall this restaurant is seen as a top Arabic/Middle Eastern option in the area, with many recommending it and expressing a desire to return or host future gatherings.View restaurant profile

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Restaurant Buffet hunkar istanbul

Open until Midnight

(296)

Anjou-St-Léonard Villeray-Saint-Michel

Mediterranean Turkish Grill Seafood/Fish

Review Summary

Restaurant Buffet hunkar istanbul offers a very large and diverse buffet that spans Turkish, Mediterranean and Maghrebi influences, with a wide array of salads, meats, seafood, desserts, fruits and traditional pastries, and many dishes are well presented and regularly replenished. Grills on wood fire and prepared to order are a standout feature. The ambiance is clean, warm and family friendly, and the staff is generally attentive and professional. Prices are frequently described as high for a buffet, though many feel the breadth, freshness and quality justify it, while others call the pricing inconsistent. A few reviews mention occasional dishes not as fresh or a few complaints about interior design or authenticity, and there is a hygiene-related concern noted by one reviewer, but these are not universal. The venue is popular for celebrations and events, with positive mentions of Ramadan iftar experiences. Overall, it is often regarded as one of Montreal's best buffets, offering generous portions, a wide variety and a welcoming service that makes guests likely to return.View restaurant profile

Bakery/Pastry Shop

Al-Taib Boulangerie

(200)

Downtown

Middle Eastern Lebanese Salads Pizza Mediterranean Poutine

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Reviews of Al-Taib Boulangerie describe a casual, budget-friendly spot with large portions and a wide selection of tasty, inexpensive options, including pizza, a salad bar by weight, and fresh manoushe with zaatar, all served in a clean, welcoming space with open late hours. The food is consistently praised for quality and value, with pepperoni pizza and the Lebanese style offerings getting particular shoutouts, and many appreciating the halal menu and bread that tastes fresh from the oven. The staff are repeatedly described as friendly and accommodating, contributing to a homey atmosphere, while some comments note that service can feel chaotic at times even as the product remains reliable. Price sensitivity is a common thread, with several reviewers noting notable increases and mixed feelings about portions for the price, yet the overall experience remains favorable due to good variety, quick service, and dependable flavors. The upstairs dining area and buffet by weight are convenient for quick meals, and the place is frequently cited as a go-to on campus for affordable, satisfying eats.View restaurant profile