Café Ruban Bleu is described as a small, cozy café that delivers a warm and natural welcome, with friendly staff and a menu built around fresh, farm-sourced products and homemade items such as sandwiches, pastries and beverages, including seasonal drinks and a pistachio milk latte. The ambiance is noted as calm and stress-free, with a well decorated space on the edge of the road and about twenty interior seats plus options to dine inside or outside, making it a convenient stop in Mercier. It is frequently portrayed as a gem compared with larger chains, offering high quality coffee, tasty sandwiches, and delicious items like beurrasse with onion confit, with references to it feeling like a must-visit and to the freshness and flavor of the products. A few comments mention limited hours, with a wish for afternoon, evening and Sunday openings to work or study, but overall the reviews converge on Café Ruban Bleu as a charming, delicious and reliable spot that invites return.View restaurant profile
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Chez Loulou is described as a solid, affordable choice for brunch and lunch, with waffles that kids love and prices that feel reasonable. The food is often praised as good to excellent and the portions and consistency are noted by regulars, while service is frequently described as fast and friendly; occasional comments mention a coffee that is a bit weak or service that can feel cold. Regular diners are cited for visiting often and finding the meals reliably excellent at reasonable prices, and breakfast poutine is suggested as a treat. A change in management is noted in some reviews, but the overall impression remains positive. Overall, the reviews depict Chez Loulou as a dependable, family friendly option with tasty dishes and good value, even as a few visits stand out for warmer or cooler service.View restaurant profile
Resto Dan's reviews paint a picture of quick delivery, hot food, and consistently tasty fare, with pizza praised as excellent and often the best in the area thanks to a great crust and plentiful toppings. The menu also features a well-liked Caesar salad, Bambino, and notable pasta like carbonara, all described as comforting, flavorful, and good value for money. The atmosphere is generally friendly and family friendly, with many noting generous portions and reliable service, and the restaurant is considered a dependable destination in the region. A couple of experiences soften the overall impression, including a lukewarm welcome to a larger party and a single order that tasted off with an undercooked calzone and sauce that was not fresh. Despite these hiccups, the sentiment across reviews is that Resto Dan's offers solid, affordable options and is worth a visit for pizza lovers and diners seeking variety and consistency.View restaurant profile
Maison Basilic is praised for flavorful, fresh food and good value, with dishes such as Thai chicken fried rice, beef noodles, vermicelli, spring rolls and peanut chicken frequently highlighted as tasty choices. Reviewers note consistent quality over the years and say the same cooks have stayed for many years, with service described as reliable. The restaurant presents an older exterior and interior, but is clean and the portions are generous. Payment is cash only and parking is available, and some reviews mention that the place could use renovations. The atmosphere is quiet and practical, with many customers ordering for takeout yet also enjoying meals on site because the food is worth it. Overall, the consensus centers on strong food that is fresh and satisfying despite the decor.View restaurant profile
Overall, the reviews describe Benny & Co. as a place with very good chicken, solid portions and generally fast service, and many patrons are happy with dine-in and takeout options. Delivery is frequently noted as reliable and food tends to arrive hot, while some in-restaurant visits suffer when service is too quick, leaving fries cold or sides underwhelming. Accessibility concerns are raised by a mobility-impaired customer, noting the lack of an automatic door button and winter safety issues at the entrance, suggesting improvements for accessibility. Service quality varies, with several mentions of friendly, attentive staff and a few complaints about unfriendly or inconsistent service. The salad and some sides are flagged as not up to expectations in certain visits, and a few reviewers feel that value does not always match price. Yet many diners praise the chicken as flavorful and well cooked, and several reviews highlight positive experiences with specific staff who enhance the visit. There are repeated affirmations of Benny & Co. as a strong option for chicken lovers, especially for hot, well-seasoned meals and dependable takeout, with frequent compliments on taste and portion size.View restaurant profile
