Anemone features a menu defined by seasonal ingredients and creative techniques applied to contemporary bistro fare. Plates center on balanced flavor profiles and locally sourced produce to deliver a focused culinary narrative. The environment centers on an open floor plan that encourages interaction between the kitchen and the guests. Each selection reflects a commitment to technical precision and thoughtful sourcing of raw materials. Drink options focus on natural selections that complement the acidity and texture of the prepared dishes. The design prioritizes comfort and utility to support a direct approach to food consumption. This establishment maintains a standard of quality centered on the integrity of every component served during service periods.
Anemone is widely celebrated as a standout culinary destination in Montreal, consistently praised for its refined, creative dishes and excellent service. Many diners highlight the high quality of ingredients and impressive flavor combinations, with specific mention of dishes like the scallops, duck, and various seafood plates. While the atmosphere is generally described as chic, polished, and welcoming, with a lovely terrace, some patrons find the dining area near the entrance less comfortable. The most common critique involves the portion sizes, which some guests feel are too small relative to the price, occasionally leading to a need for extra food, though many others find the experience well worth the cost. Despite occasional comments regarding noise levels or the pace of service, the restaurant is frequently recommended as a must-visit spot for those seeking a memorable and flavorful meal.
We had a ton of dishes at Anemone MTL & everything was excellent, but a few really stood out. The carpaccio was delicate & perfectly seasoned, the mushroom hand rolls were earthy & flavorful, & the short rib was rich & tender. The duck was cooked beautifully with great depth of flavor, & the blueberry sage dessert was such a unique & delicious finish. We were super late because of traffic & unforeseen circumstances, but the staff kindly held our table, & it was so worth it once we sat down. The servers were attentive & welcoming, & the atmosphere struck the right balance between polished & relaxed. Overall, it's the kind of place I'd happily come back to & one I'd recommend if you're in Montreal looking for refined, creative dishes.
We had the omakase menu. The service was great - friendly, accommodating, & mostly attentive. The decor of the restaurant was lovely - a mix of organic modern & industrial design that felt cool & comfortable. The acoustics, however, were terrible. In the dining area, it was quite loud, to the point of being overwhelming & hard to hear each other. The food was nicely presented & the ingredients seemed to be good quality. Even though nearly every dish on the menu had meat, they were open to adapting them to vegetarian or pescatarian. That said, every dish was overly salted, cooked, & had a lot of butter. There was the occasional light spicy & sour flavours, but nothing fresh or crispy. These tastes, one after the other in every dish, left us thirty, bloated, & with an unpleasant mouth feel. I'm glad I wasn't there on a date! With a bit some proper insulation for sound, WAY less salt & butter, & an addition of some lighter, crispy & fresh flavours/ingredients/dishes, this place could be fabulous.
Feb 23, 2025
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I could forgive the irritating industrial hipster ambiance. But the food was unsalvageable. Which is a pity because if someone would just throw out the salt shaker, there might actually be some flavour under there. Also: it's the 21st century already. Lose the endless butter & cream! An important warning: the noise level is absolutely intolerable. We measured 90 decibels, which is hazardous to your health. Last point: the service was très ordinaire. We ordered the tasting menu, but there was no sense of pacing of the dishes, we waited for empty plates to be cleared & our glasses of water refilled. Wait! One more ridiculousness: no espresso or cappuccino. Did I really give this place two whole stars?
Very good restaurant, nice variety of dishes with surprising associations. Good selection of wines with the help of the waitress. Nice atmosphere with a beautiful terrace & an open kitchen
Love the creativity & the vibe of this place. The food was refined, with every dish carefully thought out. If i could i would give 4.5 stars for the food, but alas i have to give 4 stars because some dishes kind of missed the mark, & at such a high price it can't go unnoticed. Some dishes were INCREDIBLE & others really good but nothing crazy. Every dish was unique, but i would've loved to see even more eclectic combinations & tastes. Nevertheless, a great meal if you want to celebrate with loved ones. We loved loved loved the razor clams & the ris de veau. Could've skipped the temaki honestly. We also liked being able to see the chefs cooking (they also had a little barbecue to cook the asparagus which was fun).
Beautifully designed space with fun & delicious dishes. The staff is very friendly & helpful, & gave us great wine recommendations. The food was absolutely delicious & was creative without being pompous.
