Archway earns strong praise for inventive vegan cuisine, attentive service, and a warm, bright atmosphere that invites sharing and lingering. Reviews highlight dishes that feel artistic and well balanced, with standout charms like maitake, okonomiyaki, crudo melon, and a celebrated table d'hote that many call exceptional. The menu is noted for thoughtful flavor pairings, generous portions, and robust gluten-free options, making it accessible for vegetarians, vegans, and diners with dietary needs. The service is repeatedly described as friendly, professional, and genuinely caring, with guests often mentioning the welcoming staff and smooth coordination between kitchen and dining room. Some critiques mention occasional slower pacing, especially with drinks or during busy times, and a few nights with longer than expected durations or seating issues, such as a back corner table or an outdoor terrace where a sewer odor affected the ambience. The overall sentiment positions Archway as a standout vegan dining destination in the city, delivering delicious, creative dishes and memorable experiences that invite repeat visits.
One of (if not my top) favorite restaurants to go to! The menu changes are always delicious, the staff is always warm, welcoming & very friendly! The atmosphere is warm, cozy & inviting + the food presentation is just incredible! I love coming here for dinner, but I LOVE brunch! I always recommend people to come here! Always LOVE the selection of mocktails + cocktails!
This was such a picturesque location. We were seated right by the window & the lofi playing on the speakers was perfectly calming & chill. The plants set up around made it even more welcoming. Our server was super welcoming & friendly & equipped with our recommendations we were able to order some of the most delicious dishes I've ever had. Everything was very flavorful & had the most intriguing & tasty combinations. Thoroughly enjoyed my time here. I recommend trying their specialty hot drinks.
Nov 27, 2024
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Visiting The Archway was a very fun & delicious experience... I would even say unique! Beautiful decor, very friendly & polite service, great creative menu. The chicken & waffles was fantastic, I highly recommend it! The eggs Benedict was good as well, however it did not remind me of eggs Benedict. It did have a vegan egg & it was very interesting to pop the yolk & taste it (I didn't really care for the taste but it was an amazing imitation). The soup of the day which was Tom yum & dumplings was delicious. We also tried two adaptogen beverages (according to google, "an adaptogen is a non-toxic plant or mushroom substance that can help the body manage stress, anxiety, & fatigue"). We tried the two first ones on the menu, I believe golden latte & the mushroom hot chocolate. They were very comforting & tasty & definitely interesting to try!! I also tried a ginger & lemon cookie which was good but slightly dry & a blueberry muffin which also was quite dry but good, & in all fairness they were the two last pastries left so that might explain why they got dry. All in all, I definitely recommend trying The Archway!
This may be the best vegan food I have ever eaten (tied with Bloom). The artistry & creativity is unmatched. I have been vegan for 9 years, & searched for good vegan food in NY, the Bay Area, Philly, Vermont & many places in between, & I cannot find a match for the passion that Montreal holds for food. It's the main reason we keep coming back to Montreal (along with the spas & architecture). Our server was patient & knowledgeable. The decor was a welcoming warm minimalism that set a calm atmosphere. As soon as we saw the menu, I had high expectations. The drinks were next level creative & delicious. & the food was just perfection. The portions are very generous, so I recommend ordering a few entrees & sharing, if you're attending with a group. The server recommended the chicken & waffles, which was not at all on my short list. But I'm grateful they did, as I was thoroughly impressed with the myriad components. There was a such a balance to the flavors; something that is often overlooked in my daily routine of salads & bowls. The restaurant should be immensely proud of their work. The front of house staff create a welcoming environment while the kitchen creates amazing fare. Overall, an incredible meal that has me looking fiestas to my next visit.
We came for drinks & nibbles. The service was great, really warm & welcoming even to english speakers who couldn't speak french! The cocktails were great & other drinks too. We got the melon sashimi that really impressed us all - it was perfectly balanced & super refreshing. We also got the green goddess salad that was delicious & had a lovely dressing. Would definitely recommend!
Top class vegan in Montreal! Lovely waiting staff - particularly enjoyed the cherry cocktail (off-menu). Highly recommend. Montreal is such a treat for vegetarians & this is up there!
Absolutely delishious food. Highly recommend. Great service. Although, a little bit of constructive criticism...the strawberry smoothie my mom had needed more fruit & a little less what I think was pea protein based milk; the mimosas where very tasty but too sweet. Needed more orange juice & less syrup. Everyone else really loved their dishes. We were 11 people total. The pancakes ended up being too sweet in the end. My sister was only able to eat half of her plate. I had the Chicken Waffle, which was OUT OF THIS WORLD DELICIOUS !!!! The flavor combinations where right on point. Will be visiting again!
Jul 21, 2024
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Food was delicious & the presentation was beautiful! Even though the restaurant was almost empty when we arrived at opening, we had to sit with the sun in our eyes or at the bar because the other tables were reserved for later, so a reservation is recommended! The server wasn't the warmest, but the food was so good it made up for it. Also, the cost was a bit more than other brunches, but definitely a fair price for the portion & quality of the food. Will definitely be returning!
I expected a lot from this place. We ordered the tasting menu, an appetizer, & a main. First thing I noticed was that the service was pretty slow. Our dishes came slowly & we were in the restaurant for a total of 2.5 hours. Second, when the food came, we were very excited because it looked really pretty. But when we tasted it... It was just so bland. Like they didn't use any spices. Every dish was extremely one-note. For example the "shawarma" which we were excited for. Was just seared cauliflowers with a vegetal sauce. But it didn't taste interesting or complex at all. Overall, the food was just... Boring. & expensive. So I don't really recommend it.
Quelle belle expérience! Je vous recommande fortement la table d'hôte 5 services (qu'on peut partager à deux sans payer d'extra) afin de goûter à plusieurs de leurs plats. Tout était savoureux & original! En plus, le service était A1. À essayer!
We came here for our anniversary dinner & both got the Table D'hôte. The portions in general were very good for the price & we walked out of there extremely satisfied. The dishes in general were good but some of them lacked flavour. the gnocchi were really chewy & overcooked & the sauce was flavourless. It mostly tastes like mayo.... This was the same for the white drizzle of sauce around the cauliflower. Everything else was good. The brownie at the end was lacklustre & if I came again I would go for the cheese cake 🍰 which was delicious. The drinks 🍹 were also DELICIOUS & would highly recommend going for those!! I would suggest that the restaurant refines their gnocchi dish a bit.
Par où commencer ! C'est probablement le meilleur restaurant Vegan sur l'ile de Montréal. J'ai d'abord été charmé par le service chaleureux & bienveillant. Nous avons opté pour la table d'hôte à 55$ par personne qui nous a comblé de la première à la dernière bouchée. C'est pas compliqué, c'était juste parfait de A à Z. Je suis conquise & je recommande chaudement d'essayer l'expérience à tou·tes les foodies !
Nous avons adoré notre soirée au Archway, le splats sont extraordinaires & le personnel est très chaleureux. Le tout dans un cadre magnifique! Nous recommandons la table d'hôte pour découvrir la variété des plats, vous ne le regretterez pas!
Apr 18, 2024
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Absolutely loved what I had (Avo- something) very delicious & filling. Difficult to find good vegan restaurants with delicious food. However, the menu is priced way to high for what you get. For the delicious food I recommend this restaurant.
Archway is a Verdun gem for anyone looking for an upscale take on vegan food in a comfortable setting. Every time I come here, the service is great, the atmosphere is nice & the food is so tasty. While it's so much fun to come here & get my fill of vegetables, it's hard to justify the price of the dishes considering they are vegan. Everything is delicious, but the prices are high & the portions are relatively small. I have tried every dish here, & the best one by far is the maitake steak. This dish is so filling & innovative combining different flavours & textures. I also highly recommend the drinks here. Alcoholic or not, Archway's drink menu is filled with phenomenal sips.
Mon amie & moi on a adoré, tout était savoureux & les cocktails sont super bons. On y est allées un lundi & il n'y avait presque personne, c'était calme & la musique n'était pas forte, j'apprécie toujours les endroits où l'on peut simplement placoter calmement, sans bruit dérangeant l'écoute. On recommande, ce n'est pas cher pour une aussi bonne expérience.
Les plats étaient savoureux avec une superbe présentation, autant l'entrée du jour que le reste de la table d'hôte que nous avons prise. Ambiance agréable avec décoration simple & cozy, serveur très agréable & attentif, je recommande chaudement! Ma famille d'omnivores ont toustes adoré!
