Au Pied de Cochon serves as a temple of unapologetic indulgence, prioritizing rich, meat-centric preparations that celebrate traditional Quebecois culinary roots. The menu emphasizes decadent ingredients, most notably featuring foie gras integrated into hearty comfort dishes like poutine and tourtière. Every preparation centers on high-calorie, soul-warming plates that challenge modern notions of restraint by utilizing every part of the animal. The kitchen specializes in robust, rustic cooking techniques that favor heavy sauces, deep fats, and generous portions. Patrons encounter an environment defined by clamorous energy and direct, high-volume production that mirrors the intensity of the kitchen. This institution remains a focal point for those seeking a singular, visceral experience centered on the unbridled application of butter, cream, and meticulously sourced proteins in every singular serving.
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Au Pied de Cochon is widely celebrated as an iconic Montreal culinary destination that offers a unique and decadent exploration of Québécois cuisine. Guests frequently highlight the exceptional, theater-like dining experience, particularly with signature dishes such as the duck in a can and various foie gras creations that are both rich and expertly crafted. Many visitors praise the restaurant for its warm, vibrant atmosphere and high level of hospitality, often noting that the staff is knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about creating memorable meals. Whether seated at the lively bar overlooking the kitchen or enjoying a cozy table, diners consistently appreciate the skillful execution of rustic, bold flavors that define this well-respected establishment.
This restaurant is awesome!!! When I travel to certain cities, I always try to get the local cuisine & everybody told me that this was the place to go. My uncle & I shared the shepherds pie & the Newfoundland cod & they were both excellent. The poutine is phenomenal & the bread & butter was amazing. I don't know how they make that butter, but if I could buy it by the pound ... I would. & when I thought things couldn't get better, my favorite dessert on the planet .... they have it. Pouding Chomeur!!! Our waitress was a young lady named Miki & she was great also. The next time I'm headed back to Montreal, you could make a guarantee that I will make a reservation to come here again because it was so great.
This is hearty Québécois cuisine, perhaps so hearty it's exactly what the pioneers needed to survive the early harsh Montréal winters! Indeed the signature move of the chef, Martin Picard, is to elevate traditional, rustic Québécois'peasant food' into world-class fine dining. With the philosophy of unapologetic excess in every dish comes a line up of starters & mains packed with foie gras, butters, & oils in every corner. While the flavors in each dish by themselves are delicious, the onslaught of richness may not be for everybody, & it seemed deliberately without a palate cleanser or lighter counterbalance. In fact, knowing what we were getting into, we ordered an accompanying green salad, & the wait staff forgot to bring it out! We were outright denied anything but sheer gluttony.
Our meal consisted of the foie gras poutine, duck in a can, & green tagliatelle. The mantra of excess here meant foie gras melding with cheese curds & gravy on the poutine. Their unique'duck in a can' involved packing quite literally a can with fatty duck breast, foie gras, buttered cabbage, herbs, & gravy, & blasting it all together with heat for 27 minutes. The result is a delicious stew of decadence, for which I wish I had more bread to dip & devour. Even the tagliatelle was bathing in a rich, oily pesto that provided no reprieve from the onslaught.
We didn't try the namesake dish of the restaurant, the stuffed pig's foot (le pied de cochon), but seeing it served was an experience & nicely highlighted the elevated'peasant food' aspect of the entire affair. Very unique!
Overall I had an excellent experience trying the local cuisine & this more decadent approach to dining. While it's fun sometimes to break culinary rules, I did overall find myself missing a more balanced meal that could feel more sustainable & less coronary artery disease-inducing. I think as long as you know what you're getting into, it's worth a visit, but probably not several!
I was honestly extremely scared for the stuffed pig's foot & assortment of foie gras related entrees. Especially since they touted themselves as the #1 producer of foie gras in the entire world, which I kindve find hard to believe. The inside was very nicely decorated, with lots of custom made cutlery, plates, & alcohols. The waiter was very hospitable, explained all the specials & dishes simply & made us all feel very welcome. The food did take a long time to come out, but we were able to get our drinks & appetizers out relatively quickly so it didn't bother us too much. I really loved the poutine & tagliatelle, & the pigs foot actually wasn't as terrifying as I thought it would be. A slight livery aftertaste, but nothing too crazy, just really fatty which wasn't my favorite. We also ordered their maple syrup based pie dessert which was heavenly. Overall, a great experience, but maybe pigs foot just isn't for me. Would recommend.
Not bad. Only 3 little pieces of foie gras on the poutine. Gravy is made of foie gras but tastes pretty generic. Duck tartare nori was very salty but still enjoyable.
The food was impressive. Flavours were deliciously crafted with each bite. Although pricey, the quality & freshness of the food makes sense & everything was delicious. Fave items were the temaki hand roll, foie gras nigiri, & the foie gras poutine
We made a reservation for two people, but still ended up having to wait almost half an hour because the patrons at our table were still eating. I was excited to try the duck in the can & the foie gras poutine but unfortunately they told us they did not have the duck in the can.
The poutine took a long time to get to us, & it was good but not great enough to justify the long wait & below par service.
I have frequented this establishment on numerous occasions throughout the years, & it has consistently met my, & on occasions exceeded my expectations.
While the wine selection is extensive, I highly recommend sampling their in-house ciders or cocktails.
For first-time visitors, the duck in a can is an excellent choice. It is a substantial & flavorful dish that will leave you feeling satisfied.
Their foie gras dishes are all exquisite, but my personal favorites are the nigiri & the poutine, which I consider to be the finest in the city.
The atmosphere is consistently vibrant & bustling. The staff members are all courteous, polite, & provide exceptional service. Although the evening began a bit slowly, it was understandable given how crowded the restaurant was.
I often forget that the restrooms are situated in a somewhat inconvenient location, behind the bar. Additionally, they could benefit from more frequent attention throughout the shift to maintain their cleanliness.
I dont believe anyone can be disappointed making a reservation here. Im excited to book my next visit.
We had a terrible experience dining here. At first, it seemed seamless as the Foie gras poutine came early & we enjoyed it while waiting for the main. Then the mains that we ordered, which is the halibut & pork chop came about an hour later. I finished a whole Netflix episode while waiting for this. The food here left our stomachs with immense discomfort, as all foods were heavy in taste. Service was really slow & it took them a long time to even bring the card machine for us to pay. I don't recommend coming here.
Enjoyed a really nice meal here! I tried the foie gras poutine which was to die for - the sauce was rich, the chips were crispy, the curds were melty & perfectly squeaky & having foie gras on top felt so decadent & luxurious. The service was great - friendly, knowledgeable & attentive from the moment I walked in. The atmosphere was lively, & it's always nice to see a packed restaurant (be sure to book ahead!) You absolutely should dine here - you'll be in for a real treat!
