The Au Pied de Cochon restaurant is where it all began. Passed from one generation to the next, family knowledge contributes to the restaurant's reputation. Constantly evolving, the Pied de Cochon celebrates its 20th anniversary in November 2021. This à la carte restaurant is located in the heart of the Plateau Mont-Royal. Authentic to its Quebec and Canadian roots, the dishes are hearty and comforting. Adopting the style from French brasseries, the chef and his team draw inspiration from local and seasonal products to create a timeless menu. With private import wines, beers brewed in Montreal, and signature cocktails, Au Pied de Cochon restaurant is a friendly place where local products are showcased. There is one of the first open kitchens in Montreal where you can see the cooks in action.
Reviews portray Au Pied de Cochon as a landmark Montreal experience that combines indulgent Quebecois cuisine with a festive open kitchen atmosphere. The menu centers on rich, hearty dishes like the famous Duck in a Can, foie gras poutine, and other duck and pork specialties, with many diners calling the food decadent, flavorful, and unforgettable, though sometimes heavy. Service is repeatedly praised as attentive, knowledgeable, and warm, with several reviewers highlighting memorable staff, while a few notes mention slow pacing or occasional missteps during busy periods. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for bar seating or peak times, and the restaurant is often described as lively, bustling, and loud but welcoming, sometimes feeling like a culinary show. Overall, Au Pied de Cochon is celebrated as a must-visit Montreal institution, worth the splurge for bold flavors and a unique immersive dining spectacle; some readers suggest it may not suit those seeking lighter fare or quiet dining.
Hello, with all the respect to the staff & hard working people involved in this restaurant.
I write this because a reputation like the one PDC has, the restaurant must've seen better days.
-The flavor of the oyster with quail eggs isn't memorable, cold oysters with mignonette is more enjoyable. Maybe temperature, seasoning, not special overall i don't know, it did not hit
- The poutine sauce is comparable to a regular gravy… it isn't recognizable by a distinct foie gras flavor, there is an opportunity there to make us eat FOIE GRAS POUTINE FROM PDC. Cooked foie gras was delicious
- temaki, It isn't exceptional, i could have a similar satisfaction from a mid sushi restaurant
- flétan, potatoes were almost the best part
- foie gras torchon, amazing with the sauce, amazing classic
- duck in a can, tough breast, maybe should be leg instead? I dont know
That, & i havent yet said that not a single dish came piping hot the way it should to make us customers feel good.
There must be revision of technique & maybe the menu items & portion sizes, presentation, to honor the glutinous & honorable quebecois cuisine influenced by the og chef. If the restaurant wants to party, make the crazy food make us want to partyyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😛😛😛😛
MORE PASSION CHEFS MORE LOVE & CRAZINESS IN THE FOOD 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩 LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Excellent restaurant, service impeccable ! Je voulais commander une tête de poisson, mais malheureusement il n'y en avait pas ce jour-là. Cela dit, tout le reste était délicieux. Je reviendrai avec plaisir ! 5 étoiles !
Apr 27, 2025
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C'est délicieux - pour le public européen, n'oubliez pas que les quantités sont conséquentes même pour une entrée ! L'ambiance est chaleureuse & agréable avec la cuisine complètement ouverte sur la salle, nous avons presque regretté de ne pas être au comptoir !
The foie gras nigiri is an excellent bite; the sushi rice is well seasoned & the individual grains separate when pressed; the sous vide foie gras is melt in your mouth & pairs well with the peanut puree.
No thanks. Service was just poor. Cooks were doing shots in the kitchen & not paying attention. Like watching kids. Took forever. We should gave just left. Manager was apologetic. Pretentious beyond worth. Wont be back & won't miss it.
As a restaurant owner I had been wanting to visit here for many years & it was worth the wait. Unfortunatly I do not recall the name of my server but I was seated at the counter on Friday evening. Dining my myself she planned my entire experience, even arranging half orders of the Egg & Foie Temaki & Foie Gras Nigiri so that I could get the full experience. It was her efforts & hospitality that turned a memorable night into a truly extraordinary experience. Every course was fantastic & watching the kitchen team work together was a delight. Your reputation is well deserved & I am already thinking about my return. Thank you Au Pied de Cochon.
Apr 13, 2025
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Une soirée mitigée. Les plats excellents, décadents, superbe carte des vins, mais assis au bar & la cuisine un réel chaos devant nous. Nous sommes pas à notre premier resto assis au bar, mais première fois qu'on assiste à une soiree autant chaotique. Le sous chef a sacré tout le long de la soirée qui a créé une ambiance pas à la hauteur du repas & loin d'être agréable pour les clients qui consomment devant lui. Les gens en salle ont sûrement eu une ambiance différente qu'au bar. Toutefois, je tiens à mentionner que le cuisinier a couru tout le long de la soirée & a maintenu le cap, impressionnant de le voir aller !
We spent 4 days in Montreal going to restos highly recommended on tic toc & were constantly disappointed as nothing lived up to the hype but fortunately we saved the best to last.
Au Pieds was so unbelievably satisfying in every respect. As they say'When in Rome ….', well when in Montreal,'Eat the Classics'.
There is a reason why this restaurant is famous & it will take a month to get the pounds of wonderful fois gras consumed in every course out of my system!
I love Pieds & will be back EVERY TIME I am in Montreal!
We have been going to Au pied for over a decade whenever we are in Montreal & it has evolved over the years yet maintaining its fabric. We had a few of the staple dishes & some new to us & it was all very good. The service is always prompt yet friendly. We were offered a special of the pigs head & we were abit reluctant but when we saw the other tables order come in we were kicking ourselves for being hesitant. The drinks were also different & innovative & their wine list is like 5 pages long!
Overpriced, good cuisine, service was friendly, but marred by errors & imprecisions. 95% of clients are from outside the island of Montreal as per our waiter. This explains that…
Apr 4, 2025
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Meilleur resto j'ai mangé d ma vie !!
Une expérience culinaire !
On sest gâté :1 drink ch. 1 entree ch.
1 plat principal ch. 1 dessert ch.
Avec 18% de tips = 291$ total à 2
Admet on tu vas pas manger la a toute les semaines haha.
Très belle expérience
J y retournerai
Le repas était copieux & parfaitement réalisé ! Je n'avais jamais de repas aussi travaillé & fin gustativement. Le prix un peu élevé en vaut parfaitement la chandelle ! À recommander plutôt deux fois qu'une.
Petit bémol sur le bruit ambiant qui force à parler un peu fort, mais rien de bien dérangeant.
Encore une fois un repas & une ambiance incroyable. Juste trop bon & accueillant comme chez des amis. Temaki tartare de canard, poutine au foie gras, pintade farcie, longe de porc grillé.
Un vrai délice !
