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.
Duck in a Can was fantastic. Probably one of the best dishes I've ever had in my life, honestly. Staff was highly attentive & friendly. Was a bit loud inside but the space is small.
Second time here. The cool thing about this restaurent is a menu so unique, everything is special in its own right & there isn't any wrong choice here.my son & I ordered the duck fat poutine & the Duck in a can. Service, staff, food were top notch. Truly, you won't be disappointed in going there. I'd like thanks the staff of June 8 to have provided my son & I, a wonderful evening.
Jun 12, 2024
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Rien de plus à dire ,tout était juste wowwww Poutine foie gras en entrée ainsi que la plogue de champlain & repas porc vieilli hummm Dessert pouding chômeur, ça vaut la peine de prendre l'extra de foie gras & cheddar sur le dessert, un sucré salé !
The food was absolutely incredible. However the service was very poor. We made a reservation & were stuck waiting & had to resort to sitting outside. The food took forever to come. Considering the price of the food, we were quite disappointed with our overall experience
Jun 8, 2024
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Meilleur restaurant de Montréal. Service chaleureux & nourriture incroyable. Le plateau de fruit de mer était juste délicieux, un mix de fruit de mer âpreté, généreux & surprenant.
I had a fantastic solo date here on my last night in Montreal. This place has been recommended to me with fervor from another foodie friend of mine, & boy I was just enamored by the vibe of the joint, the staff & of course, the food & wine. I sat at the bar & made friends with the bartender & staff as well as the other diners sitting near me - thank you beautiful folks for the hospitality & generosity! Their menu changes regularly from what I understand, based on seasonality of ingredients. If you can order any of the dishes I had - I highly recommend. Oysters were nicely shucked & presented, with a quail egg cured yolk to garnish - this was really nice, especially with the champagne they have on the menu. I followed that with the appetizer size of their lobster rolo - this came with beautifully cooked & sauced fiddleheads & morels. Such a delight of a dish! Well balanced overall. For my mains I tried two of their foie gras dishes & you MUST order them - the foie gras nigiri & the buckwheat pancake. I've never had foie gras served like nigiri over a delicately maple seasoned portion of rice - & let me tell you, I'm still salivating over these bites. I paired with a Rhône & it was perfect. The buckwheat pancake was delightfully crispy, accompanied by maple syrup & a smoky bacon/ ham slice, & of course, a generous portion of foie gras. Delectable! I for sure will be coming back to this establishment & I'm excited for them to continue to establish themselves as a Montreal staple. Merci!
Jun 3, 2024
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Fantastic Quebec classic restaurant & menu. Outstanding service. Intimate & energetic atmosphere. Great value for money. Perfect for date, or with friends!
Amazing food! Really liked the setting & atmosphere - classy & chic atmosphere but dress-code casual. Staff is really friendly & knowledgeable about the menu. Got great recommendations from the waiter.
Expérience culinaire impécable. Service excellent, mais un peu lent. Musique éclectique à mon goût, du rock au rap au pop. J'aurais préféré une musique d'ambiance. Le plat La plogue à champlain; un délice. Les saveurs étaient sublimes. Nous y retournerons à 100%. Merci pour les petites étincelles pour souligner l'anniversaire de mariage de mes parents rendu au dessert, très apprécié !
My husband & I randomly came across Au Pied de Cochon on our last day of Montreal & it turned out to be one of best restaurants we had ever been to. Nicholas was our server & he was so nice & helped us pick out our dinner choices as well as cocktails/wine - everything tasted incredible!!! He did such a great job explaining everything as we were a little unsure about the unique dishes. It was the perfect way to end our honeymoon experience in Canada. We will certainly remember it & hope to come back again in the future.
J'y avais été il y a plusieurs années mais je n'étais pas revenu à Montréal depuis un certain. Alors étant de passage à Montréal, j'ai décidé d'y retourner. Quelle expérience que j'ai vécu, tout était parfait de l'apéro au dessert. Merci à mon serveur Arthur & à tous le personnel qui venait me demander à chaque plat si tout avait été à la hauteur de mes attentes. C'était sublime!!
This Montreal institution of Quebec tradition is still as relevant today as it was over 20 years ago. Not so good for vegetarians but amazing for everyone else.
