Au Pied de Cochon agit comme un temple de l'indulgence sans retenue, privilégiant des préparations riches centrées sur la viande qui célèbrent les racines culinaires québécoises traditionnelles. Le menu met en avant des ingrédients décadents, intégrant notamment le foie gras dans des plats réconfortants et copieux comme la poutine et la tourtière. Chaque préparation se concentre sur des assiettes caloriques et nourrissantes qui défient les notions modernes de modération en utilisant toutes les parties de l'animal. La cuisine se spécialise dans des techniques rustiques robustes qui privilégient les sauces épaisses, les graisses animales et les portions généreuses. Les clients découvrent un environnement défini par une énergie bruyante et une production directe qui reflète l'intensité de la cuisine. Cette institution demeure un point focal pour ceux qui recherchent une expérience viscérale centrée sur l'application immodérée de beurre, de crème et de protéines minutieusement sélectionnées.
Au Pied de Cochon est largement reconnu comme une destination culinaire incontournable à Montréal, offrant une exploration unique et décadente de la cuisine québécoise. Les convives soulignent fréquemment l'expérience gastronomique théâtrale, notamment grâce à des plats signatures comme le canard en conserve et diverses créations au foie gras qui sont à la fois riches et savamment préparées. De nombreux visiteurs louent le restaurant pour son atmosphère chaleureuse et dynamique ainsi que pour son haut niveau d'hospitalité, notant souvent que le personnel est compétent, attentif et véritablement passionné par la création de moments mémorables. Que ce soit au bar animé donnant sur la cuisine ou à une table confortable, les clients apprécient constamment l'exécution habile des saveurs rustiques et audacieuses qui définissent cet établissement respecté.
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.
This was, without a doubt, our favorite restaurant in Montreal. From the moment we arrived, we loved the atmosphere-warm, welcoming, & with a cozy, family-like feel that immediately made us feel at home.
The service was exceptional. Everyone on the staff was attentive & friendly throughout the entire experience, but we would especially like to thank Morgan, who took incredible care of us. We decided to try something different & asked her to choose everything for us, from the appetizer all the way to dessert, without telling us what dishes would be coming to the table. It made the experience even more special & exciting.
Every dish that arrived was a surprise. Not only was the presentation impeccable, but the flavors were outstanding. Honestly, it was one of the best meals we've had in a very long time.
A huge thank you to Morgan & the entire team for making our evening so memorable. We will definitely be back whenever we return to Montreal.
Made reservations for dinner here weeks in advance to secure our desire time a slot. We went early June so the outdoor dining area was available. I would suggest a table outdoors as it is way more comfortable (if it's warm outside , but no patio warmers) & quieter so easier to talk. The service is very attentive as all the servers & runners are very knowledgeable about each dish.
We got the lobster starter, plogue a Champlain foie gras, & stuffed pigs foot. Dessert was a crème caramel. Each dish was delicious. It's foie gras & maple syrup in a lot of the dishes, very rich food!
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Shoutout to Agathe for being the best hostess!! Delicious comfort food & warm hospitality. Tight space. Good for couples, date nights & small group (4pax). Best for groups of 4 to share different dishes. They update their menu on a weekly basis with seasonal vegetables in mind.
Very tight space. Reserve the front of the room if you need more space.
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.
I visited Au Pied de Cochon earlier this month while traveling in Montreal, & I still find myself thinking about what an incredible dinner it was. Even we had some issues, without a doubt we would come back.
It was a very special evening with a multi course tasting menu, as they had a guest chef in residence. The whole experience felt unique & thoughtfully curated, something you truly cannot easily find elsewhere.
The night started in an unexpected way. A perfumer came to our table & presented a warm tin, & inside there was a towel infused with an absolutely beautiful fragrance. I never thought I would be praising a scented towel as part of a dining experience, but it was unforgettable & something we still talk about today
The dishes themselves were delicious & very generous. It felt like the portions had not been perfectly calibrated for this special menu, & there was a lot of food. Our favorite dishes were definitely the pasta courses. I do not have photos of everything, but I am sharing the ones I could find on my phone.
Service had a few hiccups throughout the evening. At times, it felt like we were forgotten. Guests who arrived after us were served much earlier, & at one point we waited around 30 minutes with nothing arriving at the table. We also ordered cocktails that were recommended by our server, but they never came. However, once we brought this up, the team handled it very well. They apologized, brought the missing drinks & offered them on the house. The staff was genuinely attentive in resolving the situation, which we really appreciated.
Even though the experience was not perfect, the way they handled the issues made a big difference. I highly recommend it for a special occasion. It is definitely on the pricier side, but it offers something truly unique. & if they ever repeat this kind of guest chef experience, do not miss it. It is also important to make a reservation in advance
This is a long-standing restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere. The space feels warm & classic, very much an old-school American style, & the service was attentive & kind throughout the evening.
Unfortunately, the food itself was very difficult for me to enjoy. Several dishes had strong gamey odors & pronounced alcohol notes, & the flavors did not come together harmoniously.
The foie gras sushi had a noticeable clash between the gamey taste of the foie gras & the alcohol used in preparation. Even with soy sauce, the flavors did not integrate at all. I managed to eat one piece but could not finish the second.
The pork knuckle had an overwhelming porky smell, & there were visible pig hairs on the skin. I understand that occasional hairs can happen, but the amount here was significant & affected the overall experience. The mushrooms served with it had absorbed both the pork odor & what tasted like high-proof cooking wine; the alcohol flavor felt harsh, as if it had not fully cooked off. Among all the components of this dish, the mashed potatoes were the only element I genuinely enjoyed.
The temaki, on the other hand, was decent & ended up being my favorite dish of the night.
I do want to highlight the service: when I explained that I truly could not eat the pork knuckle, the staff were very understanding & handled the situation professionally. They offered compensation, & the dish was ultimately discounted by 50%, which I appreciated.
Overall, while the ambience & service were strong, the execution & flavor balance of the food were disappointing, especially for a restaurant known for foie gras & rich, offal-forward dishes. I would have expected cleaner preparation & more refined flavor control.
Eating is usually functional, rarely is it an artistic experience. When I was making plans for my girlfriend & I before we visited Montreal, I almost made reservations for a place called Joe Beef. They had a few reservations left at the bar here, which I was slightly nervous about because bar seating isn't quite as intimate but I made them anyway. Little did I know we would have front row seats to an incredible display of execution & teamwork as well as a meal to remember. Ariel was our server, welcoming us with a brief walkthrough of the seasonal menu - she left us to decide the journey we wanted to take. After we ordered, we quickly became mesmerized by the way the HC Robert moved with the food like a graceful dance. This alone was impressive but in addition to his skills it became evident he was teaching a junior chef (Spanish speaking), both about plating & food as well as French! Both gentlemen were a treat to watch work. We chose a sweet & salty starter - my introduction to Foie Gras arrived on a bread pudding complemented with a lovely cider reduction & poached pear. After tasting that we honestly couldn't believe two other groups had already come & gone beside us as if this was any other meal. Our grilled Rabbit, Tuna, & sourdough came after we had a minute to take a breath from our starter. We took our time with this & the following dishes as we felt savoring this effort was the best compliment we could pay our hosts. The chef noticed we had taken enough time to clean the grilled rabbit plate with our sourdough so only trace evidence was left of what was served - so he offered to heat the tuna for us - extremely grateful for his attentiveness. The grilled tuna was incredible, sandwiching bacon, greens, & served in a tomato water with cherry tomatoes. My girlfriend couldn't finish her portion so I took one for the team. No dishes went back to the kitchen with food. For dessert we decided on a caramel fondant with frozen raspberries, ice cream & a coffee. I'll just say even if I had no room for this I would've found a way to struggle through. The staff was having fun, we had fun, everything was beyond our expectations! If you are considering making a reservation - stop thinking & figure out where it will fit into your schedule. This place was perfectly reflective of our lovely trip, Thank you so much to the staff & specifically Robert & Ariel - we will surely be back :) Merci!
Food was amazing. Everything that I heard about was accurate. Service was on point. I sat at the bar in front of the kitchen & observed all of the dishes. I could have ordered everything that I saw being prepared. I had the duck tartare & the duck with foie in the can. Absolutely delicious.
