With urban Montreal as a backdrop, a chic and elegant decor, a refreshing musical band and an irreproachable service, the Bateau-Mouche sails their patrons into a gourmet cruise where creativity is the guest of honor. Discover menus created by the star chef, Louis-François Marcotte, in collaboration with Benoit Hogue from La Brigade Volante.
Reviews of Bateau-Mouche Souper Croisière describe a visually stunning, immersive dining cruise with heated domes, breathtaking views of the Old Port and Montreal by night, and a romantic or festive atmosphere that many consider memorable. Visitors frequently praise the concept, ambiance, and some dishes and drinks as excellent, and the service is often described as friendly and attentive when well executed. At the same time, opinions vary on execution, with several mentions of slow or disorganized service, long waits between courses, and meals arriving tepid or cold. Pricing is consistently noted as high, with some feeling portions do not match the cost, though others view the experience as worth it for the overall immersion and atmosphere. Logistics such as locating the venue, signage, and balancing heat and comfort inside the domes are noted, along with occasional heat or temperature issues. Many reviews highlight the setting for special occasions, romantic evenings, or group celebrations, and several say they would return for a future event or the summer version. Overall, the reviews present a mix of magic and frustration: a unique, splashy experience can be extraordinary, but consistency in service and meal timing can make or break the night.
Beautiful setup & a great breakfast menu. The lovely young lady who served us, did an amazing job. It was overall a unique experience having our own private space while enjoying the view of the frozen harbor!👌🏻
Mar 7, 2026
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The dome is very nice, well-prepared & the view is beautiful, however the main course arrived almost cold & took an hour longer to arrive after the appetizer. The staff explained that the kitchen prioritizes those on the boat, so those in the dome have to wait longer to be served. I bought it as a birthday present for my partner, but the staff gave us a menu with prices, which is rude, considering you already agreed on the price & chose how many courses you want when you make the reservation & pay in advance. For the price you're paying for the experience, I thought it would be better. Paying more than $300 for the night & receiving cold meat after waiting an hour for the main course... it's not worth it in my opinion.
I got the duck & it was amazing!! It was a tad bit dry but still good even alone. However, when you pair it with the sauce & mashed potatoes, it was phenomenal! I got an Amaretto Sour & a Pink Paradise & they were both such amazing drinks! The service was nice but it would've been nice to be checked on a bit more throughout the night. It also took a while to receive our drinks & they took the water bottle & didn't refill it until the end. Our server Mary was amazing as well!! she was super kind & helpful! The place is beautiful & I would definitely dine here again!
I didn't expect anything other than a view & probably'ok' & colder food than inside of a restaurant.
Well, it was a pleasant surprise.
I'm glad I didn't get influenced with some of the negative comments here. You need to acknowledge the physics & logistics & then you can appreciate or do a constructive criticism.
Its outside. Its cold between the dome & kitchen. They have some equipment to carry the stuff without losing too much heat etc but the time it takes from the kitchen to your table won't give you a sizzling salmon or steak in your plate, but you won't eat ice cold, no worries.
Service speed. They could have different ways to optimize the time for order & delivery, with the distance etc, it should be electronic & what not, some will say, at the same time, you are here to enjoy the view, you rent the space for a few hours & just relax! Yes there's always room for improvement. They might miss some small details like pour you water but you can do it yourself, if you get triggered for things like that, you're missing on the experience.
Temperature. We were there at about 0 degree celsius. Heaters inside the dome.did the job. Never got cold. Staff was super nice & friendly.
Tip them considering if you would do that kind of work in this temperature & they diserve every dollar even if your beer takes 10 minutes to arrive.
Environment/mood. Magical. Silence. Beautiful & more space than anticipated. I loved this. No crying baby or loudmouth next to us, no dramma, just some quality time with my GF as I was looking for something different than the usual restaurant.
Would I recommend? Yes. But Calibrate your expectations.& relax.
Will I come again? Most probably for a special event.
Is it expensive? Well, its not cheap. Its not outrageous considering the setup, electricity (not only 1 fan but several), rental & logistics involved.
Le Dôme Givré était magnifique : une très belle expérience & un lieu vraiment agréable. Cela dit, l'endroit exact est un peu difficile à trouver, ce qui pourrait être mieux indiqué.
À notre arrivée, il y avait peu de serveurs, & le service a été lent. Notre dôme n'était pas prêt à l'heure prévue, avec environ 15 minutes de retard, ce qui a affecté le début de l'expérience.
La nourriture était bonne, mais le service était lent, & le café / thé inclus dans le menu a été oublié.
Le point le plus décevant concerne le paiement. Un pourboire d'environ 13 % était déjà inclus sur la facture. Pensant simplement atteindre le standard de 15 %, j'ai ajouté un montant supplémentaire. Au final, j'ai payé environ 17,5 % de pourboire, ce qui est plus que raisonnable.
Malgré cela, le serveur semblait insatisfait, comme s'il s'attendait à un autre pourboire en plus de celui déjà inclus. En quittant notre dôme après avoir encaissé le paiement, il a claqué violemment la porte du dôme, ce qui était très déplacé & peu professionnel.
C'est dommage, car le lieu & le concept sont excellents, mais ces détails ont clairement nui à l'expérience globale.
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The Dôme Givré was magnificent - a beautiful place & a great overall concept. However, the exact location is a bit difficult to find, which could be better indicated.
When we arrived, there were very few servers, & the service was slow. Our dome was not ready on time, with about a 15-minute delay, which affected the start of our experience.
The food was good, but service was slow, & the coffee/tea included in the menu was forgotten.
The most disappointing part was the payment experience. An automatic tip of about 13% was already included on the bill. Thinking I was simply bringing it up to the standard 15%, I added an extra amount. In total, I ended up paying around 17.5% tip, which is more than reasonable.
Despite this, the server appeared unhappy, as if expecting an additional tip on top of what was already included. After taking the payment & leaving our dome, he slammed the dome door shut, which was very unprofessional & uncomfortable.
It's unfortunate, because the location & concept are excellent, but these issues negatively impacted the overall experience.
A very special experience. The setting in the dome was beautiful & unforgettable. Felix & everyone took care of our family to make for a truly special evening. The food was delicious as well.
The setting is really quite enchanting. The domes are so beautiful, with really great lighting, cozy atmosphere, heating ventilation, Bluetooth speakers for your own music, & great view of Montreal's old port at night.
One thing that really stuck out for us was the service. Both Felix & Jeremy were so courteous, polite, quick & really hospitable. We are so grateful for them two keeping the drinks flowing, keeping the cool dishes cool & warm dishes warm despite it being -8C outside here tonight. Not an easy task but they were very successful at keeping everything as intended.
Thank you for such a special experience.
Took the 1 hour day time tour. Boat & amenities clean & comfortable. Beautiful views along the river & informative commentary from the guide. Food options were limited on the menu so better for the view & experience than a meal.
We come almost every year, but this was our first time doing the fireworks cruise-& it was absolutely fantastic! The whole evening was beautiful & so well organized. Alain, our waiter, was friendly, informative, & incredibly helpful throughout the night. From the stunning views to the great service, it was such a memorable experience. We enjoyed every moment & definitely recommend trying it at least once!
Loved the dinner & ride! Beautiful views of the city & river. We had an incredible server as well, Eric, who was so beyond kind & bright-spirited & accommodating. Made the experience even more lovely
An unforgettable afternoon at Le Bateau-Mouche's dome. The setting was serene & beautifully curated, with gorgeous views of the Old Port. The service was flawless-attentive, kind, & made the whole experience feel truly special. A perfect escape in the heart of Montreal
Apr 4, 2025
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I loved coming here! Beautiful view at night , i would recommend booking sunset hours to enjoy the most beautiful view ! The domes are heated & comfortable.
What an absolutely delightful experience from beginning to end. When I first suggested booking this experience with my husband, he was skeptical about the quality of the food & whether we would freeze in the cold Montreal winter evening. He was wrong!
From the moment we arrived, we were treated like royalty. We had a reservation for the 4:00 seating, & all six domes were occupied. We could see that the others were enjoying themselves as much as we were. The domes were heated with space heaters that did the job.
The menu was exquisite, & we chose the four-course option. Cocktails were served by the waitstaff, who expertly managed to bring them from the boat to our dome without spilling a drop!
The meal itself was expertly prepared & presented beautifully.
As darkness descended, things turned magical with the beautiful lights in & around our dome, at the clock tower, the bridge & the ferris wheel.
Guillaume, the owner, visited us & gave us a history of the boat & the domes & he could not have been more engaging.
What a lovely ride! Beautiful view of city. Tried in day time but believe more beautiful in dark as well. Will definitely try next time while dark. Just tried lemonade, very refreshing!
