Beauty's Luncheonette is widely described as a classic, bustling Montreal diner with a nostalgic vibe and a standout breakfast and brunch lineup, including fluffy pancakes, bagels with lox, and generous portions that many feel are worth the price; while the crowd and lines reflect its popularity, several reviews also caution that prices are high and some dishes can underwhelm, with occasional service issues or rushed seating on busy mornings, but the overall sentiment remains that Beauty's is an institution worth visiting for a dependable, friendly experience.
Food was very mid. Only go here if you don't know how to cook & can't make a better breakfast than simple eggs, potatoes, a protein & toast/bagel.
Everything on my dish was missing flavour. The eggs had no browning on the bottom, no salt or other spices on my potatoes. It's very rare for me to add hot sauce to things so I can enjoy my food more.
I would have been happier if it was more affordable to justify the mediocrity of the plate but my dish was close to $20 & it went over that with tax & tip.
I only tried it cause it's a Montreal institution so I excepted the food to be better than what I got.
Hands down one of the best breakfast spots in Montreal for classic brunch done right. Their pancakes are incredibly fluffy, & the bagels are absolutely amazing-perfect every single time. This place is truly an institution, & you can feel it in the atmosphere, the consistency, & the quality of the food. I always love coming here for brunch, & it never disappoints. A must-visit for breakfast lovers! 🥞🥯
An institution - can't miss it. Best breakfast, loveliest staff - Anne Marie is a sweetheart! - love supporting this Mont Royal landmark. Superbe & a favourite
What a privilege it is to visit this institution of Montreal restaurants! The menu & food stays simple & perfect. The same family has been preparing your meals for over 80 years. Don't miss the chance to visit & enjoy yourself.
This place doesn't need more reviews. It's an institution for a reason. The staff are all so nice. The bagels are 10/10. The mish mash is iconic for a reason. You can't go wrong
Just a great Montreal diner/institution. Service is super friendly & always with a smile. Get the mish-mash, comes with a st Viateur Bagel. It's a scrambled egg mashup with onions, salami, & hot dogs - paired with potatoes. The orange juice is fresh squeezed too! Lots of photos on the walls of famous people who have been there. Just a great experience!
If you like chopped liver, Beauty's is the place to go. You get a scoop of chopped chicken liver, on a bed of veggies, a side of gravy, topped with clarified onions. Delicious! But Beauty's, (along with other Montreal institutions like Schwartz's), is cursed with having to live up to all the hype. Nevertheless, Beauty's offers a decent breakfast. They also make a good burger which they won't over cook if you ask for it rare. This is something most restaurants refuse to do, (citing health reasons). Try the classic smoked salmon on a bagel with cream cheese.
J'espère que c'était bien meilleur avant pour que Beauty's puisse se mériter ce statut de quasi-institution & ces longues files. Rien de mauvais, mais nous aurions pu éviter l'attente & payer moins cher en allant à n'importe quel petit casse-croute de quartier (ou aux alentours d'une usine en semaine). Seul avantage: les bagels, quoi que ça ne leur est sûrement pas exclusif.
Oct 27, 2013
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I had picked up my daughter & friends at the Berri bus station one day at 7am & figured it would be nice to treat them so we all went to Beauty's, known as the famed breakfast institution where one might rub elbows with movie stars working on location.
I ordered only 1 coffee. The 3 girls ordered breakfast with all the trimmings. I had to go across the street & get some cash because they would not take any credit cards (maybe it's changed today). The final bill came to about $70 tip included.
I find this exorbitant & was sorry it was too early in the morning because I would have gladly taken them to the Ritz known for their Eggs Benedict.
Service was so-so.
Too bad many restaurateurs gain acceptance & fame & then only rely on their reputation thereafter.
J'ai fréquenté le resto Beauty's durant plusieurs années au cours des 1990 & plus particulièrement en 1992 4 matin semaine &, comme je n'y était pas retourné depuis environ 10 ans je suis tombé des nues. Plus rien à voir avec le bon vieux Beauty's. Les oeufs brouillés qui sont présentés en omelette, les pommes de terre rissolées n'ont pascla même saveur & le bacon infecte. Que s' est-il donc passé avec les bonne vieillescrecettes & l'ambiance de ce must de Montréal Définitivement malheureux car di les anciens clients sont honnêtes & non snobs, ils admettront que ce n'est plus à la hauteur de la réputation pour ne pas dire que ce fut une institution.
