Welcome to Bistro 22, your new favourite destination for a delightful dining experience. Our menu features a tantalizing selection of perfectly grilled steaks, mouth-watering pasta dishes, and gourmet sandwiches, all crafted with the finest ingredients and a touch of culinary creativity.
Bistro 22 is described as a cozy yet elegant gem in Saint Lazare with a welcoming staff and attentive service that makes guests feel at home. Reviews highlight a well curated menu featuring both classic and contemporary dishes, strong mains like steak frites and chicken parmesan, several seafood options, tasty arancini, and a dessert lineup that includes a standout creme brulee. Wine lists, whisky tastings, and cocktails such as a highly praised martini are frequently mentioned as highlights, complementing a lively and relaxed atmosphere. Many diners say the food is consistently top notch and the portions generous, making it a go to for date nights, family dinners, or casual meals with friends. While most experiences are positive, a few meals are described as average or overly garlicky or acidic, and some note value could be improved. Overall, Bistro 22 is portrayed as a hidden gem that delivers warm service, good vibes, and dependable quality that invites return visits.
We couldn't have been more impressed with our experience. Food was prepared to perfection. Very chill atmosphere that was perfect for a date night. Calamari was the best we have ever had, & couldn't stop on the pasta.
Clam chowder: Good! Calamari : It was good, I liked the thin batter & it was a good portion.
tartare: Very good, on par with fancy places, took the tuna & beef & it was fresh, tangy & the dijon took over on the beef one but overall great.
Bavette with chimi churri: Steak was small, juicy, tasty but i gotta say that was not chimi-churri sauce at all.
Service was okay, we had to chase our waiter but maybe it was just busy. Atmosphere was as good as you can make it in an IKEA showroom (sorry i dont know how else to describe it)
Overall it needed a little more character, I would recommend it for the tartare!
Mar 2, 2026
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A great place for a fantastic meal!! Amazing service, drinks were on point, the food is wonderful!! Very happy to have such a good place close to home ! Calamari & escargot are a MUST ! Best I've had in a long time. All three tartares are delicious & the bavette was melt in your mouth!
Bistro 22 is a hidden gem right off the island of Montreal where owners Mike & Christina have truly curated the most elegant yet cozy night's shade of dark blue. With an immaculate start, the zippy espresso martini & tart amaretto sour were handcrafted to perfection. The menu offered a plethora of options for just about everyone's taste including a delectable trio of tartares, ambrosial escargot, succulent fried calamari, & bavette topped with a vibrant, herbaceous chimichurri. Every detail of the main dish was exquisite right down to the loaded baked potato & roasted veggies. The desserts did not disappoint either, as the pecan pie was nostalgic & decadent, the carrot cake airy & moist as well as the chocolate cake which embodied the luscious & rich notes of the classic. Highly recommend for a special night out, this bistro serves simply delicious dishes while providing friendly & insanely efficient service.
Wow... Amazing first time at this Bistro 22.... Ambiance is great not loud no yelling over each other as some other places....food was great portions & the Calamari was do die for just melted in your mouth...no rubbery at all .....👍🏻
5 star very well deserved in every aspect the calamari is the best in town & the best I've ever tried. This is a must try for anyone wanting to try a new place. Keep up the excellent work, & my compliments to the chefs.
Oct 8, 2024
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I have been to bistro 22 twice now for supper & both times the food & service has been exceptional! The Calamari & tartare are standouts. They also have some very interesting cocktails! Whether you go there for a drink or to eat, you will not be disappointed!
I have dined here twice now, once for supper & a lunch with friends. The lunch was perfect, all seemed to enjoy their ample well priced portions. The clam chowder was great with lots of juicy tender clams. Dinner was a work in progress & the chef does not cook rare filet well, twice, as the first was returned. Both came on the well side of medium. The vegetables with the steak were very nicely cooked. The calamari is amazing! dessert was a very tasty gift. Service was not rushed. I recommend the restaurant just not the filet.
Bistro 22 is a must try! The food was delicious, the vibe was fun & modern, & the service was impeccable. The owners, Christina & Mike pay attention to all the little details that make the dining experience stand out. They were very friendly & accommodating of my young kids. The cocktails were delicious, the food was fresh & tasty, & our server was friendly & attentive. Standouts were the proper sour cocktail, carefully curated & well-priced wine list, that fried calamari & the most delicious cheesecake that I have ever had in my life (made in house!). Whether for an after work cocktail, family meal or date night, Bistro 22 checks all the boxes!
