Bistro Grace delivers a robust selection of contemporary American plates designed for a straightforward and focused culinary experience. The menu features a refined balance of fresh produce and hearty protein preparations that prioritize ingredient integrity above complex garnishes. Guests encounter a streamlined interior environment that emphasizes clean lines and functional design for consistent service flow. Each dish reflects an adherence to modern techniques, ensuring that textures and flavors remain distinct throughout every course. Culinary execution centers on the careful management of heat and seasoning to achieve precision in every serving. This establishment maintains a commitment to accessible preparation methods that highlight the inherent quality of raw components without unnecessary artifice. The facility provides a balanced environment suitable for focused interactions where the preparation of the meal remains the primary point of engagement for all seated visitors.
Bistro Grace is widely regarded as a hidden gem that offers an exceptional culinary experience highlighted by fresh, high quality ingredients and a menu that frequently rotates to include seasonal specials. Visitors frequently praise the flavorful dishes, such as the sea bass, salmon, and decadent desserts, noting that the kitchen maintains a high standard for taste and presentation. The ambiance is consistently described as cozy, inviting, and classy, making it a popular choice for families, date nights, and special occasions. While service experiences can vary, many guests appreciate the attentive and friendly staff who contribute to a welcoming dining environment, ensuring that the majority of diners look forward to returning for another memorable meal.
I visited Bistro Grace with my husband & family, & we're so happy we found this hidden gem!
The waitstaff were incredibly polite, attentive, & helpful. They also told us that the menu changes frequently, which means there's always something new to try on every visit.
We started with the salmon tartare, crab cutlet, & beetroot & feta salad, & every dish was absolutely delicious.
For the main course, I had the vegetarian pasta, while my husband ordered the chicken. Both dishes were excellent & full of flavor.
The prices are in the mid-range, & I'd say you can expect to spend around $80-100 per person.
It's a wonderful place for a family dinner, a date night, or any special occasion. We would definitely come back! ⭐?
Visited Bistro Grace on a Friday night, & thankfully I made a reservation in advance because the place was pretty much fully booked.
First, I want to mention the parking situation. Our reservation was for 7, & the parking lot is very small-there was literally no space available, so we had to park on the street.
When we were seated, I noticed my last name written on the table, which was a very nice & thoughtful touch. Service overall was good & professional. However, for the price you pay, they seem a bit understaffed. The restaurant is small enough that you can get your server's attention, but some service details were slightly lacking. That said, the person refilling water was 10/10-super attentive.
Another thing worth mentioning is the noise level. It can get very loud, making it hard to have a conversation. It would be nice if they added some kind of soundproofing or noise-reduction panels. The restaurant is beautiful & the food is excellent, but the loud atmosphere takes away from the experience a bit.
As for the food-everything was excellent. I had the salmon, & my partner ordered the 1855 Black Angus, which literally melted in your mouth. It was incredibly soft & juicy-spectacular. The bread service is a must-try; we're still thinking about it! I also loved the'blackboard' menu featuring seasonal or weekly specials-very unique & a nice touch.
Overall, I really enjoyed my experience. There are a few minor things that could be improved, but I would definitely go back because the food was exceptional.
Bistro Grace is exceptional! The food was delicious & very flavorful. The stuff was very attentive. Will be back to try other delicious dishes. Thank you!
May 25, 2025
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Bistro Grace is a wonderful gem in the West Island for fine dining. The food is exceptional - every dish is beautifully presented & bursting with flavour. The service is impeccable, with staff who are attentive, knowledgeable, & welcoming. It's the perfect spot for a special night out or a memorable meal. Highly recommend!
Review from someone that just loves food in general from fast food to fine dining. Rating is based on the lowest score. Service: Top service, food arrived fast, new plates in between, checked in on regularly. No issues at all. Atmosphere, simple dim light open room concept. Sound travels so it was a bit difficult to hear my table. Open kitchen so I think kitchen seats might be interesting. Food: Interesting menu items. Had taken several appetizers & a steak. What's interesting when you have menus without images is your expectations & I think everything was on par visually. Calamari was as expected, portion size & both tentacles & rings. Crispy & not chewy. Horseradish sauce (which I make & prefer) plus other sauce was nice to have. 8.5/10 I would prefer to have again. (Example of bad calamari is Lucille's 18$/8pcs). In general calamari should be under $20 & few good places have them in $16-18 range. Mushroom Tartine: Extremely above expectations. Flavour was just something different. Definetly a dish I would want to recreate myself & was the highlight at the Bistro. 10/10 Oysters: Oysters are Oysters. Choice of Lemon, Tabasco, Mignonette (a bit under on flavour) & that Horseradish tomato again. I typically just go for Oysters on Oyster days, or shuck a box myself. Salmon tartare: I love salmon & beef tartare (& when presented table side) but this one just didn't have any burst of flavour, it didn't give my taste buds a new experience. 7/10 Basically decided from my last 2 experiences that I'll just stick to my own home made tartare. If you are ordering a Salmom tartare for the first time, this dish would be a safe introductory to get over "raw" fish. Beets salad: To me, it was just a beets salad. I enjoy beets already so nothing new of a flavour profile came out on this dish. 7/10 Sirloin Steak frites MR: Had expectations since their mains are fairly beef related. For nearly $50 it isn't changing anyone's steak expectations at all. There are quite a few steak places to be had in the sub $40 as a complete. Fries also under whelming. That malt vinegar mayo, noooo. Overall the place is a nice little bistro. Annually for the past 4-5 years we go to the same restaurant for their tasting menu & wine pairing but this time I wanted something different this time hoping Bistro Grace can bring in something different. Come to think of it, there was a reason we kept going back to our same resto because expectations matched & I guess we will see them next year.
