Located in the heart of Joliette, a few kilometers from Montreal, La Belle Excuse invites you to come discover their friendly restaurant.
A warm atmosphere, generous, fine cuisine and personalized service await you. The unique style of La Belle Excuse will surprise you and satisfy all your senses.
Whether it be on the front porch or on the 2nd floor rear terrace (in summer) as well as inside this very old house, gourmets will be delighted.
Always seeking to create a unique style, we serve local produce that is fresh, prepared with great care and accompanied by privately imported wines for you to enjoy.
Come discover our menu.
Guests consistently praise Bistro La Belle Excuse for flavorful dishes, generous portions, and a warm, charming atmosphere that makes the dining experience enjoyable from start to finish. Notable dishes include osso buco, beef Wellington, frog legs, calamari and a succulent fondue au fromage. Service is frequently described as impeccable, attentive and friendly, with guests appreciating a relaxed pace that lets everyone savor their meal. Ambiance is often described as cozy, with a charming interior and art on the walls, plus a terrace that many enjoy, although a few note that the dining room can feel a bit chilly and the music choices do not please everyone. Some reviews mention longer waits and occasional kitchen hiccups or uneven portions, and a few point out a limited children's menu. Overall impressions tend to be highly positive, with many saying they will return and recommend the restaurant for both special occasions and casual dinners, and praise the wine list and the presentation of dishes.
C'était excellent nos cuisses de grenouilles. Un à ail & l'autre au cajun. Tellement rare les restaurants qui en font. (Il en as un à Oka). Excellent service, gentille, polie & avec un très beau sourire. Très bien mangé. Ah oui très bonne frites servie chaude.
Mon restaurant préférée pour les meilleure tartare au saumon en ville . J'adore aller à ce restaurant , les cocktail son délicieux sans parler de leur crème brûlée succulent . Je vous recommandes à tous dit aller faire votre tour ❤️
Jan 12, 2025
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Une expérience culinaire mémorable! Le service était chaleureux & attentionné, l'ambiance parfaite, & chaque plat était un véritable délice. Des saveurs équilibrées, des ingrédients frais, & une présentation impeccable. Mention spéciale pour la fondue qui était tout simplement divin. Nous reviendrons sans hésiter. Merci pour cette belle soirée!
J'ai eu une incroyable expérience a ce restaurant. Autant pour le service que pour la nourriture, les cocktails ou l'ambiance, le tout était parfait. Les nouveaux propriétaire sont géniaux.
