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Bistro La Franquette
Restaurant

Bistro La Franquette

Westmount
4.6$$ & $$$
OPEN5:30 pm - 11 pm
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Bistro La Franquette Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for Bistro La Franquette

Food
Service
on Google4.6 (200+)
*as of 2026-02-01
5★
81%
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Review Summary

Across the reviews, Bistro La Franquette comes across as a warm, unpretentious French bistro with a lively yet cozy vibe where the Franquette burger and the onglet de boeuf are consistently praised and the steak frites are often described as the best in the city. The kitchen delivers flavorful, well balanced dishes and a strong wine list, while the desserts regularly win praise. The service is repeatedly cited as friendly, knowledgeable and attentive, with staff going the extra mile and cocktails and seasonal specials earning fans. Some notes point to fries that could be upgraded by using beef tallow or duck fat, occasional small portions, and a few items that did not land with certain diners. Overall the place is seen as a gem and a favorite for a comforting, high quality French Quebecois dining experience, with many reviewers saying they would return soon.
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5.0

Great neighbourhood restaurant, food is always delicious & consistent. Service is good. Vibe is great. Overall, love this place, keep up the great hospitality!

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Great food & service!

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

Had an excellent meal here with the dining & service impeccable

Feb 5, 2026
on Google

Superbe expérience. David au service & Kenny au bar sont excellents

Jan 31, 2026
on Google

Cuisine agréable & bien faite mais service brouillon & expéditif qui gâchent l'expérience.
Les plats sont desservis alors que nous n'avons pas avalé la dernière bouchée & se succèdent sans avoir le temps de prendre une gorgée de vin!
Un repas du vendredi soir devrait être relaxant..là au bout de 1h00 top chrono tout était terminè, de l'arrivée au départ.Comment se sentir accueilli comme' un chien dans un jeu de quilles'.Dommage:(

Jan 27, 2026
on Google

Excellent food, wonderful service! Always a great experience at La Franquette.

Jan 25, 2026
on Google
5.0

I went with a big group of friends & we all had a fantastic experience. The restaurant atmosphere was intimate & chic. The service was top tier. Everything we ate was delicious & the wine was the perfect compliment. I look forward to going again next time I'm in Montreal!

Jan 23, 2026
on Google

Bistro La Franquette has a really nice atmosphere - cozy, lively, & a great spot for a night out. The food was excellent. I had the hanger steak with fries & red wine reduction sauce, & it was outstanding. Perfectly cooked, full of flavour, & the fries were some of the best I've ever had.

The oyster special is also a must - fresh & a great add-on to the meal.

A couple of small notes: the music could have been a bit louder to really match the energy of the room, & the drink experience wasn't quite at the same level as the food. Our waiter could have taken a bit more time to explain the drink options, & the margarita we ordered wasn't our favourite.

That said, the food & overall vibe more than make up for it, & I would absolutely go back.

Jan 22, 2026
on Google

Went out as a group of four for a buddy's birthday & we all ended up ordering the same two things the Franquette burger & the hanger steak with fries. Both were excellent. The steak had great flavour & the burgers were spot on. Only note I really wish they would switch the fries over to beef tallow or duck fat instead of that standard canola seed oil. Would take them from good to outstanding.

The French onion soup was tasty but could use a bit more soup & a bit less bread which is an easy fix.

We found a really nice Nebbiolo on the list for 95 dollars & ended up drinking the last two bottles they had. Solid value.

The vibe of the place is great warm lively not pretentious. & our waitress was a character in the best way possible. Anyone who wears shorts when it is 25 degrees outside automatically gets respect. Cool attitude & genuinely good service.

Overall really good spot. I would definitely go back.

Dec 6, 2025
on Google

Best steak Frites in the city. We're blessed to have this gem

Nov 12, 2025
on Google

Bistro la Franquette is my favourite restaurant in Montreal. The onglet de boeuf is the best steak you'll get in Montreal, much better than any other'fancy' steakhouse. The staff is amazing, & they'll make your experience unforgettable. Couldn't recommend enough!

Nov 11, 2025
on Google

Beautifully executed menu, excellent wine selection, attentive service. One of my favourite spots!

Nov 11, 2025
on Google

Not to be missed; a sure fire way to fill your belly, & soul.

Nov 11, 2025
on Google

Bistro La Franquette is our happy place; delicious, fresh & well-seasoned food, professional service, great wine selection. 🍷

Nov 11, 2025
on Google

Franquette quickly became my favourite restaurant when they opened 5 years ago & they still never disappoint. I've never had a bad meal there & everyone I have ever recommended it to has absolutely loved it. My accountant even emailed me mid-meal to thank me for the recommendation because he & his wife were enjoying themselves so much!
The staff are all exceptionally friendly & knowledgeable. The kitchen staff & especially their pastry chef are extremely talented & it's usually hard to pick whether the main meal or the dessert was better (pro tip: never skip dessert here!).
Do yourselves a favour & make a reservation for lunch or dinner, you won't be disappointed!!

Nov 11, 2025
on Google

Best local french bistro in the heart of Victoria Village , Westmount

Nov 4, 2025
on Google
5.0

Stopped by this bistro while in Westmount & was so pleasantly surprised with the delicious food, drinks & amazing service. We had the best burger I've ever had in Montreal!!! Tried the cocktail du jour & it was balanced & tasty, & continued with some wine from their impressive wine list. What a hidden gem.
Also.. the decor is beautiful (even the bathrooms!) & it's a perfect space to spend an evening.
Shoutout to Chef Louie & Renée for their hospitality! Can't wait to go back 🤩

Nov 3, 2025
on Google
5.0

Fantastic steak frites & burger. Steak was cooked perfectly. The burger was super juicy.

Nov 1, 2025
on Google

Love this place so much! My husband & I frequent here many Wednesdays when they do $1 oysters & $12 martinis. The food is absolutely delicious, with a changing menu full of fresh ingredients. The staff are always so welcoming & friendly (with special shout outs to Kenny & Jennifer, but truly everyone has always been so kind). Their drinks are also amazing, & they often have a specialty pickle-flavored cocktail on the menu - which changes seasonally. My husband & I both have loved every pickle-flavored concoction they've come up with. Even if there isn't a pickle one on the current menu, Jennifer generally will make something delicious up for us. :)

Oct 12, 2025
on Google
5.0

Great service! Great quality! Can't find fault in anything

Oct 9, 2025
on Google