Overall, reviews praise Bistro La Franquette for warm hospitality, a cozy, lively atmosphere, and consistently delicious food, with hanger steak and steak frites highlighted among favorites and a strong wine list and tasty starters like onion soup and crispy halloumi. Service is described as attentive and friendly, though a few visits note occasional moments of rushing or timing issues during busy periods. The vibe is unpretentious and intimate, making it a good spot for date nights or groups, with generous portions and elegant flavors that many say justify the price. Some guests mention room for improvement in the drink program and a preference for louder music to match the energy of the room, and a couple of small notes like espresso not always available or fries cooked in canola oil instead of beef fat. Still, the overall experience is repeatedly described as memorable and worth returning to.
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!!
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 🤩
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. :)
Pour la deuxième fois nous avons eu une expérience fort agréable. Je tiens particulièrement à souligner le service & l'amabilité de Jennifer, elle fait tout pour nous plaire: Elle refroidit le vin à une température parfaite & nous prépare sans hésiter des cocktails parfaits dans un temps record. La nourriture était digne d'une très bonne brasserie française & j'ai pu constater que l'équipe à la cuisine se démenait pour que tout soit délicieux. L'accueil par un grand type Afro-Québécois a été très chaleureux & courtois.
Friendly & knowledgable staff. Warm atmosphere. The halloumi dish was amazing! Highly recommend! The flavours, the texture - everything about this dish was spectacular. We shared a few other dishes as well, & overall everything tasted good & the service was great.
Lovely restaurant with a nice, cozy vibe. The food was delicious, & the staff was friendly. Highly recommend if you're in the neighbourhood or looking for a more intimate dining experience!
Feb 3, 2025
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Warm & cozy bistro vibe. Everyone was super friendly - service was above & beyond. While waiting for our table (with our kids) the bar tender whipped us up a couple of custom cocktails. We ordered from both the evening's specials as well as the regular menu. The server helped us choose a good combination of both to get a good feel for the restaurant. Highly recommend for a very chill, very delicious, warm, welcoming restaurant - the perfect spot to warm up & tuck into a comforting French /Quebecois bistro fare. Cant wait to come back!
Very fancy fine dining place in the heart of westmount. We were there for a Christmas party with work & we had a set menu. Amazing seafood appetizers ranging from Arctic salmon with salmon eggs, some raw tuna thinly sliced & rolled as well as the home made ham. For the main we had a steak & the salmon with lentils. The steak was perfectly cooked & tender. The service was perfect, very attentive & helpful staff. Overall great experience just don't go really hungry since the portions are really small.
The tartare was delicious, as was the bread. Wasn't the biggest fan the tuna crudo & my virgin shirley temple tasted like cough syrup. Would go back to try out other things on the menu.
10 out of 10!! The service, the food, the wine & the cocktails - everything was perfect! I really had no expectations going to La Franquette & now it's one of my favorite restaurants in Montreal! Love the cozy atmosphere too.
