Downtown Montreal is home to a brand new occupant, and we’re here to have a good time. A social lounge, an artisan bar and a modern bistro, Bivouac provides an urban and boreal gastronomic experience to all who pass through its doors.
Here, the objective is simple: to introduce guests to a whole new world of tastes and sensations. Taking advantage of the best that the Quebec region and its artisans have to offer.
Bivouac is where guests can get away from the chaos of city life to explore, share and enjoy the quintessence of our nature, all during a meal.
Our Specialties
Oyster bar, Cold meats platter, Cheese platter, Salmon gravlax, Deer tataki, Smoked bison carpaccio, French rack of piglet, Duck breast, Seared cod fillet, Homemade desserts, House cocktails & Private import wine.
Located in the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on the 6th floor of Complexe Desjardins.
In summer, the Bivouac Terrace offers a breathtaking view of the city and is perfectly located to enjoy the lively Place des Festivals. In winter, the Refuges du Bivouac offer to set up a camp for an evening under a beautifully decorated and heated dome that can accommodate up to 10 people, in the heart of the entertainment district.
Guests describe Bivouac as a refined and welcoming destination where service is consistently attentive and the cuisine feels inventive and generously portioned. The setting ranges from elegant indoor dining to magical winter bubbles and a terrace that glows under night lights. Dishes are praised for their presentation and quality, with standout seafood and well crafted wine pairings, though some reviewers note room for more variety in the wine by the glass. The staff are commended for professionalism and thoughtful service that makes celebrations and pre show meals feel special, while a few comments mention higher prices and occasional noise. Overall, Bivouac comes across as a standout choice for memorable dinners, gatherings, and special occasions, offering a memorable combination of food, wine, and ambiance.
Enjoyed lunching at Bivouac ! We had the set menu for lunch which included an entry, main meal & dessert for a decent price & the food did not disappoint. The pouding chômeur is delicious
Nov 14, 2025
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My friend & I had an incredibly disappointing experience Friday night, so much so that I have to believe it was purposeful due to the fact we're American or because we did not order alcohol. After our order was taken we didn't get a refill of water until after our app was delivered even though the cups were empty when it arrived. Our waitress passed us several times as did the manager in a suit, empty cups & not a second look in our direction. Once she cleared the appetizer plates we got a refill & she said our entrees would be up shortly.
In the restaurant the kitchen is in full view & our table had a prime viewing spot. We were sitting inside instead of on the terrace as we had walked through the city all day so our part of the restaurant was completely empty. That is why we were able to see our entrees put into the window by the chef who even took a photo of one of our dishes on his phone. Our plates then sat for well over 10 minutes as bussers, other servers, & the suited manager passed our food in the window. My friend & I just sat watching our food get dry & overly hot. The plates were so hot the she had to bring them with folded napkins, not a word of warning that they were dangerously hot. We ate what was still moist (they at least have good heat lamps I'll say that) & then sat with our silver on the table & napkins on our pate. The waitress passes us again & again (water cups empty while eating) & then strikes up a loud laughing conversation in front of us with the manager. Backs turned to as we still sit with napkins on plates food mostly un eaten & not a word from her the manager as to why. We had hoped to get dessert but it was so disheartening at this point we didn't feel welcome so we just left. We had hoped to have a nice dinner in a beautiful restaurant but left severely dejected :/
If you're an American coming to MTL to support our neighbor's economy please eat elsewhere! MTL is a food haven & there are so many other places to go.
Absolutely fantastic dinner. Staff is amazing & food was also amazing. The oysters were fresh, the appetizers & main dishes were very good (kudos to the octopus), the dessert was delightful. Wine was very good. They brought us fresh bread during our meal which was great & rare these days. The decor is also gorgeous.
This is a hidden gem in Montreal that a lot of people don't know about unless they are staying at this hotel.
Classy Hilton class dining. I would say the beef tartare was the best in Quebec. Unfortunately the dessert was a set back, while the mains - vegetarian & octopus were mediocre. Worth visiting.
L'oeuf mollet est une des meilleures chose que j'ai mangé dans ma vie ! Littéralement !
Ensuite la truite était excellentem, d'une texture moelleuse & douce sans pareille.
Tous les assaisonemments sont justes.
Seul bémol : les desserts. Il n'y en a que 4 à la carte & aucun d'entre eux ne m'interessaient.
Nous avons eu un service exceptionnel des 3 serveurs. Les repas étaient sublime de l'entrée au dessert. Mon seul bémol est pour ce rendre au restaurant en métro, les indications pour avoir accès au restaurant peuvent porter à confusion. Communiquez avec le resto ils vont pouvoir vous aider.
Jan 19, 2025
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Bon service ! Par contre, le poisson servi ce soir là (un samedi soir) était peut-être trop salé ! Le dessert, de son côté, goutait davantage une mousse au chocolat qu'un Panna Cota. C'est deux éléments mis ensemble font en sorte que nous ne pouvons pas donner un 5 étoile à notre repas !
Repas de Saint Sylvestre décevant! Accueil sympathique, portions correctes, qualité des matières premières très irrégulière, service quelconque. Sur 5 services, 2 sont positifs, 1 honorable & 2 décevants dont le dessert juste goûté & non mangé (trop dur, peu goûteux, typé pâtisserie de supermarché) Dommage pour le plat principal, un flétan, trop cuit dans dans un jus sans goût. Un rapport qualité prix plutôt médiocre. On s'attend tout de même à un niveau très supérieur à celui proposé pour 150$.
The Steak is overcooked, & the service is not what we expected. After we finished the main course, we do not get any attention for over half an hour, or check with us if we want the dessert. I am very disappointed.
Great food, great attentive service. When they didn't have the alcohol my partner was looking for, they offered him several alternatives to taste test. We took the Montréal a table menu & we were overall very satisfied with our experience, especially the scallops, fish & desserts!
Nov 19, 2024
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Very disappointed experience. I came to Bivouac with my family before a show at Place des Arts. I found the restaurant extremely loud with a very agitated atmosphere, where it's difficult to relax & have conversation. While dishes had a nice visual appeal, they lack the taste & refinement one would expect at this price tag. The salmon was clearly frozen & overcooked, while the apple dessert was tasteless. Service was efficient but lack a personal touch. Without naming them, some other restaurants in the aera are much better than Bivouac.
Très bon accueil, une excellente jovialité de notre serveuse. Par ailleurs, l'endroit est très confortable & agréable. Néanmoins par rapport aux tarifs pratiqués il y a des gros manquements : le plateau de fromage doit être plus varié (mettez un fromage de vache, de chèvre, de brebis, pâte molle, pâte dur, ... il n' y avait aucune diversité & ajoutez un couteau à fromage !!); sortez le foie gras pour qu'il soit servi à température ambiante (ça ne se mange pas froid) & ajouté plus de pain brioché; évitez de servir les sauces dans une bouteille isotherme (ça fait camping); changer les couverts entre l'entrée & plat principal & il faut vraiment améliorer les desserts. Ma remarque tient vraiment du prix qui n'est pas du tout en adéquation avec les plats. Petit plus, sur la poutine vaut vraiment le coup.
Les entrées étaient excellentes ainsi que le dessert. L'escalope de veau avait trop de panure, le goût du veau se perdait dans ce surplus d'enrobage. À retirer du menu.
No BBQ ribs available for advertised BBQ Sundays. No oysters available. Flank steak substituted for ribs & server did not ask how how I wanted my steak cooked...although steak & sauce was tasty. Chicken. Beautiful restaurant with balcony/outdoor dining. Cost - $150, no liquor, no dessert. Disappointed overall with limited food choices at 5pm.
Jul 10, 2024
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The food was wonderful, especially the locally recommended dessert. The bartender was very good & gave me lots of ideas to come back in June for the Montreal Jazz Festival.
C'était l'anniversaire de ma copine & j'avais demandé qu'ils nous apportent un dessert avec une bougie. J'ai même reconfirmé cela une fois au restaurant, mais c'est passé comme si rien n'était prévu. En plus de cela, nous avons demandé le menu dessert trois fois & personne ne l'a apporté. C'était vraiment décevant.
Nous sommes arrivées à 17h45 & avions préciser que l'on assistait à un concert pour 19h30. On nous a alors conseillé un menu plus rapide, ce que nous avons choisi.
On a jamais eu le temps de prendre le dessert car le service était trop long, ni notre verre de cava. J'ai du prendre l'addition rapidement & courir. On est arrivé en retard.
Je comprends que ça peux être parfois long en restauration & d'habitude je n'ai aucun problème avec ça. Mais quand c'est préciser , je trouve ça dommage. 210$ (30$ tip)pour un potage, truite & 1 verre & demi de cava qu'on a du se partager à 2 parce que personne venait nous voir... c'est décevant.
Sinon, la serveuse était très gentille. La nourriture a été bonne & le restaurant est très beau.
