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.
Excellent de l'entrée au dessert. Très bonne recommandation de vin. Le service pourrait être plus rapide, mais nous n'étions pas pressées, c'était très agréable sur la terrasse.
On aurait cependant préféré entendre la musique du festival de Jazz plutôt que la playlist du resto. Mais la bouffe était vraiment parfaite, nous reviendrons.
Probablement un des pires restaurant que nous avons fait dans les derniers mois pour le rapport qualité-prix.
Service TRÈS lent, nous avons servis notre vin nous-mêmes toute la soirée, difficile de commander nos verres & la nourriture laissait à désirer, nous avons même dû retourner un plat & nous n'avons pas terminé nos assiettes.
C'est vraiment dommage parce que la localisation est superbe, mais ne vaut malheureusement pas le coût.
Jun 30, 2023
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Drinks were great & service was friendly. There's a beautiful pool table in the restaurant but the cues were in terrible shape. They felt a little out of place.
Very nice ambience inside & a great terrace overlooking the Quarter De Spectacle . Service was very good with very polite & accommodating servers. The food was delicious with both meat / fish / vegetarian options available to enjoy. Tasty & fresh at the same time..The only suggestion woule be to have some type of tablecloth on the tables If you are ordering food & not only drinks. It would definitely improve the dining experience especially at this price level. Thank you for the hospitality.
Resto sympathique super service. Personnel très accueillant & souriant. Par contre, j'ai trouvé la musique un peu forte & pas à mon goût mais j'ai passé une agréable soirée. Merci
Service, rapide & efficace. Excellents choix de menus. Par contre le serveur n'était pas des plus sympathiques ni des plus affables. Une remarque légèrement acerbe envers un des convives qui aurait pu être évitée.