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Bivouac

Located in the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on the 6th floor of Complexe Desjardins.
Downtown
4.6$$$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:45 am
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BistroContemporary/ModernBoréaleUrbanRegionalMarketVegetarianSeafood/FishFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of winesOyster Bar / Raw BarResto-Bar

About

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.

Details

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.

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac
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.

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Reviews for Bivouac

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on Google4.4 (1000+)
*as of 2026-07-17
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Review Summary

Bivouac offers a sophisticated dining experience characterized by its refined, boreal-inspired Quebec cuisine and high-quality local ingredients. Many visitors highlight the stunning decor, the cozy and intimate atmosphere, and the exceptional terrace, which becomes especially magical during the winter with its unique outdoor bubble concept. While service is frequently described as professional, attentive, and personalized, the restaurant is a favored destination for those attending events at the nearby Place des Arts. Although opinions on portion sizes and specific flavor profiles vary, the overall consensus points to a memorable culinary experience marked by creative dish presentation and a well-curated wine list.
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Very cool setting. The food is okay. I had the salmon- it lacked complexity & a memorable finish. The creme tansy was subtle, the pickled radish was delicious. My cocktail was overly sweet.

Sep 9, 2025
on Google

We were so disappointed with Bivouac, the promise of cuisine Boreal was so exciting, it ended feeling like a marketing move.

This was ultimately a hotel restaurant, & while we thought that maybe it would be, we were wrong. The design the vibe, the crowd etc.

The food was simply bland, low on flavour..the risotto was so ordinary, nothing about it was special, we kept adding salt because it had no flavour. No interesting he's or spices to make it Boreal. The Beef filet was very ordinary again nothing special,. felt like a70s hotel steak. The mushroom trio we were excited about when we ordered it, & it was flat, & no flavour, again nothing boreal about it, & we had to put salt & pepper for flavour

The whole meal was disappointing, & we felt conned that we fell for the idea of a cuisine boreal Quebecoise

Sep 9, 2025
on Google

Bel endroit, mais nous étions assez déçu de la nourriture. Nous avons pris des huîtres qui étaient très bonnes. Le ceviche aux pétoncles n'étaient pas un vrai ceviche (aucune acidité), mais plutôt un tartare qui nous tombait un peu sur le coeur & manquait de complexité. Nous avons également pris l'entrée aux champignons dans tous ses états qui était 22$. Très déçu, avec 3 petits morceaux de champignons qui manquaient de goûts (mauvais rapport qualité-prix). Personnels chaleureux & bonne rillette de truite

Sep 4, 2025
on Google

What a beautiful restaurant right next to Place de Arts. The dim lit sexy ambiance, along with a large terrace overlooking the downtown core. Anywhere you sit, will be an amazing experience.

The service was professional & warm. The food takes on a high-end Quebec menu. The food is flavorful, incredibly presented & lots of options for food allergies. Highly recommend this place

Sep 3, 2025
on Google

Chic, elegant & beautiful restaurant ans bar. Recommend for any kind of gathering. Some nights they have a DJ so it's very fun at the bar. The drinks are delicious 😋

Sep 1, 2025
on Google

Très bon restaurant ! On s'est régalé!

Sep 1, 2025
on Google

Excellent sur toute la ligne! Service incroyable & le menu incroyable. 🤩

Aug 30, 2025
on Google

J'ai commandé le saumon confit à l'huile d'olive. Belle assiette! Mais j'aurais préféré un peu de citron pour relever la saveur.

Aug 30, 2025
on Google
5.0

The starters were delicious & creative. The main courses were equally good & the selection of wines was good, although a few more options for the wine by the glass would have been nice; a Sauternes with the foie gras always a favourite.
The atmosphere was a bit flat but likely due to there not being a lot of people that particular night. But having a quiet table, where one doesn't need to compete with loud music like many annoying places these days, was a real treat!
We would definitely consider returning.

Aug 27, 2025
on Google

J'ai adoré manger là bas ! L'ambiance est apaisante & discrète. Les serveurs très à l'écoute & les cocktails étaient trop bons !

Aug 26, 2025
on Google