Bouillon Albert

Tricia

5.0

This new French restaurant offers a charming ambiance with dim lighting & an intimate atmosphere even with the hustle & bustle. The service was friendly, prompt, & attentive. The food exceeded my expectations, especially given the more affordable price point. The duck was my favourite dish, cooked to perfection & tenderly coming off the bone. The ravioli came close, with its perfect texture & flavour. The entrees were also delicious & so was the wine. The meal ended on a great note with the pecan rice pudding dessert, which was so rich & addictive. I would however skip on steak frites, which I thought were just ok. Otherwise, totally recommend giving this spot a try!

Dan

5.0

The night before, we were celebrating our anniversary, & the manager at another restaurant recommended this place. We were looking for something local, French, & with a good vibe - this totally delivered.

We showed up at 5:30 PM on a Monday, thinking it'd be quiet. Nope. The place was already buzzing, & by 7 PM it was packed. Luckily, they managed to seat us - & we're so glad they did.

Let's talk food: absolutely delicious. Classic French bistro with a little something extra. We had the escargot, Russian eggs, & bone marrow to start - all outstanding. For mains, we went with the duck confit, steak frites, & ravioli. We also order the mash potatoes (really amazing) green beans, & mushrooms. Every bite was fantastic. We were pretty full, but we decided to share a rice pudding on their recommendation. It was awesome!

Don't hesitate - just make a reservation. This place is clearly a local favorite.

Dave

4.0

c'est le meilleuer steak frites… highly recommend! good vibe, corner of rue rachel - cozy atmosphere + good service

Mickael

5.0

I discovered Bouillon Albert a little over two weeks ago, & I've already been twice, which isn't something I usually do. The restaurant is new, but it's run by the same owners who previously operated the tartare steak spot that used to be there. That said, the experience now is completely different! & much improved! The service, in particular, has taken a huge step forward. It's attentive without being overbearing, & the staff seem genuinely proud of what they're offering.

The menu is a little short, yes ... but it's focused. It stays true to the spirit of a traditional bouillon: classic French comfort food, simply prepared, reasonably priced, & made to feel approachable rather than pretentious. Everything I've tasted so far was well cooked, well balanced, & presented with care. You can tell the kitchen is aiming for quality & quantity, & it shows.

What really caught me off guard was the pricing. It's shockingly affordable ! In the best possible way! In today's dining landscape, it's rare to find a place that offers this level of execution at such reasonable prices. That's exactly what a bouillon should be.

Now for the highlights. The rillettes de tours is a standout, light, delicate, & beautifully seasoned. The millefeuille à la verveine honestly blew me away! crisp, airy layers with just the right amount of herbal sweetness. & I know it sounds simple, but the mashed potatoes deserve a mention too, smooth, buttery, & perfectly seasoned. When even the mash is memorable, you know you're in good hands.

I'm really glad this place opened up. It's unpretentious, thoughtful, & delivers far more than the price point would suggest. I'll definitely be going back - probably sooner rather than later.

Coryna

5.0

Un service super sympatique & attentionné.
Bouillon Albert est devenu un favori très rapidement.

Nous recommandons l'escargot, les raviolis, le canard confit, & le millefeuille. Nous avons aussi remarqué que le Steak Frites & les profiteroles sont très populaires.

Nous serons de retour!

Alistair

4.0

Went here for a birthday dinner. Food was okay, but the service & atmosphere were excellent. Had the tartare, escargot & bone marrow to start. Wasn't blown away by any of it, but still decent. Had the cod with potatoes & steak frites for the mains, again, good without being great. Had the profiteroles & flan for dessert, which were again decent. Fairly priced which is a huge plus for this resto.

Joseph

5.0

Last night, three friends & I stumbled upon this *gem* of a restaurant in Montreal, & wow-our taste buds are still throwing a party! We kicked things off with beef tartare (so good we almost fought over the last bite), escargot (still in the shell, fancy *&* delicious), & a cheese platter that had us questioning all our life choices up to that point.

Then came the *pièce de résistance*-steak frites. Perfectly cooked, juicy, & paired with sauces that made us want to lick the plates (we didn't… *or did we?*). The service was top-notch, the vibes were immaculate, & we left plotting our next visit before we even hit the sidewalk.

10/10 would recommend-bring your appetite & prepare to be wowed!