Since 2011, Bouillon Bilk has been this simple place where we welcome people from the neighborhood for their business lunch, for their before or after show or for their desire to have a good time at any time.
Bouillon Bilk is widely praised as a refined and inventive fine dining destination in Montreal, with a sleek atmosphere that puts the focus on the food and a tasting menu with wine pairings that many consider exceptional. The dishes are described as thoughtfully composed, with bold yet balanced flavors and beautiful presentations, making the experience feel both upscale and comforting. Service is repeatedly lauded for being warm, attentive, and professional, helping create a memorable evening, though a few reviews mention moments of cold ambiance or pricing that feels high for some guests. Overall, Bouillon Bilk emerges as a standout choice for food lovers seeking creativity, quality ingredients, and a sophisticated dining journey that often warrants a return visit.
Nous avions pris un menu dégustation. Les plats impliquent différentes techniques & textures contrastantes. La présentation visuelle est travaillée. Cependant, certains plats pourraient bénéficier d'une plus grande touche d'acidité afin de balancer la richesse des ingrédients ou de la sauce. De plus, certaines combinaisons créatives de saveurs étaient intéressantes, alors que d'autres nous ont laissé un brin perplexes (ex: dessert à base de mousse de courge). Par ailleurs, le pain maison servi était froid & les assiettes des plats servis chauds étaient tièdes contrairement à d'autres institutions de similaire renommée. Toutefois, il n'en demeure pas moins que l'appréciation gustative de tout plat est très personnelle à chacun/e. Somme toute, nous pouvions apprécier l'expertise, la qualité & la passion derrière tous les plats, de même que le professionnalisme de l'équipe. Nous souhaitons cependant partager les constats suivant quant à l'environnement immédiat: Le restaurant semble avoir une problématique avec des mouches à fruit. Au courant de la soirée, nous avions vu des mouches à fruit à différentes reprises (plus de cinq fois, parfois deux en même temps), ce qui a significativement nuit à notre expérience. Nous tenons à souligner que notre serveuse a rapidement fait part de notre préoccupation à sa superviseure. Cette dernière est ensuite venue à notre table pour nous faire part des démarches déjà entreprises dernièrement, le problème étant connu. Nous sommes absolument compréhensibles sur le fait que c'est une situation qui nécessite un temps de résolution longitudinal. Néanmoins, de nos expériences antérieures à d'autres restaurants de plus haute gamme, c'est la toute première fois que nous avons été exposés à un problème de cette nature & de telle étendue. Par ailleurs, l'espace est également un peu étroit entre les tables, ce qui faisait en sorte que nous pouvions entendre l'intégralité des conversations de nos voisins de table. Enfin, si vous êtes sensibles au va-&-vient continu des piétons & aux lumières clignotantes des voitures (ex: gyrophares de voitures de police), nous vous suggérons de ne pas vous asseoir face aux fenêtres. En effet, celles-ci donnent sur la rue immédiate & les rideaux laissent transparaître les ombres ainsi que les lumières. Pour conclure, cet avis ne reflète uniquement que notre expérience & notre appréciation personnelle. Il se veut informatif & constructif.
A Tantalizing Experience. Bouillon Bilk is a must for those who seek an experience like no other. If you are willing to play with different flavours & textures I would highly recommend their tasting menu. An incredible assortment of dishes, uniquely curated to highlight nothing but pure flavour. We left not only satisfied but excited to have experienced such a remarkable set of flavour combinations. We will be back.
Sep 19, 2024
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It is one of the best restaurants I have been to in my life. The service was impecable, & our waiter & other staff were all very friendly, knowledgeable, & professional. The food was out of this world, every bite bursting with flavor, & the dishes were beautifully presented. I would 100% return, & I am looking forward to my next visit.
This is one of the best tables in Montreal & I stand by it - I've been dining at Bouillon Bilk for almost 10 years. If you like scallops, their version is a classic for a reason. Always perfectly cooked & paired with seasonal vegetables. Keep the bread to pick up all the delicious sauces that come with the dish. All the other entrees & main are good, creative & beautiful to look at. The service is premium - I never got a bad wine pairing with my meal. I highly recommend!
Top shelf restaurant with a great tasting menu, they even have a wine pairing menu for each course! Super delicious & little pricey but no complaints we had a lovely time & were full after our tasting they time the courses perfectly.
Sep 9, 2024
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I've done the 8 course meal with the wine pairing twice at this place. Each time it's been an incredibly memorable experience & a gastronomic delight. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Quelle belle expérience que d'avoir mangé au Bouillon Bilk. Tout était merveilleux, en passant par le service courtois, poli & amical par l'excellence de chaque plat servi. Mon mari a pris les raviolis & moi les pétoncles. C'était PHÉNOMÉNAL. Ils ont même souligné mon anniversaire avec un petit chocolat & une chandelle. Nous vous recommandons fortement cet endroit qui vaut grandement la peine d'être connu. Nous reviendrons assurément!
As soon as you go through the doors of the restaurant, you're greeted with a fishy smell. It smelled like this in the entire venue. Service was great but food, I would pass on this place. Overrated.
Sep 1, 2024
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Excellent dining experience. Very elegant atmosphere & exquisite tasting menu. The food quality & wine selection are top notch! Highly recommend eating here once if you can.
It was our first time going to a fine dining restaurant like this, & we were very happy with the service, food & atmosphere, & their attention to detail is exquisite, They were very attentive to my allergies as we couldn't order from the taste menu due to my long list of allergies, we did the a la carte & the food was delicious, I would love to go again & Highly recommend this restaurant
I had an amazing dining experience at this restaurant! The food was exquisite & Jason was so professional & kind, with every dish perfectly prepared & beautifully presented. The ambiance was elegant yet welcoming, & the professionalism of the staff truly stood out. They were attentive, knowledgeable, & ensured that every detail was taken care of. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking to enjoy a top-notch culinary experience in Mtl. I will definitely be returning!
Aug 27, 2024
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Exquisite food with great services! I am glad to try it out the first time they moved to the new venue. Hands down one of the best restaurants in Montreal
