Blandino is a neighbourhood Italian inspired seasonal bistro, bar, and patio that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as take out. Its name pays homage to Carmelo Blandino, a Montreal based artist whose work adorns the side of the building. Atelier Zébulon Perron created a nostalgic yet contemporary design that changes as the day progresses. The atmosphere allows for a comfortable corporate lunch meeting or a casual cocktail amongst friends. Come in for a quick coffee, a meal, or an aperitivo. Delivery is also available.
Overall, reviews describe Brasserie Blandino as a lively, welcoming place with a warm vibe and a strong drinks program, where service is frequently professional, attentive and friendly and the atmosphere works well for groups, families or a casual night out. The food is often regarded as good to excellent with Italian inspired dishes, notably pizzas and gnocchi, and many meals are described as flavorful and well prepared, though some experiences note portions that are too small for the price or dishes that taste reheated or overly salty. Vegetarian options are sometimes limited and veal stock appears in several pastas, prompting calls for more variety and clarity about ingredients. Noise levels and busier nights can make conversations difficult, and there are occasional service hiccups such as slow timing or delays with checks, while other visits highlight consistently courteous staff and prompt wine and cocktail recommendations. Value is seen as variable, with some guests enjoying solid quality for the price and others feeling overpriced for the portion sizes. Overall Brasserie Blandino is viewed as a dependable go to for meals and celebrations, with many confirming they would return to enjoy the hospitality and atmosphere provided the kitchen and service are in sync.
Quite underwhelmed. Food was a-okay...... Second visit - business lunch - & much better experience! Attentive & efficient service. Ordered blanca pizza - was excellent. Will come back.
Nous avons été servis par Camille lors de notre visite au restaurant avec un groupe, & le service a été exceptionnel. Malgré le fait que nous étions plusieurs, elle a tout géré avec beaucoup de professionnalisme, d'efficacité & de bonne humeur. Elle était attentive à chacun, rapide & toujours souriante.
C'est vraiment agréable de recevoir un service aussi attentionné quand on est en groupe. Merci Camille pour ton excellent travail, nous avons passé une très belle soirée grâce à toi. Je recommande sans hésiter !
Mar 11, 2026
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From beginning to end, the service was exceptional.
The food is amazing!
Benjamin, the General Manager, personally checked in to ensure our experience was outstanding, & his leadership & attention to detail were evident throughout the evening.
Felipe delivered impeccable service: warm, efficient, & consistently attentive without ever feeling intrusive.
Thanks to both of them, our visit was truly memorable. Muchas gracias, con muchas ganas de volver a verlos.
Amazing experience at Blandino. Went there with a couple of friends, the atmosphere was vibrant yet refined, the food was delicious & the service truly elevated the night.
Benjamin, the GM, personally checked in to make sure everything was perfect. Felipe delivered impeccable service. Very friendly, efficient, & attentive. They both made the experience memorable, & I'll definitely be coming back. ¡Muchas gracias!
From start to finish, the service was top?notch. Benjamin, the GM, personally checked in to ensure we were having a great time-his leadership & attention to detail really show. Felipe provided impeccable service: friendly, efficient, & always attentive without being intrusive. They both made the experience memorable, & I'll definitely be coming back. ¡Muchas gracias, con hartas ganas de volver a verlos!
Amazing experience! The food was excellent from start to finish, & the service was quick & attentive. A huge thank-you to our server Oscar, who was absolutely wonderful - friendly, professional, & thoughtful. We also really appreciated the great accommodations for our baby, which made our meal even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Nov 9, 2025
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The food presentation was good, the price is a little high for the quantity, I must say the only comment is go a little easier on the salt. Order calamari's & they would be amazing if salt was a little less. Friend ordered the stake with fries & it was the same with the steak a little on the salty side, the câpres salade same. Atmosphere was nice, only comment is when patio doors are open only humidity comes in, it would be nice to have fans going & towards the end of the day the music was a bit loud that we were having a hard time trying to talk with our colleagues. Waitress was super friendly & attentive!
This type of commentary is what one might call disingenuous & inflammatory, the kind that does more to tarnish reputations than to offer constructive criticism.
As someone who visits this restaurant almost daily whether during my lunch breaks or in the evenings with friends. I feel compelled to provide a truthful account of what I consistently experience here.
The manager, Ben, is not only warm & welcoming toward customers, but also remarkably respectful & attentive to his staff. In fact, I've witnessed countless interactions between him & the team, & what stands out is the genuine camaraderie & mutual support they share. This is not a cold, transactional work environment. it's a place where the staff genuinely enjoy working together. They even organize team outings & social gatherings, which is hardly the sign of a toxic or disrespectful workplace.
Your review, on the other hand, seems deeply personal & frankly, selective in its outrage. You gave the food a 5, the service a 5, & yet awarded the restaurant only 1 star, citing a supposed incident that no one else seems to have witnessed. That contradiction alone is puzzling. If the service was truly'excellent,' then how does it align with your description of an unprofessional & hostile environment?
To me, & likely to others who read this, it appears less like a genuine concern for employee well-being & more like an attempt to target an individual by publicly harming their reputation. & perhaps more troubling, it disregards the broader consequences of such claims: the impact they may have not only on this business, but on the livelihoods & mental health of the people who dedicate their days & nights to making this restaurant the welcoming space that it is.
I cannot speak for what you may or may not have witnessed in passing, but I can speak for the consistency of my experience here, which has always been marked by professionalism, kindness, & dedication from the kitchen staff to the servers, & yes, from Ben as well.
A single comment, especially one with such emotional weight, should be made with care & truthfulness. Anything less does more harm than good.
Jun 27, 2025
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Our server, AJ, went above & beyond to make the experience truly memorable with his attentive & friendly service. Highly recommend this spot for a great dining experience! Be sure to ask for AJ!
Overall a 3.5 due to the food. Had the salmon (fish of the day) & burrata starter. Lacked some seasoning or at least the offer of Fresh cracker pepper would have probably made the entire difference. Presentation was good & so was the food portions. The place is nice with parking convenient underground & nice lighting. Not too loud either & the overall ambience was good. Tiramisu was great & they mentioned it was large but when it came it was really a piece for 2-3 people. The staff working the night were extremely helpful & attentive. Style of restaurent is different & welcoming compared to the rest in the area . Good spot & I would give it a second chance as the food wasn't terrible but it just needed a slight kick more & easily a 4*.
Oct 8, 2024
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Went to Blandinos Brasserie located in the Hilton Hotel on the Decarie Blvd for dinner with friends. The restaurant in the evening has a relaxed low light ambiance with lots of varied seating arrangements. The service was prompt, attentive & very friendly. As for the food itself, I had the Malfadine con Ragu which was one of the best I've ever had, as well as being generously portioned. All in all 10/10 highly recommend.
We had an amazing meal & very attentive service with great cocktails. Hassle free indoor parking is a bonus! The mushroom tagliatelle is a must, made from fresh pasta in house & the focaccia was a pleasant surprise with its house whipped butter! Will definitely be going back!!
Chill & lively atmosphere, attentive staff & delicious food - ❤️ presentation
They had a power outage yesterday, as did most of Montreal.
They kept us informed by text & were gracious when we arrived.
The Burrata salad was divine, has berries in it ;)
The tomato soup was creamy & the meatballs were polished off in minutes.
The Basilicata cocktail yummy & refreshing. If you like sweet, ask for it to be sweetened.
Thank you for a beautiful evening.
For our second dinner at Blandino's we sampled a bit more widely than our first visit. The dinner menu is small but interesting. There is something for most tastes. The quality of the pastas was outstanding in contrast to the secondi which was less impressive. Service was friendly, attentive & not at all oppressive although the lead waiter's suggestion to my wife that she add truffles to her wild mushroom penne without telling her that it added $25 to the price of her dish smacked a bit of upselling. Dessert was memorable & the espresso very authentic. This restaurant is large & music is loud so it is not the place for a quiet or intimate evening. I do feel that despite great food & great service it is not great value. Not all of us had three courses & only two had wine yet our tab averaged $80 per capita before the tip. For a meal where three of the four main dishes were pasta, the bill seemed excessive.
the salad I had did not have goat cheese but blue cheese,, which was disappointing because I was under the impression it came with goat cheese...my friend had the gnocchi she said it was good....we were disappointed that no bread comes with the meal....the waiter was efficient & attentive..it would be nice to have a few more meatless dishes....over all 3.5/5
