Overall, reviews describe Buvette Nicole as a warm, intimate gem in Old Montreal with charming ambiance, attentive service, and a menu that many find delicious and well balanced, from cheese fondue and beef tartare to duck, gnocchi and Brussels sprouts, with cocktails and wine pairings praised by many guests; brunch and the happy hour are popular, reservations are recommended as weekends can be busy, with occasional longer waits or minor service hiccups noted, yet the warmth and attentiveness of the staff are repeatedly highlighted; the experience is often described as worth it for the atmosphere and the French inspired cuisine with a Canadian touch, all set in a lively yet relaxed vibe of the area.
To say we enjoyed this restaurant is an understatement. A friend & I are visiting Montreal & this place was recommend by a local. The atmosphere was very nice with dim lightening & a mix of Jazz, French, & Italian music. All the food looked absolutely delicious. We settled on the Famous Fondue for two. What a fun dish to eat! BUT the absolute best part of our night was actually our server, Jordan. He was attentive from the moment we walked in the door, a real joy. He was so funny. Even told us about the'dare' when the bread is dropped into the fondue. We had an over all GREAT experience at Buvette Nicole. Highly recommend.
In a very touristy neighbourhood this reataurant is truly a gem! Great sized space, genuinely fantastic service, delicious cocktails & very well prepared dishes at a relatively fair price - what more could you ask for?! The duck was outstanding! Highly recommended.
We were a party of 4 adults & 3 kids & had an excellent experience there. The food was extra ordinary. Had the best Gnocchi ever. The portion size was great.
The staff were super friendly. They were interacting with all the customers.
We got a lot of information about the region & specifically about Moose🫎, which was really great.
It was raining cats & dogs & the staff were willing to come with us to our car park with umbrella.
Enjoyed our afternoon there. Highly recommend the place.
Adam made a fantastic cocktail, the basil bourbon & orange! A must try!
& Callum was an excellent & attentive. Food was 4/5 stars (chicken was slightly salty for me). overall, highly recommend.
We stumbled upon this place & are so happy we did. Andrew was tremendous. Great service, great food. Would highly recommend. It was just him & the bartender in a packed place, & it was still great service. Loved the whole experience.
Jul 2, 2025
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Probably one of the best restaurants to open up in the Old Port in the last year. Food was incredible, perfectly portioned, beautiful to look at & gets better after every bite especially the salmon crudo that left myself & my fiancee (who usually does not eat/like any raw fish dishes) left us wanting more. Steven, the manager, made our experience THAT much better providing excellent service & making us feel welcome before we even sat down! All in all, highly recommended if you like small & intimate spots where you will feel like you become part of the Buvette family!
A hidden gem. Our group stumbled across this place looking for a drink. Andrew was gracious, funny & welcoming even though we weren't eating that evening & the cocktails were exceptional. Tonight we went back for dinner with our group, now 13 strong, & Andrew was as pleasant & calm with each of as if we were his only customer. Fantastic food, exceptional service. Highly recommend.
I wandered the streets of Montreal looking for a place to eat but nothing was grabbing my attention. I was about to return to my lodging when I stumbled upon this place & thought I would give it a try. What a fortuitous decision! I had one of the best meals of my life but more than that the conversation with Adam the bartender, Andrew the chef, & patrons that was so enjoyable, so engaging that I will absolutely come back the next time I'm in Montreal. I didn't have a main course but two appetizers, grilled octopus & foie gras which were heavenly. Then Andrew bought out the dessert in the photo I've included. If my life had ended right then & there it would be complete! I truly cannot recommend this charming place more highly! I know you will feel the same.
This cute cafe is such a hidden gem! The gnocchi was incredible & so full of flavor, I really enjoyed their latte as well. I loved the whole vibe of the place & the service was fast, friendly, & super attentive. Highly recommend checking it out.
Jan 2, 2025
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Delicious & such wonderful service. We had dinner there on a Friday night without a reservation. They were able to seat us without issue even though it was a fairly full & lively dining room. My husband had the duck & it was perfectly cooked. I had the gnocchi & it was delicious & perfect for a cold night. The server was particularly wonderful & offered great recommendations for the area for the rest of our stay highly recommend.
We had to privilege to have diner at Buvette Nicole, with Jordan as host ,on 20 August 2024. Highly recommendable! delightful food & the nicest service you can expect. Marjolein & Nick
Shared tomahawk steak special & charcuterie were amazing. We just stumbled on this place without checking reviews & the food, service & atmosphere did not disappoint. Highly recommend & would go again.
