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.
On a recommendation from both the hotel concierge & a a sweet server from another pub, we chose Buvette Nicole.
Made a reservation, since it was a busy weekend.
Greeted by Jordan, literally a ROCK star of the house. His recitings of the dishes were all poetry worthy!
Started with Wine by the glass, fairly priced & a nice pour.
Table was a bit tight but the whole place was abuzz, good music & nice vibe - for sure.
The menu is delicious sounding just to read.
We started with the mussels appetizer.
NDUJA & MOULES - Plump mussels on toast with fried capers & the Nduja paste.
Life changing flavors. We were amazed at how all the ingredients melded & were just perfect. Cannot say enough about this dish.
Main course was the Bavette steak. Also super flavorful & a wonderful salad with it.
The dessert was a chef's special. A cheesecake style mousse with amazing cookie crusts mixed into raspberry sauce. Heavenly. Truly world class ending to a wonderful meal.
We went back the next night just to say hi & how much we enjoyed it, since it was that good.
One of the best experiences ever - here.
A true gem in Old Montreal ✨
Beautiful ambiance, incredible food-& Adam at the bar? Absolute standout. Charming, attentive, & his recommendations were chef's kiss.
Mar 29, 2026
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Incredible meal, start to finish! Amongst our group, we had the salmon, bourguignon, hunter chicken, & steak dishes & all said they were some of the best meals of our lives. Finished off with dessert - espresso brownie & a dolce de leche cheesecake - delicious way to end. Andrew was super friendly without being pushy or intrusive & gave great recommendations. Thanks again for a tasty final meal for our time in Montreal!
I don't easily give 5 stars but Buvette Nicole was quite wonderful. Jordon & Andrew, both exceedingly handsome, made great recommendations & our dinner was superb. The duck breast was fantastic. The Brussels sprouts with lardons, almonds & honey were the best I have ever had. Thank you for a wonderful evening!
Great place to grab a bite in Montréal! We sat outside & enjoyed great weather. Our server was friendly & made great recommendations. We tried the Beef Tartare, Gnocchi, & Roasted Chicken & everything was excellent.
My wife & I were looking at the menu outside, when Andrew, our soon to be host & waiter pulled us in with his smile & friendly nature. After giving us recommendations we finally ordered. The food was excellent (especially the deconstructed cheesecake) however, what truly made the experience unforgettable was Andrew, who delivered AAA service, something I genuinely haven't experienced since before COVID. He was attentive without being overbearing, genuinely friendly, effortlessly funny, & clearly passionate about what he does. He knew the menu like the back of his hand, offered thoughtful recommendations, & made us feel like we were the most important table in the room. Andrew turned a great meal into an outstanding dining experience. It's rare these days to find service that feels this personal & this polished at the same time. We'll definitely be back.
Had an amazing night at buvette nicole, the staff alone made the night so memorable & will definitely come back. The food was delicious & made a great first impression on food that I've never tried before. Our server gave us amazing recommendations. Andrew was amazing best server ever!!!!
Apr 27, 2025
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We had the most wonderful brunch at Nicole, & a huge part of that was thanks to Callum, our amazing server. He was incredibly sweet, kind, & attentive, & made my bachelorette brunch feel truly special for both me & my bridesmaids. From the moment we sat down, Callum made us feel so welcome & cared for - it was like being served by a good friend.
His calm, warm energy was the perfect complement to such a fun day. Oh, & the food was absolutely delicious, too! Everything was perfect.
Thank you, Callum, for adding so much joy & making great recommendations. We're so grateful!
Really nice place with friendly helpful staff, great food & good prices. The atmosphere is really nice & staff recommendations for food were really good.
Well worth a visit.
We had an otherworldly experience at this warm & welcoming restaurant. Jordan, our server, was exceptional. His recommendations were perfect & it is evident he loves his work.
We were here earlier this week following. a recommendation from a friend. We had a very good French Onion soup & beef tartare as appetizers. Then we had the bouillabaisse -- outstanding!! -- & the duck, which was very good also. Service was delightful & place was charming. Definitely we will return next time we're in Montreal!
Jan 1, 2025
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Callum was excellent, his recommendations, charisma & service were top notch. He made us feel as if we were his only table in a packed NYE dinner service.
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.
