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Buvette Nicole
Wine Bar Top Pick

Buvette Nicole

Neighborhood bar
Old Montreal
4.6$$ & $$$
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Buvette Nicole Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
BistroFrenchPastaBuvetteBrunchGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of wines
Located in the heart of the Old Port of Montreal, Nicole Buvette du Quartier offers you an exceptional French bistro experience.

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Reviews for Buvette Nicole

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on Google4.5 (200+)
*as of 2026-02-15
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Review Summary

Buvette Nicole offers a warm, intimate atmosphere in Old Montreal with a welcoming, attentive staff and a menu that many reviewers describe as refined yet comforting. The dining experience is highlighted by crowd pleasers such as tartare de boeuf, a sublime cheese fondue, Brussels sprouts and magret de canard, and standout dishes like duck breast and gnocchi with black garlic, while the French onion soup is frequently praised as among the best. The venue is also celebrated for its brunch, lively bar scene, and strong wine and cocktail program, with memorable pairings and creative off menu cocktails noted by guests. Some visits mention exceptional service and genuine neighborhood vibes, while others point to occasional hiccups such as long waits, reservation mixups, or price concerns, though many feel the generous portions and overall quality justify the value. The space is described as charming and chic, with options for outdoor seating and a bustling yet cozy interior that invites lingering, making it a go to spot for friends, families, and couples alike.
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le boeuf bourguignon était excellent!

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

Came here for a drink before our reservation at gibbys. Tried the octopus & tartare had a couple of very well mixed drinks. Food was delicious. We will be back

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

Super restaurant, delicious food & good service

Feb 3, 2026
on Google

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!

Jan 29, 2026
on Google

Friendly staff, good food at a reasonable price... I will come back..

Jan 27, 2026
on Google

Beautiful atmosphere, great & fast service, waiter was very kind & funny, food was great, we were satisfied

Jan 26, 2026
on Google

Wonderful atmosphere with amazing food. The staff were so lovely , I went in on one of the coldest evenings in a long time & they were gracious & kind, the food was memorable. I will carry great memories of my experience for a long time.

Jan 25, 2026
on Google
1.0

D'abord, il est censé avoir un happy hour jusqu'à 18h sur des boissons sélectionnées. Nous commandons à 17h40 & le serveur nous dit aucunement de quelles boissons il s'agit. Nous avons pris la fondue au fromage. Côté quantité, il nous restait la moitié des légumes & le fromage on l'avait terminé. Sincèrement on a été plus que raisonnable, on n'a pas non plus pris tout le fromage pour un légume, mais une fois dis au serveur comme quoi qu'est-ce qu'on fait tous les légumes restants? Est-ce qu'on pourrait avoir d'autre fromage? Il nous a seulement offert de racheter du fromage.... c'est à vous de servir les bonnes portions: soit mettez moins de légumes, soit mettez plus de fromage.. Ensuite, lorsqu'on a pris notre premier verre de vin à 8 oz, le serveur nous a dit oh oui vous prenez huit onces c'est un bon verre de vin ça devrait vous durer tout le repas. Quand on a voulu recommander du vin, on a été jugé par le serveur en disant: juste vous dire vous avez vous avez pris plus qu'une bouteille de vin... & il est revenu pour dire bon je vais vous servir de l'eau vous en avez besoin bref un peu sexiste ou nous infantilisant... bref service mauvais... la bouffe sincèrement était bonne. C'est dommage parce que c'est un beau restaurant, ça pourrait vraiment être extraordinaire, mais côté service, le prix s'envole valait vraiment pas la chandelle

Jan 22, 2026
on Google

Expérience très agréable lors de l'heure du lunch. Service rapides, serveurs gentils & bonne ambiance. Mention spéciale au tartare de boeuf du menu midi, le meilleur. Merci à Sheldon & à toute l'équipe 😊

Jan 19, 2026
on Google

Superbe endroit il faisait très froid quand on est arrivé mais l ambiance nous a très vite réchauffé. Bravo à toute l équipe & surtout à très bientôt

Jan 16, 2026
on Google

fondue originale dans le vieux Montreal servis avec croûtons, brocolis & choux fleur a tremper dans le fromage..
vin de qualité & super service, merci en particulier au saint Martinois.
a faire entre amis ou en famille.

Jan 5, 2026
on Google

One of the best French Onion Soups I've ever had. Attentive service & it's located right in the Old Montreal core.

Jan 5, 2026
on Google

Nous avons adoré notre soirée à la Buvette Nicole.
Le barman était vraiment très sympathique & ses cocktails excellent!
Service impeccable & très bonne nourriture!

Jan 4, 2026
on Google

Everything was amazing! We got the cheese fondue which was great. The best one was the chicken dish though! Must-try

Jan 1, 2026
on Google

My friend & I booked a table for 1pm & we arrived on time. It was to our surprise when they told us that we had to sit at the bar waiting for the table because another reservation took ours. Servers were really nice & the food was good. At the end of the lunch we got asked to leave immediately right after paying. We felt this was odd & rushed especially given the mistake with our reservation. I wonder if they would have asked this of an older group as well?

Jan 1, 2026
on Google
5.0

Superbe ambiance & très bon service. Les plats sont trés bien présentés & faits. Nous y avons passé un excellent moment.

Jan 1, 2026
on Google

Très beau moment passé à la buvette, service chaleureux & rapide! Ambiance chaude & conviviale, repas délicieux! Le choux de Bruxelles sont à essayer, tout comme le magret de canard!

Jan 1, 2026
on Google

My husband & I came here for breakfast with a reservation. We arrived about 10 minutes before they opened at 11, & the server was very kind to let us in early. Within an hour, every table was filled, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation.

Service: The service was excellent. Our server was friendly & professional, explained the menu clearly, & checked in regularly. He managed all the tables efficiently & made sure every customer was taken care of. Both the server & another staff member consistently refilled our water, which we appreciated.

Food: The French toast was absolutely delicious, with a soft texture & just the right level of sweetness from the light cream & sauce. The Croque Monsieur was generous with ham & overall quite good.

Environment: The space was cozy with nice décor. I did take one star off due to the tight seating. The chairs were on the smaller side, & with winter gear, space was limited. I ended up eating my entire meal with my purse on my lap. Perhaps offering table hooks for bags would help. When leaving, the restaurant was so full that it felt tight & awkward to put on the coats & move from our corner seat to the exit.

Dec 31, 2025
on Google

Service was generally fine, but the server made us uncomfortable at payment by questioning our tip & reacting negatively. This felt unprofessional & affected the overall experience.

Dec 30, 2025
on Google

Great service & cute spot, but the food was pretty underwhelming for the price. The beef we got had decent flavour but very salty, & the duck was low in flavour & tough. Expensive for what it was too.

The restaurant has good potential though.

Dec 29, 2025
on Google