FR
Montreal Restaurants: RestoMontreal.caMontreal Restaurants: RestoMontreal.ca

Logo RestoMontreal.ca

0
×
Loading filters...
Restaurant Top Pick

Cabaret l'Enfer

Fresh market-driven pasta crafted for those with an appetite for the bold.

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.4$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 6 pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Photo of Cabaret l'Enfer, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal - Montreal
PastaMarketCreativeFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of winesResto-Bar
Loading suggestions...

About

Cabaret l'Enfer features a menu centered on seasonal market-driven ingredients transformed through inventive culinary techniques. Handcrafted pasta varieties form the core of the kitchen output, showcasing textures and flavor profiles that shift according to local availability. The space maintains a minimalist architectural aesthetic that prioritizes the sensory experience of the meal over ornate decorations. Each dish demonstrates a rigorous approach to ingredient sourcing, ensuring that the primary components remain the focus of every plated composition. The culinary philosophy emphasizes balance and technical precision in every component preparation. This establishment serves as a dedicated platform for modern gastronomy, where the interplay between tradition and contemporary innovation defines the identity of the kitchen. Consistent attention to detail ensures that the preparation and assembly of every menu item remain within strict parameters of quality and consistency.
Loading restaurants nearby...
Loading...
5★
78%
4★
3%
3★
4%
2★
11%
1★
4%

Restaurants in Le Plateau-Mont-RoyalView More

India Rosa Plateau Restaurant
Barranco MTL Restaurant
Le Nil Bleu Restaurant
Au Pied de Cochon Restaurant
Café Cherrier Restaurant
Loading nearby events...
Loading related links...

Reviews for Cabaret l'Enfer

Food
Service
on Google4.4 (400+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
78%
4★
3%
3★
4%
2★
11%
1★
4%

Review Summary

Cabaret l'Enfer offers a unique and intimate fine dining experience in Montreal, characterized by an energetic atmosphere, punk rock aesthetic, and an open kitchen where guests at the chef counter can watch the team at work. While many patrons praise the creative, flavorful, and high-quality tasting menu, responses regarding the value and portion sizes are polarized, with some diners finding them perfectly balanced and others feeling unsatisfied. The service style is frequently described as warm, engaging, and personal, though occasional reports of slow pacing, staff training inconsistencies, or a lack of attention to detail suggest an experience that can vary from night to night. Ultimately, the restaurant is often celebrated as a fun, memorable, and adventurous destination for those seeking an unconventional and interactive culinary journey.
Page 2 of 2 - 17 Reviews

We were excited to pay a visit to Cabaret l'enfer last week after hearing so much about it. Overall, we were disappointed, the food was good (but with very few memorable dishes in my opinion) but the service was abysmal, by far the worst I've had in a restaurant at this price point in Montréal. We got there at 20:15, paid for the tuna extra so we had 8 courses. We left at 00:10, so almost 4h later. The service was excruciatingly slow, & ruined the overall experience for me. It took over an hour to get the first course. Food wise, the charcuterie board was good & enjoyable, the fatty tuna extra was also delicious, same for the scallops. The rest of the meal wasn't bad, but I'm writing this barely a week after going to the restaurant & I've already forgotten what those dishes were, so they probably weren't that good. The restaurant by itself is pretty plain, some may call it ugly. It feels cheaply put together, & not in line with the $140 tasting menu. I would not come back & recommend the restaurant to friends, there are very similar, but superior restaurants in the city.

Nov 11, 2024
on Google

Fantastic! Really enjoyed the tasting menu with wine pairings. Service was excellent from start to finish.

Oct 23, 2024
on Google
5.0

Another beautiful discovery! My wife invited me to a surprise birthday dinner to this great restaurant & we loved the experience. Philippe, Théo, (également la mixologist désolé on n'a pas votre nom) & Chef Massimo were all perfect. We took the tasting menu with wine & all the meals were delicious. Only two recommendations for improvements: 1- the AC was not working & my wife would have like to be aware before we arrived at the restaurant - we had a very humid day in Montreal (almost 37c) 2- choice of music & the volume was loud at some moments. Regardless of those 2 details, we loved our experience & we will definitely go back & try the bar experience. Thank you all! Ali&Esthe

Aug 3, 2024
on Google

Four of us had a fantastic evening yesterday which happened to be my birthday ! Staff were all excellent with a wonderful smiling service. The fixed tasting menu was amazing, great fun & not at all po-faced ! Well done Massimo - you're a complete star !

Mar 10, 2024
on Google
5.0

Tasting menu is good in quality & not overpriced. Every dish is very decent, though not outstanding. The environment & atmosphere are very enjoyable.

Jan 8, 2024
on Google

Service was top notch. You can tell they are extremely passionate about their craft here. Ambience was fun & low key. Being really honest here I had the tasting menu & I really was not wowed by the food. They tried to mix unique flavors & do interesting techniques but in terms of just pure taste it was just ok. Not really worth it imo.

Oct 21, 2023
on Google

Amazing spot in Montreal. Ran by passionate people who truly know their craft.

If you want to go all in with the tasting menu ($120) & it's wine pairing (80$)you will leave satisfied, happy & wanting to come back.

Now they have a late night short menu for those who want to be coming back often as regulars, amazing 40$ price for three courses this one is a must for repeat customers. I know I'll be coming back for more.

Thank you Santiago & the rest of the team for putting on a show last night.

Oct 12, 2023
on Google