Cadet propose une expérience culinaire raffinée axée sur des fruits de mer minutieusement préparés et des viandes saisies avec expertise. Les petites assiettes mettent l'accent sur des produits frais et saisonniers aux côtés de protéines de haute qualité, reflétant un engagement envers l'équilibre et la précision technique. L'atmosphère industrielle et ouverte privilégie l'efficacité et le design fonctionnel, s'adressant aux clients qui apprécient un accès direct à une cuisine audacieuse centrée sur l'ingrédient. Chaque plat subit une préparation rigoureuse pour souligner les textures naturelles et les profils de saveurs nets, assurant une qualité constante sur l'ensemble de la sélection. La structure du menu encourage le partage, offrant une gamme diversifiée de textures et de contrastes de température à chaque service. En privilégiant un assaisonnement subtil et une chaleur contrôlée, la cuisine maintient une attention particulière sur le caractère intrinsèque de chaque élément présenté.
Cadet propose une expérience culinaire très appréciée à Montréal, axée sur un menu créatif de type tapas à partager qui met en valeur une cuisine d'inspiration française raffinée et bien exécutée. De nombreux convives louent la qualité et la finesse des plats, notamment la morue charbonnière, la focaccia et les diverses préparations de légumes, tout en soulignant une constance dans la qualité et une atmosphère moderne et dynamique. Bien que le service soit souvent décrit comme chaleureux, attentionné et professionnel, certains visiteurs ont noté des irrégularités concernant le rythme du repas, le niveau sonore ou la taille des portions. L'établissement est largement considéré comme un excellent choix pour les sorties en amoureux, les célébrations ou les dîners avant un spectacle, bien qu'il soit fortement conseillé de réserver à l'avance en raison de sa popularité.
Industrial feel but modern also.
Not too loud but very busy, clearly popular.
Located on a less busy road, maybe questionable ongoings outside the door but you'd never know.
Kind & thoughtful service.
Great drinks.
Delicious food - shared tapas style. Octopus, cod croquets, kebabs, risotto all delicious. Other items were ok. But worth it for the experience nonetheless.
Another great spot to check out in Montreal. The service was friendly & smooth from start to finish, & the food overall was solid.
It was a delicious meal with some really fun flavour combinations. You can tell they're going for something a bit more creative & experimental with their menu, which I appreciate. The black cod was definitely the highlight. It was fresh & tender. The sauce leaned sweeter than I typically go for, but the fish itself was excellent quality.
That said, it didn't quite have that wow factor that makes a meal unforgettable.
Still, it's a good spot for sharing tapas style dishes & trying something playful. Would recommend giving it a go if you're in the area.
Great service, we were pressed for a show & they served our all food with incredible speed.
Food was mostly delicious, had the eggplant, cod croquette, oyster mushroom, Broccoli, lamb, veal cheeks, beef sirloin, risotto. Northern shrimps
Would reorder the croquette, veal, beef, broccoli & oyster mushroom
24 sept. 2025
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vibe? cozy dark & great for a date. service? 10/10. food? OH MY WORD the best!! the sauce that's on the black cod was one of the best things i've ever tasted. we paired that with their grilled focaccia! so so yummy. we got the lamb chops with the risotto. again, the risotto is probably the best thing i've ever eaten. sad to say we're from the US so we can't come here all the time!! what a gem
Conveniently located next to Place des Arts, this tapas-style restaurant is perfect before a show. Delicious small plates & great cocktails, the cod was our favorite! Friendly, efficient service made sure we got to our show on time.
I love every meal I've had at Cadet. This week was no exception. The seasonal salad (summer) was outstanding, as was the lamb & black cod, but truly everything we ordered was great! Cadet has become the Montreal restaurant I always return to during our visits
The food is superior! Definitely one of the best French restaurants in Montreal.
- Fried sea bass: the fish is fried but not oily with a very special taste. The vegetables in the dish is also very tasty. The sauce is nice & creative
- Black cod: nice & soft texture with great sauce
- Beef striploin: this is medium rare but somehow I felt that it's not tender enough
- Eggplant: newly added to the menu. Very special taste with some minced plum (fried)
- Oyster mushroom: always a fan of mushroom. & this combines with vegs & slices of pears to bring out the fresh flavor
- Beef tartare: fresh beef & well cooked mushroom
Not much to complain here. Just one note that the main courses come to the table really slow. After we finished the appetizers, it took them about half an hour to bring the main courses, which is a bit disappointing. Nonetheless it's a great experience & I will definitely revisit this place.
Found this place in the Michelin Guide. We were told 2 dishes per person would be sufficient, so we ordered 4 dishes plus a focaccia (for 2 people). This order was split into a 2 course serving, both of which took a while to arrive. Unfortunately, all the dishes we ordered turned out to be very small (except for the black cod), so the focaccia was absolutely necessary. I feel they should have recommended 3 dishes per person, as I believe without the focaccia we would have left the restaurant hungry (we didn't take dessert). The quality of the food was great, but the overall experience didn't give me the'wow' factor.
Exceptional Tapas & Wine Pairings at Cadet - A Must in Montreal
Located on Saint-Laurent Boulevard in the heart of Montreal's Quartier des Spectacles, Cadet is a vibrant & stylish restaurant that has earned its place among the Michelin-recommended gems of the city. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between casual & chic, making it ideal for a night out with friends or a pre-show dinner.
The menu features a variety of refined tapas-style plates designed for sharing. The standout for us was the black cod (morue charbonnière)-incredibly tender, beautifully caramelized, & full of delicate flavor. Each dish we tried was thoughtfully presented, with excellent attention to balance & texture.
One of the highlights of the experience was the wine pairing. The selections were expertly matched to each course, enhancing the flavors without overpowering them. It's clear that great care goes into curating both the food & beverage offerings.
For dessert, the chocolate, caramel, & banana tart was simply unforgettable-rich & indulgent without being too heavy.
The service was warm, knowledgeable, & genuinely welcoming. The staff made us feel right at home while guiding us through the menu.
In short, Cadet delivers a polished & memorable dining experience. Highly recommended for food lovers visiting Montreal.
Beautiful spot. We had read that the tables are a bit cramped so we chose to sit at the bar & it was the perfect choice. Lots of elbow room & fun to be up with the action.
We shared the hamachi, beef tartare, black cod & oyster mushrooms, as well as the chocolate tart. All but the hamachi were excellent - particularly the black cod & mushrooms. The hamachi was good, just not at the same level as the other dishes. Perhaps lacking a bit of zing for my taste.
The service was wonderful - attentive, helpful but not too much. The atmosphere is casual & elegant. You'd be as comfortable wearing jeans & a nice shirt as in business casual.
I've read others' negative comments about the size of dishes & have to disagree. We eat at sharing style restaurants quite often & found this to be very much in line -if not a bit more generous than many. Particularly with this level of culinary skill. Teh recommendation was for 4- 5 dishes between 2, & we were very content with just 4. We could have skipped dessert & been content but gave into the temptation & were glad we did!
