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6 pm - 10 pm

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6 pm - 10 pm

Thursday

6 pm - 10 pm

Friday

6 pm - 10 pm

Saturday

6 pm - 10 pm

Sunday

Closed

Candide receives praise for a warm, intimate atmosphere and attentive service, with a strong focus on fresh Quebec ingredients and a farm-to-table philosophy. The dining experience often centers on a seasonal tasting format that changes monthly, with precise, creative cooking that highlights endives, rutabaga, halibut and other local produce, while the wine program offers thoughtful local and international pairings. Guests frequently note an open kitchen, clear explanations of each dish, and a collaborative service that feels welcoming and unpretentious. While some visits are described as outstanding and worth a special occasion, a few reviews mention occasional inconsistencies, moments of noise or slower pacing, and dishes that did not meet expectations, underscoring that the experience can vary. Overall Candide is regarded as a standout Montreal destination for terroir-driven cuisine, attentive service, and a memorable, convivial atmosphere that celebrates local sourcing and seasonal creativity.

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Vous pouvez attendre que Zagat ou Pellegrino vienne nous dire qu'on a à Montréal un restaurant de la trempe des Noma, Mugaritz, & autres hauts-lieux d'une cuisine résolument locale poussée à son paroxisme...
ou vous pouvez vous presser d'y aller, pendant qu'il n'y a encore que quelques «foodies» inconditionnels dans la salle à manger.

L'atmosphère y est magique. On a la chance d'être témoins de grand art: un travail précis, attentionné, passionné, livré de manière sincère, honnête, sans justifications, & à prix vraiment abordable.

Une seule exigence de notre part: ouvrir ses papilles pour en savourer toutes les subtilités.

Dec 2, 2015

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