Celeste presents an authentic Italian and Mediterranean culinary journey, focusing on vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients prepared with traditional techniques. The menu features a curated selection of house-made pastas, expertly grilled seafood, and succulent roasted meats, each dish reflecting a commitment to quality and taste. Patrons can anticipate a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere, ideal for both intimate gatherings and celebratory occasions. The diverse offerings are designed to transport diners to the heart of Italy and the coasts of the Mediterranean, promising a memorable dining experience with every visit. Expect a refined presentation that complements the exquisite flavors.
Celeste is widely regarded as a premier dining destination in Montreal, celebrated for its stunning, elegant decor and vibrant, upscale atmosphere that creates a memorable experience for guests. While the majority of diners praise the high-quality, flavorful Italian-inspired cuisine and attentive, professional service, a minority of reviewers have noted inconsistencies regarding pacing and service speed during busier periods. Despite these occasional remarks on wait times or portion sizes, the restaurant remains a highly recommended spot for special occasions and social gatherings due to its sophisticated design, impressive wine list, and consistently delicious, thoughtfully prepared dishes.
This was a wonderful restaurant. The space was modern sleek & had a large open kitchen. Seating was comfortable & you could choose indoor or outdoor seating. The wait staff was extremely attentive. My wife & I ordered calamari as an appetizer & it was one of the best I have had. The cannellini bean dip & the pizzaiola sauce were perfect. My wife had the gnudi which were perfect little dumplings in an excellent tomato sauce. I had the linguini vongoli. The linguini was perfectly cooked served with a dozen little neck clams perfectly cooked. Overall a great experience
The service & atmosphere was amazing. Appetizers & pasta was very good.
I am disappointed however with the cowgirl steak we ordered. It was $140 & it came cold, when we told the waitress, it was returned to the kitchen to be reheated , & then returned over cooked & flavourless. For a cut of $140 I expected much better. We told the waitress that we didn't like the steak , & we were offered shots , that we didn't want. I would have appreciated a better response.
The food & atmosphere at Celeste were outstanding! My husband & I had the carpaccio appetizer, & we shared the branzino as it was a large dish. Everything was flavorful, & the branzino was especially nice as it was a delicious dish. We celebrated a special occasion & were brought a very nice dessert! Thank you so much for making the evening such a memorable occasion. We will definitely return & would certainly recommend!
Jul 16, 2026
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We had dinner here today (June 30, 2026). We had made a reservation to celebrate a birthday, but unfortunately our experience was disappointing.
The service was poor. There were long delays before both our appetizers & main courses arrived, & we repeatedly had to remind the staff to refill our water & serve our wine.
The most disappointing part came after our main course. When it was time for dessert, the server brought a dessert only for the birthday guest without asking for her preference or whether anyone else at the table would like dessert. No coffee or after-dinner drinks were offered either, which made the celebration feel like an afterthought.
The food was just okay, nothing exceptional.
Overall, it was a disappointing experience, especially for a special occasion.
Would not return. I tried several dishes from Celeste. The steak was disappointing, they serve you 6 small slices of meat & nothing else for $75. Not even a cup of fries.. the meat was bland & flavourless. The prices are steeeep. Cocktails are $26 a person. You are looking at $150 a person easily if you select an appetizer & main dish. The decor is cute, but the prices do not match the quality of the food. Do not see this place lasting
Sadly we had a really bad experience here. We came for a bachelorette that had been booked for weeks, we had to wait 20 minutes to be sat. We were not offered a drink or anything while waiting. Upon seating the restaurant was so loud we couldn't even talk to each other across the table only those beside us. Our server didn't even greet us when she came to the table just asked for our drink order & food order. Food tasted good but truly it was overpriced, $70 before tip for a pasta & small veggie side, no drinks, no appetizer. The price is unjustified with the poor standard of service. Nice ambience but that's all this place has, good looks.
Delicious food & great atmosphere! We ordered a bunch of appetizers to share (meatballs, tartare, fried eggplant, lobster salad) & I also shared a lobster & scallop risotto with my sister. The dessert was great too. Loved the panna cotta. Would go back for another special occasion!
Once once you enter the restaurant you get greeted by the really sweetest host ever. The restaurant is really nicely done it's gorgeous & the stock is also super nice & very sweet. They always make sure that everything is OK. The food was really delicious. I had the cannelloni pasta while my aunt had the mushroom pasta. We also took appetizers like calamari & the raw tuna. The calamari is really good same as the raw tuna & I really love the touch of sweetness that was inside. I'm not really a fan of cake but as dessert I took the chocolate cake & it was the most delicious chocolate cake I have ever tasted. I highly recommend this restaurant if you want a really nice time it's also kind of pricey, but the food makes up for it definitely will be coming back!
Had a great experience at Celeste. The decor & ambiance is beyond beautiful. I had an espresso martini to start & it was perfect. We shared several salads & appetizers & all was delicious. The star salad was the lobster one. Pastas & fish were also great. Will definitely return!!
