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Chez Delmo

Fish & shellfish offerings in an elegant space with a late-night menu & weekend valet parking.
Old Montreal
4.8$$$ & $$$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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FrenchSeafood/FishTartareMusselsRegionalGrillFish & ChipsFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of winesOyster Bar / Raw BarResto-Bar

About

It was in 1934 that Mr. Delisle and Mr. Morissette first opened Chez Delmo just up the street from where it is now. Back then it had 3 floors; a seafood restaurant on the main floor, a gaming house on the 2nd and brothel on the 3rd.

In 1964, Mr. Roland Périsset took over the operation and closed the 2 top floors.

Our menu has changed little over the past 80 years. Quality fish and seafood prepared and served in a traditional way. The house specialty is the Dover sole meunière. Our chefs take great pride in this dish, which used to be de-boned table-side, but now done just before serving. Our lobster bisque takes 2 days to create and the classic cream of tomato remains virtually unchanged for decades.

We have stayed true to cuisine classique, resisting the popular tide of nouvelle cuisine. Traditionally prepared quality seafood; unadorned and unembellished.

Over the years, Delmo has had its share of facelifts; the 18 bar-stools surrounding the granite bar are all that are left of the original 38. The iron sign outside and its original lighted tulips, were salvaged and still greet all our clients. The destruction of the original porcelain tile frieze that decorated the walls behind the bar prompted us to ask local muralist and celebrated artist, Carlito DalCeggio, to reproduce his version of the scenic garden party adorned with the verse from 18th English poet John Gay, “from wine what sudden friendship springs”.

Details

Our Specialties

Fresh Fish, Mussels, Seafood & Shrimps,

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 70 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX
Paying parking nearby.

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Reviews for Chez Delmo

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on Google4.4 (700+)
*as of 2026-07-17
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Review Summary

Chez Delmo offers a memorable and elegant dining experience in the heart of Old Montreal, frequently praised for its exceptional seafood and inviting atmosphere. Many guests highlight the high quality of the ingredients, noting standout dishes like the Dover sole meunière, seafood pasta, and fresh lobster preparations. The restaurant is widely recognized for its professional, friendly staff and a warm, hospitable service style that often makes patrons feel like part of the family. While the experience is positioned as a higher-end choice, the combination of historic charm, artistic decor, and attentive management creates a setting that many consider an essential destination for both locals and visitors alike.
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Great seafood restaurant! Top quality, fresh ingredients & generous portions. The greeting is fast & professional, the service is efficient & very friendly. Arguably the best seafood restaurant in Montreal, certainly the oldest, just a 2 minute walk from the Notre Dame basilica in the Old Port. As you come in you are greeted by one of the owners through the bar section, where you can see the original stools & lamps from the 1930s. You get the feel of a classic neighbourhood joint, full of regulars, very busy. The cocktails are very generous (6 oz martinis). They have an nice seafood tower, very festive . The seafood pasta is outstanding. The Dover sole Meuniere is the house specialty, & it's the best i've had anywhere. Also we tried lobster ravioli, which was a highlight. The staff is young, super friendly & professional, & the owners are charming. Strongly recommend, overall a great value. They offer indoor valet parking for $15

Jul 14, 2026
on Google

Une expérience absolument mémorable. Nous avons passé une soirée fantastique dans ce restaurant. L'ambiance était vraiment chaleureuse, notamment grâce à la petite lampe de table qui donnait un ton parfait à notre repas.

La qualité des plats était tout simplement exceptionnelle. Chaque assiette était présentée avec soin & le goût était au rendez-vous. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié la finesse de la préparation du poulpe, qui était cuit à la perfection. C'est une adresse incontournable à Montréal.

Jul 14, 2026
on Google

The service was adequate, could have been more attentive. The food was very bland & overcooked. For the price, the food was extremely dissapointing. There is very minimal atmosphere, they benefit from a little music, or a little louder. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant at all.

Jul 11, 2026
on Google

We had a great dinner at Chez Delmo. The steak tartare was excellent-fresh, well seasoned, & one of the best I've had. The calamari was also perfectly cooked & a great starter. They have a good wine list with plenty of options, & the staff were friendly, attentive, & made us feel welcome throughout the evening. Would definitely come back.

Jul 9, 2026
on Google

We love this place. We go to Montreal every year & this is the one place we have gone every single time. Food is great, staff is great, owner is very kind.

Jul 3, 2026
on Google

Great dinner... im very picky. My new goto place for seafood....

Jun 28, 2026
on Google
5.0

Great seafood restaurant. Nice clean decor with artistic murals, professional management. Friendly , & professional waiters. The drinks are fabulous, great bloody caesars & huge martinis. We had soups (lobster bisque) & different entrees. All were great. One of us in our party is allergic to seafood, so I mentioned when I reserved & they had planned accordingly. OveralI a memorable experience, fresh, quality food, reasonable prices on everything, even the wine. If you want the best quality this is it. The seafood pasta is the best: fresh pasta with large chunks of lobster, jumbo shrimps, scallops & huge clams, in a lobster sauce. I could eat it everyday.The tables are far apart which is nice, & there are large windows overlooking beautiful buildings. Can't wait to go back!

Jun 20, 2026
on Google

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Jun 19, 2026
on Google

Je recommande ce restaurant de très bon produits ultra frais nous avons choisi le homard je recommande absolument, je remercie Alexandre pour le service & sont professionnalisme
Une très bonne adresse à retenir à Montréal

Jun 6, 2026
on Google

Je me suis rendu dans ce restaurant un peu par hasard ; ayant entendu que c'était la bonne période pour manger du homard, j'avais jeté mon dévolu sur cette enseigne réputée de Montréal.

Je savais parfaitement ce que je voulais en entrant, ayant déjà étudié la carte. Si les douze huîtres servaient de mise en bouche, les asperges qui suivirent auguraient le meilleur pour la suite, tant leur fraîcheur & leur cuisson étaient parfaites.

C'était sans compter sur l'intervention du patron, Benoît, un vieux loup de mer, qui me fit changer d'avis pour son fameux club-sandwich au homard : tout simplement divin. Sur ses conseils, j'ai terminé ce repas par un pouding exceptionnel, conclusion parfaite à ce moment de grâce.

Ce fut un instant privilégié où tout était au rendez-vous : convivialité, rigueur & discrétion. Du service à la qualité des produits (petit clin d'oeil personnel), jusqu'à cette attention teintée d'une bienveillance feutrée qui, finalement, est sans aucun doute le plus important. Tout ceci reste subjectif, évidemment, d'autant plus que le patron tentait de me corrompre avec sa bouteille de poire laissée à ma disposition.

Mais finalement, le plus beau des compliments n'est-il pas le sourire que j'ai pu observer sur le visage de tous les clients au moment de quitter l'établissement ? Une adresse à ne louper sous aucun prétexte. Je n'aurais qu'un seul mot : merci.

Jun 2, 2026
on Google