Chez Delmo
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Chez Delmo
Fish & shellfish offerings in an elegant space with a late-night menu & weekend valet parking.
Opens Today at 5:30 pm
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am - 3 pm, 5:30 pm - 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am - 3 pm, 5:30 pm - 11 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am - 3 pm, 5:30 pm - 11 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am - 3 pm, 5:30 pm - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 5:30 pm - 11 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Info & Location
About us
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”.
Our Specialties
Fresh Fish, Mussels, Seafood & Shrimps,
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 70 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEXFine Dining / UpscaleGood For GroupsGreat selection of winesHappy HourOyster Bar / Raw BarParking AvailableResto-BarTakeout AvailableValet
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Paying parking nearby.
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Events Nearby
Montreal International Black Film Festival 2025
Sep 24, 2025 to Sep 28, 2025
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Nick
Absolute amazing service & meal, owner was awesome as were the serves.View more
Marc
The place is very welcoming. The host is nice ! The food is fantastic. Much more better than average restaurants in Montreal. Recommended !View more
Philippe
Soirée TOP TOP TOP Merci Beaucoup & à la prochaineView more
Justin
My mother & I ate here last night & not only was this the highlight of our trip to Montreal, it became one of my favorite restaurants in just the two short hours we spent dining here. The owner, Benoit, has run the place for almost 15 years, & he & his children (both waiters/bartenders) were overwhelmingly hospitable. They shared family stories & the history of the restaurant throughout the meal, making our experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend sitting at the bar not only for a better view of the whole restaurant but also for the chance to talk & learn from Benoit (who will not pull his punches if you are American or don't finish your food 😂). The fish is also spectacular, & the combination of incredible food & atmosphere made this one of the most memorable dining experiences I've had in years.View more
Stephen
Great food, great service, & really great drinks. Really nice family owned restaurant. Highly recommend well worth the trip & money!View more
Brandi
Great ambiance, wonderful food. Came two nights in a row. Highly attentive & friendly staff.View more
William
My server William was very helpful in navigating the menu & was incredibly personable & charismatic. It was also a real pleasure meeting the owner of the restaurant. The food was delicious & the staff really made me feel at home. Loved the seafood pasta. Best gin Martini in Montreal. Will be sending people in the future.View more
Edward
It's rare to find a restaurant that truly delivers on every front-ambience, service, & most importantly, food-but this place absolutely nailed it. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt inviting, setting the tone for an exceptional dining experience.
We started with a selection of appetizers that impressed across the board. The grilled octopus had a wonderful smoky flavor, perfectly complemented by well-seasoned greens. The calamari was delightfully crispy & light, not greasy. We had the following soups: the tomato soup was rich & creamy with a beautifully balanced flavor, the lobster bisque was loaded with tender lobster chunks, & the clam chowder was indulgently creamy & brimming with fresh clam meat.
For our main courses, we tried the walleye, scallops, the Creole crab & lobster ravioli. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared & bursting with flavor. The ravioli was stuffed generously with real lobster meat & none of the usual tasteless filler (cheese). Every plate was a hit with our group.
Service was top-notch, & a big part of that was thanks to our server, William. He was friendly, attentive, & genuinely made our night better. If you're heading here, definitely ask for William's table-he's exactly the kind of server you hope for when dining out.
This restaurant has earned a spot at the top of my list, & I'll definitely be back when I'm in Montreal again.View more
David
One of the best dining experiences I've ever had. From the delicious cuisine, the incredible service & the cozy atmosphere, I would go back to Montreal from Pittsburgh solely to return to this incredible family run restaurant. Merci!!!View more
Cassius
David provided excellent service for our party of 5. First time in Montreal, & we felt very welcome. Solid drinks & fresh cuisine.View more
Galina
We had lunch here recently & can highly recommend this restaurant. Both food & service were great. Staff were super friendly.View more
Robin
Une perle rare de Montréal.
Très belle sélection de vins.
J'ai eu la morue en menu midi & c'était prolifique!View more
Emmy
Très belle expérience au Delmo. Service impeccable & nourriture fantastique !!! C'est notre 2e expérience & l'ambiance est chaleureuse.View more
Max
The most amazing experience!! Great food, the seafood platter was fresh & tasted amazing. The waiters are very welcoming, friendly, & knowledgeable about the food. Plus, really fun to see the celebrity autographs on the walls, lots of household names!!!View more
David
Good service by an eager young staff. Walleye fish was great, but the Dover sole meunière was disappointing & the comment caught the owner by surprise…he wants us to come back for another try!View more
Keith
Nothing to criticize. This is the experience you want when you eat out. Lobster ravioli comes in a modest portion so not ideal if you have a big appetite but the lobster is delicate & delicious. The Mussels & Fries were a treat. Mussels are plentiful robust & delicious & the presentation is first class. The owner is present & welcoming & our server Cedric was friendly helpful & attentive. This was our 5th or 6th visit & we'll definitely return on our next visit to Montreal.View more
Melissa
Very nice restaurant The food, the service & especially the Chef Delmo. He visited our table & was very welcoming.
We eat the Lobster Rolls & they were delicious.View more
Adrian
First time getting to experience Montreal in this way & I'm grateful we got to come to chez delmo for a great feed. Service was awesome & really made you feel warm & invited in a different city which only made the meal better! Shout out to Benoit & David for taking care with our food & experience!View more
Carl
Great place to eat. Awesome food. Amazing atmosphere & unparalled service. Had a unforgettable experience. A must if you are visiting Montreal.View more