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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Darren
Excellent ingredients but expected more from the price pointView more
Alishia
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Chez Delmo during a visit to town for a conference, & I can't recommend it enough. A large group of us walked in unannounced, & yet, they were able to accommodate us immediately, which speaks volumes about their hospitality. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between relaxed & classy, offering a setting that is both elegant & welcoming.
Owner Benoit was an absolute delight-his warmth & charisma added a personal touch that made the experience even more memorable. Our server, David, was equally impressive. He was not only attentive & professional, but also incredibly informative, ensuring we felt taken care of throughout the meal.
Each dish was absolutely exquisite & the entire experience, from the ambiance to the food to the service, was nothing short of unforgettable. If you're ever in town, make sure to visit Chez Delmo, it's an absolute gem.View more
Xavier
Sans nul doute le meilleur restaurant en ville dans la durée! Les qualité des plats & du service ne change pas. Merci!View more
Ian
I enjoyed many good meals at the original Chez Delmo, closed now 20 years. It was a treat to visit the new Delmo's, & enjoy good fish & seafood & Malpeques properly prepared. Our waiter, Cedric, was very personable & attentive. He advised us thoughtfully about our selections & our wine. Good to see the profiteroles! Bravo à l'équipe.View more
Jennifer
What a lovely lunch we had while visiting Montreal. We were wandering in the cold & happened to blindly pop into this adorable neighborhood gem. We were welcomed by the owner & seated at the bar as requested. We had a lovely time chatting with him & his daughter. I wish I had gotten their names. The food was spectacular! Started off with a lovely cabbage salad, so fresh & the perfect amount of vinegarette to wake the palate. Next came the lobster bisque, which is so flavorful with large pieces of lobster meat. Not the thick almost gelatinous mess you can sometimes get while dining out. Their recipe is light & so velvety. Next came the lobster roll which was accomplished by a green balsamic vinegarette dressed salad & the most delicious thin & crunchy French fries. The lobster roll was outstanding! The bun was the perfect amount of soft yet toasty & buttery. It was packed with large chunks of soft moist lobster with a light creamy dressing. A little hint of onion or shallot & a whisper of cilantro. If we were locals we would be frequent guests! Already looking forward to coming back this summer!View more
Aaron
Chez Delmo was an amazing experience from the moment my wife & I stepped through their door. From the owner, to his lovely daughter behind the bar & his attentive son on the waitstaff. This was our first time in, but certainly not our last. The lobster bisque was a true delight to the palate & the lobster roll, was the best I have ever had. Fresh,firm,abundance of lobster tossed in the most perfect dressing. Certainly a must go if you're in the area, guaranteed to not disappoint.View more
Severus
Rien à dire, difficile de faire mieux en restaurant fruits de mer. Très bonne ambiance également. Merci Benoit. Rahim WestinView more
Tifany
Sérieux propriétaire vraiment gentil & agréable a parler les employés sont merveilleux & les employés sont extrêmement polie service impeccable sérieux je recommande sans hésitation merci extrêmement & votre geste était extrêmement gentil c'est sure que je vais revenir & encourager le deuxième plus vieux restaurant ouvert a MontréalView more
Jean
Accueillis chaleureusement avec le sourire par le patron. Bien installés dans une belle salle, atmosphère calme & chic. La carte est variée, avec poissons, fruits de mer & viandes. Belles cartes de cocktails & de vins. Les plats servis chauds étaient bien présentés, copieux & très bons. Mention spéciale au serveur David : très bon contact, sympathique & efficace. À recommander les yeux fermés !View more
Jude
Cozy & quaint restaurant with wonderfully friendly & engaging employees...no pretense at all & we loved our meals...seafood pasta & shrimp cocktail was delicious...husband & daughter became addicted to their bread & butter! We enjoyed the experience so much...thank you for recognizing our daughter's birthday, also!View more
Cecilia
Un excellent restaurant Un service impeccable avec le serveur au TOP! ( Gauthier je crois qui est formidable) Une expérience douce & agréable avant mon opération... Merci infiniment pour votre accueil & votre service & nous reviendrons Sans faute! Vos clients de Saint Félix de Valois !!!!View more
Youngmahn
Excellent service from staff & owner. Food is great as well. Ambiance is cozy & nice. Pancake dessert is superb!View more
S
Chosen at random due to Montréal a Table, Chez Delmo will now be a permanent fixture on my itinerary anytime I'm in Montréal. I almost melted off my chair at the first bite of veal - perfection - & the maple pudding - I was speechless. The prix fixe menu was stunning; perfectly proportioned, & the wait staff well able to make recommendations. The bar tenders have a sense of urgency & timeliness, the drinks are well made & delicious, & overall, everything comes together for an unforgettable experience I will be raving about for months. Thank you William & Benoit for a wonderful evening 😁View more
Jeff
My wife & I dined at Chez Delmo twice, while on vacation. A truly exceptional experience in all ways. The lobster bisque is to die for. Had a great time with Benoit, the co-owner, who was pleasant company.View more
Laurie
In Montreal for 1 night & Chez Delmo was recommended to us by our hotel concierge when we inquired about a local place to eat that had great seafood. The only reservation for 2 available was at the bar & we were ok with that. In the end I am so grateful we dined at the bar as David made our experience all that much better. He was very educated on the menu, made excellent recommendations', made sure his team paid attention to all the small details & had great conversation with us. It was fun watching him mix drinks & I admired his skill, so much so that I had to order a martini after watching him expertly make them. The lobster bisque was chalked full of succulent lobster in a lovely broth. We had beef tartare, which I generally hate but absolutely loved, & oysters to start. My husband had the catch of the day (halibut) while I dined on the creole crab. Everything was superb. We met the owners & heard some of the history of Chez Delmo. It is nice to see such pride in ownership. We definitely do not regret dining here & would make this a staple when we visit.View more
Craig
Really We had an issue with an item & the Owner resolved it followed up as expected - no harm no foul. But I have to say after that resolution we were treated by the waitstaff as if we had leprosy. After the table was partially cleared, we waited for someone, anyone, to check in or offer a dessert menu..finally after 20 minutes we had to go chase the server to get one. Let me say, the restaurant was less than half full, so no excuse there. The Tiramsu was good, dish cleared, & we're back to leprosy status again....waiting another 20 minutes & completely ignored again, so we chase down the waiter again for the bill. Really wanted to let the owner know how disappointed we were but he seemed to have developed a singular chatty patty focus on 2 gentlemen seated at the bar. Finally got the bill after 25 minutes..& the waiter snatched the bill from my hand. Very very disappointed in the staff. About the food, the French onion soup & lobster bisque were very good but the walleye, a flakey white lake fish, was so over salted it was nearly inedible...& that's why the food is rated a 3....The waiter was terrible, the food was just ok... Will not go back ..EVER!!!View more
Yilun
Comfortable environment with friendly staff. I love the food here a lot. One of my best dinners in Canada. Highly recommend it if you visit Montréal !View more