Chez Delmo
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Chez Delmo
Fish & shellfish offerings in an elegant space with a late-night menu & weekend valet parking.
Opens Tomorrow at 11:30 am
| Monday | Closed Today |
| 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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Sep 19, 2025 to Sep 21, 2025
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Anitha
- excellent service throughout the evening & also on days leading up to it when the reservation required modifications - entire staff was friendly & knowledgeable - snow crab salad was one of the highlights & worth trying in season - peaceful & friendly ambianceView more
Roxanne
The Best 🥰 l'excellence le service & la bouffe 🤤 je recommande fortement 😍View more
Bianca
Venez vivre cette belle expérience culinaire! Excellent !View more
Ronald
Absolutely delicious & unexpected from the cocktails, wine, beers, starters & entree's. I truly mean that. My wife & I have traveled across 25+ countries & I come back to this one as my most favorite! Adam surprised me with his modern yet simple twist on classic cocktails & Benoit helped to encourage me to a fantastic meal. After many visits in Montreal, this is by far my most memorable restaurant/friendly experience.View more
Mike
Can't remember when I had a better meal! Seafood was awesome, service was awesome, thanks Andre!View more
Barbara
The seafood was some of the freshest seafood I've ever tasted especially the mussels! The Canadian bread pudding was spectacular!View more
U2rocks100
The pandemic has curtailed my restaurant experiences in the last two years however, I was exuberant to receive an invitation to Chez Delmo recently. It was my third event there in as many years! The atmosphere was unique, elegant & charming & the the sitting arrangements allowed for privacy as well as maximum comfort. We were fortunate to be served by William who headed the service. What an extraordinary young man! Knowledgeable, courteous, efficient, skilled, & so entertaining! The meal was mouthwateringly delicious.....had the endive salad as well as the Lobster Roll which easily rivaled those I used to enjoy in Maine. Sumptuous! The host, Ben Dessureault was assuredly an exceptional individual....inclusive, informed, witty & elegant. I urge all to partake of this experience! There are so few things that come with an assurance, & this is one of them! What a wonderful way to spend the evening!View more
Melyna
C'était pas mauvais, mais sans plus. À 75$ pour une assiette de pâtes, je m'attendais à beaucoup mieux! Le service était agréable, mais assez long.View more
Nadia
I was passing by the restaurant with my husband a few days ago & we were looking for someplace to eat with a great atmosphere. We were charmed by its looks even from the street point of view, so we decided to give it a try. & we weren't dissapointed! The ambiance of the Delmo is at the same time both class & warm, & it's exactly the type of restaurants that I like the most. Great selection of seafood, some vegetarian options too (even off-menu, you can just tell the waiter you're vegetarian & the kitchen will do something special for you) & a very good service. I recommend without a doubt & will come back for sure!View more
T
Exceptionnal night at without any doubt one of the best restaurants in Montreal. The chef is truly a master of his art! The service is great: the staff is young but devoted & has an admirable attention to details. Great vibes & an experience we won't forget!View more
Kapil
Best sea food in old port montreal!!! All their preparations are amazing, specially the lobster rolls. & the owner is super cool & really take care of his customers!! I can't wait to go back there & eat again...View more
Los
Bonne expérience, c'était très calme & le repas a très bien été. Même si c'est plus de spécialités de la mer, la pièce de viande avec frites était excellente. Cuisson & assaisonnement parfaits. Il faudrait que je puisse revenir essayer plus de plats de la carte car c'était assez limité ici avec juste un plat.View more
Pierre
Meilleur resto a Montréal pour poissons & fruits de mer.View more
Laura
We randomly stopped in for a drink & had a delightful time talking to the owner Benoit for over a half an hour- very friendly & interesting. The drinks were delicious & the tomato cream soup was incredible. Merci! Beautiful atmosphere too. We will definitely be back for dinner.View more
Star
Love the fact I can just drive up & Valet Park my 911 🤩❤️View more
Suzanne
Excellent in every aspect actually. Every dish offered on the menu is superbly done & presented. Certainly deserves a 5 stars review.View more
Guy
The scallops were excellent - the classic crème de tomate has always been great over 40 years of me going regularly to Chez Delmo! I highly recommend this restaurantView more