Chez Lionel focuses on the preparation of high-quality tartares and refined comfort food within a contemporary bistro environment. The culinary approach emphasizes fresh ingredients paired with precise seasoning techniques to highlight natural flavors. Patrons encounter a menu structured around traditional bistro staples elevated through modern execution and consistent culinary standards. The interior design prioritizes functional aesthetics that support a focused food-centric experience for all individuals. Texture and balance define the signature dishes, particularly the hand-cut tartares which serve as a core element of the establishment. This venue maintains a rigorous commitment to consistency and quality across its diverse selection of plates. The atmosphere remains centered on the act of consumption, ensuring that every dish arrives at the table meeting exact specifications for seasoning and presentation.
Chez Lionel offers a mixed dining experience that oscillates between high-quality bistro fare and inconsistent service and execution. Many patrons praise the restaurant for its warm atmosphere, exceptional wine list, and standout dishes such as the beef cheek, tartare, and various brunch options, often noting the staff as attentive and professional. However, a significant number of visitors have expressed disappointment regarding recent menu changes, citing issues with over-salted food, smaller portion sizes, and a decline in quality compared to the past. While some diners enjoy the elegant setting for business meetings and special occasions, others report frustration with slow service, overlooked orders, and lackluster preparation of certain entrees. Overall, opinions remain divided, with long-time regulars feeling a loss of the restaurant's former uniqueness, even as new guests occasionally find it to be a delightful local discovery.
Service impeccable!
Nous avons quitté le Novello durant notre réservation, car après 1h nous avions reçu 1 drink & nos huitres.
Chez Lionel nous ont tout de suite trouvé une table sur leur terrasse, & notre serveur 10/10!
Je recommande 3x plus que le Novello! Nourriture excellente en plus de ça.
Etant des habitués de la place depuis longtemps. Baisse importante de qualite. Les quantites sont minuscules pour les tartares. Salades cesar a 15$ minuscules. Pates sans gout. A eviter malheureusement!
Nous sommes des clients fidèles depuis longtemps & chaque fois que nous y allons dernièrement ce n'est jamais pareil
-raviole avec le canard maintenant en extra, sec sur le dessus, manque de sauce. Le goût est différent
-tartare en entrée désormais une mini portion, on voit le fond de l'assiette, nous avions trop de croûton pour le tartare !
-coquille St-Jacques arrivée non gratinée, semblerait-il que c'est un extra !
-crème brûlée en moton chaude
-la salade pomme verte ne goûte pas du tout la même chose
Les prix montent, les portions diminuent, service ordinaire
Décevant de fois en fois
Nous ne retournerons malheureusement plus
Jai pris pris un tartare de boeuf & un tartare de saumon. Je suis habitué de manger des tartares de 80g & c'est GARANTI qu'il n'y avait pas 80g dans les tartares. Pour 18$ en entré 3 bouchés c'est rire du monde. 36$ total pour au final être obliger d'aller me chercher quelque chose d'autre a manger ailleur. C'est bien beau l'inflation mais faut pas rire du monde.
We visited as a large group for a birthday celebration & were disappointed to find that many of the menu items we wanted to order were unavailable. It's surprising that a restaurant would run out of several of its most popular dishes on a Saturday night, especially during peak service hours.
Our waitress was friendly & did her best, so this is not a reflection of her service. However, after spending approximately $150 per person on food, wine, & drinks (12 people in total), the compensation offered for the limited menu availability was a single complimentary shooter per guest. Unfortunately, it felt more symbolic than meaningful & did little to address the disappointment.
I understand that unexpected situations happen, but strong customer service is often measured by how a business responds when things don't go according to plan. In this case, the gesture did not match the level of inconvenience experienced by our group & left us feeling undervalued as customers.
I was hoping to leave with a more positive impression, but unfortunately, this experience does not encourage me to return.
Quelle charmante soirée ! le service était impeccable, serveur très avenant & aimable, la nourriture excellente, nous avons pris le turbot & la joue de boeuf & que dire des entrées ! choix de vin très intéressant. Nous recommandons sans aucune hésitation.
On y revient encore & encore...
Excellente option pour un lunch fancy mère-fille. Les plats sont savoureux & le service est attentionné. Pavé de saumon mi-cuit délicieux dans une sauce crémeuse aux épinards 😋 & un verre de vin recommandé par la serveuse, qui n'était pas sur la carte, selon la description de mes goûts.
