Chez Nick

Sheldon

5.0

If you're looking to spend your morning surrounded by the quiet hum of Westmount privilege & the scent of generational wealth, Chez Nick is the absolute pinnacle of the Montreal diner experience. I've never felt more like a character in a Mordecai Richler novel while questioning my own tax bracket.
Chez Nick has been around since 1920, & walking in feels like a time capsule-if that time capsule was meticulously maintained & filled with people who own at least three different types of cashmere.
The Coffee: Finally, a diner that doesn't serve brown-tinted water. The coffee is aggressively strong-enough to make you reconsider every life choice you've made since the 90s-yet it manages to be incredibly smooth with absolutely zero bitterness. It's the kind of caffeine kick that makes you feel productive enough to actually read the Financial Post left on the counter.
The Pancakes: I'm convinced these are actually made of edible clouds. They are impossibly fluffy & have a subtle, refined sweetness that makes maple syrup feel like an optional (but mandatory) luxury. I had to hold mine down with a fork just to keep them from drifting toward the ceiling.
The Atmosphere: Perfectly'Westmount.' You get the classic diner vibe with vinyl booths & counter seating, but with the added bonus of hearing neighbors discuss their upcoming trips to the Hamptons.
The Service: Brisk, efficient, & wonderfully unimpressed by whoever you think you are. They've been serving the city for over a century, so don't expect them to be dazzled by your presence-just enjoy your eggs & keep the line moving.
It's the only place in the city where you can pay a premium for a club sandwich & leave feeling like you've made a solid investment in your own happiness. Highly recommend if you enjoy great food & feeling slightly less wealthy than everyone else in the room.

Dec 28, 2025
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Denise

4.0

Chez Nick is a nice, cozy & small restaurant, perfect for brunch or lunch. Good was fine, & service was kind & quick.

I had the impression that something was missing in my salad, as if it was just too simple. Yet it was ok.

I also felt a little bit pushed to speak in English when I wanted to communicate in French.

May 27, 2025
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Lawrence

5.0

I went for lunch with my Grandson who was off school during study week to an'Old Faithful' restaurant that offers lots of comfort food. We were immediately greeted & seated at the counter - our choice & met with a server while we were sitting down. After about 5 minutes of perusing the menu we both decided to try their smoked meat sandwich for a change. It was nice but we kind of were expecting more in the meat. Since Nick's isn't a'Deli' in that sense of the word, we now know to go back to ordering one of their more traditional items. For me, it was more important dining with my grandson for about 45 minutes than the food we were dining on. Still keeping Nick's as a'Go To' place for a quick bite!

Feb 8, 2025
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Ron

5.0

Nick's is a Westmounr icon. I used to hang out there weekend nights as a teen. It is much more upscale now. Great brunches. I had a toasted gluten-free sandwich with tuna, alphalpha sprouts, & tomatoe. Excellent. The decaf coffee was very good & the fries were great, made from fresh potatoes. Quebec makes uniquely delicious fries

Nov 10, 2024
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Duc

4.0

Chez Nick has been feeding Westmount since 1920, & now it's feeding my soul (& stomach). This chicken pita might just have more history than my last relationship. 🥙🍟 #OldSchoolDelicious #WestmountEats

Nov 7, 2024
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Adam

5.0

My grandparents used to take me & my mom out to Chez Nick's all the time. My grandfather is no longer with us, but since we were in town, we stopped by for nostalgia's sake. The decor hasn't changed much & it doesn't have to; it's timeless. The staff were just as friendly as I remember. & the food--eggs, potatoes, & smoked meat--was really delicious. When the waitstaff learned how nostalgic the restaurant is in our family, the offered to take a photo. Thanks for a great meal!

Aug 25, 2024
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Kristelle

5.0

Top 3 of my fav places in Montreal. Don't change a thing Chez Nick!

Aug 14, 2024
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Eric

5.0

I must say that anyone who rates this place low has no idea about what good service is ... the food was a typical dinner type breakfast with what you would expect . Omelette ( nicks special ) was done well & still had some creaminess to it . What was amazing is the service , how nice these people are !!! seriously a lot of locals ( which speaks a lot about food & service ) . It's a nice & comfortable spot for a great breakfast while you kick the laptop open & check a few emails. I did not feel rushed & the coffee kept coming . Seriously , Nicks is a great little place worth visiting again & again .

Nov 17, 2023
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Laurent

5.0

If you are looking for the dinner atmosphere in Westmount, Chez Nick is the place. Traditional & well prepared dishes. Very good service.

Sep 15, 2023
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