Reviewers describe Dandy as a stylish, bustling brunch spot with a bright, cozy, Instagram-worthy space and consistently friendly, attentive service. Standouts like ricotta pancakes and the fried chicken sandwich are repeatedly praised, often with generous portions, crispy fingerling potatoes, and rich maple or aioli accents. The menu is seen as inventive but compact, with Endless Summer breakfast, mushroom toast, avocado toast and salads earning praise while a few dishes are viewed as overpriced or not as exciting. Lines and crowds are a common weekend theme, and some guests note loud surroundings and limited seating or no reservations. Coffee and pastries are frequently highlighted as high quality, and the overall vibe is lively yet welcoming. Overall, Dandy is regarded as a top brunch option in the area, delivering memorable dishes and solid service, with most diners willing to return despite the potential for wait times and cost.
Long wait time however once inside, everything was pretty quick. The server Jonathan( I believe) was really courteous. Definitely recommend & will certainly go back.
Top notch brunch spot. This is the type of place where you should share dishes so you can try more items & mix sweet & savoury. All 3 items we ordered were homeruns: ricotta pancakes with the special garnish, mushroom toast, fingerling potatoes. The mushroom toast is notable. The mushrooms are juicy & flavourful, stacked in a giant pile.
We tried the ricotta pancake & tiramisu latte. I mean, the photo can just tell you how delicious it was. I personally like my desserts on less sweet side & this was surprisingly just sweet enough :)
This restaurant remarkable. I have frequented this restaurant on many different occasions & each time, the food is always consistently delicious. I would highly recommend it as a place restaurant.
Dec 24, 2024
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The place is really lovely & the staff is great, however, you are paying for a nice place only. My plate & my friend's were dry, nothing worth paying that amount, you could honestly do a better plate yourself easily at home. It was disapointing. We ordered the mushroom toast & the summer Dish. Maybe we should have picked panckakes, it's difficult to go wrong with that.
A creative sandwich, the miso adds a lot of layers & exotic flavours & the coffee has exceptional flavour is worth savouring for moderately addicted coffee drinkers.
Dec 11, 2024
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Awesome brunch spot in Montreal... would definitely come here again, whenever back in town. Food: Mushroom Toast - 5/5 I ordered the mushroom toast, & everyone at my table looked at it with admiration as it arrived at the table. Did I share a few bites? Yes... but did I want to? No. Just kidding, but it really is that good if you like mushrooms.. don't think twice! Pancakes - 4/5 - I really liked these, but I did think these were a little overhyped, wouldn't necessarily get it again with the mushroom toast as a different option on the menu.. the party I was with did all really like them though. Service - 5/5 - The waiter we had, I believe an Indian man, was so patient & helpful. Our table was quite rowdy in the restaurant, ordering shots during brunch & being loud, but he was so patient, kind, & helpful... hats off to this guy for dealing with all of us, haha. Ambiance - 4/5 - Nice atmosphere, & we got a round table, which was nice because we were all able to face each other & chat... it actually made a big difference, because I was meeting some people for the first time here, & I noticed that key difference with ease of socializing. Overall, great place!
Service was friendly, attentive, & efficient. Place is designed to look spacious which is nice. Food was good but nothing special, especially for the price. I would say the cocktails are the highlight. My sister was of the same opinion for her food. Sausage roll could be better seasoned, mushroom toast was good but a little sweet for some reason, lots of mushrooms though which was great. Presentation could be better, putting the egg on top everytime doesn't make for the best photos. My sister got the fried chicken sandwich & she felt it was just alright, & I agree from the piece I tasted. The pistachio matcha drink initially tasted mostly like Bailey's. Make sure to mix in the pistachio topping to get the full experience which was delicious. Tiramisu latte with Kahlua was great. They do not skimp on the Kahlua.
Dec 1, 2024
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I had pancakes, bacon & the crispy potatoes - overall VERY GOOD! 2 small critiques; i would consider adding an element of salt to the pancakes or syrup, even a touch of smoked maldon on top The pancakes were great, but flavors were falling a little flat that would elevate everything. 2nd - invest in some better quality bacon! This is cheap diner bacon. A thicker cut, or braised pork belly bacon would be more flavorful & match the menu better in my opinion. ALSO! it's a girl in the kitchen with safety pins in her ears.......TOTAL BADASS AT HER JOB! She is encouraging with her team, she challenges them, she's got an edge & not afraid to use it, all while still being respectful! If you haven't guessed it, I'm a chef & she is a gem compared to what you will typically find in the kitchen. 1 more thing, keep the floor swept where geusts can see, was a bit of an eyesore.
This place is a fantastic spot for brunch. My wife & I visited Montreal to celebrate our first wedding anniversary, & this place caught our attention. It's modern, easy to find, & offers a delightful array of brunch options. The endless summer breakfast & ricotta pancakes were both exceptional.
L'endroit & le service sont très cools. Le menu est très court ce qui est plutôt bon signe. Juste un peu déçu sur les quantités & un peu cher pour ce que j'ai mangé. Probablement que le loyer est pas cheap vu le quartie
