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Denise

For food or drinks. Indoors or on the terrace
Mile-Ex
4.8$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5:30 pm
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Denise Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
BistroBuvetteRegionalCreativeGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of winesWine Bar

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Reviews for Denise

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on Google4.7 (300+)
*as of 2026-04-15
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Review Summary

Denise is praised for inventive, delicious dishes in a warm, intimate setting with attentive, passionate service and a thoughtful wine and cocktail program; the menu is described as tapas style and blends influences from Japan, Thailand and France with flavors that invite sharing, and the pacing and balance of courses are widely appreciated; standout dishes include pork, magret de canard, halibut crudo and burrata, and the open kitchen and chef-owned approach are highlighted alongside good value; while some reviews note limited seating and occasionally smaller portions, the overall impression is that Denise is a standout Montreal dining destination worth returning to.
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Unusually incredible cocktails here - they have a washed mezcal bee pollen in a lowball that is literally the best original cocktail I've ever had in my life. I'm a Negroni, Vesper, Manhattan classics kind of guy, & usually regret it when I have something show offy & unusual but we ended up sampling multiple of Felicity's cocktails & our minds were kind of blown. Food was great too (snow crab bao buns with squid ink mayo was awesome!) but don't sleep on their cocktail game here! New fave spot!

Apr 18, 2026
on Google

I came here a little while ago for my birthday & it was a perfect experience! Small, intimate environment (most of the seating is at the bar with just two or so tables) & a super convivial vibe. The food was SO GOOD. The plates are shareable & have unique flavour profiles that meld very well together. The cocktails are also impeccable. Will be thinking of that stracciatella forever… 10000% recommend, definitely a little gem

Apr 8, 2026
on Google

I place fault directly with the cuties on staff for ruining my palette for anywhere else. Cocktails, plates, dessert, so on point - JUST GO ALREADY.

Dec 1, 2025
on Google

Always an amazing experience at Denise. Inventive yet unpretentious menu, in a beautiful cozy space. Our server was down to earth & really knowledgable, the food was paced perfectly, the wine selection & cocktails are awesome. Denise never misses!!

Nov 12, 2025
on Google

My sister brought me there for the first time this last summer for my birthday, & I fell in love with the place. Food, wine, cocktails, service & vibe all made me feel really good. Really, there was just nothing about my night that kind of felt off : I enjoyed all of it!

I highly suggest you be careful going there though : it feels like you're entering into another dimension where all your concerns -& good resolutions- are quickly forgotten. Be advised!

Nov 5, 2025
on Google

Wow!! Drove by this little spot one night .. said to myself this looks like it could be good . & Wow! Was I right ! 10/10! Little 25 seater .. sat at the bar . Service, food & drinks were 10/10! Owners / chefs were very friendly & passionate about their food.
Bartender/ waitress ( Stella) very nice & recommended amazing dishes . I'm on a no alcohol vibe now so they had some cool options! My wife tried some cocktails & wine & she loved it ! Will 100% go back !
Also very well priced ! We had 5 dishes, 2 cocktails, 2 glasses of wine , 2 non alcoholic beers. 150$ before tip & tax .

Oct 24, 2025
on Google

Un de nos restos préférés pour une date décontractée, on ne s'en lasse pas. Il s'agit d'un petit local en long avec la cuisine ouverte au fond. L'ambiance est très cool & invitante. On y mange des petits plats soigneusement travaillés, les saveurs sont toujours au rendez-vous. La cheffe est adorable & vient souvent servir un plat avec le sourire. Les vins & cocktails sont tout aussi soigneusement choisis. Le service est amical, attentif & relax. Ce resto, c'est un petit bijou.

Jul 23, 2025
on Google

This place is really a small gem in the neighborhood where you can come rediscover every time they change their menu once in a while. The selection of cocktails was great. I really loved their margarita of the moment that had a summer feeling to it. Strongly recommend booking in advance since it's quite small.

May 26, 2024
on Google