Since 1952, Duc de Lorraine has served French pastries, seasonal cakes, viennoiseries and macaroons using traditional recipes by great French pastry chefs. Our reputation stems from our commitment to using only the finest natural ingredients. Essentially, we use the same ingredients as our great pastry chefs from generations ago. One bite will transport you into the magical world of France.
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Explore the essentials of French gastronomy, such as mille-feuille, baba au rhum, macarons, croquembouches, croissant, chocolatine, quiche Lorraine, croque-monsieur, onion soup, tartares , Benedictines, and many other French specialties.
Duc de Lorraine is widely recognized for its elegant Parisian atmosphere, stunning pastry displays, and prime location near the Oratoire Saint Joseph. Many patrons enjoy the high-quality desserts, particularly the trompe l'oeil pastries, croissants, and unique cakes, often describing them as visually impressive and delicious. The service frequently stands out, with numerous guests commending the attentive, professional, and welcoming nature of the staff. While the experience is often highlighted as a highlight of visiting Montreal, some feedback notes that the pricing is quite high for the portions provided. While the majority of guests have a wonderful experience, inconsistent service and occasional issues with food temperature or preparation have been mentioned by some. Overall, it remains a popular choice for celebrations and special occasions where guests are looking for a refined, authentic atmosphere.
Un goûter au pied de l'Oratoire Saint-Joseph, l'établissement est idéalement situé, juste au pied de l'Oratoire Saint-Joseph, dans un cadre très agréable. Le service est chaleureux & attentionné.
Les desserts & les boissons étaient bonne, mais surtout très généreux : un dessert par personne est largement suffisant tant les portions sont copieuses.
La grande baie vitrée offre une belle vue sur l'Oratoire tout en laissant entrer une belle lumière naturelle, ce qui rend le moment agréable.
Une excellente adresse que je recommande !
We had an excellent experience at Duc de Lorraine. The food was outstanding from start to finish. I had the steak & fries, which were cooked perfectly & absolutely delicious. The desserts were beautiful, creative, & tasted as good as they looked.
A special thank you to Sajjad for his friendly, attentive, & professional service. He made us feel very welcome & ensured everything was perfect throughout our visit.
The dessert presentation, complete with singing from the staff, added a fun & memorable touch to the experience. We will definitely be back on our next visit to Montreal!
Thank you, Sajjad, & the entire team for a fantastic dining experience.
Honestly the place looks amazing from the outside. We got a couple drinks there & desserts. I got the quiche & it was really bad, not taste at all. The frites very bad, I mean it's hard to make bad frites & this place has those.
The drinks are good & the service of everyone is amazing they even try to speak Spanish to us kudos for that. The coffee bean dessert not bad but nothing remarkable about it.
I mean just get a drink there after the visit of the oratoire is fine
I had heard so many great things about Duke de Lorraine, from the quality of the food to the impeccable service, so I was genuinely excited to try it for brunch, BUT…
Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to the reputation. I ordered the smoked salmon Eggs Benedict, St Joseph, a dish priced at $47. At that price point, expectations naturally become much higher. You expect something memorable, whether through exceptional presentation, outstanding flavors, flawless service, attention to detail, or simply a dish served hot & within a reasonable amount of time. Instead, after a fairly long wait, my plate arrived cold, with only the potatoes being warm. I asked for a replacement, & while the request was handled professionally, it took another 30 minutes before the second plate arrived. Disappointingly, it was cold as well. At that point, I chose not to complain again.
What made the situation even more frustrating was that the dish itself was very ordinary. There was nothing particularly wrong with it, but there was also nothing that justified either the price or the restaurant's reputation. The presentation was basic, the flavors were standard, & there was no creative touch or special seasoning that made it stand out.
One detail that left me puzzled was the three small jars of jam placed on the table. They look attractive, but no bread or pastry was served, which made them feel more decorative than functional.
Overall, I found the experience overrated for the price. The setting is beautiful, the staff are pleasant, & the dessert display is impressive, but the food simply did not meet my expectations. I might return one day to try the pastries & desserts because they looked exceptional, but based on this brunch experience alone, I would not personally recommend it as a brunch destination.
For the price we paid, food was decent, ambiance & atmosphere is nice. Service was horrendous, no one took our order for a good 15 minutes, did not get water until we ask again 30 mins in. Ordered dessert, waited 30 minutes & staff forgot about it. When we finally got the dessert it was not even the right one. Staff seems nice, just service was appalling
C'était dans le temps des dernières fêtes de Noël. J'y suis allé pour acheter une bûche de Noël que j'ai payé aux alentours de 75$. Je trouvais ça dispendieux mais elle était tellement belle & avait l'air tellement bonne que je l'ai prise pour apportez chez des amis qui me recevaient pour le souper. Je n'ai pas dit à personne où je l'avais trouvée mais ils ont deviné que c'était au Duc de Lorraine quand j'ai ouvert la boite. Car elle était vraiment belle & il y avait eu du travail de finition dessus. Mais la déception, j'avais payé cher que pour la beauté de la bûche car le goût était vraiment ordinaire & c'était l'avis unanime de tout le monde. Nous étions 8 & je suis presque certain que personne d'entre nous iront ou retourneront dans mon cas pour une bûche. Il ne faut pas tout leur enlever. Leurs viennoiseries sont excellentes & un très beau menu repas. J'y suis allé à quelques reprises pour un café & un dessert & je n'ai jamais été déçu. 😊
