The Hermitage Museum in Saint-Petersburg is world famous. Real gourmets also remember the Hermitage (Ermitage) restaurant in Moscow. It is there, at the end of the XIX century, that French chef Lucien Olivier invented his renowned Russian salad.
Ermitage restaurant in Montreal keeps both traditions: the artistic atmosphere of the Saint-Petersburg Museum and the refined cuisine of Moscow famous French restaurant.
Ermitage offers an authentic Eastern European dining experience with many dishes made in house, from bread to dairy, and a warm, intimate atmosphere that feels both cozy and refined. The menu blends world famous classics with signature specialties, including pelmeni, beef stroganoff, chicken Kiev, and delicate desserts like medovik, all crafted from high quality ingredients. Service is consistently attentive and friendly, and the setting combines quiet elegance with a welcoming, homey vibe. The restaurant earns high praise for its remarkable flavor, thoughtful touches, and good value, making it a standout choice for occasions or a special night out.
The restaurant has a warm & welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable as soon as you walk in. It is a cozy Russian restaurant in Montreal that can accommodate around 30 to 40 guests, giving it an intimate & friendly feeling. The decor is unique & elegant, with golden mirrors, beautiful paintings, & many vintage decorative pieces that create a rich & memorable ambiance.
One of the most special things about this place is that the owners & waitresses have brought many personal family items & souvenirs to decorate the restaurant. These old pieces add charm, history, & authenticity to the space, making it feel more like a family home than just a restaurant.
The food is delicious, full of authentic flavors & prepared with great care. The waitresses, Gala & Nana, are incredibly kind, generous, & attentive. They truly take good care of their customers & make everyone feel appreciated & welcomed. The combination of excellent food, beautiful decor, & warm hospitality makes this restaurant a wonderful place to visit.
This place was absolutely incredible. The food, the service, the music, the ambiance. The decor was also very beautiful...This restaurant feels like home.
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Ermitage is one of those places you almost want to keep to yourself. It feels like stepping into a cozy, candlelit home-quiet, warm, & a little nostalgic.
Everything is homemade, & you can really taste it. The food is rich, comforting, & unpretentious, & the desserts are absolutely worth saving room for (trust me).
It's not trendy or flashy-it's better than that. It's personal, intimate, & just… special. Perfect if you want a slow, beautiful dinner that actually feels like an experience.
Ermitage est le genre d'endroit qu'on a presque envie de garder secret. On a l'impression d'entrer dans une maison chaleureuse, éclairée à la bougie - calme, intime, avec une touche nostalgique.
Tout est fait maison, & ça se goûte vraiment. La cuisine est riche, réconfortante, sans prétention, & les desserts valent absolument le détour (croyez-moi).
Ce n'est pas un endroit tendance ou tape-à-l'oeil - & c'est justement ça qui le rend spécial. C'est personnel, intime, & tout simplement… unique. Parfait pour un dîner lent & agréable qui devient une vraie expérience.
Such a great experience-Nana & Galia were incredible. We felt so well taken care of, we came back the next day. The soup with homemade pasta & mushrooms was so comforting, loved the little pierogi on the side, & the braised goose leg with cranberry sauce & grilled vegetables was absolutely delicious. We finished with blinchiki au fromage for dessert-light, sweet, & the perfect ending.
I had such a wonderful experience at Ermitage yesterday. I came with my partner, & from the moment we arrived, everything felt special. The food was absolutely delicious - we were served a variety of dishes, each one tasting like it was made with care & love, just like homemade cuisine.
The service was outstanding - attentive, warm, & truly welcoming. It's hard to even find the right words to describe how impressed we were.
& the dessert… absolutely unforgettable. The crepes with cottage cheese were simply incredible - the perfect ending to a perfect meal.
What made the evening even more memorable was the lovely woman who served us. At the end, she kindly took the most beautiful photos of us from outside the restaurant, capturing us sitting together inside in the evening light. Such a thoughtful & unique gesture that we will always remember.
A truly magical experience - we will definitely be back.
Ermitage is a beautiful, quaint spot in an upscale neighborhood serving SPECTACULAR Eastern European food. The atmosphere is quiet, cozy, & feels like home. The place is run by a married couple - she serves tables & he cooks. Both are excellent at what they do. All the food, down to the bread, butter, sour cream & jam for dessert, is completely homemade. If you don't believe me now, you will after your meal! Everything on the menu is scrumptious & portion sizes are perfect. For those unfamiliar with Russian/Ukrainian cuisine, I recommend the Russian Appetizer to start (see attached photo). For mains, consider classics such as Pelmeni (dumplings), Chicken Kiev, Beef Stroganoff, & whatever the server recommends as the nightly special. For dessert, I highly recommend the Blinchiki (crepes, but better!) Medovik (cake), Varenniki (dessert dumplings), & their homemade ice cream. Definitely coming back here ASAP. Priatnogo Appetita (Bon Appetit)!
What a beautiful little gem of a restaurant! The atmosphere, the food (we tried the tasting menu), & the incredibly friendly & lovely owner made our experience one that we will not soon forget! I highly recommend the Hermitage Restaurant!
Had an amazing dining experience! The ambiance was romantic, the food was fresh & delicious, & the service was flawless. Everything was spotless & beautifully presented. Perfect for a special night out- highly recommend!
Closed for a private party & offered us all the menus, not just a small group menu. Servers were incredible, funny, kind & attentive. Tasting menu was insanely good, with beautiful presentation, & fresh flavors. Their homemade butter is the best I have EVER had! Would def go back!
Simply put - top notch. Nicely decorated, welcoming atmosphere, delicious & good sized portions food, beautifully presented. Additional compliments for the overall service, Galina, many thanks to you! Will be back.
It was a very pleasant surprise discovering this gem in Montreal. The menu was written in three languages; French, English, & Russian. It brought back tastes of childhood growing up in the country. The decor was beautiful to admire during our visit. The bread served prior to the meal was deliciously hand made. The service added a very family welcoming feel adding to the taste of the food.
May 5, 2024
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Beautiful restaurant! Relaxing Atmosphere. Amazing & Attentive Service! Homemade Eastern European cuisine. 5 stars! I Definitely recommend! I was impressed from the time I walked in, to the time I left.
Get transported to another time & place! Where you are welcomed with warmth & attention. The food is delicious & so lovingly prepared. The service is impeccable & you know that so much attention & care has gone towards your beautifully presented meal. This beautiful place will be on repeat for us.
This is a delicious & beautiful restaurant & very nice server! We had the set dinner, & you can sample all their house made offerings. The fish is really beautiful. We will be back
