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.
May 9, 2026
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Ermitage has become our go-to place for many special occasions- anniversaries, birthdays & even a wedding party. Chef Oleg & the staff are consistently attentive, & the décor effortlessly chic. It's the perfect setting for a sophisticated ambiance. The house wine is delightful, & the price is excellent value given the fine-dining feel of the candles, fresh linen & it's European-style décor. I strongly recommend this gem for any form of gathering over a nice meal &/or celebration.
J'ai adoré mon service & la nourriture! J'ai eu l'occasion de danser sur de la bonne musique après mon repas succulent (servi avec amour & connaissance par Galina). L'ambiance est excellente & la décoration très jolie. La multitude de saveurs est à partager en famille!
Ce lieu est une véritable pépite : excellent rapport qualité-prix, expérience culturelle enrichissante & accueil chaleureux. Une expérience à recommander sans hésitation.
La propriétaire, d'une grande gentillesse, a pris le temps de tout expliquer & nous a même offert une attention. On sent une véritable passion & une volonté sincère de faire plaisir.
La nourriture était délicieuse. Nous sommes venus pour les soupes & avons eu la belle surprise de découvrir une cuisine authentique & raffinée. Le restaurant, décoré avec élégance, reflète le soin des propriétaires jusque dans les détails, comme les superbes orchidées naturelles.
Sep 4, 2025
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Absolutely the best restaurant in Montreal-no doubt about it! Nothing else even comes close. It's like tasting food straight from heaven. The ambiance is a perfect mix of chic, romantic, & family-friendly. The décor adds so much charm to the atmosphere. The owner is impeccable-friendly, welcoming, & completely hands-on, making sure every detail is perfect. I highly recommend this place. Never skip it-go eat there!
J'ai découvert ce restaurant tout récemment & après ma visite, je me suis dit qu'il fallait absolument que je partage mon avis sur cette belle expérience!
Premièrement, l'endroit est très joli, bien décoré & bien entretenu! La nourriture est vraiment excellente (j'ai choisi les cailles grillées avec sauce aux griottes (des petits fruits que je pourrais décrire comme étant un croisement entre des cerises & des canneberges en ce qui concerne leur apparence & leur goût) & j'ai choisi le sorbet au dessert. Tous les plats que je voyais sortir de la cuisine avaient vraiment l'air appétissants!
Il m'était évident que le tout est cuisiné avec beaucoup de savoir faire & d'amour, & c'est pour cette raison que je tenais à vous partager mon expérience ici!
La belle qualité du service est vraiment à souligner également (service très aimable & chaleureux).
Je compte bien y retourner avec ma famille & amis prochainement afin de pouvoir découvrir les autres plats offerts au menu, & je vous recommande absolument ce bon restaurant!
Je suis aller pour l'anniversaire de ma conjointe, le service était formidable & la nourriture était délicieuse. Les prix sont abordables surtout le menu de la table d'hôte. L'ambiance est tranquille & chaleureuse idéal pour des belles discussions dans un merveilleux décors.
Nous avons été charmés par l'accueil discret, professionnel mais tout autant chaleureux. Nous avons adoré l'ambiance, tant au niveau de la musique que du décor. & surtout, nous avons très apprécié la cuisine, tant pour les saveurs délicates & raffinées que pour la fraicheur & la qualité des ingrédients.
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Went here for dinner with my Mom last weekend. The food was delicious, the prices were reasonable, & the cozy, vintage decor makes you feel like you're eating in a parlour from the early 1900s. 10/10 would recommend
Super ambiance & belle décoration! J'y suis allé pour un anniversaire & le service était incroyable, je recommande vraiment le menu dégustation, les portions sont parfaites! Déjà hâte d'y retourner!!
Expérience exceptionnelle ! Je recommande absolument ! J'y suis allée la première fois pour un anniversaire, le service était attentionné & chaleureux. La nourriture est d'une fraîcheur tout à fait remarquable & les aliments sont d'une très grande qualité, tout était simplement délicieux! La décoration du restaurant est magnifique & parfaite pour des photos. Je recommande fortement le menu dégustation. Les portions sont généreuses & grandement suffisantes pour 2 personnes. J'ai déjà hâte d'y retourner, merci encore à tout le personnel pour ce merveilleux souper.
Food: the food here is amazing. This is the single best Russian/eastern European that I've ever been too. The food was amazing & the recommendations were all spot on. I usually eat meat medium, they encouraged me that the best way for my meal to be eaten (the medallions i belive) was rare & oh boy it did not disappoint, it was one of the best meals I've eaten. I am also a huge hater of zucchini & was not going to eat it when it came with my meal, I ended up trying it & it was cooked to perfection. I split the tasting menu (witc was for two people, costed $110, gave 4 appetizers a main meal each, dessert & a drink)& everything on it was made with love & delicious. Service: The people that work at the restaurant are the nicest workers I've seen. It's clear they care about each consumer & value a nice, peaceful environment. They gave helpful truthful suggestions about what to order, made jokes with my party of four throughout the dinner, & when leaving encouraged us to take a lot of tiny candies on the way out. The service from beginning to end was amazing. Atmosphere: The atmosphere is very homey & peaceful. Though the restaurant is small, I've never had any trouble with getting a table for four. If anything, the restaurant allows for a nice personal vibe. The lighting dimmed with the light outside, it was made up of warm candle & overhead lighting. The decorations in the restaurant & wallpaper also furthered the homey feeling, it felt like going to a grandparents house. :]
Une belle decouverte à côté de l'Oratoire Saint-Joseph. La nourriture était delicieuse, la decoration splendide & le service impeccable, les employés etaient attentifs à notre groupe & connaissaient bien le menu pour nous l'expliquer. Recommandation dessert: les fraises Romanov!
We celebrated a birthday here, & it turned out to be the owner's birthday too - what a fun coincidence! The whole experience felt so personal & lively. Birthday cake & songs made everything feel extra festive. The decor is super interesting & gives the place a lot of character, & the food was genuinely delicious. It's one of those places that feels really warm & inviting. Honestly, if you're looking for a cozy spot with a lot of heart, this place is perfect.
