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 is widely celebrated as a cozy, authentic gem in Montreal that offers an exceptional Eastern European dining experience. Guests consistently praise the high quality of the homemade cuisine, noting that everything from the bread to the desserts is prepared with remarkable care and love. The atmosphere is frequently described as warm, elegant, and nostalgic, feeling more like a private home than a traditional restaurant. Furthermore, the service is consistently highlighted for being exceptionally welcoming, attentive, and professional, making it a favorite destination for both special celebrations and relaxed meals.
This place was absolutely incredible. The food, the service, the music, the ambiance. The decor was also very beautiful...This restaurant feels like home.
What an awesome place! The food is made with love & the service is exceptional. It felt like being warmly invited into a family's home. We really enjoyed our time there.
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.
May 2, 2026
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We were a table of 7 & we all really miles the restaurant. The atmosphere was cozy, the waitress so nice, & the food was delicious. Would 100% recommend!!!
Super soiree en famille (parents, grands parents & enfants). Une très belle découverte de la cuisine d'Europe de l'Est par la patronne (Ukrainienne & Bulgare) qui est charmante & de très bon conseil. Nous conseillons !
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.
Que dire de ce restaurant autre que ses 4.8 étoiles sur 5 sont bien méritées? J'irais même jusqu'à dire 5 étoiles, car tout était incroyable. De l'ambiance à la nourriture, à un service impeccable, je n'ai aucun commentaire négatif.
Mon conjoint & moi avons essayé l'entrée de juliennes de cèpes, le borscht & les priozhki, en repas le boeuf stroganoff & le suprême de poulet à la kiev. Tout est 10/10. Un vrai régal. & quand la facture est arrivée, nous étions presque choqués de voir un prix si bas pour la qualité. Nous avons laissé un très généreux pourboire & nous avons quitté avec des recommandations de plats supplémetaires de la serveuse.
Définitivement un must return. Si vous cherchez un endroit avec moins d'une vingtaine de places, calme, avec des repas somptueux préparés avec soin, je ne pourrais recommander Ermitage plus.
Je vais définitivement en parler à tout le monde! Merci pour cet accueil chaleureux & toutes ces belles saveurs.
Excellent restaurant.
Superbe table d'hôte. Bon vin. Nourriture très goûteuse & bien apprêtée. Bon rapport qualité prix, on n'est assurément pas déçu.
Le service était merveilleux. Notre hôtesse était très gentille attentionnée, sympathique & authentique. C'était une très belle découverte & expérience nous y retournons assurément.
