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 hidden gem offering an exceptional Eastern European culinary experience that feels both intimate and truly authentic. Guests frequently highlight the high quality of the homemade cuisine, with standout dishes like the tender beef Stroganoff, savory chicken Kiev, and decadent honey cake earning consistent praise for their fresh, delicate flavors. The atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, elegant, and nostalgic, reminiscent of a welcoming home, which makes it a perfect setting for romantic dates, family celebrations, or client entertainment. Beyond the food, the service is frequently noted for being remarkably warm, passionate, and attentive, with staff going above and beyond to ensure every diner feels cared for. With its charming decor, reasonable prices, and genuine hospitality, this restaurant leaves a lasting impression, prompting many to plan return visits immediately.
We have been coming to Montréal for years & today for the first time we tried Ermitage for lunch. It is truly a gem to be visited. The ambiance of the restaurant is amazing. You feel like you have walked into an Eastern Europe restaurant. The waitress was outstanding & the selection of food was amazing. We had th avocado stuffed with shrimp & the pork schnitzel. It was the best schnitzel I have had outside of Germany or Austria. I look forward to going back & trying some of the other dishes. I wish we had tried this restaurant years ago. We will eat out here once a week until we go home in October.
I'd rate 100/5 for service. Two lovely kind ladies made us feel like we're guests in their house. You won't be feeling you're at a restaurant, its just their house, their delicious food, & their lovely service & hospitality.
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.
As a true gastronomy enthusiast, exploring different cuisines is one of my favorite hobbies, & Ermitage was a wonderful discovery.
The hospitality was excellent. Our host was very attentive & genuinely cared about making sure every guest had a pleasant & enjoyable experience.
The food was delicious. We were three people & ordered three different dishes, giving us the opportunity to try a variety of flavors, & we were all very satisfied.
If you would like to experience the authentic taste of Russian cuisine, Ermitage is definitely a place worth visiting
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.
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!!!
