Essence
Restaurant
Essence
Opens Tomorrow at 11 am
| Monday | 11 am - 2:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am - 2:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am - 2:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am - 2:30 pm |
| Friday | 11 am - 2:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed Today |
Info & Location
About us
Essence offers a classical international cuisine with a modern twist. Our team of talented chefs is inspired by Quebec's finest seasonal produce to offer clients the best events possible; a business lunch or a corporate dinner. We have your setting for a night out on town with friends or a romantic evening for two. Our bar and lounge offer you the perfect surroundings to enjoy the good moments of life.
Our Specialties
Tartare, Flank steak, Grill, Pasta, Pizza, Seafood, Homemade desserts, Cocktails & Beers.
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 180 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, InteracCateringGood For GroupsGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of winesHappy HourLive Entertainment / ShowsLoungeParking AvailablePrivate RoomReception Services / Private EventsResto-BarSports on TVTakeout AvailableTasting Menu
More details
45 seats at the bar.
25 seats perfect for Happy Hour!
Paying parking under the restaurant.
Semi-private room available.
The restaurant is available evenings and weekends for your private events.
Affiliated Restaurants (1)
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Events Nearby
Corgi Walk and Pawrade 2025 in Montreal
Aug 28, 2025 to Aug 30, 2025
Reviews often mention
lunch(23) saumon(13) prix(13) groupe(12) salad(9) qualite(9) rapide(9) club(7) tartare(6)Page 3 of 9 - 170 Reviews
via LibroBusiness lunch: Food I ordered was very good! (salmon). I saw the beef shank looked excellent. The steak with fries looked sad & boring. The tartares tasted good. The service was a bit slow & not engaging but staff were friendly & nice overall. The ambiance was quiet & great. Seats were comfortable. For a business meeting of 10-12 people, they provided a good comfortable & quiet space for everyone.
via Libro
Bonjour,
Je suis une habituée, mais cette fois-ci j'ai été déçue.
Plusieurs personnes dont moi-même ont eu très froid 🥶, malgré en avoir informée l'hôtesse.
La salade 🥗 a une présentation fabuleuse. Cependant, les crevettes étaient trop relevées. De plus, les arilles n'apportent pas vraiment de goût. La salade manque de saveurs.
Finalement, la crème brûlée goûtait le jaune d'oeuf.
Bref, je n'était pas dans mon assiette!
J'y retournerai quand même, parce que vous êtes habituellement exceptionnels. Le saumon est mon favori!
À la prochaine!
via LibroIl y a longtemps que nous n'avons été chez Essence. Mais depuis, rien n'a changé. Toujours un service professionnel & aimable. Du personnel soucieux de bien nous servir. Des repas succulents. Merci à l'équipe.
via LibroDélicieux comme toujours & pour nous, un plaisir de retrouver ce resto qui était un lieu de retrouvaille avant la pandémie.
via LibroIt was a great meal & the restaurant had a very cozy welcoming atmosphere
via LibroThe menu is very limited & over priced. The salad was old & the fries tasted like they were refried a second time. A very disappointing experience. Also don't think lunch for two people should come to $110 without any alcohol & the quality of food that was served.
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Very good service & very good food. I had the Pesto Pizza & it was delicious.
Thank you
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Toujours excellent: présentation, saveur, température, ambiance!
PS: Le resto est ouvert, malgré les travaux. Entrez par Robert-Bourassa!
via LibroThe prices are quite high but the service was excellent & the food was delicious & well-presented.
via LibroGood place to eat & great service, a tad expensive for what you get though.
via LibroRestaurant rénové - très beau décor. Nourriture toujours aussi savoureuse, portion raisonnable, service agréable & professionnel.
via LibroAs always, the meal was delicious & beautifully presented if not a bit overpriced for the size of the meal. The server was very pleasant & professional. People were spaced far apart in accordance with COVID regulations, but the tables were still spaced as they have been in the past. I would wonder if tables would be left empty if more people were in the restaurant. My friend & l will definitely return.
via LibroPhenomenal service. It was out first time at a restaurant since covid. The setting & distancing was great, & we felt quite comfortable. The incredibly friendly service & going the extra mile made our day. Thank you.