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Essence RestoMontreal.ca
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Essence RestoMontreal.ca
Essence RestoMontreal.ca
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Essence

Downtown
4.3$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 11 am
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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, Interac

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.

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4.3424 ratings
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4★
31%
3★
9%
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Reviews for Essence

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Review Summary

Essence offers a welcoming atmosphere with friendly, efficient staff and fast service that fits a casual lunch or a lively night out. The kitchen earns praise for fresh ingredients and refined yet simple recipes, with salmon noted as tasty and juicy and a variety of interesting dishes on the menu. The daytime space feels cozy and calm for conversations, while the evenings bring a vibrant energy and occasional themed nights that many guests enjoy. Service is consistently described as good and the team is seen as cool and attentive. This combination of solid dishes, approachable prices, and a versatile vibe makes Essence a strong choice for business meals, casual dining, or social evenings.
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Cedric
3.0

Restaurant bien situé, au cœur de Montréal ; cadre sophistiqué & confortable ; service de qualité. Du coup, je m'attendais à mieux au plan gastronomique, mieux qu'une assiette du pêcheur se résumant au final à un duo de saumon & cabillaud avec timbale de riz safrané aux petits pois, précédé d'une salade. Je ne me souviens même pas du dessert! Juste que le pain était bon, ce qui n'est pas évident hors de France.

Sep 2, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
4.5

Excellent service. Nourriture de qualité.

Dec 11, 2019
via Other
1 Review
4.0

Nous sommes allée sur l'heure du lunch pour un dîner d'affaires.
Bon service, bonne qualité de nourriture, je recommande soit entre ami, amoureux ou pour affaire!

Nov 29, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Excellent service & très bonne qualité de nourriture.

Nov 22, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Bon rapport qualité prix, service rapide & parfait sur l'heure du lunch. Merci à toute l'equipe

Apr 10, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Les repas sont toujours bons & joliment présentés, le service est courtois, l'endroit est agréable. Bon rapport qualité-prix. Les ris de veau & les poissons sont excellents.

Mar 14, 2019
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Qualité & service impeccables.
Un délice fin, chaque fois.
Prévoir 25$ + taxes + service /personne pour une entrée, un repas & un dessert.
C'est le prix pour une valeur sûre.

Dec 16, 2018
VirginieLa-918
1 Review
5.0

Délicieuse découverte que le restaurant "Essence".
Depuis l'accueil courtois & professionnel, en passant par la qualité du service & la délectation dans nos assiettes, tout était parfait. Les ris de veau moëlleux & fondants à la fois, le tataki de thon assurément aussi bon. La personne qui m'accompagnait ayant bon nombre d'intolérances alimentaires (une quinzaine), on a su nous conseiller avec soin & délicatesse, sans empressement aucun. L'atmosphère qui y règne est aussi très agréable, pas trop bruyante, pas trop feutrée, on s'y sent bien, même avec bébé qui a pleuré un peu.
A renouveler sans modération !

Jul 21, 2016
MarkWi-143
1 Review
4.0

Ma 1ère fois chez Essence. l'un des meilleurs tartare de saumon, assaisonnemenrt bien dosé pour relever le gout mais pas trop (sans camoufler l'essence du saamon). Rapport qualité prix excellent. Personnell souriant, sympatique, serviable... J'ai vraiment passé un agréable moment. Le recommande sans hesitation 4.5 /5

Jul 18, 2016
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