Estelle delivers a focused exploration of Italian culinary traditions through a commitment to market-fresh ingredients. The menu prioritizes seasonal produce and high-quality staples, transforming simple components into thoughtfully prepared plates that emphasize clarity of flavor. Guests encounter a straightforward approach to Mediterranean-inspired cooking where the integrity of each raw element remains the primary focus. The kitchen team utilizes regional agriculture to craft rotating selections that mirror the natural harvest cycles of the surrounding environment. Every preparation reflects a balance of textural contrast and nutritional density, ensuring that individual courses maintain a cohesive identity. This establishment maintains a functional aesthetic that keeps the attention directed toward the plate, highlighting the relationship between raw sourcing and technical execution within an accessible, consistent framework of modern cooking.
Estelle is widely recognized for its upscale, lively atmosphere and beautifully designed space, making it a popular choice for date nights and celebrations. Many guests praise the Italian-Mediterranean menu, highlighting dishes like fresh pasta and tartare as delicious and well-prepared. While many patrons enjoy the professional service and energetic, music-filled environment, experiences can be inconsistent, with some reporting long wait times, noise levels that hinder conversation, or challenges with the valet parking policy. Opinions on pricing are divided, as some diners feel the high cost is justified by the quality and overall experience, while others perceive it as excessive relative to the portion sizes or service level. Despite occasional critiques regarding specific menu limitations or service attentiveness, the majority of visitors leave with a positive impression and a desire to return for the vibrant energy and quality food.
Good food, good wine & ok service. Parking is exclusively valet…. Ridiculous. Extremely expensive for the quality. Many great restaurants in the area with a better price/quality.
The salmon appetizer was delicious, reminded me of fried sushi without the rice. The lobster stuff pasta was disappointing, felt like they didn't season the filling, & went too hard on the lemon for the sauce. The cheesecake didn't really taste like standard cheesecake, but I guess it was alright.
Our waitress was super friendly & helpful. The decor is cute.
Prices were over the top for what it was though. All I had to drink was a Negroni & a glass of wine but somehow I spent more total than at a Michelin.
Aug 11, 2025
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First off it's too loud in there . Second I ordered the cod .. it was well cooked but the flavors were not working, the dish description is not what I received . Way over priced for what it is, we had ordered Aperol spritz to start the Prosecco's flat . Our waiter didn't know that a Cabernet was a red wine .
If you want mediocre food & service/loud but good music this is the place to go
My wife & I had the opportunity to get married at Estelle on September 14. Throughout the process of organizing the day, over the last year, the entire team at Estelle from the owners to the sommelier have been exceptionally helpful & welcoming. They put our dream wedding to reality. We had many compliments from guests that it was the best food they ever had at a wedding & that the wine was exceptionally good. The service was impeccable. Food was hot, glasses were always full & there was no wait time at the bar. Cocktails were beautiful & staff was friendly until the very last person left the restaurant My wife & I highly recommend Estelle as a wedding venue. It is in an intimidate setting that can accommodate roughly 125 people.
Food was tasty, especially loved the desserts & vibes were fun & lively. Very expensive for similar dishes you can find at most upscale Italian restaurants in the city, minimum 20$ per glass of wine, but my biggest qualm was with the parking. They charge 10$ for mandatory "valet" parking, but the lot is attached to the restaurant. Essentially paying for them to park your car 2 feet from the front door for you. Completely unnecessary.
All about your wallet, Paid valet service, 20$ glass of wine, 18% minimum tip, pressure to leave for the next service. The food was ok, but I feel they are contributing to inflation too much! Value for money isn't e-stellar.
Located in an quiet old industrial building in St. Henri district, Estelle has the combination of ambiance, service & excellent cuisine one looks for in a special evening to enjoy with a partner, friends or family. The decor is inline with the most current style...a mix of exposed brick, light wood colors, dark wood accepts, soft yellow lighting & some greenery. As the restaurant fills up it can also get a little noisy but not overwhelmingly so, giving the place a feeling that it is happening. The cuisine is modern Italian & of very high quality but with pricing to match...expect to easily pay over $100 per person including wine or a cocktail. For our meal with friends we enjoyed Salmon Milanese (interesting but good...more like a sushi maki roll style), Roquette Salad (very good with a nice dressing), Bolognese Stuffed Agnolotti (excellent), Wild Mushroom Parpadelle (also excellent) & ending with the Semifreddo (good but not at the same level as the main meal). Service is excellent with a special call out to Daniel who was not just very friendly & personable but knowledgeable as well. Even as a high quality resto the food was served promptly yet we never felt rushed. Recommended as a nice place to enjoy as a couple or with a small group of friends. Enjoy!
Nice modern place with a good ambiance. Food is decent & not cheap, price wise. It could improve though. Good wine list for both, white & red. Sommelier lost case. They have a pretty big parking lot, yet there is a valet which is a nice touch. Although, should always be to the discretion of the customer if he/she wants to park their own car & not be obliged to hand keys to the valet. Music is at the right level. Good cocktails as well. Verdict : give it a try.
