Estelle is described as a standout Montreal dining spot with a stylish, high end yet inviting ambience and a lively vibe that still feels welcoming. The food is repeatedly praised for quality and execution, with favorites like fresh house made pasta, tartare, and lamb chops, and many noting a memorable lobster pasta and other Italian Mediterranean dishes. Service is highlighted as knowledgeable and attentive by many, with guest experiences ranging from warm hospitality to occasional variability in timeliness or warmth. The atmosphere and music are often cited as excellent and fun, though the volume can be loud and conversations harder later in the evening. Pricing is considered upscale, with some feeling value for the quality while others find it hard to justify. Parking is typically valet, sometimes costly or inconvenient, which some reviews flag as a drawback. Dessert options may lack non dairy choices, and at least one review reported concerns about a foodborne illness with no response from management. Overall Estelle is seen as a top choice for special occasions and nights out, celebrated for its food and atmosphere, with many ready to return.
At first I was worry cause that spot used to be a garage & I used to go there for my cars for many years so now it's a restaurant Estelle , anyway, the place is not to have a conversation no one can hear nothing between the music & the people talking all together in a small place I didn't like the food at all the appetizer came together with the dish they keep adding bottle of water even if you didn't ask for it at the end I can say it's a place for the young rich generation who's discovering the new life with drinking , to go eat there , never again .thanks god the chef is not my old mécanicien lol
if the food were spectacular the $$$ could be justified, unfortunately its not. overabundance of staff felt intrusive from the weird paid valet parking to the guy in the bathroom offering towels, gum. felt like they were trying too hard to justify th exorbitant cost of the meal
Jun 8, 2024
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From the moment you drive onto the lot, you know you're going to have quite a delightful experience! Then, you walk in to this fabulous restaurant, all your senses are pleasantly pleased. I am definitely making this my choice restaurant♥️👌👏
Service was impeccable, decor also gorgeous, only reason giving 4s is because my dish was extremely salty (mushroom pasta), but my salad was delicious & the restaurant itself is very loud, so hard to have a conversation, but otherwise would highly recommend
All the dishes were extremely salty, especially the pasta dishes. A little pricey but nice resteraunt. Also the valet situation on the way out is a mess. No fault to the people working there but more people are needed (or no valet). Waiting for your key when the car is parked 1 metre away isn't ideal.
May 24, 2024
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Le meilleur steak que j'ai jamais mangé! J'adore leur salade. En plus, j'ai eu un service impeccable! La terrasse est super. Je vais y retourner, c'est certain!
This restaurant serves the best porterhouse steak in the city! Perfectly cooked every single time with a flavorful crust & juicy interior. If you're a steak lover, Estelle is a must-visit!
Superbe restaurant très loin de l'esprit du gruman Très dispendieux & atmosphère m'as tu vu Chic décor perfect pour Instagram magnifique!! Malgré cela ne serait pas notre type d'endroit normalement nous avons passé une très belle soirée ! La nourriture était vraiment excellente Très bon service Le propriétaire qui était sur place était vraiment très sympa & très chaleureux Je vais y retourner avec plaisir, mais pour une occasion spéciale $$
Apr 6, 2024
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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.
Very nice space & well staffed. The food was alright but I wouldn't say it's quite as good as might be expected for the cost. The drink menu is appealing. I am not sure if I would go back for the food alone but nice space & may work for an event
Nous avons aimé : l'ambiance, l'amabilité de l'hôtesse & des serveurs, & la plupart des plats (la salade prosciutto-melon aux pistaches surtout, mais aussi la focaccia, la burrata, le loup de mer & la tarte au chocolat). Nous n'avons pas aimé : Il n'y avait pas de carte de mocktails, alors impossible de connaître le prix avant de recevoir la création du barman. Quand on nous a proposé de l'eau & qu'on a demandé de l'eau plate, on nous a directement apporté une bouteille au lieu d'eau du robinet. Le plat de pâtes aux palourdes-topinambours-citron était mal équilibré; beaucoup d'amertume & manque de sel. Nous avons aussi dû accrocher le serveur pour demander un refill d'eau, ce qui me paraît anormal dans un restaurant aussi haut-de-gamme. De plus, le pourboire proposé par défaut était 30% (!) après taxes, aucune option de 15% (il faut appuyer sur Custom). Mais le pire est la présence d'un valet obligatoire pour stationner notre voiture à deux pas de la porte dans un petit stationnement vide. En somme, un beau restaurant, mais orienté sur une clientèle tellement riche qu'elle ne sait plus quoi faire de son argent, à mon avis.
This was a very disappointing experience. First of all, the music was so loud, you could not have a conversation. When asked to reduce the sound, the management refused to do so. The food was disappointing, & very expensive for the quality that was served. After being there for 90 minutes, we were told that we would have to leave within 30 minutes.
