Across reviews for Fleurs et Cadeaux, the dining experience is described as a cozy, intimate Japanese-inspired spot with a standout tasting menu and superb sashimi, duck and ramen, and a strong emphasis on fresh, artfully presented, shareable dishes. The atmosphere is repeatedly praised as warm and stylish, with seating at the bar offering an up-close view of the kitchen and a lively, buzzy vibe, while the staff are noted as attentive, knowledgeable and friendly, though a few mention moments when service felt rushed or pacing could improve. The drinks and sake program is highlighted as well curated, pairing nicely with courses, and the quality of ingredients and creativity of preparations are commonly praised to justify the price. Portions are sometimes described as small for the cost, particularly on tasting menus, though many guests say the variety of dishes and the overall experience make it worthwhile. Some reviews note delays and other timing issues or a chilly draft, but the overwhelming sentiment is positive and many call it a must-visit in Montreal for date nights or celebrations, with reservations recommended due to popularity. Standout dishes include sashimi and duck, along with fried chicken and other inventive items, and desserts such as annin dofu or brownie with miso caramel receive praise, while the overall vibe, décor and attentive service keep guests coming back.
This place is soooo good!! The food, service, vibes are all amazing. The urchin mousse is honestly a must. Same with the tofu & rice dish. The yuzu tart is amazing!! Blew me away. The service is very friendly & attentive. For a reservation of 2 people, you will be seated at the bar. Good options for pescatarians. We got a reservation day-of.
Very unique japanese reataurant. There were some sushi & sashimis on the menu, but I opted to go with items I didn't usually see on typical Japanese menus. First off, I went through the wrong door, the side door instead of the front door. Not sure how I missed it. I saw the chinese words over the main door & didn't think that it was the right restaurant. The waitstaff was nice enough not to make me go through the front door again. My waitress was so warm & friendly. Went through some recommendations. I ended up getting the recommended grilled miso aged duck. I got the marinated veggies, & chicken karage. I topped it all of with creme caramel au matcha. The duck was so well executed. Perfectly charred with a thin black layer on the fat side of the duck. You can taste the smokiness from the char. The chef timestakingly grilling each duck in front of the bar crowd. The chicken karage was delicious. Juicy & full of flavor. The white dipping sauce was a good compliment. The highlight of the night had to be the dessert. I was very full after my 3 small plates & a drink, but was able to finish this pudding like dessert with ease. It was light & not too sweet. The match flavor did come through but did not overpower. The sweetened strawberries complemented the dessert well. Service was great my water was never empty for more than 10 seconds. I'd like to try their sashimi next time. Or tuna tataki. The chefs really take their time dressing each dish. Really enjoyed the experience & the food.
Apr 3, 2024
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It was awesome to sit at the bar & watch the chef's create, however the place was relatively busy & so service was really poor & the food arrived cold. Unfortunate since it's a really cool spot!
J'avais énormément d'attentes envers ce restaurant, cependant on peut simplement le qualifier de surévalué. La nourriture n'est pas mauvaise, mais il ne se démarque pas particulièrement. Les portions sont petites, même trop petites, & les prix sont élevés, voire trop élevés. Si vous aimez le concept de petits plats à partager à des gros prix, vous y trouverez votre bonheur. N'oubliez pas de manger avant. L'ambiance est intéressante, malgré le fait que pour aller au bar dans le sous-sol, il faut sortir du restaurant & faire la queue dans un stationnement à côté du bâtiment où les extracteurs de la cuisine sont placés. Oui, vous allez sentir la graisse qui vous tombe du ciel. Bref, rien de spécial. Vous trouverez de meilleurs restaurants dans le quartier chinois
Super restaurant asiatique situé dans chinatown. Nous avons pris le menu du chef pour environ 70$ & n'avons pas été déçus. Nous avons pu donner nos préférences au chef & c'était juste délicieux. Les sashimis sont excellents, tout comme le canard & le porc grillé au gingembre. Je recommande a toutes les personnes qui cherchent un bon restaurant dans chinatown. Ambiance très sympa avec le bar sans soleil au sous sol. Même si passé une certaine heure il faudra s'armer de patience pour rentrer au bar. Le restaurant fleurs & cadeaux vaut vraiment le coup.
This basement bar presents a fun urban experience. No visible front, when you come to this place you'll recognize it from a door with a lineup at the side of a random lot. Gives it a somewhat underground feel to it, pun intended. There is no cover which is great. The place was visibly never fully renovated to be a bar, so it still has the layout of a commercial basement. It does offer some seating around the sides & the back room which is nice. It gets loud but you can still hold a conversation if you are trying to. The bartenders are skilled at their craft. Music here is a bit unconventional but very fun to dance to. Overall this place has a different but enjoyable vibe.
Nov 3, 2023
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10/10 spot in Montreal for incredible Japanese. The way the restaurant is set up is fantastic as most seating is "bar" seating, authentically Japanese, so you can watch the staff prepare certain dishes (we got lucky & were sat right in front of the sushi counter). Excellent ambiance from the second you walk in & great music. As for the food, I have no words. The chirashi sushi was phenomenal - the fish was so fresh & tender with impeccable taste. Was so nice to see the wasabi be freshly prepared to order for each dish which impressed us. The aged duck was absolutely mouthwatering & would highly recommend. However, surprisingly to us, the star of the night was the fried chicken. I don't even know where to begin in describing the dish so all I will say is it is a *must* order. Plus we were pleasantly surprised by the portion size! We love fried chicken & this was hands down the best fried chicken either of us had ever tried. We'll be going back just for the chicken. Can't praise it enough. Service was good but a bit slow, although I think this is intentional from the restaurant so you can get a full experience. There was a bit of a hiccup where we didn't get one of our dishes but our server was a pro & took care of it immediately & made sure the issue was rectified & comped which we felt was super nice. Overall a truly hidden gem in Montreal that merits all of the 5 star reviews it has amassed. Cannot wait to go back asap & also check out Sans Soleil in the basement.
Went to Fleurs & Cadeaux tonight to have dinner with my best friend on his birthday. If you ever go there, please order the Udon noodle, it was one of the top 5 foods i have ever eaten in my life omg 🤤 🤤 🤤
There was a few mishaps in the order but our waiter/bartender Olivier showed super customer service skills by offering a complementary plate in compensation. He was also very knowledgeable in advising different menu & sake options.
Last but not least, we finished our evening in the speakeasy bar downstairs where we had a delicious cocktail & enjoyed the impeccable vibes of the place. A true Montreal gem
Our waiter was very good. When I had called i was told it would be no problem to have a table for two but when I arrived they said it would be a 20 min wait, or bar instantly. Also one of my plates took like over an hour to receive but we got it for free so I don't mind. Service was good food was fantastic though unbelievable food. Would definitely come back even if I needed to sit at the bar (though not preferred)
Sep 10, 2023
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Globalement une belle expérience. Quelques pistes d'amélioration à envisager : 1. Plus de poisson dans les menus degustation, nous avons été un peu déçus... 2. Les WC sont vraiment sales. Elles ont beau se partager avec le bar, rien ne justifie ce manque d'hygiène.
Great food, great service, great cocktails. Prices slightly steep, but still good value for money in my opinion. Don't forget to check out the secret bar downstairs!
Food was amazing, service was on point (thanks Ben!). Would def recommend to friends! Only wish we could have hit the bar downstairs, maybe next time a later reservation.
Jul 24, 2023
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Lovely dinner for two at the bar, nice to watch everything being made. Unobtrusive service, highly knowledgeable if you did ask for guidance. Enjoyed the sea urchin mousse, & the tuna tataki was other worldly. Basque style miso cheesecake was also excellent. Nice time.
All the food & drinks we had were so good. Sat at the bar in front of the grill which was a cool view to see everything was cooked. We had the miso duck, flank steak, udon & tataki between 2 of us. Everything was amazing, so fresh & delicious. We will definitely be back when we are in Montreal again.
Nous avons passé une excellente soirée au restaurant Fleurs & Cadeaux. Nous y sommes allées avec des amis un vendredi soir. Je dois dire que la façade de paie pas mine, mais une fois à l'intérieur, l'ambiance est excellente. Nous y avons été très bien servis. Le serveur nous a concocté excellent un menu dégustation & il s'est questionné avant d'apportez les deux derniers plats si nous avions assez mangé. Ayant en effet assez mangé, il a été possible de refuser le dernier plat. Le vin était aussi excellent. Nous avons par la suite pris un verre au bar au sous-sol. Très chouette. Nous y retournerons avec grand plaisir. Je le recommande chaudement.
