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.
Amazing food, sake & vibes - sat at bar counter as party of 2 & thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience. Fresh sashimi, great spicy tan tan noodles, & the fried chicken nanban was spectacular would absolutely come back!
Second time at Fleur & Cadeau. Food was great & selection of sake is amazing. Unfortunatly, quality of the food was not matched by the level of service. Far from it. Between each service, we had to wait at least 15 minutes with empty glasses. Saké pairings arrived 10-15 mintes after the service was on our table. At 11h30, waiter made it clear that we were not welcome for a disgestive as he wishes to close early. At midnight we were pressured out of the restaurant & invited to wait for our Uber outside despite cold weather. All this to say, that we were disappointed by how we were treated & despite great food experience, we will make sure to spend our money elsewhere next time we invite clients to dinner.
Dec 23, 2024
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Une petite perle ce restaurant. Le décor est chaleureux, la nourriture est très savoureuse, nous avons apprécié être au bar & voir la préparation des différents plats. Leur sélection de Sake est impressionnante. Bien hâte d'y retourner.
Très bonne expérience chez Fleurs & cadeaux pour leur anniversaire! Délicieux menu en 5 services pour une modique somme, le pairing de saké était très bien choisi!
Excellent service, my friend & I were in there for a quick bite. Fast/efficient food was fresh, & the chef was on point. Great selection of sake 👌 I was shocked to see Kuheiji for the first time in Montreal. My friend actually worked at this brewery in Nagoya, Japan. We also had a chance to taste some Shochu incredible felt like in Japan
We love love love F & C!! Such a gem 💎 Fantastic service, a really cozy/chic vibe, super fresh sashimi & great sake list. I highly recommend. Delicious udon noodles you have to get for the table.
August 2024: 4 stars. Music was more elevator lounge music, not great like last time. Steak dish & agadeshi tofu (very mushroom-ey) dish were good. Udon with minced pork was delicious. Rice bowl was a bit uninspired. brownie was overly buttery & salty. Great presentation for all dishes. Service was excellent as usual though. Yu mi & the sour cocktail were alright. February 2024: 5 stars. Great music, nice atmosphere. Pleasant, attentive service. Same menu as downstairs as far as I noticed, just different vibe (oldies music upstairs, newer stuff downstairs). Duck was delicious. Pickled & grilled vegetable dishes were nicely presented but small portion. Fried chicken was nice & crispy. Really enjoyed my cocktail that had Mezcal in it, as well as the sake recommendation. The dessert was disappointing though. The thin sheet cake was tasteless & had a grainy texture. The haskap cream on top was nice though.
Aug 31, 2024
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I almost don't want to post this review because I don't want too many folks knowing how truly incredible this gem is. TL;DR: Order sake or Champagne & ask for help if you need it. Sea Urchin Mousse, Miso-Aged Duck, Udon Noodles, save room for dessert. Nightcaps at the bar downstairs if it's not too busy. Two of us, no reservation, Monday night. Seated quickly at the bar & then had to take a good 10 minutes to study the beverage menu. The wines are thoughtfully curated with lots of natural, biodynamic & organic selections. Sake & soju selection is thorough & includes a primer of the styles you might not be familiar with. We selected a bottle of Champagne that would carry us through the flavors of dinner & settled on the mousse à l'oursin, légume ohitashi, canard veilli, & the tantan udon. The sea urchin mousse with shrimp chips arrived first & were perfectly light & crispy with much more subtlety of flavor than I usually expect from uni. The vegetables were Swiss chard & cherry tomatoes in a savory broth, cut into perfectly bite sized pieces. Again, strong flavors perfectly tamed into working brilliantly with each other. When the duck arrived I stared at it for a good 30 seconds before I said anything & it's not an exaggeration when I say the taste is nothing short of revelatory. The charred fat cap melted in the same way the gorgeously thin slices of breast did for a bite that was a legitimate journey through fat, the savory miso, & the smallest bitterness of char. I want duck to be this perfect all of the time. It was halfway through the duck when I realized we still ordered noodles & they arrived drizzled with chili crisp. By far the richest of what we ordered, the small bits of nori over top as well as the remnants of our earlier dishes cut the weight of the sauce. Thankfully there were only two options for dessert & we ordered the brownie with a red miso caramel. Beautifully executed it was the perfect sweet bite to finish before we headed downstairs for a nightcap at the very sexy Sans Soleil. I was pretty high on vibes & champagne so details are light at this point but my cocktail was delicious & the orange wine my date had was tasty. All in all one of my top 5 meals ever & I can't wait to come back. No notes.
5 stars all around. Flavours are superiors, sake selection is remarkable, & cocktail are very creative & delicious. Definately a favourite. & once you're vibing high on food, there's also the Sans Soleil downstairs to stretch the pleasure.
Great variety of sake, refined Japanese cuisine, & absolutely delicious! The open kitchen at the bar counter is a fun touch. One of the best restaurants around!
Aug 4, 2024
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Excellente soirée, table de 4 personnes, bouffe impeccable, service parfait par Pamela (serveuse, mais aussi sommelière), saké découverte. J'y retournerai c'est certain
One of the most delicious restaurants in Montreal, with possibly the best sake selection in the country. I lived in Japan for years & visit frequently, & Fleur etc Cadeaux is my special treat to visit. If you love authentic ingredients (ume, koji, etc) with a touch of local fusion, this is the place for you. Expensive by Montreal standards but always worth it.
Merveilleuse expérience au fleurs & cadeaux, super découverte de la sélection de Saké & menu splendide. On a adoré découvrir certains plats qui nous étaient moins familiers, on a aussi particulièrement apprécié la carte à deux pages, ça fait tellement de bien de réduire les options & de prioriser la qualité!!! Le poulet nanban & le tataki d'Albacore restent nos coups de coeur.
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Après quelque visites maintenant, je peux affirmer que chacun de nos repas ici était l'un des meilleurs repas que j'ai jamais mangé! La combinaison de la qualité de la nourriture, l'ambiance & du service équilibré bat aisément les meilleures assiettes en ville. & que dire du saké, à essayer absolument!
Outstanding meal. Quality ingredients & masterful technique. Good cocktail & sake selection. Service was adequate but not especially warm. Reservations for peak days/hours are a must, so plan ahead. Pricey.
Nous avons suivi les conseils de notre serveur Julius & avons pris plusieurs plats à partager. Certains nous faisaient sortir de notre zone de confort & nous avons adoré! Il a aussi pris le temps de nous parler des sakés & de nous aider dans nos choix. Vraiment belle sélection & variété de saké. J'adore cet endroit ! Ce n'était pas ma première fois & ce ne sera pas la dernière. La nourriture & le service sont excellent !!!
Soirée absolument mémorable! Tout était parfait. Les plats étaient délicieux & à un prix raisonnable. Que dire du Saké en accord avec les plats... c'était parfait. Dorénavant, c'est mon resto coup de coeur à Montréal. 🫶
