Garde Manger

Matthew

5.0

This was legitimately one of the best meals that both me & my fiancée had ever had. It sounds like an exaggeration but it was true. Both of us agreed that we had never truly understood how a dish could be'perfectly balanced' until this meal. We had the chef's menu (second tier) & every dish was delicious & was plenty of food (I am a hungry man & often find'fancy' restaurant meals don't satisfy me but this was certainly not the case). We went to another nice restaurant the following night & it was good, but could not be compared to this meal. All of the service staff were also incredibly kind & attentive, & were accommodating of my fiancée's gluten allergy. Our drinks (beer, wine, & cocktails) were all exceptional as well. A dinner we will not forget!

BB

5.0

One of the best restaurant experiences in recent years. Exceptional service, wonderful food & a cozy welcoming atmosphere. Excellent all around!

Carolyn

5.0

Has been excellent for a decade. Top notch food, wine, service, atmosphere in Old Montreal.

M

4.0

We upgraded to the most expensive tasting menu & the experience was confusing. We upgraded because we wanted more lobster. I'm not certain that's what we got. Our waiter seemed unable to clearly explain what the tasting menu included & whether there was any flexibility in asking for certain dishes. As courses came out, we were confused about how many appetizers & entrees there were. It would've been helpful to have something printed so we knew what to expect. We were disappointed with the wines by the glass selections, especially with respect to the white wines. The white wines we tasted were very dry. There did not seem to be any options for something off dry or fruity. The constant filling of our water glasses (after every sip) was off putting. It interrupted our conversations & created a disconnect during the meal. The food was outstanding.

Dana

5.0

When living in Montreal, we were spoiled with incredible restaurants, but Garde Manger is truly in a league of its own.

Speaking from experience as locals, this place is a vibe. The team is a vibe. The energy, the music, the atmosphere, it all just works. & the food? Impeccable every single time. Fresh, beautifully prepared, & consistently outstanding. The chocolate dessert is hands down our favorite.

My husband & I have been here more times than we can count, & each visit the team has gone above & beyond. We hosted our wedding rehearsal dinner here & it was unforgettable.

In Montreal, dining is a cultural experience, not just a meal. If you're in MTL, make it a point to experience the food & atmosphere here at least once.

Thank you Garde Manger! Keep doing what you're doing.🤍

Ryan

5.0

One of the best meals I've had in a really long time. We opted for the tasting menu. There wasn't a single miss. Everything was exceptional.

Amir

3.0

Food was good,, took 4 course meal. Not every bite is a party in your mouth but there were a few item that were amazing.

The reason for the 3 star is ambiance. The front portion of the restaurant has nice decor & romantic vibe worthy of paying over $150 per person. However if you are unlucky & get seated at the back of the restaurant, well they should give a discount. It has an old bar look & the decor does not match the front.

E

2.0

Disappointed from the restaurant set up, too old & tables are very close to each other, very noisy & annoying. Food Ok not as we expected.. very expensive for what we got…

Labrie

5.0

Je suis encore bouleversé par mon passage au Garde Manger. Dès l'instant où nous avons franchi la porte, nous avons été accueilli par une équipe d'une générosité exceptionnelle. On ressent immédiatement que chaque membre du personnel travaille avec coeur, passion & un souci réel de faire vivre un moment inoubliable.

L'ambiance est vibrante, chaleureuse, presque enveloppante. C'est un lieu où l'on se sent bien, où la passion culinaire flotte dans l'air, où chaque détail compte.
& que dire de la cuisine… Je suis resté sans mots. L'émotion m'a littéralement submergé dès les premières bouchées.

Pour la première fois de ma vie, j'ai goûté au bonheur pur de l'art culinaire. Des plats exécutés avec maîtrise, créativité & une profondeur de saveurs qui touchent l'âme.

Le Garde Manger, c'est bien plus qu'un restaurant : c'est une expérience humaine & gastronomique qui marque.

Je recommande sans hésitation à toute personne qui veut vivre un moment exceptionnel avec des personnes exceptionnelles.

Eric & Kimberly

Avery

5.0

The food here is amazing & the service is next level!