Le Garde Manger est une sorte de joyau culinaire qui, de prime abord, n'en présente pas les apparences. Il faut d'abord dénicher l'endroit, dans une ruelle quelque part près des quais du Vieux-Montréal. De plus, ce bistro sans prétention, situé près du centre des affaires, ne possède pas d'enseigne extérieure. Malgré tout, depuis son ouverture en juin 2006, il est devenu une adresse de choix auprès des professionnels branchés qui ont envie d'une cuisine de la Côte Est et d'une pinte de bière locale après une dure journée de travail.
Dans l ensemble, les critiques décrivent Garde Manger comme une expérience culinaire de fruits de mer et de fine dining à Montréal, avec une ambiance chaleureuse et accueillante, un service impeccable et des plats inventifs et joliment présentés, en particulier les fruits de mer et les menus dégustation. La salle à manger est louée pour son énergie et son hospitalité, de nombreux avis soulignant des accords mets et vins réfléchis et un personnel attentif qui donne aux convives le sentiment d être bienvenus et pris en charge. Bien que les visites soient majoritairement élogieuses, certains commentateurs signalent des expériences variables telles que un service plus lent, des plats arrivant tièdes ou trop salés, et des questions sur la valeur par rapport au prix élevé, notamment en raison de l affluence et du bruit occasionnel. Malgré ces réserves, Garde Manger est largement considéré comme une adresse incontournable dans le Vieux Montréal pour les fruits de mer et la cuisine créative, avec de nombreux lecteurs la décrivant comme mémorable et souvent idéale pour les occasions.
I heard about this place. Booked a table months in advance. We ordered chef's tasting menu, it was the beat food I ever had...it didn't disappear...so yummy 😋. The meal ends with wonderful chocolate dessert.
We sat at the bar Friday night & Jean(I hope I spelt his name correctly) was a fantastic bartender & paired wines with our meal perfectly. & he made a great paper plane!!
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What an amazing experience, from service to food. Emma was our bartender/ sever. She was amazing, she was very knowledgeable on food & beverage. Food was absolutely amazing. Will definitely come back & highly recommend this fabulous restaurant.
Better than Michelin 3 stars returants!! If you are tired of those overrated Michelin ones, try this low tone but very creative & beyound delicious restaurant ! Remember, the true food spirit is in the details! Bon Apepit!
I've been coming here for years, & it never disappoints. The quality is always outstanding, & the creativity in every dish continues to surprise & impress me. It's one of those rare places where you feel the passion in every bite.
The tasting menu is, in my opinion, an absolute must. It's a beautifully curated journey through inventive, seasonal flavors - each course more intriguing than the last. What sets the experience apart even further is their thoughtful wine pairing by the glass. The staff takes the time to match each pour perfectly with your food, enhancing the whole experience in a way that feels both refined & personal.
The service is always warm, professional, & genuinely welcoming. The team strikes that perfect balance of attentiveness without being intrusive. They make you feel like a regular, even on your first visit.
In short: amazing food, impeccable pairings, & a staff that makes you want to come back again & again. A truly special place.
Stop scrolling through reviews & just make the reservation. This spot nails the balance between cozy & elevated. The atmosphere is warm & homey, yet stylish & full of character. It's vibey in the best way, with great music that adds to the experience without overpowering it.
I lucked out with a last-minute reservation & grabbed a solo seat at the bar. The staff were exceptional, welcoming, attentive, & happy to strike up a conversation. I opted for the tasting menu, & it was flawless from start to finish. Every dish was thoughtful & beautifully presented.
One standout was the seafood tower course - I'll be dreaming about it until I can come back.
I will recommend to anyone visiting Montreal & I'll 100% be returning.
Excellent souper au bar alors que j'étais seul. Le barman était sympathique & la nourriture exceptionnelle. J'ai opté pour le menu du chef & j'ai eu plus de services que ce que je pouvais manger. Mais comme ils étaient tous délicieux, je les ai tous mangé :-). Le restaurant n'est pas si facile à trouver si on n'a pas l'adresse exacte. Il est nommé dans le guide Michelin mais à mes yeux il aurait mérité une étoile.
We didn't have a reservation, but they got us in. Everything was delicious. Sit at the bar & get the experience. Chef Chuck came out & shared stories with us.
Best meal we've had this trip to Canada. The focaccia gave with flavorful, salty butter & the snow crab appetizer was DELICIOUS - on a buttery brioche toast. The scallops, though a bit expensive, were divine served with roasted corn & honey butter. The zucchini side was also very well done - with a fried zucchini blossom on top. My co-diners had the salmon & also raved about it. For dessert, we had both the coffee cake with malted ice cream & the chocolate cake with sour cream/cream cheese mousse. Both were scrumptious.
Use Google maps to find the restaurant, because there is no signage outside. It's worth hunting for!!
This place was fantastic. The ambiance is fantastic, warm & cozy. The service was impeccable, at times it felt like we had the entire staff taking care of us. My wife & I did the Chef's menu which was tailored a little bit for her tastes. The Seafood platter portion of the meal was excellent, & contained a great variety of items. For appetizers we had the Striped Bass & the Cucumbers which were both excellent. The main courses were also very good. Don't miss out on the carrots which came with the Swordfish & Black Cod which were both outstanding. dessert included the Profiteroles which were delicious. The wine list is excellent. Expensive, but well worth the cost!
Got a reservation at the bar, & had a couple drinks each & the'one step up' meal. Everything was fantastic - the bartender was funny & handsome & the food was all splendid. It's definitely a splurge, but it was a great value.
