Gibbys Restaurant is located in Old Montreal in the Youville Stables. A charming restaurant, boasts historic stone walls, original beamed ceilings, cozy fireplaces, and romantic lighting. At Gibby's you`ll enjoy fine seafood, including fresh plump chilled oysters, a large choice of the freshest fish and Gibbys' expertly aged and exquisitely broiled steaks, all accompanied by a variety of wines from their extensive wine list.
Gibby's is an iconic Old Montreal steakhouse housed in a historic stone building with warm old world charm and a cozy, candlelit vibe. The dining experience often centers on expertly cooked steaks like beef Wellington and ribeye, with crowd-pleasing bread service and a lemon sorbet palate cleanser between courses, and sides that are generously portioned; service is usually attentive and professional, with many visits praising the staff, though some nights can feel busy or inconsistent. The atmosphere, history and valet parking add to the appeal, making Gibby's a go-to for special occasions, business meals or casual dinners alike. While the restaurant is celebrated for reliability, a few experiences note changes under new ownership or renovations that affected quality, and a couple of dishes have fallen short. When everything aligns, Gibby's delivers a memorable, classic steakhouse experience that keeps guests returning year after year.
A great high end restaurant in Old Montreal, very good steak & seafood, desserts etc, even the hot bread is good. Location is actually an old stable. The only minor frustration is waiting for the valet parking to retrieve your car when you are leaving - sometimes can take 15-20 mins when its busy. They allow you to take leftovers home, which is also nice. Service is professional, ambiance top notch, so one of the best higher priced restaurants in Old Montreal.
Dec 17, 2023
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My wife & I were celebrating a very special anniversary, so we decided to dine at Gibbys, & it turned out to be a great choice. We have been satisfied customers for over 50 years & have had some very memorable meals during that time period. Gibbys is located in a historic building built during the 18th & 19th centuries & there is an incredible feeling of stepping into Montreal's past which only adds to Gibbys ambiance. Now for the most important part of our meal, the food. We both started with a generous portion of Gibbys mixed salad. My wife chose a delicious Grilled Salmon & I ordered a thick & juicy Filet Mignon Steak cooked to perfection. Both plates were garnished with a Monte Carlo Baked Potato & asparagus. Because it was our special occasion the waitress brought to our table a beautiful cake for dessert, & I also have to add the service was splendid throughout our dinner. We left Gibbys with a full belly & a happy heart & with another memorable meal to remember.
This is just a name! I gave them many chances over the past couple years & they failed every time. Its a steak house but unfortunately They dont know how to cook a proper steak.
The whole experience of it was top. From start to finish Gibbys was truly amazing with their own rich history of the "The Gate" & their location, the entry warm welcoming & greeting , the elegant high-end classy atmosphere with some low volume Sade playing in the background , the top notch most professional server , the best cuts of steaks & all the care to each single little details made it a strong steakhouse pillar in Montreal.
Oct 22, 2023
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Jeremie made our anniversary dinner one to never forget!!! He was INCREDIBLE!!! His service from start to finish was impeccable, he went above & beyond the expectations we had & we are so grateful we had him as our server for the evening. The food was amazing, & when the steak was not cooked to our liking they had zero problems correcting it. Jeremie even went the extra mile to offer to find me medicine when I had mentioned I wasn’t feeling the greatest. The flavours were spot on for all of the food & dessert was amazing. This was a great dinner, great staff, great location. Would definitely recommend!!!
Amazing. Simply amazing. It's our anniversary spot. The staff is great, the food is delicious & as a steak lover, this rarely happens but I leave feeling more than satisfied.
The home made ice cream is addictive. The steaks are perfectly cooked, the drink selection is fantastic. The entrées are amazing, the sautéed garlic shrimp is a must.
This might be the best romantic spot for couples. Seated next to the fireplace in the corner. You can escape your busy week & fall in love with the busy ambiance while still somehow allowing your dinner to be so intimate.
The food was good but for a $400 steak dinner (for 2) kinda expected more. Has more of a tourist trap kinda of a feel. Had one table with a crying baby, the other singing nursery rhymes…oh yeah & a guy barfing in the bathroom. Other than that great service & friendly staff.
The steak was good but the atmosphere was lacking for a $260 dining experience (for two). We were seated in the basement, which could have been quaint but ripped carpet under our feet & having to walk through an adjacent room being used for storage with stacked tables/chairs left the experience feeling more like 3 stars than 4. The service was quite rushed as well. Overall, it was not bad...just not noteworthy. For $250, two people can find much better dining in Montreal.
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Went with a group of 10 on Saturday evening. Don't waste your money here. This place is not what it was 15 years ago. First time in my life I've not eaten more than two bites of a piece of meat given to me. Steak en croute was not edible, overcooked & far from tender, with a very strange texture. Left the entire lump of meat there except for the two pieces, & not once asked if everything was ok (due to the fact that there's a second service, everything is rushed). Rice undercooked as well. Salad was passable, but barely. Everything is so timed that three other groups had their birthdays sang right at same time/one after another, candles burned out before could blow them out. & they offer to take a group picture but don't take the time to tell you that two people aren't in the frame.
There are sooooo many places in Montreal where you can get a better meal with better service.
Jul 9, 2018
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Nous étions 12, 7 avaient commandés des steaks, 5 les ont retournés à cause d'une mauvaise cuisson, sur les 5 retours, 4 n'étaient toujours pas bon.......mauvaise soirée.
Nous avons apris qu'il y avait eu 3 tables avec des retours.....
Soirée gâchée....
En plus, les prix sont tellement cher...plus jamais....
Having heard many positives about Gibby's I finally had a chance to visit. Very rustic & charming inside. The female attire should be updated though. I'm sure they would be much happier.
I ordered the Gibby's cut ribeye with a side of lobster tail. My friend ordered the same but with the scampi side. She shared with her daughter.
Dinner started with free pickles & a great loaf of bread followed by a very a tasty salad. Other option were a also available (see web menu). After our salad, a small portion of sorbet was served to cleanse the pallet. A nice touch.
The steaks were served & they were done exactly as order. My friend loved her steak while I & her daughter found the steak just average. It tasted a little bland. It was not a melt in you mouth rich steak that I'm accustomed to from a well marbled rib eye.
While I'm glad to have the Gibby's experience (great service), Gibby's will not be the my first choice when I get a craving for a good ribeye.
Completing my touring of Montreal finest steakhouses. This time, dinner at Gibby's, an institution that I have not visited since 2009. In 2009, when I first visited Gibby's, I had not much experience with steakhouses & I was very impressed at that time. Years later, I have tried many steakhouses not only in Canada, but also in the US & in other countries where beef is as revered as in the US. The reason I am writing this is because I do not think that Gibby's is bad. They are doing things the same way they used to, but I believe that I am not impressed by it anymore only because my taste has evolved. So Yes, my rib eye was cooked to requested doneness, but no it's no more one that seduces me because nowadays my ideal rib eye steak is the like of a corn-finished 40 days dry aged Black Angus, A 40 days wet aged USDA prime, bone-in, etc.. which are clearly not what was offered on this dinner (this boneless rib eye steak was firmer, had less fat distribution, less expressive meat flavor ...but again, compared ..to what i idealize as great today ). So less impressed,indeed, but only because my taste has switched to something else, NOT because it is bad! & yes, if you start comparing to some other hot steakhouses, well no it is not playing in the same league as it is not its purpose neither. Still, it's a generous steakhouse: nice warm bread, palate cleanser, pickles of great quality, plenty of salad did accompany my rib eye. The only thing that i can't put on the back of the evolution of my palate is this : the wine service...leaving a glass of Pinot noir on my table without showing the bottle to me, without pre-tasting NO & NO! You serve me my glass of Pinot Noir while I haven't finished my other glass of sparkling wine, again..NO! & what about the year of that PN? Its description (region, etc) There's no excuse for that.
