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.
Solid 5 star but taking one star off because the hostess asked our name & number & when we asked why, she couldnt answer.( it was tuesday lunch & was not busy)
Food,
Appetizers,
Complimentary bread was good.
Oyster rocker fella, was not great.
Beef tartare was great flavour & refreshing.
Escargot was great & dipping that complimentary bread was great combo.
French onion soup was great. - this was what i have got & it was the best french onion soup i have ever gotten!!!
Id recommend, tartare, french onion soup, & escargot.
Lemon sorbet was delightful!!!! I'd pay for it separately for sure. So refreshing & yummy!!
Main,
Burger was great.
Striploin with peppercorn sauce was subpar. It was not true medium rare (some parts were well done, some were medium rare, some parts were rare & the fat has not rendered… & all so very smoky'flavour' which i didn't love.. because it was more of a burnt taste to me)
Dessert was chocolate cake & it was good. Cake itself was ok but the chocolate cream layer in top was so rich, creamy & delicious.
Coffee also came with it & was good coffee.
All of us ordered lunch special. I loved everything but main entree. For the price you pay it is a great lunch spot!!
We have eaten there for the last 20 years. This time the steaks were a disaster. Even the replacement steaks were tough & stringy. We'll celebrate elsewhere next year.
One of the best steakhouse in Montreal. With its location, parking is always an issue. Srrvice is impeccable. No child special menu, except for a small portion of pastas.
I was looking forward to returning to Gibbys, I went 20 years ago & it was one of the best steak dinners I ever had. Fast forward to this past Saturday (5/15) it it was a HUGE disappointment, in short, it was a bad piece of meat ( more fat than meat) it should never have been served. The head waiter did agree & it was taken off my bill. It was nice of them, but I went there to eat, not to leave hungry
Unfortunately this old staple is tired & not what it used to be. The quality of the food & service do not match the cost. The steak was cold upon arrival, they took it back & re-heated it on the grill. For an $85.00 steak that's horrible. It was then burnt & chewy. The steakhouse martini didn't come with blue cheese olives, when I asked they said they would check, never addressed it after. The manager did come over to offer free dessert for one & comped the meal which is why I gave 2 stars instead of 1. The chicken & pepper steak were better quality & the lobster was good.
May 18, 2026
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I love this restaurant. I have been coming here for years & always include it in any trip to Montreal. The steak is fabulous, great seafood, apps, wine, drinks & desserts are first rate. Do not miss an opportunity to eat here.
Another fabulous meal at Gibby's had the Diane Steak & Shrimp cocktail both were excellent. They are making some changes it appears & in my view the best. They used to have a special cake just for birthdays that will be missed. The Monte Carlo potato does not seem quite as good but that may be me. Overall still excellent but feels like it has lost something special.
The one thing that is not diminished at all are the best in class servers. Warm, welcoming & professional They are the heart of the place & make it all special. Our server tonight Alexa was the best of them. We had a throughly enjoyable evening & a wonderful meal from appetizers to dessert.
La bouffe chez Gibbys toujours excellente. Le menu table d'hôte du lunch est très complet & plus abordable. Merci à Jeremy alias Kevin d'avoir fait de mon anniversaire un dîner mémorable! Service impeccable & excellent sens de l'humour! Il était parfait pour notre groupe de 9 personnes.
I had an amazing time here. I'm just visiting Montreal for the week & this was my first dinner stop. I got the mother's day package for myself. The food was delicious & my server was fantastic. The cocktails were also quite good. I left the place somewhat drunk & very happily stuffed.
What a great time! Caroline was amazing. She is very attentive, funny, efficient. The little touches that gibbys offers for birthdays & even the little suprise when ordering the new old fashion drink was so cool! The beef wellington is just perfection. Can't wait to go back. A big thanks to all the staff who are super friendly.
I had one of the best customer service experiences ever thanks to Scott. He was super kind, calm, professional, & truly made my night. I came on Friday night & everything about Gibbys was amazing. The restaurant itself is beautiful I absolutely loved the vibe & the aesthetic.
The food was incredible from start to finish. Everything was perfect, from the taste to the presentation. But the real highlight of the night was Scott, who went above & beyond to make sure everything was exactly to my liking & it definitely was.
I honestly don't usually write reviews unless a place truly leaves an impression on me, & Gibbys absolutely did. I will for sure be coming back, & I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great dining experience. You will not be disappointed. 10/10.
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Born & raised here just to make this clear for people that want to nag & complain & gossip stop your non sense to all the 3 & 4 star reviews nothing, nobody or & restaurant or business in general realistically can possibly be a perfect 5 out 5 & there 4.6 I feel is quite fair as they nearly 60 years old & well over 5000 reviews. I have seen 4.8 at best for certain restaurants that did not even deserve it my point to make this simple based on our day & age we are all human as well bottom line if any restaurant deserves a PERFECT 5 STAR REVIEW it's this ICONIC ESTABLISHMENT also to this day they have never ever changed exactly the same as 60 years ago. People today just look to criticize everything today just to nag like as if you have eaten better & especially bashing this place lol it does not get better of a overall steak house than this. They maybe overall best in NORTH AMERICA PERIOD I believe they are without a doubt hands down.
A few years ago, my friends took me to Montreal for my bachelor party, knowing a great steak dinner was exactly what I needed. The Gibbys cut was perfectly tender & packed with flavor, complemented by a smooth, well-paired wine. The company made the experience even more memorable. Our waitress was outstanding-her recommendations were spot on, & she made us feel genuinely welcome, like part of the family. An unforgettable night-thank you again! Go Sabres
