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.
Overall, reviews portray Gibby's as a quintessential Montreal steakhouse with a storied Old Port setting, stone walls and a warm, intimate atmosphere that makes it ideal for celebrations and date nights. The portions are generous and the menu features classic, well cooked favorites like rib eye, filet mignon, Beef Wellington and beef carpaccio, with desserts and sides that many diners praise. The wine list and cocktails receive consistent praise, though a few guests feel the prices are high and wine guidance can be less reliable at times. Service is repeatedly described as attentive, knowledgeable and friendly across many visits, with standout experiences when staff anticipate needs, explain dishes and guide pairings; on some occasions, however, crowds, turnover or changes in ownership led to slower service or inconsistencies. Guests also note thoughtful touches such as bread and pickles on arrival, palate cleansers, occasional complimentary birthday cake or polaroid photos, and at times showmanship at the table, all of which contribute to a memorable experience. While many call it a Montreal institution and a must for a special occasion, others feel value has declined with price increases and some meals falling short of past high standards. In short, Gibby's delivers a classic, high end dining experience with a strong sense of history, excellent steaks and a generally positive service record, tempered by occasional fluctuations.
We have been to Montreal many times, but this was our first visit to Gibbys. I can easily say that this is now my favorite restaurant ever! The food, the service, the atmosphere, everything was perfect!
We ordered the grilled shrimp for the appetizer, & it was delicious. We loved the wedge salad with blue cheese & our steaks were perfectly cooked. All I can say is, come hungry because they feed you well.
My only regret is that I didn't come to Gibbys every time I had been to Montreal in the past!
Vitali took care of us tonight for my friend birthday, he made sure to explain in details everything that we needed to know about steaks even making great suggestion 🫡 real gentleman , we appreciated the food & the ambiance that allowed us to celebrate properly thank you mister Vitali
May be one of the best lunch experiences I've ever had. Gibby's dining room is located in a beautiful old building, the food was exquisite, service was top notch & the value for money ($50 for a three-course lunch) was excellent. First time tasting French Onion Soup & I can't imagine it ever being better than that. Will be making a point to visit every time I go to Montreal in future. Can't recommend Gibby's enough!
Nestled in the old port of Montreal this place is legendary. Anyone who appreciates old school steak houses will rate this place among the best in Canada if not the world.
Jun 8, 2025
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Lovely date night, loud inside with everyone talking but still enjoyable. The food was really good & the service was amazing. We tried the filet & the Beef Wellington both were tasty
Always tasty, classic steakhouse fare. The New York cheesecake is the best in town. Only downside is the price, somehow $35 for a side plate of mushrooms for 2.
The service & ambiance were excellent. My rib eye steak was at best a 3,5 - on the chewy side, & just not that tasty. I will give them a 2nd chance when next in Montreal, because the rest of the experience was good.
Jun 4, 2025
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Beautiful old place with lots of character. Staff were very nice & the service was impressive most of the time but they sadly weren't on top of filling our waters even though we went later & the restaurant was pretty empty. The food was very good overall, best part was the steak, well season & grilled however I had to send back my steak due to it being overcooked, asked for medium rare & got it medium well, luckily they were quick to rectify this! Overall, the experience was very good! For the price & class of the place I did expect a bit more though, would go again & recommend!
The service & atmosphere are stellar. I went for my birthday & got a complementary cake.
The food: I've had the filet mignon & beef wellington. They were both amazing, cooked to perfection & seasoned wondefully. The only complaint I have is the borderlaise sauce for the beef wellington was too sage-heavy, but the steak, duxelle, & puff pastry were so good sauce was not necessary. The iceberg salad is one of the best salads I ever had, & you can get extra bacon to your liking. The mocktails are sweet & flavorful. The fries were okay, not much seasoning but cooked perfectly.
Our server Klaude was great & I hope to get him as our server next time I go.
If I had to choose only one place to return to when I visit Montreal again, it would be Gibbys. The service, atmosphere & food were a winning combo. We ordered more food & drinks, but was too busy stuffing my face with good food to take all the photos. Yes that's how good this place is. Perfect place for celebrating life milestones!
Fui a festejar el cumpleanos de mi hija y nos encantó , la comida es deliciosa y abundante , el servicio es de lo mejor junto con la calidad de los platillos , no es poco lo s que se paga pero vale la pena
World class fine-dining. Upscale restaurant with a warm, intimate ambiance. Superb customer service, especially by manager Fatima, bar manager Anton, & server Jeremy.
We dropped in on a busy night without a reservation & got seated within 2 minutes. Then we met Tammy our server who made our night great. She had a good sense of humor & she helped us navigate the menu. The food was excellent & her suggestion for local red wine with our dinner was exceptional. Thank you Tammy for making a great dinner memorable.
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