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.
Thanks to the Manager Adil, our engagement dinner of 60 people was great. He made the experience exquisite! Thank you so much Adil for the great service & for taking care of us 🙏🏼
Aug 24, 2024
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Phil was the most incredible waiter & we had the best steak ever here! Cannot recommend enough & cannot wait to come back again. Thank you all for a wonderful experience.
Gibbys is an establishment in Montreal & has some of the best steaks in the area. Not only was the food delicious, the staff were incredible. Visiting from the States, we didn't have any idea what were local, non touristy things to do. Our waiter Jean Marc took the time to create a list of landmarks & sites to see. He was super personable & made our evening enjoyable. We had a fabulous time at Gibbys because of the food but mostly because of the warm & inviting staff.
Wait time is short, main was served right after appetizers. Location is perfect for tourists, being an attraction while also withholding its professional service Lamb rack & beef Wellington is definitely worth trying.
What a wonderful location. Really good steak & potatoes. The rest is sub par. Waiter did not know the wine list. (3x SAQ prices!) Save half the bill & go to the Keg.
Came here for my mothers birthday. The decor was gorgeous, perfectly reflecting the Nouvelle France history of the building. The house salad is hands down the best salad I've ever had. However, the mains were a bit of a let down. This might've been because of the dinner rush, but the bathrooms were completely trashed. There was toilet paper & hand towel all over the floors. I brought this to the attention of the wait staff & they were very professional & got it sorted out quickly. Overall, wasn't a bad meal whatsoever, but was it worth the steep price tag? For me, it's a no.
My husband & I drove down from Ottawa for our anniversary dinner. We had the absolute honour of being accompanied by Kas. He was genuinely such a gem. Explained every & anything to us. Was a delight while bringing us our appetizers & meals etc. I don't usually leave reviews,but my husband & I were so happy with his service. The food was great,but we'll be back just to see him. Thanks again Kas!
Aug 14, 2024
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Food was 5/5. The bread & pickles to start were excellent. My husband said the clam chowder was the best he has ever had. I ordered 3 lobster tail dinner with Monte Carlo potato & asparagus. My husband had the filet mignon & a lobster tail with the same sides. The monte carlo potato is excellent. Unfortunately we did not know you could get croutons or bacon on your salad as our server never asked if we wanted any. Nor did he offer us a second cocktail or check to see how our meal was. The service was a 3/5 at best. That is generous. It was unfortunate as the other server working the room that night was excellent. What a difference a server can make to your overall experience. We told her we wished she would have served us when we asked her for the bill as our server seemed to disappear.
Our visit to Gibby's was wonderful. If we could give 10 stars to our server, Edmond, we would. He wad great. Food was top notch & the atmosphere was wonderful. The valet guy was super nice as well. All around great evening.
The classic steak house is done right & timeless. The food was impeccable, service was truly quality, & the atmosphere was nostalgic of an older time. If you're looking for a great dinner, come here sometime.
Aug 12, 2024
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Superbe soirée grâce à Cass qui nous a servi comme des rois. Du début à la fin il a su faire de cette événement une expérience incroyable. Des origines du bâtiment à l'histoire du restaurant il a su nous faire apprendre tout en nous divertissant. Les explications claires du menu & les réponses à nos questions nous très bien quidé à travers les choix variés. 10 étoiles si je pouvais le donne
If I'm being honest, for the price, the experience was not great. I've been to Gibby's before. This time it felt like they were just not trying despite the exorbitant prices. Sad.
