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.
Very delicious, we took the Blue cheese salad + Salmon/Rice + Rib steak/baked Patato with Diane Sauce. Everything was great, & super service!! Would definetly come back!!
It was my first time visiting this steakhouse. The rib steak I had was well cooked & seasoned, I would order that again. However, I did find my baked potatoe to be a bit on the dry side, but it still tasted good. Overall, my disappointment comes from the lack of attentive service from the wait staff. We were a large group & felt like the service could have been sharper. For example, the wrong dishes being served to some, errors for a number of people with their bills at the end of the night & even the way our drink orders were taken (we had to ask them) & how long we had to wait for it. I expect better from this kind of steakhouse for their wait staff service.
Incredible experience! Our waiter, Mike, was fantastic from start to finish. The service is next level. They're very attentive & go above & beyond tk make sure you have a good time. That's not to mention the food which was just as fantastic. I had the halibut & I highly recommend it, one of the better fish dishes I've had at a restaurant.
I've been going to Gibby's for my birthday going on 8 years now. Unlike most other steakhouses, you get all the trimmings with your meal. I love this restaurant but since it was bought by another company, there are some minor differences that changed the experience for me. • they can only serve the pickles, bacon bits & bread once you place your food order. ( we were waiting for the rest of the party to order the food but had ordered drinks, we were kind of hungry so waiting wasn't fun) • the staff don't get their tips like they used to so it wasn't the nicest news to hear since they work hard. • the staff feel like their new uniforms are not as clean cut because their arms are exposed. They used to have long sleeves & it brought extra class to the establishment. (They are 100% right. • the drink prices skyrocketed. • I don't know what they changed in the crab cakes, it wasn't the best. • I have 8 years of pictures they take for your birthday & the new ones they took ... it's so small. I put it next to my other ones & it's so sad. The rest was great but don't change a good thing.
Jul 3, 2024
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Gibby's is a must go to when you visit Old Montreal. The service was impeccable. Every bite was a wow! Serving on pewter plates was charming given the building dates back to the 1500's. The sorbet between meals you don't see very often. We had Beef Wellington & rack of lambs. The meat was so tender. The Morocco potato was amazing. You could taste the onion & bacon pieces & the potato was so creamy. The crème brulee was made with vanilla bean was topped off with fresh strawberries... delicious! Ending the meal with a dark chocolate mint wafers was the grand finale!
The food was very good. Would specially recommend the wild shrimp as an appetizer. The main course came a tiny bit slower than usual by the staff responded perfectly. We didn't even notice at first, but they gave us free appetizers without us even mentioning . The service was great & our waiter was very kind.
Great selection of steaks. Well executed dishes. Rack of lamb was a delight! & OMG the carpaccio! The truffles scent on the carpaccip was so aromatic! One of the best we've ever had. Highly recommend for anyone who enjoys a good ol' fashion steakhouse.
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I attended a private party here with about 60 guests. It was exceptional. They offered branded menus & the service was impeccable. The food was delicious. I have zero complaints except there was sooooo much food & it was all so great I left too full! Would absolutely get their halibut again. The service was extraordinary & they were diligent with refills & keeping things/people sorted.
My wife & I dined at Gibby's June 24th as we celebrated our 30th anniversary. The food, ambience, & service was exceptional. Special thanks to our server Sarah, who truly made it a wonderful evening for us.
A true 5 star steak house experience in Montreal! An absolute must! The experience starts off in a beautiful heritage building in Old Port of Montreal. You will find helpful staff & white tablecloth tables. We came here with a large party so we ordered almost everything on the menu to try. The cowboy steak is a true show stopper. Flavorful, well served & not chewy. Perfect to share. The mains come with a salad, a trou normand & side (Monte Carlo potato is a must) Beef wellington was so well done! Flaky on the outside, tender meat on the inside. The sauce that came with it was also excellent. For dessert, the chocolate Gibby's is excellent. Like a chocolate hazelnut mousse with a nice textured layer in there. Staff was attentive & knew the menu well. Highly recommend!
