Grille-Nature by chef-owners Derek Damann and David McMillan is an end-of-career promise kept. These two longtime chefs, bound by mutual admiration, have teamed up to bring to their beloved West Island a restaurant for everyone. Seafood, vegetables, and prime cuts of responsibly farmed meats and local products are always on hand. A welcoming bar, an eclectic wine list, and a warm staff are ready to create something new in hospitality, surrounded by purveyors of true quality.
Two chefs, two farms, two families, one restaurant. Quality goods only.
Reviews of Grille Nature converge on a standout West Island dining experience, with generous portions, inventive and well executed dishes, and attentive service in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Dishes range from crowd pleasers like burgers and seafood to ambitious specials, with many highlights such as scallops, foie gras, crispy fries, and a strong bread and butter service, and a well curated drink program. While the overall food quality and vibe receive high praise, several guests note high prices for the portion sizes and occasional inconsistencies in pacing or execution, including one steak that was chewy or overcooked, some sides priced a la carte, and a few visits where service or timing could be improved. Still, the restaurant is described as lively yet comfortable, with a family friendly vibe and a level of hospitality that makes visitors feel welcomed and well cared for, and many plan to return to try more dishes.
Friends made a reservation 2 months ahead & we were all looking forward to a great meal. Our waiter Dean was excellent. Attentive & friendly & efficient. Devore was very nice with a great warmth & attention to detail. My wife ordered the hanger steak. I ordered the thick cut bacon & the New York strip aux poivre. Unfortunately both our steaks were overcooked but we're still tasty. The bacon was delicious & well prepared. My buddy & his wife ordered the Caesar salad which they said was delicious. He ordered the burger which was great & his wife ordered the hanger steak which was also overcooked. Seemed like the kitchen had some issues with doneness this night. For dessert, we had the Marjolaine cake which was good but pricey at $16 for a small slice. Strange considering most menu items were quite reasonable. Our friends had the sticky toffee cake which they liked. Sitting in a lovely restaurant with excellent service is always fun. Will definitely be back.
Apr 21, 2026
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Le poisson était tout simplement excellent (morue) honnêtement, le meilleur mangé à ce jour. Le steak, cuit à la perfection, avec un goût incroyable de grill… un vrai régal! 🔥
& le poulet au beurre, délicieux comme tout, sans parler des autres entrées (olive parmesan, mortadelle, calmar, avocat chaud, thon) qui étaient toutes aussi savoureuses.
Que dire du sorbet au coconut… à essayer absolument! ✨
On sent le soin & l'attention dans chacun des plats.
Le service est chaleureux & familial, on s'est sentis comme à la maison dès notre arrivés.
L'ambiance est chaleureuse, avec des couleurs vivantes qui rendent l'endroit encore plus agréable, (excellent choix de musique)
Nous avons été servis comme des rois.
Merci pour l'expérience 🤩
Une adresse à découvrir absolument. On va y retourner, très bientôt ! 👌🍷🍧🐠🥩🍰
Amazing service & even better food, I was recently in NYC & tried the Delmonicos porterhouses, the one I had here was right up there & that's a statement in itself
I was really looking forward to this restaurant. Everything was great before we were officially seated, but then I noticed the table was uneven, so I used the paper from the fries to balance it. The food was quite good, with strong Japanese influences. Throughout the meal, I had to pour my own drinks. When it came time to pay, they actually forgot to include the cost of the drinks-if this were a shop, they probably wouldn't be able to charge it afterward, haha!
Apr 17, 2026
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Everything about this place is amazing. Was there recently for my birthday & every single bite was a wow....genuinly a true culinary experience. Can't wait to go back here.
A very good restaurant. Glad they are now in the West Island. Food is delicious. Outstanding service, they raise the bar. Got to meet one of the owners tonight, I felt welcomed & appreciated. I will definitely return with friends.
Apr 16, 2026
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Absolutely outstanding meal, impeccable service & a very positive vibe in the restaurant. I was blown away & I will be returning. Thank you for a fabulous experience, see you soon.
The service in the dining area was excellent, & the food quality was truly top-notch. Our server was number one as well,exceptional, attentive, & truly made the experience stand out. We go back again.
The experience was a bit disappointing. The food arrived cold, which took away from the meal, & the pricing felt somewhat high for what was offered. Overall, it didn't quite meet expectations, & I'm not sure I would return.
Apr 9, 2026
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Went on a Thursday around 4:15 & we basically had the whole place to ourselves, which was amazing.
Our server was 10/10 he was super knowledgeable, explained everything on the menu, & made the whole experience even better.
The food was fantastic. I honestly don't think I've had better duck confit in Montreal (only time I've had it this good was in Paris). The béarnaise sauce was out of this world, & the calamari was perfectly coated, seasoned, & delicious.
Loved the atmosphere, & both chefs being there made it feel really special.
As someone who grew up in the West Island & a foodie for 34 years, I'm so happy there's finally a spot like this here. They really nailed it. Already planning my next visit.
I also shared a reel with more on my IG: @mtlfoodgal
I used to love coming out to Grille Nature for the steak frites, it was the only thing that made the drive from the city worth it. But going from $29 to $39 since December, roughly a 35% increase, is hard to justify. At that price, I might as well stay in the city & go to L'Express or Liverpool House instead.
We ate like kings here. The portions are very generous. We ordered 3 mains off the specials menu (black cod 10/10, pork with lentils 9/10, & the Denver steak 8/10) along with a side of fries which were surprisingly exceptional, bread (11/10), Caesar salad (10/10), & warm olives (10/10) to start. Everything was delicious. Our only complaint was that the cut of steak was very very chewy & probably should have been cooked a bit more (which would have compromised the juiciness but may have helped the chewiness). I also ordered a ceasar & I think that may have been the best Caesar (drink) I've ever had.
