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Grinder

Raw & cooked meats & seafood for sharing, plus boutique wines, in urban digs with a canopied patio.
Griffintown
4.5$$ & $$$
OPEN11:30 am - 3 pm, 5 pm - 11 pm
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Grinder Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
SteakhouseSeafood/FishFrenchTartareGrillGreat selection of cocktailsGreat selection of winesResto-Bar
Grinder restaurant is located on Notre-Dame street, in the heart of Griffintown. Indeed, this neighborhood located in the southwest of Montreal is dynamic and promising; residential and commercial projects are already underway.

The original decor screams Zébulon Perron (Furco, Buvette à Simone, Philémon). He created a comfortable and warm restaurant, kitchen and raw bar. Grinder characterizes itself by vintage and modern elements such as glass and metal.

On the menu, raw & cooked items: tartares, tatakis, ceviches, carpaccios, etc. Also on the menu, steaks and grilled or braised pieces of meats, all to be shared. Grinder also offers a variety of fish and seafood, served cooked or raw as well. More than a simple steakhouse, all food lovers will find something to their liking among their selection of fresh products.

A 100% of their wine list consists of privately imported wines, always changing with the seasons, and of course focusing on wines produced while respecting nature.

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Reviews for Grinder

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on Google4.3 (2500+)
*as of 2026-02-15
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Review Summary

Grinder draws crowds with an upscale yet warm, industrial chic vibe and a menu that shines with beef and seafood, signature tartares and sharing plates. The steaks, including NY strip, ribeye, and tomahawk for two, are consistently praised for flavor and precise cooking, while seafood and tartares such as beef tartare, tuna, scallops, and calamari offer variety. The service is repeatedly described as attentive and friendly, with many experiences highlighted by helpful staff and thoughtful gestures like complimentary desserts or birthday touches, though service can be slow or disjointed on busy nights and some tables report hearing issues due to noise. The atmosphere is lively, stylish, and convivial, with strong wine lists and occasional DJ nights. Prices run high, but the quality and portion sizes are widely seen as worth it by many patrons. Overall Grinder is viewed as a premier Montreal destination for steak lovers, celebrations, and groups, delivering consistently excellent meat and seafood, a memorable ambiance, and reliable hospitality, while noting room for improvement in pacing and acoustics at peak times.
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C'est vraiement un bon restaurant bien entretenue, la nourriture y est super, les cocktails etaient bien concu. Sinserement j'ai qu'une envie c'est d'y retourne

May 10, 2025
on Google
5.0

Le staff est très accueillant.

Elsy est la définition pure de l'hospitalité.

Merci encore pour tout

May 9, 2025
on Google
5.0

Une véritable pépite gastronomique à Montréal, le Restaurant Grinder allie raffinement, ambiance chaleureuse & service irréprochable. Dès l'entrée, l'atmosphère élégante mais décontractée donne le ton. Le personnel est attentionné, professionnel & parfaitement à l'écoute, ajoutant une touche personnalisée à chaque visite.

Côté assiette, c'est un sans-faute : des viandes d'une qualité exceptionnelle, parfaitement maîtrisées, des accompagnements savoureux & créatifs, & une carte des vins soigneusement sélectionnée. Mention spéciale pour le tartare de boeuf & le steak tomahawk, des incontournables à chaque passage.

Le souci du détail, la constance dans l'exécution & l'expérience client hors pair font du Grinder une référence incontournable pour les amateurs de bonne chère. Un restaurant où chaque visite devient une expérience mémorable. Bravo à toute l'équipe !

May 7, 2025
on Google

My friend & i were trying to find a restaurant to eat at for our girls night out, & we landed on grinder
we decided to drive there & to our surprised they had valet as well which made it super convenient
grinder exceeded our expectations & we will be coming back for sure, food was amazing, service was 10/10, music & atmosphere was 10/10
we even got offered free dessert at the end of our night which was delicious

May 7, 2025
on Google

Pour y avoir mangé hier soir : une formidable expérience avec une viande excellente, un dessert fameux, un service parfait, que ce soit la serveuse ou bien le gérant qui est un très bon conseiller pour le vin (la carte des vins est très fournie) & qui est très professionnel, une ambiance au top, bref un restaurant incontournable pour qui souhaite passer une très bonne soirée tout en se régalant les papilles gustatives !

May 6, 2025
on Google

Great meal, service & atmosphere. Had a ribeye, salmon tartare, with a side of mushrooms all of which were very good.

May 4, 2025
on Google

Conforme aux attentes

Apr 25, 2025
on Google
3.0

Good food but the wait was just too much. They did offer free dessert.

Apr 22, 2025
on Google

We were really craving a good steak dinner during our trip to Montreal & came across Grinder on Google as one of the more casual steak spots that still had reservations available. The overall vibe of the restaurant was chic & cozy-definitely a nice atmosphere to enjoy a meal.

We ordered the surf & turf platter for 3, & the tomahawk steak was cooked to absolute perfection-perfectly medium rare & super flavorful. One of the sides we chose was the mushrooms, & they were a standout-highly recommend! The lobster, unfortunately, was a bit of a letdown-it didn't taste very fresh-but the quality of the tomahawks definitely made up for it. The cocktails were also well done & complemented the meal nicely.

The only downside for us was the table setup. The table was quite small for the size of the platter & portions, & with the way it was arranged for three people, it felt a bit awkward & cramped.

Overall, though, it was a solid steak dinner in a great setting. Would come back again, maybe with a bigger group & better table setup!

Apr 21, 2025
on Google

We had Kenya as waitress excellent service. started off with a expresso martini . Went with the cornish hen excellent.

Apr 12, 2025
on Google

Awesome time

Apr 9, 2025
on Google
5.0

Grindr?

Apr 9, 2025
on Google

Pricy but tasty, if we can describe you get what you pay fort on a note, you enjoy meat seafood & a simple & easy sitting vibe, it's a sure shot

Apr 8, 2025
on Google

I always come here whenever I come to Montreal, always 5 star reviews. The French onion soup is just amazing

Apr 7, 2025
on Google
4.0

Dear grinder pls bring back the old carpaccio i hate the new one!!! 😂 The green salad is so good the ginger vinaigrette is so bomb!!! I love beef short ribs & the aligot potatoes. I personally think the menu needs a revamp but i love the pudding au chomeur im guilty of going to grinder just for that 😄

Apr 7, 2025
on Google
5.0

Kicked off the night at Grinder with a dozen fresh oysters-clean, briny, & the perfect start. For the main event, the rib steak for two didn't disappoint-juicy, flavorful, & beautifully cooked. The mashed potatoes & mushrooms on the side were rich & comforting without stealing the spotlight. It was a quiet night, which made it ideal for a business meeting-great ambiance, professional service, & just the right balance between upscale & relaxed. Solid choice for both steak lovers & those looking to talk business over a great meal.

Apr 4, 2025
on Google
5.0

So great restaurant must visit in Montreal.

Mar 31, 2025
on Google

Food was delicious. Rib eye was perfect. The pudding chomeur was INCREDIBLE

Mar 30, 2025
on Google

Amazing supper: great ambiance, amazing service & extensive wine list! As a
main, ordered the flétan which was super good, will be back

Mar 30, 2025
on Google
5.0

We had a boys night. Amazing service at the little bar by Lee-Ann. We got the carpaccio & the oysters. Steak as a mean course. Good vibes- quick service - amazing waitress. We really recommend

Mar 29, 2025
on Google