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.
Reviews consistently praise Grinder for high quality steaks, seafood, and flavorful dishes, with many mentions of memorable experiences, generous portions, and a chic, energetic atmosphere that suits celebrations; however, service quality varies, occasional delays or forgetfulness occur, some dishes and sides receive mixed feedback, and the noise level or crowding can be a drawback during busy times.
First & last visit. The place looks upscale, but the experience didn't live up to the hype. For a bill of $253 for two, we were served a single small steak, a bit of salad, two mojitos - & yes, I had to pay extra for the fries.
At that price point, the portions should be generous, & basics like fries shouldn't come as an add-on. It felt more like we paid for the presentation than the food.
Disappointing overall. Montreal has many restaurants that deliver far better value & satisfaction for half the price.
Grinders is the best place by far!
'An exquisite dining experience! The atmosphere is captivating, the food is exceptional, & Alejandro's warmth truly shines as he effortlessly brings people together, enhancing the meal with his exceptional service. A must-visit for those seeking not just a meal, but a memorable culinary journey.'
Le service est excellent & la disposition du restaurant fait rêver. Les plats & les sauces sont recherchés. Je recommande fortement ce restaurant. Vous passerez une bonne soirée en groupes.
May 21, 2025
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Excellent resto. Cool. Décontracté mais de qualité. Un endroit pour les tannants, les gens décomplexés. Ici les gens se parlent, se cruisent, j'aime :) toujours un beau moment. Merci xxx
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
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 !
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
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 !
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!
