Île Flottante
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Île Flottante
Buzzy spot for creative French dishes & a stylish space decorated with eclectic local artwork.
Opens Today at 5:30 pm
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6 pm - 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 pm - 10 pm |
| Thursday | 5:30 pm - 10 pm |
| Friday | 5:30 pm - 10 pm |
| Saturday | 5:30 pm - 10 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
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J
We were fortunate to get a table on our recent visit to Montreal. This is probably our third or fourth visit over the years. The creativity is sustained & the complexity of the flavor is fantastic. There are more protein dishes on offer than before & I had a hard time with two dishes (quail & beef) where I had found them to be overly salty, thereby blunted the flavor of the ingredients from shining through. The two white wine we had were incredible & not usual find either. Service was efficient & pleasant.
One of our top picks over & over again.View more
Charles
The service was exceptional. The atmosphere was very cozy & pleasant.
The tasting menu was quite eclectic every plate was good, but lacked coherence. We were not blown away by the flavours.
The wine tasting was a significant disappointment. The wines were very good but did not pair well with the plates.View more
Florestan
5 étoiles amplement méritées pour la soirée que nous avons passé à l'Ile Flottante.
Le menu était un enchaînement de saveurs riches & exquises, adapté aux restrictions alimentaires de chacun.
Le service était excellent lui aussi.
Ce restaurant mérite à lui seul le déplacement sur Montréal.View more
K
There's not enough places like this in the city; a true gem. Reservations are essential, as the seating is assigned for the evening; it's a leisurely dinning experience.
The dishes are beautifully plated & the combinations are delightfully flavourful & balanced.
My one detractor from the evening would be it is rather difficult to converse; there is little to no sound isolation & gets quite loud at peak times & the music; the selection of which seems poorly-suited to the environment.
Having said all this, a new menu is relesed every 6 weeks, I have every intention of returning.View more
AmSoGood
Définitivement déçu de l'île Flottante, un restaurant qui fait fréquemment la liste des meilleurs restaurants a Montréal. Je dirais que la nourriture était bonne mais rien d'exceptionnel, la ou il y a un sérieux problème c'est la vitesse du service. Le menu dégustation offre un grand nombre de service 12 si je me souviens bien. Cependant le temps d'attente entre chaque service est beaucoup trop élevé.
Lorsque nous y étions il y avait environ 8 personnes dans le restaurant. Au total le repas a prit environ 4:30 heures pour deux personnes.
Dans un tel contexte, je pense que le service aurait dû être beaucoup plus rapide.View more
Jas
By far the best restaurant I've been to in MontrealView more
Mathilde
J'y suis allée pour l'anniversaire de ma petite soeur, plats & accord mets vins aussi incroyable que toute l'équipeView more
Gwendoline
Quelle merveille ! Un sans faute, service incroyable, la nourriture était magique ! Le seul petit bémol c'est que 6 services c'est vraiment beaucoup, j'aurais préféré pouvoir choisir d'en avoir moins !View more
Norman
Went with my friend & had a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely be back!View more
Geneviève
De loin ma meilleure expérience gastronomique montréalaise à vie. Les accords mets & vins venaient avec des histoires & des mises en contexte, merci 🙏 à la sommelière!View more
Yoyo
The food was excellent. I particularly enjoyed the wine pairing, which complemented the dishes beautifully. Considering the price & the quality-I'd say this is one of the top restaurants in Montreal. The staff were also incredibly friendly & approachable, adding to the overall positive experience. The only dish that felt a bit out of place was the'leek ramen.' While I genuinely appreciate fine dining cuisine infused with ingredients from other cultures, this ramen dish seemed somewhat odd compared to the rest of the menu.View more
Naz
Absolutely amazing dining experience! As someone with a gluten allergy I truly appreciate how well they accommodated my needs. Every dish was incredible, but the highlight for me was the beef tartare! Everything was cooked to perfection, & the flavors were just phenomenal!!
We also opted for the wine pairing, & I highly recommend it, it complemented each course beautifully.. Despite the restaurant being quite busy, the service was top-notch. The staff were not only attentive but also incredibly knowledgeable about both the menu & the wine selections. I'll definitely be coming back!!View more
Jan
Everytime we visit Montreal we try to get a table at an upscale restaurant or two, & Île Flottante is one of best restaurants we've been to. We will be coming back here again for sure.
We were very happy with every aspect of our experience, the staff were pleasant & very kind. The kitchen staff were great too. Thanks to all for the memorable meal & convivial atmosphere & service. We hope you get your star.View more
Anne-Krystel
Honnêtement, je donne un 5 étoiles 🌟 malgré que l'attente pour recevoir le premier repas a été très longue car la découverte dans ce restaurant a été incroyable. L'île flottante de Montréal était un pur délice ! Je recommande fortement ce restaurant : il en vaut vraiment la peine. Les plats sont succulents, le service est chaleureux, & l'ambiance est des plus agréables. J'adore !View more
Carson
If you have 4.5 HOURS to spare, this is a good spot. PROS: 1) The food & service is well above average. 2) They accommodated our vegan & gluten free requirements. CONS: 1) It took almost FIVE hours to complete a 7-course service for TWO people. This was while tables around us were getting their courses nearly twice as quickly. Needless to say, this is WAY too long & really soured our overall experience. Might I suggest offering bedding in the back between courses? Overall, we had a good experience, but there is some way to go in order to become a top tier restaurant (ex.: most of our plates were chipped).View more
Aditya
Came here for my birthday & Ile Flottante made it unforgettable. Alice was my primary server & she made me feel so welcome to the sommelier who explained all the wine pairings to me to the manager who regularly checked in. Not to mention the cute waiter & the chef who did shots with me to celebrate my birthday - thank you for an amazing experience, I will have to come back!View more
Matt
One of the best meals I've had in a while. Visited with a group of 6 & they accommodated multiple dietary restrictions without batting an eye. The mushroom dish was one of the best things I've ever eaten - both interesting, complex, & delicious. Will be making this a regular stop when visiting Montreal.View more
John
Having been a regular patron since they opened, every meal at Ile Flottante has always been a culinary delight, with the goosebump factor regularly exceeding that of Bouillon Bilk & even Toque. As a Michelin-chasing foodie who regularly travels for food adventures, I was excited to hear that Michelin was coming to town, so I thought Ile Flottante would pull out all the stops when we came (Oct 4). If any restaurant deserved a chance at 2 or 3 stars (for food alone), this was it. They don't have the rarified atmosphere or most experienced staff, but their food just couldn't be beat. This time was an unmitigated disaster. The menu was experimental, bizarre & eclectic, in a bad way. The food was good, but it didn't speak of greatness (as it had always done). The dishes that made people always come back (the special home baked bread) were absent. A new manager/waiter seems to have partnered with them who took it upon himself to spill our plates twice, & make us drinks that were not worthy of your name. (He later explained that the bartender was not there that evening). Ile Flottante, if you're listening, I am your greatest fan & acolyte in Montreal. Michelin is in town- this is the one time you shouldn't mess around. Get your act together, pull out your best dishes from the last ten years, & hire the best staff you can afford. (What do you think Bouillon Bilk is doing?) Your food was always been the best in town, it is your one chance to receive the accolade you so deserve.View more
Jiashu
unbearably salty, & even after I complained twice, nothing was done. No apology, no adjustments-just three hours of frustration. I drank 10 glasses of water to cope!!!! The service was disorganized, adding ingredient after the dish is served! Whether the chef had an off day or deliberately ignored quality control, I cannot say, & the high prices aren't justified by the quality. I wouldn't recommend this place; it's a waste of time & money!!!!!View more