Le Jardin Nelson, housed in an historic building that dates back to 1812 in Montreal's Old Montreal, is known for its large, heated outdoor terrace. Le Jardin Nelson specializes in crepes, pizzas and salads but the crepes are the most popular. Enjoy live classical music during lunch and a jazz singer during the evenings on the terrace.
Reviews describe Jardin Nelson as a picturesque Old Montreal spot with a lush courtyard and a lively terrace, where live jazz and a warm, relaxed vibe elevate meals. The setting is repeatedly praised for its greenery and ambience, with heaters making outdoor dining comfortable even as crowds gather. Service is typically described as attentive and friendly, though some guests note slower pacing during busy times and occasional inconsistencies. Dishes receive mixed verdicts, with many praising seafood, duck, crepes, and cocktails, while a few meals feel overpriced or underwhelming. Overall the standout draw is the ambiance and musical atmosphere, with many recommending a visit to enjoy the vibe and come back to explore more of the menu.
One of the most Beautiful dine-in places i have ever visited! Calm & relaxing beautiful atmosphere with very sweet crew members providing amazing service! The food was the best & if you dont know where to go in Montreal for amazing food experience, this is the best place to visit! Highly recommended!
5 out of 5 stars
Jardin Nelson is a hidden gem in the old port. The food is absolutely delicious, & the atmosphere is cozy & inviting. We started our meal with the pizza charcutiere, which was loaded with toppings & had a perfectly crispy crust. For our main course, we had the lobster homade salad & the crepe florentine. The lobster salad was fresh & flavorful, & the crepe florentine was rich & decadent. The band was playing some very nice atmospheric songs, which added to the overall enjoyment of our meal. The service was also excellent, & our server was very attentive & friendly. Overall, we had a wonderful experience at Jardin Nelson & would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious meal in a cozy & inviting atmosphere.
We were travelling here from Vancouver & we have to say that this was our favorite restaurant of our entire vacation. The food was amazing, the ambiance was fantastic & we had the lemon ice cream dessert that was definitely one of the best desserts we've had. We highly recommend Jardin Nelson!
Wonderful restaurant. This place came highly recommended to us (first timers to Montreal) & it did not disappoint! Food was amazing, second only to the ambience of the terrace. Bravo!
While service was genial & the music lovely, you feel like you are on a group tour. Lines to get in, lines once in, a menu like an Applebees. "Recommended " by all the tour guides - but I doubt they would go themselves
Wonderful restaurant! Our server was amazing, delicious food & live jazz played during our meal. Definitely recommend this lovely place to anyone visiting Montreal.
May 8, 2022
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Ordinaire. Sans plus. J'ai commandé le saumon frais servi sur lit de nouilles, plat recommandé par le serveur & j'ai été très déçue. Goût fade, saumon sec. Ma soeur a commandé des côtes levées frites, les côtes levées étaient bonnes, mais les frites étaient froides. Mon conjoint a commandé la crêpe fermière, peu impressionnée pour une soi-disant spécialité. J'ai apprécié l'ambiance, le décor & le jazz. Bon service. Je ne pense pas y retourner.
