FR
Montreal Restaurants: RestoMontreal.caMontreal Restaurants: RestoMontreal.ca

Logo RestoMontreal.ca

0
×
Loading filters...
Restaurant Top Pick

Jardin Nelson

Historic stone walls and lush garden greenery create the perfect backdrop for Jardin Nelson’s iconic crêpes and live jazz.

Old Montreal
4.5$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Photo of Jardin Nelson, Old Montreal - Montreal
CrêpesInternationalSandwichesGrilled Cheese
Owner? Claim the listing Our Services
Loading suggestions...

About

Jardin Nelson provides an expansive open-air setting centered on a historic courtyard environment. The menu prioritizes sweet and savory crêpes prepared with diverse fillings ranging from fresh fruit to melted cheeses and roasted meats. These signature thin pancakes serve as the culinary foundation alongside an international selection of pressed sandwiches and light salads. The dining space features lush greenery and live musical performances that complement the al fresco atmosphere. Patrons utilize the tiered seating areas to view the surrounding plaza activities while consuming their selections. The preparation technique emphasizes consistent textures and classic flavor profiles suitable for casual consumption. Every element of the service reflects a focus on accessibility and efficient delivery within a high-traffic pedestrian environment, ensuring that the primary culinary offerings remain the focal point of the visitor experience.

Details

Amenities, services & more

Loading restaurants nearby...
Loading...
4.5813 ratings
5★
68%
4★
20%
3★
6%
2★
5%
1★
1%

Mentioned in:

Jardin Nelson was featured in the article(s) below.

Restaurants in Old MontrealView More

Tiradito Restaurant
Gandhi Restaurant

Gandhi

230 Rue St-Paul O.
(2022)
Steak Frites St-Paul Restaurant
Vieux-Port Steakhouse Restaurant
Restaurant Mélisse Restaurant
Loading nearby events...
Loading related links...

Reviews for Jardin Nelson

Food
Service
on Google4.4 (4000+)
*as of 2026-08-01
4.5813 ratings
5★
68%
4★
20%
3★
6%
2★
5%
1★
1%
Write your review

Reviews often mention

jazz(123) music(111) live music(59) beautiful(50) terrasse(49) recommend(48) crepe(48) drink(34) salad(30) garden(29) band(29) musique(26)

Review Summary

Jardin Nelson is widely celebrated for its enchanting atmosphere, featuring a beautiful garden courtyard, vibrant greenery, and consistent live jazz performances that create a truly magical dining experience in Old Montreal. While many guests praise the diverse menu and highlight standout dishes like the crepes, ribs, and seafood, others find the food quality inconsistent, sometimes describing it as ordinary or overpriced. Service experiences vary significantly, ranging from highly professional and attentive to occasional delays, yet the restaurant remains a popular destination for its unique, romantic, and lively setting that consistently draws both locals and tourists year after year.
Page 20 of 53 - 524 Reviews
Ali
5.0

Food, service & vibe of the place was amazing. Would definitely come back.

Jun 5, 2025
on Google
Philippe
5.0

Une terrasse mythique & grand classique à bon prix.

Jun 5, 2025
on Google
Jamie
4.0

Jardin Nelson was buzzing with energy on a weeknight, & we were fortunate enough to snag a table in the beautiful garden, where we enjoyed live jazz music alongside our meal.

We started with the baby ribs glazed with Jack Daniel's & maple syrup, & they were absolutely delicious--fall-off-the-bone tender! A must-try for anyone. For our entrees, we opted for the pâté chinois au canard, which is akin to shepherd's pie but filled with succulent shredded duck, corn, & creamy mashed potatoes. It was simply delightful. The lasagna au gratin was also impressive, featuring layers of eggplant, tomato sauce, spinach, & peppers baked to perfection.

Jun 4, 2025
on Google
Patrick
5.0

Merci à Antoine pour son bon service! Très bel endroit pour l'ambiance & l'expérience musical avec les musiciens incroyables!

Jun 4, 2025
on Google
Sim
4.0

Great spot for live music & food. Tried the clam chowder which was well done, great taste & hot! Tried other items on the menu which were good but not overly memorable.

May 31, 2025
on Google
Zeina
5.0

Really nice experience at Jardin Nelson. The service was impeccable! We ordered 2 appetizers: Breaded & baked calamary & Brie with dried tomatoes & basil. Then ordered Pizza Charcutière & Du marché. All was amazing! The drinks were very good also. Had lychee martini (amazing) & a glass of red wine.
The atmosphere is superb, there is a live band playing & the ambiance is really nice as the seating area is outside in a huge garden. They have lots of heaters so dont worry if the weather is cold, you wont feel cold once seated.
Other things to note is that they do not accept groups of more than 6, which is perfectly fine to keep the noise level normal with the band playing.
Overall experience is a 10/10

May 28, 2025
on Google
????????
2.0

Extremely bad food. I'd love to see the chef try the so-called Caesar salad that has nothing to do with an actual Caesar, or the overcooked meat-stuffed crepes that are as dry as ash. This restaurant is clearly aimed at tourists & designed for one-time visits, with unjustifiably high prices.

May 25, 2025
on Google
Turev
5.0

Highly recommending the appetizers; especially shrimp. Ceviche is not something that i am used to but definitely good too.

& cocktails…

May 25, 2025
on Google
Negin
3.0

Great atmosphere but average quality food

May 25, 2025
on Google
Masoom
5.0

Loved the live music at this place!

May 24, 2025
on Google
www.restomontreal.ca