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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
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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.
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Reviews for Jardin Nelson

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on Google4.4 (4100+)
*as of 2026-08-15
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Review Summary

Jardin Nelson is widely celebrated as a quintessential Old Montreal destination, offering an enchanting garden courtyard experience filled with flowers, greenery, and top-tier live jazz music. Many guests describe the atmosphere as magical and unique, often noting that it feels like a peaceful European getaway. The service is frequently highlighted as warm, attentive, and professional, with many visitors praising the staff for their ability to handle large crowds while remaining friendly and accommodating to dietary restrictions. While experiences with the menu can vary, many diners thoroughly enjoy signature offerings like the seafood crepes, ribs, and fresh poke bowls. Despite occasional wait times due to its popularity, the majority of visitors find that the combination of beautiful surroundings, consistent musical entertainment, and overall vibe makes it a must-visit spot that is perfect for families, couples, and friends alike.
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4.0

Live music, lovely outdoor setting, & good food at a reasonable price. No complaints here.

Jul 31, 2022
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5.0

This restaurant has the best vibes & bavks it up with good food & service.
I've sent 2 couples to them in the past week.
Love this place!

Jul 30, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Excellente accueil & service impeccable

Jul 28, 2022
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5.0

Endroit magnifique, accueil très agréable & nourriture délicieuse. Vraiment tout est parfait surtout lorsque l'on peut réserver les midis de semaine, J'y retournerai avec grand palsir.

Jul 27, 2022
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5.0

Tres belle experience, super ambiance jazz & excellent service de notre serveur. Notre repas etait tres bon. Rien a redire, sauf que nous y retournerons tres bientot. Merci beaucoup de votre acceuil.

Jul 21, 2022
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1 Review
4.5

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!

Jul 20, 2022
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5.0

The atmosphere is of course amazing, but the food & service were also amazing! All 4 of us (2 kids, a parents) LOVED the experience!

Jul 18, 2022
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5.0

Un site magnifique, une bonne musique jazzée, un service impeccable, un menu varié & délicieux. Quel endroit merveilleux !

Jul 15, 2022
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5.0

Toujours aussi agréable année après année ! Je suis conquise depuis près de 30 ans! Excellent service, nourriture fraîche & un beau duo de musiciens, le midi. Le soir, l'ambiance y est enchanteresse avec un trio de musiciens & chanteur. Musique de style jazzée. Superbe terrasse ! Allez-y!

Jul 15, 2022
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4.0

La réservation me semble inutile ,aucune table ,était réservée malgre ma reservation & les sans-rendez-vous passaient avant moi

Jul 14, 2022