Depuis plus de 30 ans, Le Jardin Nelson est l'endroit à ne pas manquer lors d'un passage dans le Vieux-Montréal. Ce restaurant a été nommé ainsi en l'honneur du Dr Wolfred Nelson, patriote de la rébellion de 1837, et neuvième maire de Montréal. L'immense terrasse extérieure pouvant accueillir jusqu'à 500 personnes se situe en plein cœur d'une vaste cour de style jardin méditerranéen. La multitude de fleurs et d'arbustes florissants, méticuleusement entretenus, ajoute une touche de vivacité et de dynamisme à l'endroit.
Jardin Nelson est salué pour son cadre magique dans le vieux Montréal, avec une cour intérieure verdoyante, du live jazz et une terrasse extérieure accueillante qui reste agréable grâce aux chauffages, créant une ambiance détendue et romantique; les critiques soulignent l'ambiance et les performances musicales comme le point fort, tandis que la nourriture reçoit des avis mitigés, avec beaucoup de plats décrits comme délicieux et bien présentés, mais certains retours évoquent une qualité et une valeur variables et un service parfois lent en période d'afflux; Dans l'ensemble, la combinaison d'ambiance, de musique et d'équipe serviable en fait un endroit mémorable que les visiteurs ont souvent envie de revisiter.
Jardin Nelson is one of the best restaurants that I have ever been to. The service & food are outstanding! The ambience in the courtyard was magical, especially with the live music & singing. Highly recommend!!! p.s. if you see a long line, don't worry, it moves very quickly
13 août 2025
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L'ambiance, l'experience, l'architecture vraiment beau 🤩!
La nourriture bien, pas déçu 😍
Cependant le temps d'attente pour un groupe de 6 à été de 1h30-2h, il passait des tables de 2-3-4-5 avant nous malgré que nous sommes arrivés avant eux. Déçu pour cela.
La serveuse Jess & l'hôtesse avec le tooth gem (j'ai pas demandé son nom oups) étaient des perles! Excellent service, excellente bouffe malgré l'achalandage. Merci!!
JN is one of those rare gems in Montreal where the ambience completely steals the show. Whether it's during the day or evening, the relaxed atmosphere, live jazz, & beautiful greenery-enhanced by a whimsical rainwater system trickling through umbrella canopies-create a truly unique experience. Unfortunately, the food doesn't match the setting; the pizza is disappointing, the chicken burger is just okay, & the cocktails are decent at best. Its kids friendly & they provide coloring set to kids, but make sure your kids enjoy the live music & not ruin the experience;-)! Still, despite the mediocre food, I find myself going back again & again for the charm & vibe alone.
4 août 2025
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We had an amazing experience at Jardin Nelson! The service was warm, attentive, & efficient from start to finish. We ordered the chicken burger, crepes, & the chicken poke bowl, & every dish was absolutely delicious. The flavors were fresh & well-balanced, & the presentation was great. The atmosphere was also lovely, making it the perfect spot to relax & enjoy a great meal. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality food & top-notch service in a beautiful setting!
My partner & I came on Sunday evening before a show, our waiter took our order & after an hour & 3 minutes we didn't receive anything-not even a water refill. At first we understood that it was busy but even people who were seated after us were receiving their food. Due to us being on a time limit due to our show we asked for the check so we can leave, the waiter brought the check & said he would bring the food in a take out, we then waited an additional 15 minutes & ultimately left. Bad service - everyone in our section didn't even receive a water refill.p
28 juil. 2025
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This is the only restaurant I go to each time I'm in Montreal.
It is so unique.
You must sit in the back for the experience.
The food was good.
Love the sangria.
Good live music.
We had such a good time here.
Highly recommend!
The Jardin is a very nice place & I'll admit that the atmosphere & the vibes of this place is top notch. It's a lovely place to get into if you can, though it is often extremely busy. Personally, if you're in the area & there isn't a line, it's a great place to drop in & enjoy. Gotta shout out the jazz band too. I just don't think that it's worth the long wait most people need to go through to get into it.
Nous étions un groupe de 8 personnes & nos attentes étaient élevées. Endroit vraiment magnifique avec un excellent service (merci Eric!). Plats servis étaient délicieux & bien présentés. La proprio (sympathique)est même venue nous saluer. Je recommande vivement!
26 juil. 2025
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This is a must try restaurant in Montreal. The vibes & atmosphere are next level. Ask to sit in the back courtyard if available, it's 100% worth it! The decor, the music (live jazz) really bring the restaurant to life. The food is decent, we had the tostadas as starters & pancakes as main. Pretty good but nothing amazing. But the environment really makes the restaurant unique! Great drink selection, perfect outdoor brunch spot on a nice summer day!
We had a really lovely dinner at Jardin Nelson in Montreal. The atmosphere was warm & full of life - especially because of the live music. There were several musicians performing while we dined, & it added something really special to the experience. During jazz festival season, it's even more vibrant, with music floating through the air & talented artists keeping everyone entertained. It feels like one of those classic Montreal spots where you just want to linger.
The food was absolutely delicious. The chef did an excellent job - everything we ordered was fresh, full of flavor, & beautifully presented. The menu is rich & diverse, so everyone in our group found something they really enjoyed, whether it was seafood, vegetarian dishes, or something light & refreshing.
Our waitress, Melina, was amazing - friendly, attentive, & genuinely warm. She made us feel welcome & taken care of throughout the whole meal.
The desserts were also fantastic - a perfect way to end the evening. Overall, the service, the food, & the live music created a memorable night. If you're visiting Montreal, Jardin Nelson is definitely worth a stop.
I stumbled across this beautiful restaurant while exploring Old Montreal & boy am I glad I did. The vibe of the patio was so warm & welcoming, the roast pork sandwich on rosemary focaccia bread was delicious, & fries were perfect. I also enjoyed the white wine sangria & would absolutely order all of this again. Our server was kind & prompt, & the jazz in the background was really enjoyable. If I'm back in Montreal again soon, I will definitely come back.
