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.
Jardin Nelson is praised for a magical courtyard setting in Old Montreal, with lush greenery, live jazz, and a welcoming outdoor terrace that stays comfortable with heaters, creating a relaxed and romantic atmosphere; the reviews repeatedly highlight the ambiance and musical performances as the highlight, while the food receives mixed mentions, with many dishes described as delicious and well presented, yet some visits noting variability in quality and value and occasional slow service in busy times; overall the combination of atmosphere, music, and attentive staff makes it a memorable spot that visitors often return to.
Great location & great service. The outside terrace gets the evening sun......& there are outside heaters too! The food is also good although the menu isn't particularly extensive. Overall a very good experience & would definitely return.
I was kind of hoping for more. I had heard whispers of this place & went in assuming it would be a bit fancy, but it's honestly a bit more laid back then I expected. Lovely outdoor area & live band, but the food was kind of meh & there was a lot more families with young kids than I thought there would be. Not bad but I'd probably opt for the Italian place next door if I had to choose.
May 19, 2026
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Jardin Nelson came highly recommended by multiple people & I can see why! We went on one of the first nights they were open, & while we were freezing it was still one of the best meals we had in Montreal! The proximity to Old Montreal was ideal, the multiple jazz sets were talented & the food!! We had the French onion soup, the Du Jardin crepe, & the Nelson crepe. The French onion soup was divine & then I tasted the crepes! The Nelson crepe will live rent free in my mind for the rest of my life.
My bride & I enjoyed a few starters & drinks here today. The jazz singer/band was amazing as was our server Charlotte!
This is a must see place. Multiple places to dine in, outdoor front patio with lots to see, inside, & in the back patio which is where we were. Really cool vibe.
Cocktails were imaginative & delicious. Don't skip the beet salad!
May 10, 2026
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Un accueil lamentable, personne au desk pas du tout professionnelle, refus de nous assoir pour attendre le reste de notre groupe, mauvaise communication & manque flagrant de professionnalisme, nous étions habitués à un service de meilleure qualité,
Notre restaurant favori dans le Vieux-Montréal. La plus belle terrasse avec orchestre, même en pleine semaine, le midi. Le bonheur assuré. Une expérience à vivre à Montréal. Le service est toujours convivial & professionnel. Nous avons mangé le poke bol thon & la salade homard, c'était délicieux.
It was a really amazing experience & also the atmosphere was so cosy , i advice everyone who is living or visiting Montréal to try that a nice cosy restaurant bar 😃
