Joe Beef

Daichi

5.0

This restaurant has been on my bucket list for a long time, & I'm truly happy that I finally got to experience it for the first time. The hype & expectations were incredibly high going in, but somehow it still managed to exceed them.

From the moment we arrived, the service was absolutely top-notch. Our server was professional, attentive, & extremely knowledgeable-not only about the menu, but also about the wine pairings, which really elevated the whole dining experience.

We started with the beef tendon salad, & it was unbelievably good. It was the perfect appetizer to begin the meal-flavorful, well-balanced, & something quite memorable.

For the mains, we had the duck with foie gras, skirt steak, dry-aged rib eye steak, fries, & skate fish. Honestly, everything we ordered was outstanding. Each dish was cooked beautifully & packed with flavor, making it clear why this place has such a strong reputation.

I was initially a little intimidated by the price, but in the end it came to just a little over $100 per person for four of us, & the amount of food was more than enough. Considering the quality, portions, & overall experience, it felt absolutely worth it.

Without a doubt, this is a place I would return to.

Recommended items: Beef Tendon Salad, Duck with Foie Gras, Dry-Aged Rib Eye Steak

Phil

5.0

Very few top-tier restaurants live up to the hype but Joe Beef certainly does. The atmosphere is laid- back & lively. Not stuffy at all. My friends & I shared the arctic char & cote de boeuf. I couldn't tell you which was better. They were both incredibly phenomenal. We were also lucky enough to be there in a night they had razor clams. Unreal! Perfectly blended with spices & seasoning while leaving the clam as the star. This is a must visit when in Montreal.

Christopher

5.0

Incredible food & service.

Bryan

5.0

Food was great. Service was greater. The rum drenched dessert was a great ending to the stellar meal.

Elina

5.0

The food, the service, & the atmosphere of Joe Beef was phenomenal. The veal dish was one of the most amazing meals I've ever had! Also, if you save room for dessert, get the rum cake!!! I'm going to be thinking about that cake for a very long time.

Emily

5.0

My server Camilo made me feel so welcome!
Get the marjolaine cake!

Arthur

5.0

Food was amazing, the duck & the fries are top notch. It was very busy for 6pm on a Wednesday night & sat at the bar which was full & a but tight. The servers were very attentive & were always there if you needed anything. The couple next to me ordered the halibut & it looked really good, will definitely try it next time.

Update
Went back a second time & tried the scallops, beef tartare, arctic char & duck (peppercorn sause this time). The scallops were really fresh & had a really clean taste. The beef tartare had lots of flavour but the arctic char was the stand out dish. It was amazing! Highly recommend it

Jordan

2.0

I was really looking forward to this one but was a disappointment.

Spent over 500$ for me & my wife but what a let down. We shared the rib plate & asked for medium but came in rare. We returned the plate , only to come back 5 minutes later still very rare. At this point we ate a bit of it & left. The piece of meat was drenched with two different sauces which completely altered the taste of the meat. Thanks for ruining our 10 year wedding anniversary .

Marven

5.0

Have to try apparently! Joe Rogan just shouted you guys out as one of the his favourite restaurants in the world! Coming next week

Jenn

1.0

We were really excited to try Joe Beef & made our reservation a month in advance, so our expectations were high.
Unfortunately, the experience fell short. We were seated at an extremely small, crowded table where we had to physically move the table just to go between the tables to get to the seat. It made the entire meal feel uncomfortable from the start. On top of that it was so loud, we could hardly hear each other or the server.
What stood out most was the service dynamic around us. The tables on either side appeared to be regulars or known to staff, & the difference in treatment was very noticeable. Staff were highly attentive & social with those tables, even sharing drinks with them & bringing them special dishes, while we felt largely overlooked. It created an awkward atmosphere where we felt like second-class guests.
The hostess repeatedly bumped into my husband while engaging with the neighboring table, enthusiastically describing special dishes she planned to bring them, which added to the feeling that attention was being directed elsewhere.
As for the food, it didn't live up to the hype. The server strongly pushed starters, & while the drinks were good, the overall meal was underwhelming. Dessert was just okay.
By the end of the evening, we were ready to leave. Overall, it was a disappointing experience, not worth it, & we won't be returning.