Knox Taverne offers a robust selection of elevated pub fare characterized by high quality seasonal ingredients and international influences. The menu balances traditional comfort staples with contemporary culinary techniques designed for a refined yet relaxed atmosphere. Signature offerings emphasize fresh market produce sourced directly to ensure optimal flavor profiles across every plate served. The interior environment features a classic aesthetic that prioritizes functional comfort without unnecessary pretension for all patrons. Each dish reflects a clear commitment to consistent execution and culinary precision through carefully curated recipes that define the establishment. This venue serves as a primary destination for individuals seeking substantial portions and thoughtful flavor combinations in a professional setting. The kitchen maintains high standards by prioritizing the integrity of raw materials in every prepared course.
Knox Taverne is widely regarded as a charming neighborhood gem in Montreal, praised for its cozy atmosphere, creative menu, and hospitable service. Many patrons highlight the brussels sprouts and steak frites as standout dishes, often noting the high quality of cocktails and the rustic, welcoming decor. While the majority of guests have excellent dining experiences and appreciate the attentive staff, some feedback points to inconsistencies regarding service speed, occasionally dark lighting, and discrepancies between online and in-person menu offerings. Despite a few reports of subpar experiences with pricing and order management, the consensus reflects a highly recommended spot for casual dinners, date nights, and group celebrations.
Just wow. Truly no words to describe this amazing experience!
Service is IMPECCABLE! So attentive. So helpful.
The restaurant itself is stunning, especially with the doors open where you can see the outdoors.
Food was incredible. Brussel sprouts are definitely worth the hype!! Only negative is that I felt as though the steak was too salty. Everything else was perfection.
Underwhelming portion sizes for the prices. Got the steak & parm fries, while the fries were great, the steak felt overdone & charred. The entres felt more of a hastle than something special. Small gnochi portion too. My table suggested you'd be better off getting the montreal $5 gnochi elsewhere. Staff were helpful & informative. They were able to present gluten free options which for a member at our table, which is good. Overall it was fine, but if youre gonna spend 30-50 per person, I'd go elsewhere.
Jun 20, 2026
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Nous avons été au Knox pour un souper en famille. L'endroit est beau & nous avions une table ronde parfaite pour discuter puisque nous étions 6. Malheureusement, le restaurant semble n'avoir aucune isolation sonore. Il y avait une table juste derrière nous qui parlait extrêmement fort, plus de 87 décibels. On était incapables de s'entendre & c'était vraiment désagréable. Ça faisait mal aux oreilles.
Côté nourriture, c'était très décevant aussi. J'ai pris les pâtes « olio e aglio » qui étaient un spécial & elles n'avaient aucun goût. C'était littéralement des pâtes à l'huile très simples que j'aurais pu faire à la maison en mieux. Le saumon était très épicé avec une sauce qui n'était pas mentionnée au menu (il me semble). Les tacos étaient bons. Le steak frites était bon au goût mais servi froid avec des frites très molles.
Pour les polpette, on avait demandé si le plat venait avec du riz & la serveuse nous a dit oui, mais finalement non. Même chose pour le katsu. C'était bon, mais sans riz ni accompagnement, ce qui est très bizarre pour ce genre de plat. On nous a aussi apporté du pain avec un spread qui était franchement pas bon.
Au final, l'expérience n'était vraiment pas agréable. Trop de bruit & une nourriture très ordinaire. Nous avons payé rapidement & quitté sans envie de rester plus longtemps.
In life, there are two kinds of people: those who cook like they love food & those who cook like they do not like food. Knox cooks like they love food (food that was a joy to put in a mouth, indeed). & yeah, another thing that, alas, our distracted mind or palate tend to sometimes overlook when that happens: mastered seasoning, very precise / judicious all along this meal (something not to take for granted, as even ambitious tables, they do not always get it this right). I do not know Knox, my first time here. I just discovered Knox by accident while looking for something else that they were known for (they do not have it anymore on their menu, actually), but I cannot complain as it was a nice discovery for me. Subjectively a coup de coeur, & objectively one of our most creative & best tables. Chefs with a great palate. Excellent service, too!
We rented out Knox for a staff party & had a truly excellent experience. The food & cocktails were awesome as always, but what really stood out was their hospitality. Planning it was a breeze, & their level of attentiveness throughout our event was top notch. Thank you to Julian, Ben, & the whole Knox team for showing us a good time!
Didn't put our order in & came back to tell us it was a problem with POS system (30+mins without even an appetizer). Every other table didn't seem to have an issue only ours. They offered to bring us a drink as an apology but returned to clarify that it wasn't'on the house' for the trouble & we would need to pay after they brought the drinks. Atmosphere was nice but wouldn't return because of service. Not for the price.
This was a really great spot for service, atmosphere & location. Unfortunately everything is so expensive these days & 30$ for a subpar pasta dish is not going to motivate me to return. Also we split a bottle of red wine 3 ways & my bill was still 93$ for one person!!!!!
