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Overall, Knuckles Cantine & Vins comes across as a cozy, lively spot that earns praise for its creative, well balanced dishes, strong wine program, and warm, attentive service. Reviewers highlight standout bites like panzerotti, arctic char eclair, spinach gnocchi, and a range of original takes on classics, noting food is fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully plated. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as welcoming and stylish, sometimes bustling and a bit loud, with a decor that feels both retro and chic. Value is often cited as good for the quality, including reasonable lunch options, though a few dishes are described as small or overly sauced and some menu items as not perfectly balanced. The staff are described as friendly and knowledgeable, with helpful wine recommendations and efficient service. In sum, this restaurant is regarded as a standout find with an inventive menu, engaging atmosphere, and dependable hospitality, leaving guests eager to return to try more dishes and explore the wine list.
What a great restaurant ! The food was amazing. The knuckles are just to die for. Buffalo mushrooms are inventive & super tasty. The carbonara has to be one of the best ! But the menu changes frequently so it's always fun to come back ! Their choice of wines is adequate & interesting. Service is variable. Met several different waiters. ( 5th visit ) Latest round of waiter is not amazing , they seem to NOT care whatsoever.
Excellente ambiance & excellent service. Cuisine un peu inégale. Beaucoup de plats très lourds & difficiles à finir. Je recommande néanmoins l'endroit, qui est tout de même à essayer.
My husband & I chanced upon Knuckles as we were looking for a quick lunch after a work meeting we had in the area. The innovative menu sounded so intriguing, we had to give it a go. We ended staying for a much longer time than we expected because we were so incredibly WOWED by our experience. I say experience because the owner Matthew introduced & gave us amazing stories behind every dish we ordered & helped us select a delightful glass of wine to pair. The food was amazing, & he made our afternoon such a pleasurable & unforgettable one. The kale salad was outstanding & so delicious I wished we had seconds. The green gnocchi made with spinach (not potatoes) was delicious & so soft it felt like it melted in our mouths. The orange wine from Baden, Germany was light & tart with just the right amount of fruitiness. Perfect for the meal. I really wanted to try their carbonara but I think that was only available in the evening. What a pleasure to bump into this gem of a restaurant. If you like a restauranteur that plays & innovates with flavours, while still keeping the dish simple & casual, this place is for you.
I really enjoyed this place. The $45 Wednesday combo was incredible. The owner's stories about his grandmother were endearing. The mushrooms with blue cheese dip were VERY GOOD. The spinnach gnocci was SUPER good. The desserts were even better! I see myself returning every couple of months.
I brought my friend for her birthday & I have to say KNUCKLES did not disappoint. From the moment you walk in you will be greeted by an epic & awesome staff. You almost feel as if you're in the comfort of your own home that's how cozy this resto is. The food is absolutely out of this world I can't describe it because you literally have to taste it for yourself!! Their selection of wines are amazing. The desserts ARE JUST OMG !! Place was so good & the chef food was so delicious that my friend & I HAD TO GO BACK the week after for brunch. This is an ABSOLUTE GEM in the city of Montreal. I most definitely recommend it to everyone. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED
Nov 21, 2024
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Atmosphere rustique & décontracté, service attentionné, menu créatif, amusant (hello tartare de boeuf à la Big Mac!) & d'une qualité top-notch plus vins soigneusements sélectionnés disponibles au verre...Tous les ingrédients d'une excellente soirée entre amis! Merci!
Great food made with love & fresh ingredients. Good selection of wines & a fun place to go on a date or with friends. I was told some of the recipes actually come from one of the guy's grandmother. Man is would have loved two grow on those recipes! I guess I'll have to go back to Knuckles instead :)
Nov 5, 2024
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Excellent service, prends bien soin de sa clientèle , mention spéciale à tout le personnel pour un ressenti de gentillesse tout à fait digne des plat proposés aussi délicieux les uns que les autres. Merci
Un des meilleurs endroits à découvrir à Montréal ! Notre expérience a été exceptionnelle, marquée par une ambiance chaleureuse & un service impeccable. Notre serveur, Cédric, s'est montré d'un grand professionnalisme, guidant notre choix de vins avec expertise & attention. La carte des vins est riche, & les suggestions étaient parfaitement adaptées aux plats que nous avions choisis. Ce qui rend ce restaurant unique, c'est son engagement envers les produits locaux : tous les ingrédients proviennent du Québec, ce qui met en avant le terroir local de manière authentique. Le menu propose une diversité de plats qui saura plaire à tous les goûts, avec une qualité indéniable dans chaque assiette. Un des incontournables est la salade Caprese, un plat alliant fraîcheur & saveurs, parfaitement exécuté & particulièrement rafraîchissant. Chaque bouchée reflète une attention aux détails qui rehausse l'expérience culinaire. En somme, cet établissement mérite amplement le détour pour une expérience gastronomique ancrée dans la qualité & le savoir-faire local. Je le recommande vivement à toute personne en quête de découvertes culinaires mémorables à Montréal !
Accueil & service super sympathique. Le flétan o-fish est franchement wow. La carte de vins au verre pourrait être un peu plus longue mais elle est bien. Le jeudi, tous les verres de vin sont à 10$. Très cool.
Nov 1, 2024
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5 stars all around! Went there multiple times in the last few years & every time I've been impressed. Delicious & tasty food, the knuckles special is so so good. Wine pairing is also top notch, let the staff go ahead with their recommendations. Fun design in an old dépanneur, the cold fridge doors have been kept, showcasing the various wines they offer. Make sure to book in advance though as this place gets booked up fast, wouldn't suggest to just show up without reservation.
This restaurant was unfortunately a disappointment. Pomme de terre truffle didn't deserve $24. Two crispy fries with truffles sliced so thin that you wouldn't taste any truffles, & none of the creme sure or the fry brought a flavor; no punch. tartare was ok. The highlight was the burgot dog. Wines were extremely disappointing & rather pricey. Beaujolais nouveau at $100 seems excessive. The service was nice & open to comments about the food & wine.
I chose this restaurant for a mini reunion/girls night out & we all loved it. The atmosphere is laid back, the staff members are nice, patient & informative. The food: some excellent, some good. We didn't expect a set menu but they were able to cater to some food restrictions & it was amazing. Thursday's glass of wine special was definitely a bonus. Price point: quite reasonable! $100 approx per person including the meal, 2 glass of wine & the tip Altho it's not a huge menu , we were very curious about the other food they offered. Definitely enticing to come back ❤️
It's a great restaurant, with great service & great ambiance. Really, I had such a good time & everything was delicious. The decoration of the space is just my vibe!
Quel endroit fantastique que nous adorons depuis leur début il y a plusieurs années. Mat & Vincent sont toujours autant chaleureux & accueillant dans leur restaurant. Cuisine : plats à partager pour profiter d'une plus grande variété! Service: attentionné, discret mais présent malgré tout. Ambiance: petite salle qui s'est agrandie avec le temps sans pour autant perdre le cachet. Je recommande absolument,& il faut revenir car leur menu évolue au fil des saisons.
