At Kwizinn Vieux-Port, co-owners Michael Lafaille and Claudia Fiorelli bring a vibrant fusion of Caribbean flavours to the heart of Montreal's Old Port. Chef Mike Lafaille expertly blends traditional Caribbean spices with contemporary culinary techniques to create unique fusion dishes such as our octopus carpaccio, lobster poutine, plantain burger, and bao fall of di bone. The bold use of fresh herbs, rich marinades, and zesty sauces brings out the authentic and vibrant flavours that define Kwizinn Vieux-Port’s Caribbean fusion cuisine.
For a more immersive experience, Kwizinn Vieux-Montréal offers a range of special events throughout the week. Enjoy jazz nights every Thursday from 6 to 9 pm, while Fridays and Saturdays feature local DJs spinning beats late into the night. Every Friday to Sunday, indulge in a delightful brunch from 11:30 am to 3 pm, where you can savour dishes like our Fried Chicken Sandwich with coconut-marinated chicken, maple syrup, pikliz rosé, or the Tropical Wrap filled with sautéed vegetables and a choice of shredded griot or braised beef. The menu also features our creamy 3 Cheeses Mac n’ Cheese, the flavourful vegetarian dish Grilled Eggplant Obe Ata, and the savoury Chef Lafaille's Griot with fried plantains and pikliz. After brunch on Sunday, enjoy a lively Cuban night from 6 to 9 pm. We also have a private dining room perfect for groups and special occasions, and we regularly host thematic evenings, from Caribbean-inspired culinary nights to rum-tasting events.
Kwizinn is described as a stylish welcoming spot where Caribbean and Haitian flavors shine through generous, flavorful dishes and attentive service. The ambiance is praised for its beautiful decor with midnight blue walls, dark wood, gold accents, and a warm, lively vibe that makes dining feel special. The menu offers creative fusion options and tasting choices that suit groups and celebrations, with standout dishes like griot, oxtail patty, lobster pasta and empanadas noted for quality and presentation. The staff are repeatedly highlighted as knowledgeable and friendly, providing thoughtful recommendations and care that enhance the experience. While some reviews mention price reflections and occasional slow moments, the overall sentiment points to a standout dining experience worth returning for and recommending.
Pleasantly surprised by this restaurant! We were finding it difficult to find a restaurant that would accommodate a group our size but they accepted. Perfect sized table for chatting, & we got the tasting menu & it was....well beyond our expectations. Great value, delicious & thoughtful service. Will be back.
It is good noir have own restaurant but i think better location would be in cote des neiges for them not here it is bad image for montreal when noir come 514plex i always send to my friend in cote des neiges there is good place for them
I went on a sunday night with 2 friends. & it's their cuban night. The cuban music was so loud that the we add to yell for the servers to hear us & they had to yell back in our ears. Really did not enjoy that athmosphere. Was the music good? Yes, but the noise level is wayy to high. Altough the restaurant call itself "carribean fusion", I knew the chef is Haitian, so I had faith that the food would be good. But oh my. We ordrered accra, oysters & boa buns as starters. The oysters were fresh & good. The accra was burnt & undercooked, probably because the oil temperature was too high, & frankly it's a disgrace to call that an accra. For main, We had the fish with djondjon rice, the burger & the pork chop. There was a big chunck of epis in the fish (see picture)🤦🏾♀️. The fries in the burger were burnt🤦🏾♀️ (see pictures). The pork chops were ok though. For the riz djondjon, I get that it was late, but we only got Graten (overcooked crispy rice for the non haitians reading). It would have been better if they told is that they are out of djondjon rice. Paying 9$ for a small bowl of graten is crazy man. We also ordered 3 coktails that were good. We ended up paying about 300$ for an experience that we did not enjoy at all. Maybe it was a bad night for them. But I will not come back.
Avec des entrées exquises, un service sans pression, une ambiance chaleureuse, tout passer un bon après-midi entre amis ou en tête-à-tête. Bien entendu, c'est plus pratique de prendre le métro pour s'y rendre.
I went here during F1 for a Saturday dinner. It was great. Service was excellent. Food was all delicious. They even had a great aged rum selection. When I visit MTL again I will be returning
Jun 9, 2024
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Assez déçu comme première expérience. Je vais commencer par le positif le service était très bien (serveur excellent) & l'ambiance est bien. J'ai pris une entrée d'accras de morue pour 20$ qui ne valais pas du tout la peine (rapport qualité prix). Puis, je trouve déplorable que les plats principaux (35$-50$) ne viennent pas avec un accompagnement de riz ou plantains. Il faut débourser un extra de plus pour un accompagnement (6$-10$). D'ailleurs, j'étais estomaqué pour le prix du "pikliz" à 6$ (sachez qu'un pot de pikliz pour une dizaine de portion se vend à 7$). Bref, je comprend que le loyer doit coûter cher au vieux-port, mais ces prix ne valent pas pour la qualité de la nourriture.
Love the new location. Paid parking next door is very convenient. Waitress not as knowledgeable had to ask ( could be knew) Food was tasty. Nice portions. Would recommend
The food it's really tasty, well done & abundant. I love this place when it was in Wellington first & now in Old Port has a great space too! I didn't take pictures of the food, but believe me. It's really good!
Jun 3, 2024
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Kwizinn Old Port is a disappointment compared to the previous location in Verdun. The service is slow, the cocktails are okay at best & the prices are sky high for the quality of food. The pork bao was tasty, the shrimp salad was below par & the tomahawk steak was average (quality of meat was not the best). The only saving grace is the ambience. They also don't have the Caribbean platter they had at the previous location.
Staff sympa mais un peu débordé. Plats très bons mais vraiment chers. Nous y sommes allés pour la soirée musique cubaine live un dimanche. Le son était trop fort. Pauvres gens qui sont devant l'enceinte. Ça doit rester une musique de fond pour laisser les gens parler. On n'est pas à un concert au Mtelus.
Probably one of the best meals I've had... ever. Everything was good & considering we ordered almost half the menu it is high praise! & as a haitian family our expectations were high but Kwizinn surpassed them. One of the greatest gems in Montreal!
May 31, 2024
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Belle place super propre, super chaleurex, j ai adore la nourriture, la presentation, l ambiance & tres agreable & le service a clientele a 150%. Je vous le recommande tres fortement.
Excellent sur toute la ligne. Quelle belle découverte. Nous étions content de discuter avec John qui était fort sympathique & qui nous a présenté sa famille. Nourriture goûteuse & repas copieux. DJ apprécié aussi lors de notre visite. Merci pour le tiramisu. On a deja hâte d'y retourner. Bravo 👏🏼
Fall-off-the-bone kabrit! Where to begin? It was honestly such a fun night. The place looks amazing. It's very immersive & it feels like we're entering a fancy grave. I loved the music by A$h Banks; it was top-tier selections nonstop! The food was so tasty, really well-seasoned & exceptional. Each dish was so unique & well-executed. We had 2 cocktails which were very delicious & potent! The mac & cheese was baked & creamy, & it didn't taste like water, as opposed to 99.9% of other places where they serve mac & cheese. It was really authentic & comforting. My discovery is the octopus carpaccio - let me tell you this one is a show stopper. SO fresh. & it was topped with a bruschetta-like sauce & focaccia. It was so unexpected & daring to compose a dish like that, but the tastes blended so well together, & it was also topped with mashed avocado. SO creative. I recommend this dish to everyone! The kabrit was G.O.A.T. It came with shishito peppers & it was literally the most tender kabrit I have ever tasted in my entire life. It just fell appart & melted like butter in my mouth. The griyo was outstanding! This dish is very authentic & simple, but it is executed exceptionally by Chef Mike Lafaille. The pikliz was pikliz! Very delicious & it's just what you hope for & more. We also ordered allocco which was just a delight! They use the sweet, ripe plantain & it was such a perfect addition to our dishes. I find the the menu is ecclectic & unexpected, but there is definitely caribbean tastes & influence in every dish I've tasted. I find it so rare to find fusion restaurants that make sense & Kwizinn makes sense! It's really well-executed & it was worth every penny. Don't go there without an open mind. It's truly an experience & they also do brunch & have fun events. I also appreciate that they were very family-friendly. We came with a baby & they didn't make us feel uncomfortable, which some fancy restaurants can sometimes make you feel like & inconvenience if you have a family or young baby, but it was not the case at Kwizinn. It's very welcoming. The service was great! I could feel the passion in every person who served us. It shows that they love what they do. They tended to our needs & were super friendly. I love that it's a chic environment, but it's also very warm & loving. A huge shoutout to Claudia who is such a great host & made me feel at home! This one is already a staple in the city. It's so worth it. I can't wait to go back & try more dishes. I'm really proud that we have such an institution here in Montreal. Bravo to everyone involved! Fantastic experience. Will recommend & tell everyone.