Kwizinn

Aria

5.0

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Extraordinary Caribbean Dining Experience
This establishment offers an incredible Caribbean culinary journey paired with an amazing ambiance & tasteful interior design. We visited recently to celebrate a friend's birthday, & the experience was nothing short of spectacular. A special mention goes to Majid, the manager, & our waiter for the evening, who were incredibly welcoming & took phenomenal care of our group from start to finish.
The food & drinks are truly outstanding. Their expertly mixed cocktails are refreshing & beautifully garnished, setting the tone for a fantastic meal. The menu boasts exceptional dishes-the lamb was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, & beautifully plated. To finish the evening, we tried their highly unique alcoholic crème brûlée, which featured a flawless, crackling caramelized crust that elevated the classic dessert to a new level.
If you are looking for top-tier hospitality, a vibrant Caribbean atmosphere, & extraordinary flavors, I cannot recommend this place enough.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Une expérience gastronomique caribéenne extraordinaire
Cet établissement offre un incroyable voyage culinaire caribéen accompagné d'une ambiance exceptionnelle & d'un magnifique design intérieur. Nous y sommes allés récemment pour célébrer l'anniversaire d'un ami, & l'expérience a été tout simplement spectaculaire. Une mention spéciale à Majid, le gérant, & à notre serveur de la soirée, qui ont été incroyablement accueillants & ont pris un soin phénoménal de notre groupe du début à la fin.
La nourriture & les boissons sont véritablement exceptionnelles. Leurs cocktails savamment préparés sont rafraîchissants & joliment garnis, donnant le ton à un repas fantastique. Le menu propose des plats remarquables : l'agneau était absolument délicieux, parfaitement cuit & superbement dressé. Pour clore la soirée, nous avons goûté à leur très originale crème brûlée alcoolisée, qui présentait une croûte caramélisée & craquante impeccable, élevant ce dessert classique à un tout autre niveau.
Si vous recherchez une hospitalité de premier ordre, une atmosphère caribéenne vibrante & des saveurs extraordinaires, je recommande vivement cet endroit.

Thee

5.0

Amazing food, amazing drinks, amazing staff & amazing atmosphere!
Huge shout-out to Christian, his energy & charisma is immaculate!

Lady

2.0

This restaurant is getting 2 star for the excellent dj performance afterward, so disappointing. It's way too expensive for the food quality & service altogether. I order the griot which was OK, the black was rice not to tasty but the real downfall was grilled fish which tasted spoiled. I almost threw up. I am Very disappointed. If you looking for place to drink & enjoy good music this is the place but for the enjoyment of food & service don't come.near it.

Umberto

5.0

Great ambiance amazing food loved the oysters & the great drinks thanks Mike & for Chirag telling me about this hidden gem

Alex

5.0

Delicious food, amazing drinks & perfect atmosphere for a night out after a busy day at work. A must-go if you are ever in the Old Montreal area. Shoutout to Chirag for the excellent service & for taking care of everything we needed!

Alexis

5.0

Super service super bouffe & drinks 👍

Olga

5.0

My best friend & I have been to Kwizinn a few times.The welcoming atmosphere & attentive staff always make us feel special from the moment we walk in.
The food is amazing 💛
The drinks are amazing ❤?
Service is impeccable 🤎
I was already a huge fan when Kwizinn first opened in Verdun & I'm still a huge fan.
Thank you so much for always taking good care of us 🥰

Chelsea

2.0

I recently had the opportunity of dining at Kwizinn, a charming spot that boasts a beautiful ambiance & a playlist that sets the perfect mood for the evening. The setting itself is inviting-warm lighting, sleek decor, & a cozy yet sophisticated vibe. It's the kind of place you'd want to bring a date or catch up with friends.

Let's talk about the food. The appetizers were absolutely fantastic-bursting with flavor & creativity. The oxtail patty was crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, & paired with a subtle sweet dipping sauce that left me wanting more. The deconstructed sushi roll was refreshing, & the mix of citrusy tang with delicate seafood that was spot on, which my colleagues raved about. The drinks had the pure essence of Caribbean culture that really helped tie in the whole start of the meal. I was definitely excited to see what the main dishes had in store.

As for the main dishes, they were a bit of a hit or miss. Some were absolutely delightful, like the griot dish with riz collee & plantain-juicy, rich, & all around complete full meal with good portions. On the other hand, the Picahna dish, while tasty & well cooked, it was lacking on the fullness you'll find in the griot dish. Let's not forget the 4 meat plate dish, that sadly was the most disappointing of all, the chicken served was completely charred than anything & the sides lacked in flavor. For the price it was truly a lost opportunity to really hit the spot. Still, nothing was truly disappointing, but the consistency wasn't quite there, aside from the chicken.

Now, what really soured the experience for me was the service. Our waiter, Justin, was incredibly subpar & fairly rude. From the moment we sat down, he seemed disinterested & unapproachable. He was curt with his responses toward us & made no effort to engage or make the meal more enjoyable. There were many moments where he seemed bothered by simple requests, like taking our group picture, & the overall attitude he projected was unpleasant & uncomfortable. To tell a group of people he will only take a single picture of us, truly shows how he did not want to be around our table or have to serve us a minute longer, which was amplified by how little he asked about our drinks or advise us the delay for our desserts. Any questions or follow ups from our end, were met with push back & fake smiles. For a restaurant that otherwise excels in its atmosphere & food (somewhat), this was a huge letdown.

In the end, Kwizinn offers a nice varied dining menu if you're looking for delicious appetizers, a solid main course (depending which one you take), & a vibe that's both relaxed & chic. But, I hope they pay more attention to service in the future because it really detracted from what could have been a perfect evening. A little warmth & attentiveness from the staff would go a long way.

Aspasia

5.0

Everything about this restaurant is just WOW! The food is mouth watering; from flavor to presentation & even variety, it was just perfect. Every cocktail I had was gorgeous & well balanced! They even offer tasty mocktails for those who don't drink. The staff is so kind & the service is quick! Need I mention that there was a soul/jazz band there playing live music?! The ambience is wonderful & I highly recommend for all ages. Would be perfect for a date night or even a night out with friends. A true gem!

Kendra

3.0

Came here with a group of 7 people & overall I'd say there were highs & lows with the meal. The highs: oxtail patty & its salsa were out of this world - meat was tender, the pastry was flaky & it paired really nicely with the sauce. The vibe & decor is also really nice. The medium: had the plantain burger. The beef was nicely cooked & seasoned & I thought it was an interesting take to have plantain as the bun. Overall wasn't out of this world or enough to get me to return. The lows: yucca fries & the beignets felt overpriced for what they were. Both coming in at about 13$, the yucca fries were very salty & the seasoning was really uneven. The beignets were 13$ for 3 timbits sized donuts. Our party commented that the seasoning across several dishes - the burger, the sushi, the yucca fries - were pretty similar. Service was patchy & very slow. It took maybe 20 minutes to get our drinks & then we weren't really offered another round until way after we finished our meal. Dessert was also really slow coming out after an already long meal. Overall I know some delays are to be expected with a larger party but I'm not sure the food & service were enough value for money for me to return.