Au Kwizinn Vieux-Port, les copropriétaires Michael Lafaille et Claudia Fiorelli apportent une fusion vibrante de saveurs caribéennes au cœur du Vieux-Port de Montréal. Le chef Mike Lafaille mélange avec expertise les épices traditionnelles des Caraïbes et les techniques culinaires contemporaines pour créer des plats uniques tels que le carpaccio de pieuvre, la poutine de homard, le hamburger au plantain et le bao fall of di bone. L'utilisation audacieuse d'herbes fraîches, de riches marinades et de sauces piquantes fait ressortir les saveurs authentiques et vibrantes qui définissent la cuisine fusion caribéenne de Kwizinn Vieux-Port.
Pour une expérience plus immersive, Kwizinn Vieux-Montréal propose une série d'événements spéciaux tout au long de la semaine. Les soirées jazz ont lieu tous les jeudis de 18 à 21 heures, tandis que les vendredis et samedis, des DJ locaux font tourner les rythmes jusque tard dans la nuit. Du vendredi au dimanche, le brunch est servi de 11 h 30 à 15 h. Vous pouvez y savourer des plats comme le sandwich au poulet frit avec du poulet mariné à la noix de coco, du sirop d'érable et du pikliz rosé, ou le roulé tropical garni de légumes sautés et d'un choix de griot effiloché ou de bœuf braisé. Le menu comprend également notre Mac n' Cheese crémeux aux trois fromages, le savoureux plat végétarien Obe Ata à l'aubergine grillée et le savoureux Griot du chef Lafaille, accompagné de plantains frits et de pikliz. Après le brunch du dimanche, profitez d'une soirée cubaine animée de 18 à 21 heures. Nous disposons également d'une salle à manger privée, idéale pour les groupes et les occasions spéciales, et nous organisons régulièrement des soirées à thème, qu'il s'agisse de soirées culinaires inspirées des Caraïbes ou de dégustations de rhum.
Détails
Nos Spécialités
Cuisine des caraïbes, poulet, griot, bananes croustillantes, bières et cocktails tropicaux.
Kwizinn propose une expérience culinaire sophistiquée et mémorable qui sublime avec brio la cuisine haïtienne et caribéenne au cœur du Vieux-Montréal. La clientèle souligne régulièrement la qualité et la richesse des saveurs, mettant en lumière des plats emblématiques comme le griot fondant, le burger de plantain et les délicieuses pâtisseries. L'ambiance est unanimement décrite comme élégante, chaleureuse et dynamique, complétée par un décor soigné, une musique entraînante et un service attentionné. Que ce soit pour un souper de fête, une bouchée rapide ou une soirée cocktail, les convives apprécient l'accueil chaleureux et l'approche moderne des recettes traditionnelles, faisant de cet établissement une destination incontournable pour savourer une cuisine exceptionnelle dans un cadre mémorable.
Amazing food, atmosphere, & service. The ribs were fall off the bone with a delicous bbq sauce. The pork was fork tender & very flavorful. The portion was very generous as well. I couldn't finish my plate. I would love to come back.
Pretentious diner. I have no qualms regarding service but the menu needs Gordon Ramsey desperately. My companion ordered the Lobsta Pasta (48$) which amounted to about 4 ounces of pasta in sauce with a Mexican crayfish tail on top served in the bottom of a large soup bowl.
I started with the Soju Jerk Ribs with kimchi. Flavourful item but turned out to be the highlight of my meal. As an entree I ordered (by the servers recommendation) Criote du Chef Lafaille, which came to me looking spectacular. Looks in this case were deceiving. The item consists of chunks of pork loin barbecued in some manner of rub, a stack of dry rice & beans, three disc's of hardened plantain & a tart & spiced variation of Cole slaw. The biggest problem with the dish I believe is the choice of the cut of pork. The pork loin is too lean to stand up to such cooking methods without drying out. One of the employees heard me mention that I found the dish dry to which she said that I hadn't been given the sauce it came with. She returned with a small pitcher of sauce but it didn't help. I think if the dish was made from a fattier cut of pork such as shoulder or even pork belly it would have been better.
There is a saying I heard in French that I think sums this plate up.
'sans matières grasses sans goût'
Sur les 5 plats que nous avons commandé tout était délicieux! Par contre pour le plat de griot la sauce ne goûtait en rien la sauce traditionnelle & il n'y avait pas assez de sauce également, le pikliz était doux pas vraiment épicé c'était plus comme une salade de choux & il faut commander le riz à coter car il n'est pas compris dans le plat de griot, sinon ambiance & décors sont au rendez vous, les plats sont chaud & arrive rapidement, je vous le recommande à 100% c'était une belle expérience somme tout. Par contre pour le chef le pikliz & la sauce est à revoir pour le plat de griot.
9 nov. 2025
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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.
First time visiting Kwizin since it moved to the Old Port. Wow! Everything!! The service, the atmosphere & most importantly, the food. It was absolutely delicious. The oxtail Jamaican patty is a MUST! Such a flaky dough with a tender & creamy meat filling. The (sweet) homemade ketchup pairs perfectly with it. For the main, we LOVED the plantain burger. Again, the dish is so well thought & balanced. The cheesy sauce adds an amazing flavour & extra moisture, it's finger licking good. Finally, the beignets were a pleasant surprise. Like a warm crispy donut with a sweet glaze drizzle on the plate. Will definitely go back! Ultimate date spot.
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.
The food overalll tasty & good! The sauce chalè is spicy & good I loved it. Their pikliz need to be better The oysters were good I love the sauce that comes with it. The sauce for the oysters was tasty but tho thick it would be nicer to have more a liquid sauce. The oxtail patty very good but would love if it was more juicy & saucy inside but the tasty was there very good ! Then the lobster pasta was good too! But I would love it more saucy. The service was a bit slow they seem low staff. The lady on the front was ok I think she could be more warmth & welcoming. The atmosphere & deco are nice but they were playing latino music all night. I would love to hear some carribean vibes in a carribean restaurant . Would I go back? Definitely it was good
Quelle déception! J'avais été lorsque c'était localisé à Verdun & j'avais été très satisfaite. Cette fois, le riz djondjon était remplit de sable, comme si les champignons n'avaient pas été lavés. Pâtes au homard avec une sauce qui avait l'air diluée & sans goût. C'était froid. Le dessert un espèce de bout de pain style buns avec une crème fouettées & caramel. C'était horrible. Je l'ai même dit au serveur & j'ai même demandé si c'était les mêmes propriétaires que Verdun. Over over price! C'est vraiment du vol! On parle des drinks? Le goût y est mais la quantité est une vraie farce! Un petit verre de 8oz remplit de glace donc l'équivalent de 2 gorgées.
Très déçue & jamais j'y retournerai. On paie très cher pour leur décision d'être localisé au Vieux-Montreal.
This place changed my g'dmn life.
No, seriously, that is how this place felt.
Came to Montréal & I fell in love, not with the city but with Kwizinn itself.
My daughter & I were recommended by friends to come here, & we wandered in at dinner time on a quiet Sunday evening. We had not really checked the menu/prices beforehand, but I think had we, we might have been scared off & not gone.
The atmosphere is immaculate. Their location is a beautifully decorated space near but not on the main road of Old Montréal. On one side of the restaurant is a larger group seating are & on the other is a more intimate dining room where the bar & floor to ceiling windows give you views of the square. From the flowers on the table to the color of the benches, you can tell everything in this place has been carefully chosen to reflect the type of restaurant they want to be.
It is kid friendly, but older kids; not like the ones that would scream. The wait staff was so attentive, too. Our waitress (I'm sorry I forgot your name!) was lovely & had so many recommendations for us based on our likes & dislikes. Water glasses were never empty, the table was cleared promptly, & questions were asked in great detail. Not in an irritating way, in an I see you & I care kind of way. It was genuine, & you can tell they really enjoy & love what they do.
All this, & I haven't even gotten to the food yet. My god.
The yucca fries & the sauce - definitely got my kid to eat her vegetables. The plantain burger made her eyes water both from spice but also love. & the Cornish hen with the sauce & grilled pineapple... wooooww. It was so tender & juicy while retaining the smoke & char of how it had been cooked. At the end of all that, they recommended dessert. I wasn't hungry, but we ate the beignets anyways. To round out the night, we were fortunate enough to take in their regular Sunday night Cuban band. It was a wonderful experience & we can honestly say that we might make a trip back just for the food.
Restaurant bien localisé. La décoration est très belle, très cosy & sympa. La tenanciere était accueillante, gentille & professionnelle. Elle était également a l´ecoute en venant nous demander si tout était bien lors du repas.
Les cocktails étaient bons mais pas donné.
La nourriture était très bonne, le poulet était succulent & la sauce aussi mais difficile à manger avec les couverts. Le riz était très bon aussi & le burger a aussi été apprécié.
Merci pour la soiree.
