Chef Emilie Rizzetto crafts classic upscale casual cuisine marked by comforting touches. Dishes such as roasted Cornish game hen, pan-seared filet of trout, stout braised pork shoulder, beef or salmon tartars; the famous Deli or Ripened cheeses platters, spreads of duck confit, salmon gravlax or grilled vegetables with sundried tomato pesto. L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel features an inspired global and Canadian selection of wines and cocktails.
Overall, reviews of L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel describe a friendly, attentive staff and a solid menu that travelers often enjoy before flights, with highlights like the auberge burger, salmon tartare, club sandwich, and a brownie, plus pastries for breakfast. The atmosphere is noted as relaxed and not loud, making it a good pre flight stop, and several visitors say they would return. Value is seen as premium for portions and inclusions such as coffee with breakfast and butter on toasts are not always provided, while some experiences include long waits or uneven service and a few dishes fall short of expectations. Many guests praise reliable bar service, good drink selections, and hospitality, especially in an airport setting, leading to repeat visits for a decent meal or breakfast before continuing a journey. In short, L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel is viewed as a dependable, traveler-friendly option with commendable food and service, tempered by pricing concerns and occasional inconsistencies.
The perfect stop for a morning bite to eat before taking off. Our server was superb! Everyone enjoyed their food & the French toast with lemon mascarpone was delicious. It's is an airport restaurant with premium prices reflecting that.
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Long wait for seating, tables were available but slow service. Overpriced for portion & quality of food.
One person from our group wanted to order off the kids menu as they could not eat much without feeling sick. The staff informed us we could not order from the kids menu, as they have already gotten in trouble from their manager.
There was no alternative to the dish for an adult to order, which was not accommodating to our group's dietary preference.
This is clearly a stunt to upsell us into buying their higher priced dishes. Kids menu dishes are priced lower due to lower portions.
Not many food establishments around, unfortunately this place will continue to gouge people transferring through.
The server was very kind & professional throughout. Food was not as bad as some other reviews mentioned but again not worth the price point.
Jun 28, 2025
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L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel initially offered a promising atmosphere when I arrived - the space felt elegant & inviting, & the wait time for food was reasonable. I ordered the Onglet de boeuf with house butter, green beans, fries, & a glass of wine.
While the presentation was good, the portion size was noticeably small for the price point. I would recommend asking your server for more details about portion sizes before placing an order. The service itself was basic - professional but unmemorable, lacking the warmth or attentiveness that you'd .expect from a venue of this reputation.
Unfortunately, midway through my meal, an internal disagreement broke out among the staff & the manager. Being seated near the entrance, I witnessed the situation unfold, with staff becoming visibly distracted & leaving customers unattended at their tables & at the door. It came across as very unprofessional & disorganized, which really took away from the dining experience.
As for the food itself, the steak was underwhelming. It lacked seasoning & was quite dry, suggesting it had been sitting under a heat lamp too long before being served. Overall, it did not feel worth my time or money.
We stopped by for dinner during our layover in Montreal. Food: Ordered the fish & chips, chicken fingers, & the crab cakes. Food was extremely good. We come from Texas, US, where the food is known to be a delicacy. The crab cakes contained too much herb compared to crab which was brought up by the general manager who greeted us. I suspected something was unusual about the crab cakes & I did not realize what it was until the general manager pointed it out. He knows what is being put in the food that is served - a rare trait for restaurants, especially those found in the airport. Service: We were greeted after our dinner by the general manager Dardan, who was very cordial. He is also very self aware as he brought up his own concerns for the taste of the food. Our waitress Argyro was excellent - energetic, cordial, good mannerisms. Food came out in a fair time for a restaurant. Atmosphere of the restaurant was excellent. Lots of crowd from all over the world doing whatever business. Interior of the restaurant is set up like a posh, somewhat higher status restaurant but is otherwise casual. Excellent ambience. For a dine in airport restaurant, the prices are fair. They are charging you the same amount as the cold, ready-made food options but instead are providing you with a main entree that is hot & freshly prepared. The menu isn't anything extraordinary like fine dining but is more between a mix of fine dining/fast food that you are already familiar with. Excellent service. We do not travel out of Canada too often, however this was an amazing experience that we noticed almost immediately after being seated! Seems like all of the staff want to keep improving the restaurant. If you are looking for a place to grab a bite, L'Auberge Saint-Gabriel will for sure earn your business.
L'Auberge St Gabriel at the airport is your typical airport restaurant experience, service wasn't bad, but the prices were on the high side, as expected for an airport setting. I tried the club sandwich, which tasted decent, though the portion was smaller than I'd hoped for given the price. Overall, it's an alright choice if you're looking for something quick, but don't expect exceptional quality for the cost.
Food was fine but fairly pricey like any airport restaurant. Shout out to Dylan our server who was the most hard working server I have ever seen, basically running around to make sure people get their food, drinks & bills & not miss their flights. Extremely impressed by his work ethic, professionalism & service. The employer should definitely give him a raise.
I don't understand how this place can have so many negative reviews. Yes, this is a RESTAURANT. The portions will not be as huge as McDonald's. Yes, the prices here are also not like McDonald's. but the food is wonderful! our waiter Argyro lifted my spirits after a terrible experience at this airport. We ordered steak & portabello salad. the food arrived within 10 minutes. don't read negative reviews! just try it!
Delicious homemade-style food. I recommend hanger steak, salmon, tuna poke bowl & roast beef sandwich. The prices are fair for the portion size & the quality received! Staff is very kind & professional. Lastly the atmosphere is great!!!
