Discover L'Autre Saison, established in 1977 in Montreal and located on Crescent Street. You will be charmed by this precious restaurant placed in a majestic Victorian house built in 1897. An impressive, antique staircase leads you to our private room, where a magnificent fireplace reigns.
The owners, Kazim Tural & Alain Boucher, will be delighted to welcome you to their cordial restaurant and offer refined dishes! Savour excellent tartare, perfectly prepared, or enjoy their freshly poached salmon filet prepared with white wine and mushrooms... Even the most discerning palates will be delighted! Consult the impressive wine list and choose from the best bottles available to pair with your meal. The efficient and courteous staff will be more than happy to recommend one of Chef Alain Boucher's delicious meals.
Enjoy an unforgettable evening from Friday to Sunday in the company of a talented pianist who's present every week to brighten your meal. Live a magical experience in our romantic 19th century decor where you will spend an exquisite moment in our company!
Reviewers describe L'Autre Saison as a standout classic French dining experience where the food, service, and atmosphere are all praised. The setting is warm and elegant, with a romantic townhouse feel that remains welcoming. Dishes such as French onion soup, escargot, duck confit, rack of lamb, filet mignon, and seafood options are highlighted for quality and generous portions, while desserts like tarte tatin provide a memorable finish. The staff are described as proud and attentive, able to elevate the evening with thoughtful recommendations. A sense emerges of good value for the quality, a well curated wine list, and a versatile bar area that complements the refined dining. Some visits are noted to have hiccups with service or pricing policies, reminding that experiences can vary. Overall, L'Autre Saison stands out as a beloved choice for a special night out in Montreal.
The interior design was elegant & exquisite, creating a truly beautiful & sophisticated atmosphere. The live piano music made the whole dining experience feel even more special & memorable. The service was amazing - attentive, professional, & warm from beginning to end. The seafood was absolutely delicious, the wine selection was excellent, & the dessert was the perfect ending to a wonderful evening. One of the best dining experiences in Montreal.
This has to be one of my favorite restaurant experiences in Montreal ever. The food was delicious (I had the escargot appetizer & then grilled Salmon). Super flavorful & fresh, leaving me on the right side of full. The dessert (lava cake with ice cream) honestly healed something deep within me. Not only was the food amazing, but our server, Mayghann, was super charming, swooping in to fulfill requests we didn't even know we had. The owners even came out at one point to give us the history of the restaurant & building (a gorgeous, cozy townhouse with original murals & woodwork). Not to mention the LIVE PIANO. Wow. I will definitely be coming back, if only for a quick espresso & chat.
Mar 14, 2026
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We had a truly memorable dinner at L'Autre Saison-easily one of the best meals we've had in Montreal in quite some time. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance: warm & elegant, yet relaxed & unpretentious, making it ideal for a special night out without feeling overly formal.
I ordered the lamb shank, which was incredibly tender & bursting with flavor, while my wife enjoyed the black cod, one of the evening's specials-both dishes were outstanding. Portions were generous, & every plate was beautifully presented.
The menu offers a wide variety of appealing options, & our server, Troy (the owner's son), elevated the experience with his friendly, attentive service & excellent recommendations.
Dessert was a standout & a perfect sweet finish to the meal.
The wine list is thoughtfully curated with plenty of choices to cater to one's pallet & pocketbook. There's a handsome bar tucked at the rear of the dining room, offering a more casual way to enjoy the same refined cuisine & ambiance.
Prices are well aligned with the quality of food & service.
If you're a fan of French cuisine-or simply looking for a hidden gem in Montreal-L'Autre Saison is absolutely worth a visit.
This is a smaller family owned French restaurant right downtown. We first saw this place walking home from another dinner & the owner was out front & chatted with us & told us he had been in business for 49 years. So we thought that we would give it a try during our stay. The owner himself & one other person were serving. We were first served individual rolls & bruschetta. Both were delicious. Amongst the five of us, our appetizers included the escargot in puff pastry, which was an amazingly delicious rich appetizer. I would've been satisfied to stop there. I did not. A couple of people had the French onion soup, which was apparently rich & very delicious. Our Manes included my short ribs, which were served with a couple of spears of perfectly cooked asparagus & piped mashed potatoes. Other diners had Rack of Lamb Provençale, fillet mignon, fillet mignon with pepper sauce,
& Entrecôte sauce Bordelaise. They were all excellent. For dessert, the five of us shared two desserts… One was their chocolate crème brûlée… It was just OK. & a small apple dessert with some vanilla ice cream. That was good. Their wine list was quite extensive & expensive lol. The chef did come out at the end of the evening when we were leaving & asked us how we enjoyed our meals. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
Excellent! My son & I came here for the first time tonight & we will surely be back again. The food was delicious & the service was great. The waiters were attentive & the owner, Kazim, was charming & personable. We shared the escargot dish & they so kindly split it into two dishes for us. Their unique preparation with the puff pastry is a must try. The French onion soup was delicious. The salade L'autre saison was crisp & fresh & the duck confit was so tender. The ambiance & decor was lovely. We didn't have time for dessert this evening, but we will be back another time to try! Thank you for a lovely experience!
Update - We came back for another visit. I recommend the scallops. The sauce was tasty & scallops were cooked perfectly. This time we did have dessert. The tarte tatin (French take on apple pie), was delicious. The ice cream with berries was abundant with fresh berries. Kazim was a charming host as always. Thank you!
Un restaurant soit disant Français qui a des fautes d'orthographe dans son menu, ça commençait mal. ('confi de canard' & 'arrivage du marcher'). Certes le décor est superbe, mais la nourriture est sans aucun raffinement. C'est correct au gout, mais très cher pour ce que c'est. Le canard avait la même finesse que dans un restaurant Chinois bas de gamme.
Aussi comment peut-on avoir une aussi belle carte des vins (Petrus, Cheval-Blanc, Palmer...) & ne proposer au verre que du 'cabernet' ou du 'shiraz' duquel je n'ai même pas pu voir la bouteille ?
Pour le dessert, La crème brulée est simplement catastrophique. chaude & non craquante sur le dessus, je n'en ai mangé que le quart. Je m'attendais à un questionnement du serveur, qui a simplement débarrassé mon assiette.
Je me demande comment ce restaurant a obtenu une recommandation du guide Debeur.
Très très mauvaise expérience.
