L'Autre Saison specializes in refined French culinary techniques with a focus on fresh seafood and intricate raw preparations. The menu highlights precision-cut fish and seasoned tartare dishes designed to emphasize the natural textures of premium ingredients. Culinary preparations prioritize balance, utilizing classic seasoning profiles that respect the inherent flavors of oceanic proteins. Each plate demonstrates technical expertise, from the selection of high-grade seafood to the carefully calibrated accompaniments that elevate every component. The atmosphere remains structured and focused on the interaction between traditional French methodology and modern plating standards. Diners encounter a menu where the integrity of raw materials drives the kitchen output, ensuring that every dish delivers a consistent and deliberate gastronomic experience throughout the entire seasonal rotation.
L'Autre Saison is widely celebrated as a premier French dining destination in Montreal, offering an elegant and romantic atmosphere enhanced by beautiful classic décor and live piano music. Guests frequently praise the high quality of the cuisine, with standout dishes such as the escargots, salmon, steak, and lamb receiving particular acclaim for their flavor and preparation. The service is often described as warm, professional, and attentive, with many visitors feeling welcomed as friends by the dedicated staff and ownership. Whether it is for a special date night, a casual meal at the bar, or a celebratory gathering, the restaurant provides a memorable experience that captures the charm of a sophisticated townhouse setting, leading many to return time and again.
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.
Big YIKES. My partner & I (visibly queer) walked into this restaurant after looking up good French restaurants & seeing their menu. We went inside & right away were thrown off by the weird energy. There was one table yet the waiter had to go do a loop to go to if he could seat us. After seeing all the reviews about the blatant racism it makes sense as it was giving homophobia. Save your money & walk down the street to Weinstein & Gavino's- immaculate vibes, immaculate service. Ask for Sebastian- you're welcome!
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.
Everything about this restaurant was exceptional - the food, the service, & the atmosphere were all top notch. We dined as a group of seven, & every single person in our party was raving about their meal. It's a classic French dining experience where every detail is cared for. The dishes were not only delicious but clearly prepared with love & passion. The staff truly take pride in what they do, creating a warm, welcoming, & memorable experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!
Everything about this restaurant was exceptional - the food, the service, & the atmosphere were all top notch. We dined as a group of seven, & every single person in our party was raving about their meal. It's a classic French dining experience where every detail is cared for. The dishes were not only delicious but clearly prepared with love & passion. The staff truly take pride in what they do, creating a warm, welcoming, & memorable experience from start to finish. Highly recommend! Sadly I didn't capture this amazing experience with photos.
I was just wandering around the neighborhood & discovered this hidden gem of restaurant. This was by far one of the best meals & dining experiences I've had in Montreal.
The meal started off with delicious warm complementary bread & bruschetta, followed by the French onion soup & Salade L'Autre Saison appetizers which were delicious & very generously portioned. The salad was put together impeccably, topped with a large block of brie that was fresh & savory. The French onion soup was the best I've had in this city.
Our main meals consisted of steak & the poached salmon in white mushroom sauce. The steak was cooked perfectly, extremely tender & whose flavor was enhanced by the bold red wine sauce. The salmon was cooked beautifully & paired nicely with the glass of Pinot Noir recommended by the owner. The warm apple tart a la mode recommended by the owner was the perfect ending to this amazing meal.
For those that have an interest in ambience, be prepared to enter a classic, romantic French townhome. With an unbelievable array of collectibles, including artwork & violins, you very well might be in Louis the XIV's Palace of Versailles.
There's a reason why the owner / chef duo have been in business for 50 years: delectable food in a gorgeous Parisian style townhouse served by gracious staff that all take pride in what they've built. I'll be back here multiple times on all my visits to Montreal.
We had a great experience here. We came for lunch & absolutely loved it. The food was excellent & the owner personally greeted us & was very entertaining. We will definitely be back & highly recommend!
Fabulous meal. Everything was absolutely lovely. You can tell when an establishment really cares about the experience from the kitchen to the front of the house. Wonderful dining room-excellent service that combines elegance, character, & a bit of humor. This combination can be hard to find, but Kazim & the rest of the staff pulled it off seamlessly. The worst part of the meal-we were visiting & won't be able to return for some time. Rest assured, the next time we are in Montreal, we will be back.
When I worked for a large software company a few years ago, I was coming up to Montreal from Chicago on a regular basis, & I ate at L'autre Saison pretty regularly. I always ate at the bar because I felt funny taking up a table just by myself. I brought a colleague there once, & a couple of years later I brought my wife, daughter, sister & her husband up here for a trip & couldn't wait to take them to this place. Always amazing food & service, & one of the owners regularly takes care of you. Last night I brought my wife for an incredible romantic dinner. French onion soup, escargot, filet mignon, & cod. He even made her a custom martini.
The decor, the music, the service, always top notch. I've probably eaten here over a dozen times now & always stupendous. This is an absolute must-visit place for any special dinner.
