L'Avant Goût is a charming neighborhood épicerie fine with a carefully curated mix of local Quebec products and well chosen imports, including artisanal cheeses, small batch preserves, locally roasted coffee and a thoughtful line of beers, ciders and wines. The staff are warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable, and the owner seems genuinely invested in customers, often sharing recommendations and helping discover new finds. The selection highlights regional producers and seasonal ingredients, making each visit feel more like a culinary adventure than routine shopping, with weekend tastings and in store explanations adding social meaning. Prices are not the lowest, but the quality and sense of community keep regulars coming back, describing L'Avant Goût as a hidden gem worth a trip for locals and visitors alike.
derniere fois je met les pieds la, prix pas affiches partout, items placé les uns sur les autres difficile de prendre dequoi sans faire tomber le reste, le monsieur est harcelant & ma rendu mal à laise, fruit pas frais not a great experience
J'adore faire mes achats chez L'Avant Goût C'est une épicerie fine qui se démarque vraiment par la qualité exceptionnelle de ses produits & son ambiance conviviale. On y trouve toujours quelque chose de spécial, que ce soit des fromages savoureux, des produits locaux uniques ou bières artisanale & vins du Québec .Chaque visite est un vrai plaisir ! Je recommande fortement à tous ceux qui aiment les bons produits & les belles découvertes gourmandes.
Une épicerie dans Pointe Saint-Charles qui vaut le détour par c est produits exceptionnels très bien sélectionnés, un environnement chaleureux, toujours un petit plus soit par une dégustation, une explication d un nouveau produit, la musique etc mais surtout un dévouement hors pairs de l équipe ainsi que le propriétaire lui même. Merci 💛
Client since day one & I keep coming back for a reason. The owner is passionate about what he does & genuinely invested in his customers.
He's attentive, & always willing to share recommendations or help you discover something new. You can feel that this is more than a business for him , it's personal.
Great selection of local & imported products. I love choosing a new pasta sauce for our weekly dinners! Keep an eye out for PSC events, the owner will surely be cooking up something tasty!
Feb 28, 2026
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Je ne fais pas souvent des avis mais là c'est trop!! À éviter de tout souhait!
La première fois que j'y suis allé, le comportement du propriétaire était borderline mais je me suis dit que c'était juste pour être gentil, la deuxième fois, j'ai remarqué qu'il était très harcelant envers les jeunes femmes, grand favoritisme même, ça en devient gênant pas seulement pour les clientes mais les employés également. J'aimais mieux quand les autres propriétaires y étaient. C'était beaucoup plus organisé, propre & convivial. Très peu pour moi & mon mari, je ne remettrais plus les pieds ici tant que le propriétaire Jeremy y travaille encore…
L'avant gout is my go-to grocery store. The owner & his staff are always incredibly friendly, welcoming, & helpful. The products are consistently great quality, & they genuinely try to accommodate whenever you need something specific. It's always a pleasant experience shopping there. Highly recommend supporting this local gem.
L'Avant Goût Épicerie is a hidden gem, it's exactly what a neighbourhood grocery shop should be. The selection of local Québec products is thoughtfully selected - from artisanal cheeses & small-batch preserves to locally roasted coffee & unique pantry staples you won't find in big chains.
You can tell the owners cares about the quality & community. Everything feels intentionally chosen, highlighting regional producers & seasonal ingredients. It's the kind of place where you pop in for one item & leave inspired to cook a three course meal!
The staff are warm, knowledgeable, & happy to share recommendations, which makes the experience feel personal rather than transactional.
If you're in Montréal & want to support local while shopping for truly great products, this spot is absolutely worth the visit!
Filthy place, dead flies with fruits & veggies, not fresh,,,,Got sick after eating their home made meal,,,,,, owner has no manners,,,, wont be coming back
Feb 6, 2026
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Great little grocery store where you can find most products. They have fresh veggies & fruits but usually a little ugly since it is mostly rejects.
Sometimes their selection of products is a little expensive but it is a good corner store.
Dec 30, 2025
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26 décembre. Je comprends que vous ne souhaitiez pas travailler ce matin ,les deux jeunes filles, mais c'est importante d'avoir une belle attitude en service à la clientèle peu importe la date. Je ne reviendrai pas.
The products are local. The prices used to be fine, but within just three weeks the price of watermelons went up (in mid September), & unfortunately the quality was not good at all.
