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L'Avant Goût

Pointe St-Charles
4.3$ & $$
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L'Avant Goût Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Reviews for L'Avant Goût

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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.
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Mélanie
2.0

the man is rude learn some manners. the girl with glasses is always really helpful thank you. lots of different teas & local products but expensive

Mar 21, 2026
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Alexandra
5.0

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
on Google
Scott
5.0

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.

Feb 27, 2026
on Google
Jess
5.0

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!

Feb 27, 2026
on Google
Pariss
3.0

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.

Oct 9, 2025
on Google
K
5.0

They have such a fun selection of local & imported goodies! The weekend tastings are not to be missed!

Aug 27, 2025
on Google
Elis
5.0

When I come to MTL, I'm usually here for fashion but wandering the streets of Pointe-Saint-Charles changed that. I stumbled into L'Avant Gout & left with chic olive oils, perfect produce, & a Québec citronella melon I'm still dreaming about. Beautifully curated & worth the trip for locals & visitors alike. This is not just shopping, it's a taste of what happiness looks like.

Aug 11, 2025
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