Le 9e - Restaurant Île de France

Lisa

2.0

Firstly, the space is stunning & remarkably restored. The cocktail menu had a clever nod to the restaurant's history. The dinner started very well but the main course was a failure. We ordered a $150 seafood platter that was essentially 12 oysters with a couple crab legs. Nothing else. Shrimp? Mussels? Nothing. The service was great but extremely slow. Of the three managers walking around, not one came to see us. It took 45 minutes to order, we had to ask for the cocktail menu then again for the wine menu. It took 20 min to order dessert from the one, nearly-empty dessert cart. There was a mistake on our bill also. Very disappointed after spending almost $600 for two people.

Apr 26, 2025

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Martin

4.0

Dans l'ensemble, notre expérience au brunch du samedi pour deux à ce lieu mythique de MTL a été très agréable. L'ambiance historique & le décor magnifique ont vraiment ajouté à notre expérience culinaire. L'accueil rapide & courtois ainsi que le service souriant & attentif du personnel étaient très appréciés. Nous avons été installés au bar, ce qui nous a permis de profiter de l'ambiance animée de l'endroit. Nous avons savouré une délicieuse assiette de crêpes aux pois chiches avec saumon fumé & raifort, accompagnée de quelques cocktails. En dessert, le pain au chocolat & aux amandes était parfaitement chocolaté avec une pointe d'amertume, une excellente touche finale à notre repas. Nous avons vraiment apprécié notre visite & nous recommandons vivement cet endroit pour ceux qui recherchent une expérience brunch de qualité dans un cadre magnifique & historique.

Nov 23, 2024

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France

5.0

Agréablement surpris par l'excellent service, l'ambiance feutrée & très réconfortante, de même que les plats qui nous ont été servis (beignets d'homard, cocktail de crevettes, laitue Bibb, steak frites & saumon), tous délicieux !!!! Le restaurant est magnifique. & contrairement à bien d'autres restaurants, la température y est très agréable. 100% recommandé !

Sep 26, 2024

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Lola

4.0

Lieu superbe, service à perfectionner. Le serveur n'arrêtait pas de gesticuler quand il parlait, à plusieurs reprises quand je lui parlais pour donner ma commande il est parti à d'autres tables s'occuper d'autres clients, j'ai trouvé ça curieux. La nourriture était bonne, mais j'avais encore faim après. 30$ pour le (petit) tartare de thon est accompagné de 4 feuilles de salade verte nature, pour le prix il aurait été souhaitable d'avoir des frites ou des tartines de pain grillées ou même une vraie salade plutôt que juste ça. Le dessert & le cocktail était très bien.

Sep 26, 2024

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K

5.0

My friend & I planned to have just one cocktail. However, our server, Ashley, was so warm & happy that we stayed for dinner. Beautiful, elegant place with great staff.

Sep 18, 2024

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Naz

5.0

This place is an absolute gem! You HAVE to go, it's beyond beautiful, like stepping into another era in the best way possible... Everything is so classy & elegant, & the vibe is unmatched. The energy is incredible, the atmosphere is perfect, & the drinks... wow. Chloe's cocktails are out of this world, the best drinks you'll ever have, no joke!!! Everyone here is so welcoming & knows the menu inside & out. The service is flawless, & the whole experience just leaves you wanting MORE. If you're in Montreal, do yourself a favor & make this your go-to spot!

Sep 15, 2024

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Jamie

5.0

Whether you're coming for cocktails or a bite to eat, travel back in time & enjoy the ambiance. Don't be shy to stand up & walk around & check the surroundings once inside.

Jul 31, 2024

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Daniele

4.0

Une expérience à faire... très agréable Petite suggestion ... peut être nappe blanche ou napperons Le plat principal presente seul sans légumes... faut demander à part Attention pour le pain.. très bon mais ce n'est pas la baguette & aussi commander à part Je regrette de ne pas avoir pris de dessert On avait plus faim - le cocktail de crevettes manque de couleur Mais j'y retournerai Serveurs très gentils

Jul 25, 2024

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J

5.0

Wonderful fun evening out with friends! A great time in a gorgeous space with a nice meal, a very good cocktail list & a very good wine list. Warm ambience in a light hearted friendly atmosphere with historic design.

Jul 10, 2024

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Bridget

5.0

Absolutely perfect evening. This was one of the things I did not want to miss on my trip to Montréal. I had read articles about the restoration, & a friend with excellent taste had said it was one of her favourites, so I was excited to be able to try it for myself on my final evening in the city. I made a reservation for one & was seated at the bar (this seems to be the norm for solo diners as the bar had several places set). While this sometimes means the service isn't going to be at the usual level, my experience was absolutely the opposite. I felt incredibly well taken care of the entire evening, & it was enjoyable to watch drinks being made & the oysters being prepared. Good restaurants should always recognize that a solo diner is often there specifically to appreciate the food & the service, & I felt this was the case at le 9e. From the moment I entered the elevator lobby on the main floor, every single staff member I encountered was friendly & welcoming. I was impressed by the service. My water glass was never empty, & when I accidentally dropped my phone when putting it away for my meal, it was immediately picked up & handed to me before I could even hop off my barstool. There was a slight hiccup in getting a wine list to order a glass with my meal, but it was quickly presented by the man I now realize was the operations manager who made some suggestions (also, he was on the floor the entire time & I saw him pitching in, which is a sign of someone who really cares about the service). Shortly after I was seated, the bartender took my order for a cocktail to begin. The cocktail menu features classics in keeping with the retro elegance of the restored restaurant, which adds to the charm, as well as some modern interpretations. Like the food (as I would experience) it was presented nicely but without a fuss, with a focus on the quality of the flavours not elaborate presentation. My meal was perfect. I started with the asparagus, which was beautifully done, ideal crispness & not overwhelmed by too much sauce. It is my favourite vegetable when it is in season, & I was pleased with the simple but appealing presentation. I followed that with the steak frites, which is accompanied by beurre Café de Paris. This is not often an option on menus at home in Alberta, so I was delighted to see it there. My request to have my steak saignant was met, & it was presented nicely sliced, again, simple but appealing. The fries were some of the best I've had, crisp exterior & very tender inside. There were masses of them so I couldn't finish, although I was tempted to try. I finished with a white chocolate dessert, which was perhaps the least exciting part of the meal. It was enjoyable but not spectacular, & the raspberry coulis in the middle was not distributed well, so it was only at the very center of the dome that I finally got some, & then it was overpowering the white chocolate. This is probably just an assembly issue, but it affected the balance of the dessert. I was also not expecting a cake (cookie?) base inside. I think this item could be improved, perhaps as a panna cotta with raspberry & lemon. It wasn't bad, per se, but it didn't meet the level of the rest of the meal, so it was a bit of a low note to end on. I followed this with an espresso, which was balanced & well made. The ambiance is enjoyable, with an elegant restoration that honours the art deco style of this historic venue without being campy (a difficult balance). It is not the quietest place, partly because there are so many hard surfaces, but it was not overwhelming. For a solo diner, a seat at the bar provides a perfect spot for people watching & to enjoy the energy of the evening dinner service. This sounds funny, but also don't miss the chance to see the bathrooms, which are also nicely renovated but keep the historic elements. Sadly, there was an event on in the old main dining room, so I couldn't take a look, but I'm hoping I can see that on my next visit.

Jul 9, 2024

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Kiddada3

5.0

An absolute brilliant meal..We are a younger couple that wouldn't mind a little bit of action. When we first walked in, a touch of uncertainty hit us... As the exterior light got lower, the mood & vibe increased inside. The food was immaculate, legit... every single dish. The baked oyster was the most memorable dish in a bevy of perfect plates... Order more than one, we wish we had. Emmanuel provided stellar service for a multilingual table French/English/Spanish... I likely sound like a friend of the restaurant, but I am not. I would definitely return & recommend. Don't skip the cocktail bar, one of the highlights of the night...The fact that we only managed to snap 3 pics out of all the dishes lends to the idea we were more consumed with the food/vibe than capturing pictures for our social media.

Jun 22, 2024

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MollyStu-1299

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5.0

Le 9e est un lieu magnifique dont le personnel professionnel peut répondre à toutes vos questions. La nourriture était si fraîche & les cocktails étaient délicieux. C'était parfait !

Lara

5.0

Perched on the top floor, this restaurant offers a stunning backdrop for every meal. The beautifully restored space alone is worth the visit. However, the exquisite food, perfectly crafted cocktails, & the attention to service, are undoubtedly the main event. Not a detail missed.

May 18, 2024

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