Founded in 1889 by Joseph Bourdeau & Daniel Hatton, The Boating Club of Ste-Rose was the most renowned nautical club in the region. Located next to the Plessis-Bélair Bridge, near the Rivière-des-Mille-Îles, the club was mostly composed of English-speaking Montreal vacationers. The club organized regattas and social evenings as well as balls in the "Club House". 125 years later, with the initiative of a Bourdeau (as in 1889) and his group of friends, The Boating Club comes back to life! In this great project we find, among others, the group of co-owners of the Philemon Bar in Old Montreal. Zébulon Perron, the designer behind enormous success such as, Grinder, La Buvette à Simone, Furco. Francis Lorrain from Boucherie Lorrain in Rosemère and Gary Sousa our captain.
Overall, patrons consistently praise Le Boating Club for excellent food and attentive service in a warm, lively setting that works for dates, celebrations, and casual evenings with friends. Dishes are frequently described as creative and generously portioned, with favorites including oysters, braised beef, gnocchi, seafood pastas, and standout desserts, while cocktails and wine are noted as well balanced. The ambiance combines chic and cozy with an open kitchen and flexible spaces, including a private room for events and a heated terrace that suits a festive mood. Some recurring caveats include noise and bustle on Fridays and Saturdays due to DJs and crowds, occasional delays during peak times, and occasional miscommunications about menus or dietary needs. Parking is mainly valet or street nearby. The staff are repeatedly credited with warmth, friendliness, and professionalism, helping create memorable experiences and often going the extra mile for celebrations. Taken together, Le Boating Club is viewed as a standout option in the area for quality food, strong service, and a vibrant atmosphere, with the caveat that it can be loud and busy at peak times.
Toujours une superbe expérience culinaire au Boating Club Laval ! L'équipe est d'une accueil remarquable & ça se voit que chacun aime réellement ce qu'il fait. Merci pour toutes les petites attentions qui ont rendu notre soirée encore plus agréable. Bravo à toute l'équipe !
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I had the absolute pleasure of dining at Le Boating Club in Laval, & it was a flawless experience from start to finish. The setting is stunning - a perfect mix of chic, cozy, & vibrant, with a warm ambiance that makes you instantly feel at ease.
The food was simply outstanding. Every dish was beautifully presented & full of flavor, clearly crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients & lots of creativity. From the appetizers to the mains & desserts, each bite was a delightful surprise. The cocktails were also fantastic - perfectly balanced & made with care.
What truly elevates this place is the service. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable, & genuinely friendly, always making sure everything was perfect without being intrusive.
Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner, a night out with friends, or even a place to celebrate something special, Le Boating Club delivers on every level. It's the kind of restaurant you leave already planning your next visit.
Nous avons célébré les 40 ans de mon mari (une fête surprise!) au Boating Club dans la salle privée & tout s'est déroulé à merveille. Le service d'Audrey a vraiment fait la différence : souriante, attentionnée & présente tout au long de la soirée. Nous avions un menu de groupe à partager, & j'avoue que j'avais un peu peur qu'il n'y ait pas assez… mais au contraire, les portions étaient tellement généreuses que nous avons même rapporté des restes à la maison!
Petit plus qu'on a beaucoup apprécié : nous avions le contrôle de la musique & des micros, ce qui nous a permis d'improviser une séance de karaoké 🥳. Un grand merci à toute l'équipe pour cette belle soirée. On recommande sans hésiter!
Always an amazing dining experience at the Boating Club. We came for husband's birthday & were pleasantly taken care of by Leanne (sorry for the spelling). She offered an amazing dining experience, from food & wine suggestions to being super attentive. We had oysters, tuna tataki, braised beef & seafood orecchiette pasta. Been coming here for years & always an amazing dining experience.
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Le boating club could be a very interesting experience with a few caveat.
The food is well made, tasty & plentiful.
They use fresh & good ingredients, with seasonal additions & adapt their menu for the season.
The service is very good.
Where the place falls apart is in the atmosphere department. It gets noisy & busy & they try to manage that by raising the music volume which adds to the overall chaos.
They handle gluten-free people, but vegetarian beware, they have most pestacarian options but they have no purely vegetarian main.
I had an amazing time! The private room was really nice & the food was really good. When I arrived I was told that the Karaoke was not working but the waitress who was assisting us figured out a way to fix it & I really appreciated it!
The only thing I would say is the staircase going down. I feel as though it is too dark because as I was going down them I missed a step & fell. I severely hurt my ankle & unfortunately cannot walk & needed to go to the hospital. If I had one recommendation it would be to have more light at the stairs as the other guests mentioned the same thing as well.
Overall I am so happy I decided to do my birthday at Le Boating Club & I would 100% come again!
Restaurant & bar/club avec possibilité de manger au comptoir du bar ou à table, que ce soit à l'intérieur ou à l'extérieur. Le plat était copieux & très bon, tout comme les cocktails. L'équipe était serviable & à l'écoute du client. J'avais choisi la pieuvre grillée aux asperges rôties, cependant, il n'y avait pas d'asperges. Étant donné que c'était la fin du service en cuisine, je peux comprendre qu'il manque certains ingrédients, mais il est préférable d'en avertir le client au préalable. À part cela, l'expérience reste agréable.
Ça fait des années que je ne vais plus au Boating Club car je trouvais les barmans désagréables. J'ai osé y retourner & sincèrement, WOW!! Merci à Sébastien qui nous a servis au bar: service attentionné, souriant & chaleureux. Thumb's up aussi pour les huitres & le tartare. Je vais revenir c'est certain! #teamse
Proud to be a part of the boeting club to serve & pick up the customer & take them back home in a safe trip, best of luck from all the drivers stuff in Taxi Sainte Rose Inc laval 🌼
Nul doute que le booting club se distingue par son décor & son atmosphère, Cependant j'ai été agréableablement surpris par la cuisine; les gnocchi en entrée étaient succulents & que dire de mon plat principal de raviolis au homard. Notre serveuse était patiente, attentionné & souriante. La carte des vins se veut élaborée & à la fois surprenante. Nous avons passé une merveilleuse soirée en bonne compagnie pour l'anniversaire de Roxy.
Always such a wonderful time at the boating club. Such a cool vibe, delicious high quality meals paired by private wines & attentive staff service. So so wonderful to always come back for date nights & birthdays!
Nous étions un groupe de 14 personnes, très bon accueil, les entrées & plats proposés pour le groupe étaient top. Vraiment belle soirée, merci à toute l'équipe du Boating Club !
we really enjoyed our dinner at the booting club, the food was good, the waitresses were friendly & welcoming, & all the staff were great. a very nice experience.
