Located in the Philips Square district, a few steps from the Quartier des Spectacles and the Bell Center, Le Carré offers Mediterranean-influenced cuisine, inspired by local Quebec products, based on the quality of the products that compose it.
In a friendly yet refined atmosphere, Le Carré is ideal for a casual meal at the counter, a business lunch or a festive evening, all in a cozy-chic setting.
Reviews describe Le Carré as an elegant, refined spot with warm, attentive service and a cozy, upscale ambiance. The menu centers on seasonal local ingredients with Mediterranean influences, offering light seafood starters and creative pastas and meats such as octopus, calamari, duck confit pasta, lamb, and even Wagyu burgers, all praised for balance and thoughtful presentation. Cocktails and wines are noted for quality and expert recommendations, while desserts and plating are frequently highlighted as delightful. Reservations are often advised due to its popularity, and guests consistently call the dining experience memorable, with high praise for the service, creativity, and overall value.
I feel like I died & went to heaven!! Upon entering, I knew this was going to be a dining experience like no other!! The ambience & decor was tasteful, modern, beautifully decorated & very elegant! I love the turquoise wall & the gold finishes!
The menu was extensive, I would have picked everything on the menu (as they all sounded delicious)!!
We started off with cocktails, which were garnished & presented so beautifully!!
We had the Scallops ceviche, the burrata & the beef tartare...OMG!!! Soooo pleasing to the eye, & palate; delicious!!
My main was the fresh pasta with duck confit (first time having duck confit)...I was in food HEAVEN!!! So savoury, so delicious, so creamy, the pasta was fresh & cooked to al dente; the peas were sweet & the cream was flavored beautifully!! so tasty, so yummy!!
The service was impeccable; very attentive, & efficient! This dinner was an absolute pleasure! I just wish I could go there every night (however, I had to come back to Toronto! :(
My friend & I reserved for lunch at Le Carré & what a treat it was. Food wise we shared the grilled Halloumi entrée, had different pasta dishes & dessert. Portions were good enough, well presented & simply delicious.
The service was prompt, attentive & polite. We truly discovered a little gem.
This place really surprised us. The menu seemed very mundane but what you were given was high quality ingredients cooked very well.
Started with the brussel sprouts & calamari. The brussel sprouts were cooked to perfection with poached pears with the natural flavor coming out in each bite. The calamari was some of the most crispy bites we've ever had.
Our mains included seafood risotto, lamb shoulder, hanger steak & cod fish & chips. Lamb shoulder hands down the best of the bunch. Tender moist & delicious flavor. Seafood risotto was full of textures & flavor. Fish & chips had a wonderful slaw topped with caviar. Hanger steak was cooked to perfection medium rare with a wonderful char. Flavors were all seasoned & exquisite without being over powered.
Dessert included a lemon pie & cream brûlée. Lemon pie was very different a worth a try & the crème brûlée was probably the most plain but presentation was gorgeous.
We recommend reservations as seats were limited & we lucked out getting a seat. Service was spot on & attentive. Definitely recommend this place.
Restaurant Le Carré is a true culinary standout in downtown Montreal. The moment you step in, the atmosphere is refined yet inviting a perfect'cozy-chic' setting for a truly super high-end food experience. Their commitment to Mediterranean-influenced cuisine, utilizing local Quebec products, shines through in every plate. I highly recommend the sward fish it was impeccably prepared, showcasing both skill & creativity. The presentation of the dishes is artful, & the service is polished, attentive, & genuinely warm. Whether for a business lunch or a special occasion dinner, Le Carré delivers an elevated, memorable meal that justifies every dollar. A must-visit for serious gourmands!
Our first night in Montreal & the food, drinks, ambiance & staff were outstanding. James was our host & our guide & he was cordial, knowledgeable & attentive.
Highly recommended.
Derek & Karla Steele (Winnipeg)
Two of us had an absolutely incredible dining experience here on March 22nd. A big part of that was due to Jean Francois' passion, knowledge & phenomenal customer service. He was kind, attentive, thoughtful & patient with our questions. He truly embodies exemplary client care & hospitality.
The meal was perfect, the atmosphere was fantastic & the location was great. 5 stars without hesitation. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.
Merci beaucoup!
We had an amazing experience celebrating our daughter's birthday! It was our first time at the restaurant, & we couldn't be happier. The waiters were incredibly kind & attentive, making the occasion even more special. Thank you for such a memorable evening-we'll definitely be back!
I had the most incredible dining experience at Le Carré restaurant! From the moment I called to make the group reservation to the minute we walked in... the atmosphere was warm, inviting, & beautifully decorated. The staff were attentive, friendly, & made sure that every detail was perfect throughout our meal. Special thanks to Alex & Illois for being so kind & helpful - your service truly elevated our evening & made the birthday surprise dinner an amazing experience for our team. The food was absolutely amazing, each dish crafted with care & bursting with flavor. We could tell that a lot of thought went into both the ingredients & presentation. My personal favorite was the Saffron Risotto & Seared scallops, but everything we tried was veryyy delicious. A heartfelt thank you to Chef & the kitchen team for making such a memorable meal. We will definitely be back & recommend Le Carré restaurant to anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience in Montreal!
Have had the pleasure of dining here a few times & I always look forward to returning. Dishes are innovative, flavorful, & with beautiful presentation. Servers are knowledgeable & genuinely attentive. Atmosphere is intimate & comfortable. Truly a wonderful place all around. It hits the mark for fine dining without being pretentious. Well done le Carré.
Oct 20, 2024
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We ordered the broccoli for an appetizer & duck pasta & lamb for mains. Everything was beautifully plated & delicious. Service was attentive. Very happy with our meal.
This is a small dining room with friendly & attentive service. The food is amazing, & I don't say that often. Everything we ordered was fantastic. The duck confit pasta is a generous portion of rich, meaty, & creamy fresh pasta that I want to eat over & over again. The arancini is large & crispy. The brownie was, well, perfect. Served slightly warm, it had a crackly top with the perfect balance between fudgy & cakey. Because it is a small space, guests are welcomed by being offered tables that they must vacate within 90 minutes, which is a tad annoying when that is the first experience you get from this restaurant. We were able to select a table that they said did not have a "time limit", however. I look forward to going back!
I had the pleasure of eating at Le Carre today for a light lunch. The burratta served with garden tomatoes & pesto was excellent & extremely flavourful. The salmon appetizer was plated with asparagus wrapped in seaweed paper & a lovely fresh lemon hollandaise sauce. Our waiter was charming & attentive while allowing us to enjoy our experience. I will be sure to dine here again the next time I am in Montreal.
We may have caught them on a bad night. We enjoyed exactly half of what we ordered - sadly the charred broccoli tasted rather raw & burned & the marinated octopus was overcooked.. & VERY marinated. Staff was very friendly but could have been more attentive. I got my main course without having cutlery & had to ask for it as my food was slowly getting cold. In summary we came with great expectations & were rather disappointed. At 230$ it wasn't exactly a steal either.
Aug 17, 2024
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Pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. The marinated octopus with the soup starter was truly delicious, far beyond my expectations. The presentation of the dishes is very meticulous, with every detail carefully considered. The service is also commendable, with attentive & friendly staff. Overall, it's a place I recommend.
