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.
Visited in the summer of 2025, had an amazing meal. Even the starter bread & butter was such a good combination. Highlight's from the main included the duck confit pasta, the sauce was rich & lots of depth to the dish. Dessert was a dish that included ice cream & it was flat out best vanilla ice cream ever, so dense & smooth tasting. Overall, highly recommend!
Since Le Carre is attached to a hotel, I expected a corporate style restaurant, but was pleasantly surprised to see they arent afraid to serve good food with an interesting twist.
The calamari & salad were solid starters, & the pea & leek soup was fantastic. The sea bass was quite impressive with a lot of sour notes-almost too much but I appreciate the unique flavor. They nicely split the octopus for us. The streak was tender & I highly recommend the duck pasta.
Desserts were nicely plated & garnished: I wasnt sure what to expect with the brownie but it was rather crispy & elegantly plated. The creme brulee was nice & thin & came out flaming.
Service was good throughout the night, & the interior is small but elegant.
Jan 5, 2026
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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)
Party of 12 for dinner. Fantastic food, presentation & service. Couple of vegetarian options. Everyone had great things to say about the taste. Ambience was outstanding too. Highly recommend. For the food & experience the process was very good.
Had dinner at Le Carré last Saturday. The ambiance was cozy & elegant. The service was top-notch & friendly. The food was amazing. Highly recommend for a great dining experience in Montreal.
One of kind... Food was mind blowing & is there service. All dishes we ordered was good... but KAMOURASKA SPRING LAMB VARIATION & FRIED CAULIFLOWER was exceptional for sure. Though it was a walk in to this restaurant, they treated us like they know us for ages. Highly recommend to try if you are near Philips square & look for nice place to eat.
Absolutely delicious. Highly recommend. The grilled tuna was exceptional, & my husband loved his steak. Cozy, chic spot; perfect for date night. Make reservations!
The most wonderful meal! Popped in without a reservation ( highly recommend making one) but luckily they accommodated us at the bar where Jean Francois ( Jeff) took good care of us & we watched the chef & kitchen create mouth watering meals, exquisitely presented. The hanger steak was like butter & my muddled raspberry mojito refreshing. Chef even gave us the salad dressing recipe - thank you 💗. Can't wait to return.
Apr 14, 2024
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Amazing food, service, & atmosphere is what you can expect from Le Carre. A great selection of appetizers, mains & desserts. The service is absolutely perfect. I will definitely be going back to Le Carre next time I visit Montreal. I highly recommend to everyone.
Great experience overall! The staff was extremely friendly & the ambiance is very welcoming & cozy. The dishes were delicious with a beautiful presentation. The quality & tastes of everything was outstanding from the entrees down to the desserts. Highly recommend, & I plan to return soon! Well done!
Usually I always have something to say but for once I have to tell you that everything was perfect !
The restaurant, waiters, the food OMG the best steak ever !!! The portion were really good, the desserts whoaa.
I highly recommend !
The prices aren't that hight compared to what you have on the plate. I made a comparison I paid the same as if it were "les enfants terribles" restaurant but for twice the size & a higher quality.
