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Michelle
We dined here over the weekend & had such high hopes for this place but unfortunately left here with a very bad taste in my mouth & will not be recommending this to anybody.
I had booked a table for two 1-month in advance & yet the waiter directed us to the bar trying to convince us that this was the best'VIP' seats in this very small restaurant. When we insisted to the waiter that we wanted to sit at a table instead of this VIP area where we are just staring at cups/plates, they refused to move us to a table unless we were willing to spend $150 PER PERSON for their chefs tasting menu. Absolutely ridiculous. We heard great things about this chef's menu so we decided to move forward with it so we can sit at a table, but this had already left me feeling very unwelcomed as a customer when we had a small request to sit at a table (which I very clearly booked) & it ended up costing us a bill with a minimum spend of $300.
The food was good, but was absolutely not $400 good (including tip & a couple of drinks). The first small appetizers on little crackers were great & we enjoyed the small crackers with fish roe. We also enjoyed the fresh crab & fish tartare but it wasn't mind-blowing by any means. The main dish was a crab gnocchi which was decent but again, the flavours were not mind-blowing & nothing to rave about. I've definitely had better pasta that did not cost an arm & a leg. The portions were small & we still left the dinner hungry.
Overall, I felt like this restaurant was trying to upsell us at ANY opportunity without even giving us a welcoming, enjoyable, & positive dining experience. They encouraged us to get a bottle of wine multiple times which we declined (given that we were already prepared to spend that $300 plus cocktails).
We left very very disappointed in this restaurant & the whole dining experience. The food was a 3/5 AT BEST & was extremely over-priced. Additionally, the cancellation policy is ridiculous. They will absolutely charge you the hold fee no matter what even if plans change & you can't attend so be absolutely 100% sure you can go on the day of reservation.
I do not recommend this restaurant & will not be returning again.View more
Kirsten
This place feels like a neighborhood spot but the food is an elevated, five-star experience. The food was beautiful to look at & magical in your mouth. They were very accommodating of dietary restrictions & helped us design a menu that worked around ours. We sat at the bar (which is also the kitchen) which enabled us to watch all the action - highly recommend for added fun! & customer service? Imagine leaving your hat behind at the restaurant, & the bartender dropping it off at your hotel the next morning! Extraordinary. This was an overall stellar dining experience & the perfect end to our trip to Montreal.View more
Lisa
The vibe is amazing & the food is even better! Each plate is made to perfection! I highly recommend!View more
Erick
Legendary. Tasteful. Amazing service. Worth it. 100% recommend.View more
Kirsti
One of the most spectacular meals I've ever had. The vibes of this restaurant are amazing. Our service was outstanding & every bite of food was incredible. Every bite felt like one of the best bites ever & we've been talking about it for two months since we've been. Would definitely recommend the chef's tasting menu because it was outstanding. We can't wait to be back in Montreal to come back to this spot!View more
Eric
Amazing food & great service. Flexible chef tasting where you set your own budget. Recommend strongly.View more
via LibroOur meal was incredibly delicious, & we felt welcomed & well attended while there. Highly recommend!
Beau
The perfect dining experience. Service was friendly & attentive. The dishes were inventive & flavorful. You can feel the care & artistry of the chef's team. Highly recommend!View more
via Libro
Came here for my birthday as I was told by several people how amazing the restaurant is. & let me tell you.... It did not disappoint. I had originally heard about their truffle gnocchi however, when we got there, the waiter informed us that there was no truffle gnocchi at the time since they were not able to source good quality truffle - while slightly disappointed, I appreciated the waiters honesty & the restaurants commitment to QUALITY.
We took the tasting menu (you can choose a budget from $100-$360) of $100 per person & we left the restaurant completely full. The portions were perfect, everything was so delicious.
The waiter explained that you don't necessarily get more food if you choose a more expensive tasting menu, rather, you'll see items of higher quality like caviar & wagyu.
The $100 tasting menu included Korean beef tartare, razor clams, cherry tomatoes with a feta & cream cheese mix, lamb chops, scallops, & the piece de resistance... veal chop with a creamy linguine on top. However, you can customize the tasting menu to your liking so it can look very different from table to table.
The food was perfection, scallops were tender, lamb & veal as well. Nothing lacked flavour - we were honestly very impressed.
& can't forget to mention the service... incredible. For a restaurant that doesn't look like much from the outside, the food will blow you away. Highly recommend you visit!
Elodie
Amazing restaurant with outstanding food. Highly recommend having the tasting menu which is fully tailored to the wants of the group.View more
via LibroIncredible meal in a chill environment. We went with a taster menu that hit every high note: fresh & rare ingredients combined with refined presentation & flavors. The wine list is spectacular, & the staff is incredibly knowledgeable & worldly. Will definitely dine there again, & would highly recommend to all those who love good food without the pretentiousness.
via LibroEven after 3 years since my first visit & this place surprises me. Amazing dishes & great staf.👌 I super recommend. That is so far my favorite spot.
via Libro
This is a small, neighbourhood restaurant, but in my opinion one of the best in the city. It has a very eclectic menu, but the food is always fabulous. The staff are attentive & knowledgeable, & the wine list excellent.
I highly recommend doing the tasting menu, you will be pleasantly surprised.
If you want to feel like a local, this is the spot.
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C'est un endroit que je vous recommende à 110%! Saveurs & passions seront au rendez-vous dans votre assiette! Pour en savoir plus, vous pouvez consulter la review suivante: http://laboufferie.com/restaurants/le-chien-fumant