Le Chien Fumant constitue une destination culinaire spécialisée dans les plats axés sur le marché et les tartares préparés avec expertise. Le menu privilégie des ingrédients frais et saisonniers provenant directement de fournisseurs locaux afin de garantir une qualité optimale pour chaque assiette. La clientèle découvre une atmosphère sophistiquée où les techniques françaises traditionnelles rencontrent des méthodes de préparation contemporaines. Chaque sélection met en valeur les saveurs naturelles des protéines et des produits de haute qualité grâce à une exécution rigoureuse. L'établissement maintient un engagement constant envers la précision culinaire sans recourir à des éléments superflus ou à des garnitures complexes. Cette approche produit une expérience directe et marquante pour ceux qui recherchent des préparations authentiques axées sur l'intégrité des produits. L'attention demeure fixée sur l'équilibre des textures et l'interaction subtile des saveurs.
Le Chien Fumant est largement reconnu comme une destination culinaire incontournable à Montréal, appréciée pour son atmosphère intime, ses plats d'inspiration française créatifs et parfaitement exécutés, ainsi qu'un menu dégustation qui enchante régulièrement les convives. L'expérience de pouvoir observer l'équipe en cuisine depuis le bar est souvent soulignée comme un aspect captivant et mémorable de la visite, le tout soutenu par un service attentionné et professionnel. Toutefois, des avis divergents subsistent concernant la constance des portions, le rapport qualité-prix du menu dégustation et le niveau sonore dans cet espace restreint. Si certains clients décrivent les portions comme généreuses et le prix justifié par la qualité, d'autres ont exprimé une déception liée à la cadence du service, aux politiques de menu parfois restrictives pour les groupes, et au coût global par rapport aux quantités servies.
The food was good, but shouldn't have chosen the chef creation, with a budget of $250 for 2 people ! They ask you what is your budget. I chosen Chef creation, but they were defined. Was disappointed, as reviews suggested differently. Were we supposed to pay even more ? Overpriced versus other great restaurants. Even though we gave our tastes & things we didn't like, we got small portions & thought we would have had at least another dish with some Angus beef as part of the multiple servings. We should have picked defined food in the menu. Wine list is definitely overpriced. Super loud, because it's a small place. Parking, there is no valet. They said to park in a dead end part up the street. It's the Plateau. Total bill with food, 1 bottle of wine, 1 dessert, taxes, tips 18%, $640 ! Would like to try again, but too pricey.
Menu dégustation hallucinant signé par le chef Max. Service impeccable assuré par Jean, & une hospitalité hors pair de Nicolas & de toute son équipe. Une expérience mémorable du début à la fin. Je le recommande à tous !
What did we eat? Whatever the chef decided. I love taking the tasting menu, having no expectations, & enjoy the food so much. The restaurant is very small, so be sure to reserve. We wanted a table but ended up at the bar- which ended up being a good experience as we were able to see all the action in the kitchen.
29 nov. 2025
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Un vrai petit bijou au coeur du Plateau. Je ne sais par où commencer. Un accueil chaleureux par un des patrons, puis par les serveurs. Nous avons décidé de faire confiance & de prendre un menu dégustation pour 2 personnes. Une surprise qui a réussi à surpasser nos attentes : Une cascade de plats plus délicieux les uns que les autres, que soit côté terre ou mer, tout était à la perfection. On peut sentir la passion avec laquelle le chef en cuisine prépare le tout. & que dire de l'accord mets & vins, qui s'est montré à la hauteur de la cuisine.
Encore une fois, un grand merci à toute l'équipe qui a su nous convaincre de revenir au plus vite, & d'en parler autour de nous ✨
If you like great food with a neighborhood restaurant atmosphere then you'll love this place. Not noisy, not a scene, just a chef & his crew cooking very tasty French inspired food. We were on vacation so we went for the $150 tasting menu. We didn't know exactly how many dishes or how much food we would get but it was at least 6 courses. Nothing was in writing so we just went with our chef/host suggestions. Everything was good but I was so full at the end I couldn't really appreciate the last course. The wines by the glass were excellent too. I would definitely come back here. We sat at the bar & watched them prepare the food. Fun!!
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.
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!
Excellent ! Nous avons mangé chez le Chien Fumant le 10 août au soir. Une expérience mémorable en 3 services guidée par le chef & notre serveur au petit soin. J'aime les bons restaurants & j'en ai fait plusieurs à Montréal où ailleurs. Mais cela faisait longtemps que je n'avais pas aussi bien mangé. Mes papilles en redemandent. Merci ! Je reviendrai
C'est vraiment le meilleur restaurant de Montréal! Le chef est créatif & chaque plat est incroyable，Le service était très professionnel，l'atmosphère est calme & romantique，Nous reviendrons c'est sûr！
I can't say enough how wonderful our experience was! The food was amazing - the beef tartare especially so, & the chocolate cake was one of the best desserts I've ever had at a restaurant. Our server Benjamin was super lovely, & the cigar menu was a delightful surprise. I cannot wait to go back & do a chef's tasting menu.
