Le Filet presents a focused culinary approach centered on high-quality seafood and market-driven ingredients. The kitchen emphasizes creative preparation methods that highlight the inherent textures and profiles of fresh fish and seasonal products. Plates are composed with precision to balance natural flavors against sophisticated seasoning profiles. The interior space features a deliberate aesthetic that supports a focus on the immediate dining experience rather than external distractions. Each dish reflects an commitment to technical execution and material integrity throughout the menu. The overall environment facilitates an direct engagement with the craft of modern seafood preparation and small-batch food sourcing. This establishment maintains a clear identity defined by its consistent application of creative techniques to oceanic and local market staples.
Le Filet is widely celebrated as a premier culinary destination in Montreal, distinguished by its inventive, high-quality seafood dishes and expert flavor combinations. Guests frequently highlight the miso oysters, gnocchi, and fresh crudo as standout items, often describing the dining experience as both refined and memorable. The atmosphere is generally characterized as elegant yet cozy, making it an excellent choice for special occasions or intimate evenings. While the vast majority of visitors praise the professional, attentive, and warm service provided by the staff, some guests note that the restaurant can become quite noisy when full, and opinions on portion sizes and overall value vary. Despite a few isolated critiques regarding specific dish preparations or service pacing, the establishment maintains a strong reputation for consistency and passion, solidifying its place as a favorite for locals and visitors alike.
This was my favorite restaurant while visiting in Montreal for the first time. Tried almost everything on the menu & everything tasted amazing. I didn't get to take a picture of everything we tried because it was so good! Additionally, the staff were very professional & welcoming. I highly recommend this restaurant.
I am definitely a loyal customer here! It my favorite restaurant in Montreal! They make the best mix of Japanese & western cuisine!
Everything is perfect! Super stable outcome, great balance, great selection (although is a very classic small menu however does not affects the great taste, because they often have seasonal dish that is not on the menu!) great food, great service, great atmosphere!
I come so often that you can tell from my photos, my most frequent score was 4 times in a months.
I love Le filet so much that I made a video about it 10/10! 💗✌🏻👏🏻✨✨✨✨✨
I would recommend everything on the menu except the Poisson à la volée & Le flanc de porc.
Enjoy!
Jul 28, 2025
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Extrêmement décevant de la part du restaurant avec la facture de 400 dollars pour 2 personnes de ne pas avoir un sommelier. C'est excellent pour les gens qui voudraient appareiller eux même leurs vins au plats, mais pour nous malheureusement avec'choisissez entre Chablis & Riesling' ça se transforme à'apportez votre vin' mais au prix excessivement cher.
Sinon certains plats sont excellents, comme par exemple le ceviche de dorade - frais, saveurs équilibrés, croquants. Pour les autres c'est une déception, comme le tartare de Thor qui regorge d'huile de sesame grillé ou les gemelli au joues de veaux braisés pour lesquels la présence de fois gras n'apporte rien - ça reste les pâtes mais à 40 dollars.
Bref, à ce prix c'est malheureusement une déception.
Un coup de coeur assuré! Ma conjointe & moi avons été le 22 juillet dernier & WOW ! Les plats sont soignés & raffinés, l'ambiance est magnifique avec le long bar, la cuisine ouverte est un petit plus & que dire du service de Rose, qui a été impeccable...je vous le recommande & j'y retournerai assurément!!!
New review 2025
Back here now 10 times since the last review. Hands down our favourite restaurant in Montreal. Food is incredible, great vibe. Kitchen is a marvel to watch as they prepare food. It does not matter which dish you try, they are all impeccable. Always have the fish of the week/day, which was a masterpiece. Choice of wine & service is 10/10.
Old review 2024
Wow a true 10/10 in every ways. Top 5 places in Montreal for sure. Food exceptional. Wine amazing. Service super super. Wow. Kudos to the owners. Rare find.
Portion des assiettes très petites, pour le prix c'est trop., pour être honnête j'aurai du prendre un deuxième plats principal pour être rassasié.
Nourriture excellente, malheureusement revenu chez moi j'ai du me nourrir à nouveau.
Ça c'est non.
Super endroit en face du parc
Terrasse tranquille
Service impeccable & attentionné
Les huîtres aux jalapeno sont supers
Le tartare de thon au délicieux
Belle sélections de vins principalement français
Two absolute highlight dishes were the halibut entrée & the maple Square dessert. As an octopus lover, I ordered it also but found it mediocre. Overall, everything that was recommended to us was divine & our service was excellent. We sat at the counter & it was a totally suitable dining environment for two - good for being conversational with the staff even. High-quality wine list.
