Set in beautiful location on Montreal's West Island in the heart of Pointe Claire-Village, this Cajun-flavoured French restaurant attracts clientele from both the nearby suburbs and the hard-to-please downtown crowd. Le Gourmand boasts a casual atmosphere combined with sophisticated cuisine, in a stone house with flower-covered terrace.
The recent addition of a wine bar has blended the historic past with an exciting future! Enjoy a relaxing cocktail at the bar before diner.
Le Gourmand is described as a warm, intimate old world spot with a refined menu and consistently strong cooking, where diners praise standout dishes such as duck breast, veal scallopini, seafood like cod in saffron and shrimp, and desserts like profiteroles and creme brulee; oysters and venison receive frequent praise, while a few items such as crab cakes divide opinions. Service is repeatedly called impeccable and attentive, with a welcoming atmosphere, though a handful of visits mention slower service, a lack of greeting at the door, and on the terrace the noise from planes can be a drawback. The space and terrace add charm, but value is debated, with some calling the price point high for the quality and others calling it worth the splurge for a memorable gourmet experience. Reservations are advised as it can be busy, especially on weekends, and overall the reviews suggest a memorable, occasionally flawless evening that may vary by visit but remains a reliable gourmet stop.
Bob our server was phenomenal from beginning to end. Perfect suggestions. We never needed anything he always is one step ahead, but a great waiter & ambassador for the restaurant. Must try French onion soup Peppercorn filet was perfect. Best around
My favorite go-to restaurant for all occasions! Everything is delicious, service is top-notch & the overall atmosphere is warm & welcoming. Can't wait for the terrace to open 🤩 Highly recommend 👌🏼
We walked in at 5:30pm & they sat us immediately in the corner at a table for two. Bread was given immediately & was replenished throughout the meal. The Caesar salad, escargot, filet mignon, cheesecake & chocolate torte were incredible. Really great food. However, it was our two-year anniversary & nothing was done, even though I reminded one of the servers at the front. The server in charge of water would come at the most inappropriate of times. We were really disappointed in the overall service.
What an amazing & impromptu culinary experience on a rainy Monday night. The staff was the most amazing & the food just as equally marvellous. Thank you for a great experience! We will be back.
Le Gourmand never disappoint! Ingredients are always fresh, food is delicious & table d'hôte is updated weekly. Staff is super friendly & service is 👌🏼 Excellent choice for lunch or dinner. Highly recommend!
Feb 7, 2024
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Jolie restaurant. La nourriture était bonne. Ambiance super, très belle décoration.
Soupe a l'oignon un peu salé à mon goût & le canard avait une cuisson inégal selon les personnes à table. Mais dans l'ensemble un bon repas. Le service était excellent.
Simply amazing food. Best mushroom soup I ever had, no question about it. Super service. Note that it can get a bit loud but it adds to the warm atmosphere.
Cute French restaurant . Service was a bit slow in the beginning but got better as the evening progressed. We ordered the soup of the day which was a mushroom bisque & the coconut shrimp . Both were okayish. However the main dish seafood gratin was excellent . We then had the brownie for dessert which was also good .
Charming rustic looking building. Food, drinks & service were great. We sat outside under the awning. The entire area is heated. It was pretty busy for mid week dinner.
