Le Passé Composé
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Le Passé Composé
Gourmet French brunch restaurant located in the Old Port of Montreal
9 am - 3 pmNew Year's Day: hours might differ
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Available 7 days out of 7
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Discover Le Passé Composé, a gourmet French brunch restaurant located in the heart of Old Montreal. A must-visit for brunch enthusiasts, this spot reinvents the classics with a bold and creative menu.
Led by Chef Arnaud Glay, renowned for his signature poached eggs, Le Passé Composé unveils an all-new concept that is sure to delight your taste buds. An unforgettable brunch destination not to be missed!
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Display Allbrunch(170) prix(52) cheese(43) french(43) toast(43) foie gras(40) egg(40) recommend(39) oeuf(39) french toast(37) qualite(33) grilled cheese(31)Page 1 of 2 - 35 Reviews
Dominik
The service was good but the food fell a bit flat, especially for the prices they charge. Grilled cheeses for $30+ that are decent at best. We also had the bone marrow duck confit poached egg which to be honest tries to be too many things at once & loses itself in the myriad of fancy ingredients. We were in good company so we enjoyed ourselves but I had much better food for a fraction of the price.
Olivia
I went on a Saturday for brunch around 10am & was able to get a table for 2 easily but around 10:40, the host was notifying people that they could not fit them in until much later.
The food was AMAZING! I ordered the croque monsieur & it was perfection. My partner ordered the rustic poached egg & it was also amazing.
Our waitress was very nice but the service was a little slow but it allowed us to enjoy the beautiful atmosphere a little bit longer! I will definitely be back when I visit Montreal again.
Matthew
I'd been meaning to try this place for over a year, so expectations were high. Finally made it in for brunch & went straight for the Eggs Benedict-hard to go wrong with a classic.
Except, somehow, they did. The poached egg came out fully cooked, yolk & all. I actually sat there wondering if Montreal had its own version of'poached,' & even double-checked the menu to see if this was some intentional twist. Nope. Just a regular Benny.
They offered to replace the egg, which is fair, but still-how do you charge this much for an Eggs Benedict & not get the poached egg right?
Kind of a letdown, especially after looking forward to it for so long.
Liza
Absolutely disappointed! From the moment we walked in, the restaurant smelled like eggs not what you expect from a place with such a strong reputation in Montréal.
I ordered my dish without meat, yet it arrived covered in meat. After chasing down servers, my plate was taken back. While waiting, we had to share the other plate at the table. When mine finally came, it was cold, unappealing, & the egg that should have been soft & runny was overcooked. I could barely eat a few bites of the brioche.
We were offered a few items as a gesture, but that doesn't make up for what was supposed to be a pleasant, refined brunch that turned into a very poor experience. In the end, we still paid for two plates: one we shared while waiting, & one that was practically inedible. No apology, no real care. Not the level of quality you expect from a place like this in Montréal.
Sakura
We had breakfast here this morning when they opened at 9:00. The foie gras was quite pricey-$45 for two pieces of bread, two eggs, & two slices of foie gras, or $35 if you order just one slice with an egg & bread. The taste was good though; the foie gras was tender, rich, & a bit oily.
The other dishes were decent as well-overall above average, not bad at all, though I would say the prices are on the higher side. The location is nice, & the music adds to the atmosphere. It's a good place to try, but not necessarily a must-visit.
Enzo
Beautiful setting, attentive staff, & food that was both well-presented & delicious. I ordered the mushroom'champêtre' eggs benedict &, as you can see, the presentation was beautiful. The taste matched the look. Without further ado, I recommend it!
OBS: I found it slightly more expensive than it should be, but at least they deliver quality
Vivian
I went to Le Passé Composé for brunch with a couple of friends, & we had such a lovely time. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, with a warm, modern, & elegant vibe.
I ordered the Champêtre, & it honestly blew me away. The combination of flavors & textures was so thoughtful & creative - a poached duck egg on brioche, wild mushrooms, pulled pork, & a creamy sauce. The crispy potato chips added such a perfect finishing touch. Every bite was balanced without feeling heavy - truly next level.
We came to catch up & relax, & this place delivered on every front: amazing food, great service, & a beautiful ambiance. Le Passé Composé is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates an elevated brunch in Montreal.
Yuquid
food was really good, I got the eggs Benedict with mushrooms (it has a fancier name but in forgetting!) & a cocktail with matcha. The cocktail was really good as it had jalapeno in it which I didn't except to like but it had a really nice balance! The eggs Benedict was filling & very good.
Nikki
Really great brunch spot. It's on the fancier side in terms of atmosphere, service & price. Quite a hefty price for brunch but it was worth it. The champêtre (mushroom & pork) poached eggs were amazing 10/10. Would order again. Lamb sandwich was also amazing. They unfortunately didn't have any soup so that was a bummer, we had to settle for the potatoes which weren't that good. The coffee was a bit lukewarm, would have liked it much hotter. The seating was also a bit crammed but I guess they need to maximize tables for their business
Ivan
I enjoyed my time here. The coffee was perfect, served with a thick cream on the side. There was also a wide variety of cocktails, including special morning cocktails. My favourite breakfast option Egg Benedict, but there were several other delicious choices.
As a side note, I hope they replace the worn-out menu book.
Yarensu
loved the atmosphere & the food. We tried the poached egg with lamb, grilled cheese, & French toast, all were amazing. The staff was also very friendly. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Montreal
Alex
Poached egg with bone marrow might just be the best meal I've ever had in my life. Had a large group & service was fantastic.
MJ
Definitely pricey but I assure you it's worth it. The duck confit eggs Benedict & French toast are amazing!!
Mimi
Worth walking through a blizzard for, we were quickly seated upon arrival & the hearty poached eggs brunch warmed us right up.
-panko French toast, Rustic, Maritime.
Sabrina
Brace yourself for some seriously DELICIOUS sandwiches! Amazing taste, cute place & veeeeery nice staff. With its art deco design, this restaurant gives a very romantic setting for a brunch/lunch/coffee date. As for the food, tasty, fresh, delicious, in one word, AMAZING! I tried a lot of sandwiches places in this specific neighborhood, & it's the first time I want seconds! I recommend the classic & the club. Finally, the coffee is also delicious & very flavorful. Also, if you want to try the brunch, make a reservation in advance, a lot of demand & for a very good reason, delicious food ! Try the French bread (deep fried with fresh fruits & a very tasty cream) & the foie gras with eggs (available without pork), it's to die for !
Ya-Ting
We love the food there & the atmosphere is really nice Must try the foie gras poached eggs!
Charlotte
The wait time was significantly longer than expected, we waited an hour for the food to arrive. When the food finally arrived, I was particularly disappointed with the foie gras poached egg dish. The portion size was surprisingly small for the price. As other reviews said, half the amount for same price.
Jenny
Very disappointing experience! The foie gras dish is half of what it used to be for the same price. In the old location, they would give 2 brioches with egg & foie gras. The brioche is also not as buttery & flavourful as before. It tasted bland. The portion of the Brussels sprouts is very small. Would probably not come back.
Sarah
Beautiful new location. The food is good however it is more expansive. For the same price as the previous location, they don't serve 2 poached eggs anymore. Only 1 for 40$ & no fruit on the side. I'd recommend the grilled cheese as the portion looks bigger.
Andy
I came to Le Passé Composé for lunch a while ago & tried their 2 Foie Gras Poached Eggs Benedict. The atmosphere was chill & relaxing & the server was quite friendly. The benedict was really good in terms of flavour, texture, overall food ratio/balance, nicely poached eggs, & good turnip/potato. Trying Foie Gras for the first time was interesting as well & the foie gras complimented the food. I would go there again for the food again but it may be better for couples as the dish can feel a bit overwhelming or greasy near the end. Overall, I'd give the experience 8.8/10