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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Le Passé Composé stands out with a chic, cozy ambiance and a refined, modern take on brunch that many reviews describe as delicious and generously portioned. Dishes such as bone marrow, foie gras poached egg, pain doré, and grilled cheese receive frequent praise for rich flavors, inventive combinations, and beautiful presentations. The service is described as attentive and friendly, with staff often creating a warm, elegant atmosphere, and the terrace and decor adding to a special occasion feel. While some comments note higher prices and the occasional slower service during busy times or after the move, most reviews highlight a memorable dining experience worth the cost. Reservations are advised due to popularity, and the new location is seen as bright and stylish, sometimes compared to New York vibes. Overall Le Passé Composé is celebrated for sophisticated brunch, flavorful, visually appealing plates, and a convivial setting that keeps guests returning.
Ambiance plus huppé que l'ancienne adresse. Les plats aussi sont différents mais toujours aussi délicieux bien que moins copieux j'ai l'impression. Un samedi midi on attend pas mal. Mais je ne regrette pas & recommanderai plutôt en semaine. J'ai hate de découvrire la nouvelle adresse sur le Plateau.
Un très beau & bon restaurant pour bruncher. Les plats sont très bien réalisés avec un assaisonnement à la pointe. Gros coup de coeur pour le fois gras & sa sauce crémeuse qui vous fera saliver.
Le restaurant est très propre, le service est parfait, très aimable. Je recommande vivement avec votre moitié ou autre amis.
Feb 19, 2026
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J'ai récemment mangé au Passé Composé, & l'expérience a été globalement très agréable. Certes, l'attente pour être installés a été un peu longue... mais cela en valait largement la peine au final !
Notre serveur Arnault a été particulièrement sympathique & professionnel. Très attentif sans être envahissant ce qui a vraiment contribué à l'ambiance chaleureuse dans le restaurant qui était autrement plein à craquer ! Côté cuisine, c'était délicieux, la moelle osseuse m'a particulièrement plu, très savoureuse. Mes copines ont également beaucoup apprécié leurs plats. Nous nous sommes régalées.
Le pain doré était à tomber, trop bon, & le grilled cheese était lui aussi excellent. Chaque plat était généreux & TRÈS gourmand. La nourriture nous as rappelé le WoodPecker 47, l'un de nos spots brunch favoris. Bref entre la qualité du service & celle de nos plats, l'attente initiale a été vite oubliée.
Une très belle adresse que je recommande sans hésiter, on comprend bien pourquoi le restaurant était blindé !
I came here after seeing Le Passé Composé heavily recommended on social media & marketed as one of Montreal's best brunch spots. Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to the hype.
Our group all ordered the foie gras. I initially wanted to order the pancakes with maple syrup, nuts, & sugar, but they were already sold out. While the waitresses were polite & attentive, the food itself was disappointing. The foie gras portion was extremely small & felt more like a piece of bread topped with a poached egg than a true foie gras dish. On top of that, the food arrived almost cold.
Even though the wait time was reasonable, the quality-to-price ratio is simply not there. I paid $57 (including tip) for the foie gras & an iced matcha latte, which I would not recommend at all. it was about 90% milk & 10% matcha, & once mixed, it tasted like flavorless green milk.
Overall, I would suggest saving your trip & going to another brunch spot, such as Allô Mon Coco. While the food may be less'exotic,' the quality & quantity is noticeably better for the exact same price or even less.
Magnifique endroit pour un brunch entre amis ou en famille.
La nourriture était absolument excellente & le choix très varié.
Nous avons mangé du sucré & du salé. Mention spéciale au grilled cheese Gaspor, au pain doré & aux crêpes au caramel.
Nous avons adoré notre expérience. Le service était également parfait.
Je recommande vivement cette belle adresse. Tant pour la qualité de la nourriture, du service que du prix!
Les lieux sont magnifiques & la nourriture est exquisite. Très bon service. Déjeuner & dîner fortement recommandé. Un must à faire durant votre séjour.
Oct 16, 2025
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Best patio brunch ever. The lox & cream cheese bagel was stacked high with smoked salmon, mousse-like cream cheese & omg breaded & fried avocado. Matchstick frites came with house made mayo. & the French toast was delicately but deeply fried, with mini jogs of Quebec maple syrup. The people watching was a bonus floor show. Highly recommended, but not cheap.
La lenteur du service du brunch était inacceptable & ce, malgré le fait que le restaurant n'était pas très occupé au moment de notre arrivée. Nous avons attendu plus d'une heure pour recevoir notre nourriture. Un serveur, qui n'était pas assigné à notre table, a servi mon plat à une autre personne qui est arrivée 45 minutes après nous. Cette personne n'avait même pas commandé le même plat que moi. Par politesse, mes compagnes ont attendu une douzaine de minutes pour la réception de mon plat avant de manger. On a reçu des pains dorés complémentaires en guise de compensation, mais ceux-ci nous ont tous rendus malades, ce qui a ruiné nos plans pour l'après-midi. Malheureusement, nous ne pouvons recommander cet établissement. De nos jours, les sorties au restaurant coutent assez cher, nous nous attendions à un meilleur service.
Heard really good things about this place but we left feeling very disappointed. My salmon bagel plate lacked flavour. It honestly tasted like nothing, it lacked salt & spice. The waiter recommended the bone marrow which was the most expensive item on the menu & I did not like. It tasted a lot like mushrooms & it was not for me. This is more of a pricey place to get brunch & maybe we chose the wrong plates but it was deceiving. We will not be going back...
Passe Composé offers a really nice variety of breakfast & brunch options. The menu is creative & well thought-out, though I personally wished the portions were a bit bigger. The wait was quite long (& it wasn't even a Saturday), so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. Service could be a little quicker, especially since it's mostly brunch dishes, but overall it's a charming spot worth visiting
Aug 22, 2025
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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
I visited this restaurant for the first time today & let me tell you it was amazing! The terrace is absolutely beautiful, very nice views. I ordered the Mediterranean grilled cheese & it did not disappoint, def top 3 best grilled cheeses I've ever had. I'd also like give an extra thanks to Alex my server. He was incredibly attentive & great at his job! 100% recommend 😃
Jul 11, 2025
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I would recommend, but they have put too many tables in a small space - my guest had to keep contorting herself in different positions to let people pass, which wasn't ideal when we were trying to eat. I also saw so many people hit their heads on the hanging lampshades… it's not cheap, but it is nice.
1ere expérience & assommée de voir une cuisine aussi raffinée! Ça faisait longtemps…je n'y croyais plus! Accueil parfait, serveuse parfaite, repas parfait! Juste les prix qui sont pas mal cher mais sinon, tout est parfait ! Je recommande vivement!
I had high hopes for this place, but it turned out to be a letdown. For a brunch spot with premium prices, the experience felt far from worth it. Service was slow from the start-our food took over 30 minutes to arrive, & one dish didn't hit the table until 45 minutes later. To make matters worse, the food wasn't even hot when it finally came-lukewarm at best.
Ordering coffee? Don't expect any sugar or condiments at the table. You'll have to specifically request the exact number of sugar packets you want, which feels oddly stingy for a place charging this much. Table turnover & cleaning were just as sluggish. All in all, the service & attention to detail just didn't match the price point. Wouldn't recommend unless you have time (& patience) to spare.
