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.
I was a big fan of the original spot & finally got to try this updated space - it's different in feel but still delivers on flavour. We had the Bagel Passé Composé (with fried avocado & smoked salmon), the Rustic plate with Gaspor pork & wild mushrooms, & of course, the iconic panko-crusted French toast. The textures & presentation were spot on, & service was quick & friendly. It's clear they've elevated their menu without losing the soul of what made Passé Composé a Montreal brunch legend. Will definitely return!
Joli spot de brunch avec la terrasse. Le service était sympa.
Les plats que nous avons essayé étaient bons mais très (trop) riches à notre goût.
Nous avons trouvé le prix un peu élevé par rapport à l'expérience.
Jul 1, 2025
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Super belle ambiance au soleil sur la terrasse pour un beau brunch du samedi matin! Personnellement je n'ai pas trouvé que le'Premium' du mimosa valait la peine (avec de la liqueur de framboise) comparativement à un mimosa classique, mais tout de même très bon. Oeufs pochés avec foie gras pour mon copain qui sortaient de l'ordinaire, os à moëlle pour moi & ouf, probablement un des meilleurs brunchs de notre vie!
Un brunch au prix d'un souper, mais qui en vaut amplement la peine.
An incredible brunch venue with great decor & a great staff that is always on its feet 😇 We made reservations & were seated right away & started with latte & French vanilla milkshake ❤? We then moved onto Strawberry shortcake waffle as well as Gaspor Grilled Cheese & wow ❤?❤? Every bite was incredibly delicious & made with so much attention to taste & texture ❤?❤? The menu is very extensive & we cannot wait to come back to this 11/10 restaurant & try other food items with family & friends 😇😇 UPDATE: Went for brunch again & had the cafe latte, mango & lime smoothie, foie de gras, & rustic & were so delicious ❤?❤? As always great service & great food 😇😇
Jun 14, 2025
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The Bone Marrow was tasty & a little on the fatty side, make sure you go there hungry, the dish were definitely unique both it's taste & presentation. The environment was nice & cosy, you can sit outside in the summer.
Great place for breakfast! The staff is so professional & friendly. The food is really good & the tea selection superb. Tuck in a new residential area with a lot of nice places. I cannot wait to return
OMG OMG OMG!!! Let me just SCREAM about this place because I am still emotionally recovering from what just happened to my taste buds. First of all, I don't even like writing reviews, but I would literally sue myself if I didn't shout about this to the internet.
I walked in & immediately knew something cosmic was about to happen. I ordered an iced matcha latte, thinking,'Sure, whatever, I've had a thousand of these before.' HONEY, NO. This was a GREEN ELIXIR FROM THE HEAVENS. If a unicorn cried tears of happiness into a cup, it would taste like this. OMG OMG. I considered grabbing the barista by the collar & demanding answers, but I had to compose myself because it was about to get WEIRDER.
Next up, grilled cheese. You think you've had grilled cheese? YOU HAVEN'T. Not until you've had THIS grilled cheese, which is the literal embodiment of comfort, nostalgia, & dreams, all melted into one perfect sandwich. I had to check if my soul was still inside my body. I'm not religious but I almost started speaking in tongues, that's how deep it hit. OMG.
& THEN-get this-even their WATER tasted like it was filtered through the clouds of Mount Olympus, with a hint of existential joy. I never thought I'd be raving about H2O, but here I am, one sip away from writing a poem about water. I started doubting my whole life: what other liquids have been LYING to me all this time?
This is not a restaurant, it's a portal. I would sell my left shoe to eat here every day. OMG OMG. If you haven't been, RUN-don't walk. If you see someone in the corner weeping softly, it's probably me, waiting for another grilled cheese.
I've been a huge fan of their old location on Maisonneuve. First time on William St & the place looks more upscale & it's very nice. But the service was non existent… ordered 3 plates one being sweets that the waiter forgot & after we were done he wasn't available to ask it. Finally went inside to ask for him & as if the plate was already on its way… took 20 minutes to get. For the bill it was the same way… & we were there for almost 2 hours & not once we got water refilled. For a total bill of 145$ I was very disappointed
I still left the undeserved 15%
I've known Le Passé Composé for many years now , back when it was still located in the Village. Since then, they've closed that original location & reopened closer to Old Port / Griffintown. The new space is absolutely beautiful, elegant, bright, & divided between a restaurant & a coffee shop. Visually, both sides are stunning & give off the same chic, contemporary energy.
I'll start with the restaurant side: I've never had a bad experience there. The food is rich, beautifully presented, & genuinely satisfying. Portions are massive, like, seriously, it's a challenge to finish a plate. The dishes lean on the heavier side, so come hungry. Quality-wise, it's hard to complain. Everything I've tried has been fresh, well-executed, & worth the trip. The drinks, however, are a different story... expensive to the point where it becomes hard to justify. I get that you're paying for the space & vibe too, but at a certain point, it does start to feel like you're paying a premium just because they can get away with it.
Now, the coffee shop side is where the experience gets tricky. I go there fairly often, mostly because my office is right around the corner, & for the most part, it's a good lunch spot, the food is tasty, the menu is simple but solid, & the ambiance is pleasant. But the inconsistency in service is real. When it's good, it's efficient & enjoyable. When it's bad, it's frustratingly bad.
Case in point: one particularly disappointing lunch visit with four of my colleagues. We arrived early, the place was nearly empty, just one table ahead of us. Yet, we ended up waiting over an hour for basic café-style meals. The two staff behind the counter were still preparing food for the first table, & while I get that fresh prep takes time, this was excessive. Our table grew increasingly frustrated. One colleague cancelled his food entirely. Two had to leave for meetings & took their meals to go. Another one left me behind to collect his meal because it still wasn't ready. Meanwhile, the manager was visibly present, he saw the situation unfold, saw the stress building, &… did nothing. No apology, no gesture, not even a coffee offered for the inconvenience. Just business as usual.
& that's the real shame, because the food itself? Genuinely great. Well-made, flavourful, & clearly crafted with care. But when the service collapses like that & more importantly, when no one takes responsibility for it, it undercuts everything else the place is trying to be. Especially when you're paying $15-16 for a sandwich in the café alone (don't even get me started on the restaurant prices), you expect the full experience, not just nice plating.
The core issue seems to be staffing. The team is stretched too thin to handle both volume & quality service, particularly during peak hours. It's not a question of effort, the staff do their best, but management really needs to address capacity if they want to maintain the standard they've set visually & culinarily.
So in short: Le Passé Composé is full of potential. The food is great. The space is beautiful. But the inconsistency in service, especially on the café side, holds it back. If they can sort that out, they'd have something truly special across the board.
Ratatouille was oily & my sandwich was far too complex & greasy, making it almost inedible. Cappuccino was mediocre. No gluten free options. Atmosphere fantastic, aided by superb weather. Serving size made this place a poor value. Will not return.
Street metered parking is always a challenge anywhere in Griffintown & the Old Port. The entrance is actually in the park square & not on the street. I'm glad the chef has been recognized for his talent & had the opportunity to upscale. It's so fancy now. It's also bigger to accommodate more people. I kind of liked the old wood picnic tables though. There's a huge bar with many alcoholic & non alcoholic drink options. The food is perfect as always (I got the mushroom toast). I would suggest more vegetarian & vegan options, but I guess that's expected from a place most known for its foie gras & marrow dishes.
Food wasn't great, service left to be desired. This place is not kid friendly. Have no knowledge of allergens inside their food, but will sell it to you anyway.
We went there for the weekend brunch which was not disappointing although it was a bit pricey esp for drinks & if you are adding sides. With such a nice weather day we choose to sit at their outdoor courtyard seating which is awesome. Gotta try their double Foie Gras it's a good portion for part of two & taste fantastic 😍
