Le Pois Penché
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Le Pois Penché
Located in Hotel Chez Swann
11 am - 10:30 pm
| Monday | 11 am - 10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am - 11 pm |
| Wednesday | 11 am - 11 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am - 11 pm |
| Friday | 11 am - 11:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am - 11:30 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am - 10:30 pm |
Brunch:
Sat & Sun: 10am-3:30pm.
Info & Location
About us
Paris may be an ocean away, but the art of casual French bistro dining is not lost at Le Pois Penché in the heart of downtown Montréal.
The menu reads like a who’s-who of Parisian comfort food favourites, with beloved classics the likes of steak tartare and duck confit in mustard sauce alongside an array of spectacular seafood platters. Boasting one of the most interesting wine collections in the city, Le Pois Penché offers an impressive selection of imported bottles and wines by the glass.
This authentic French brasserie delivers fine cuisine in simple opulence: plush red velvet, checkerboard floor tile, crystal chandeliers, large paintings and a blackboard listing the daily specials on the wall. In the middle, a large bar; around it, busy waiters flitting to and from, outfitted in the traditional white shirt, black vest and apron. French bistro, through and through.
Le Pois Penché’s terrasse buzzes with animated conversation while its private banquet rooms reserve their splendour for group functions. Le Cellier, in particular, offers a sumptuous venue for events up to 70 guests, with vibrant Parisian settings by artist Pierre Pivet, a vaulted brick ceiling, and the restaurant’s prized wine cellars displayed behind sleek glass panels. Connected to the brasserie, Salon Chez Swann, in the boutique hotel of the same name, is ideal for groups of 24 guests or less.
Our Specialties
Oyster bar, Tartares (salmon, tuna, beef) & shellfish platters.
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 150 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, InteracBrunchCateringDeliveryFamily / Kid-friendlyGood For GroupsGreat selection of winesHappy HourHotel RestaurantOnline OrderingOyster Bar / Raw BarPrepared MealsPrivate RoomResto-Bar
More details
Sat & Sun: 10am-3:30pm.
For groups of 50 people or more.
We have a large selection of private imports, and we specialize in organic and natural wines.
Located in Hotel Chez Swann
Our private dining room can seat up to 80 people, perfect for business meetings as well (equipped with screen, projector, sound and microphone).
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oyster(53) french(45) steak(38) recommend(37) duck(31) wine(31) confit(24) attentive(23) fresh(20)Page 4 of 16 - 314 Reviews
Mia
Soupe à l'oignon correct & le homard & les crevettes étaient super bons! On nous a très bien accueilli & servi! Excellent service🙏🏽View more
Philippe
Un incontournable de Montréal, rapport qualité prix imbattable. Bonne carte des vins, le plateau de fruits de mer est incroyable.View more
Orlando
We celebrated my birthday at this wonderful restaurant & were fortunate to have Mina as our server. Let me tell you, Mina is an absolute gem-she's hands-down, the best server we've ever had! We told her we wanted to practice our French, & even though we were pretty terrible at it, she patiently helped us understand everything with a warm smile. The rigatoni maison aux crevettes tigrées was a flavor explosion & a must-try, & my fiancée was over the moon with the lamb. Mina's perfect wine pairings elevated our meal, making my birthday dinner truly unforgettable.
A huge thank you to the kitchen & staff for an incredible experience-we had such a blast!
When we come back to Montreal, we will definitely visit again.View more
Ivan
I had high expectations, at first it was below my expectation when I got the foie de gras but then the confit duck really surprised me & surpassed my expectations. The shrimp was so fresh too.View more
Howard
Fantastic food & wine. Service was superb & the knowledge of wine unparalleled.View more
Julien
Restaurant très agréable & peu bruyant malgré l'effervescence. Les escargots & le confit de canard étaient délicieux, une cuisson parfaite. J'ai craqué pour le Paris-Brest en dessert, pour finir un repas déjà copieux, & ne regrette absolument pas :)View more
Melissa
Beautiful restaurant with terrific service. Highly recommend. It was a lovely experience.View more
Selim
This place is a classic, they have a singer on Thursday, the food is done right.View more
Merli
Visiting Montreal for the first time was an unforgettable experience, & when in Montreal, you eat as the French do! At Le poison Penche from the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with warmth & hospitality. The Duck skin was crispy & the meat tender, Brussel sprouts cooked perfect & the sauce simply divine. The server/bartender was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly kind, making the experience even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was absolutely beautiful-relaxing, elegant, & never too loud. The service was impressively fast, & the food? Simply incredible! Every bite was bursting with flavor. I had an amazing time & would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic & delightful dining experience in Montreal. Made my birthday so special 💗View more
Stephane
désolé dans le passé je vous avais donné 4 étoiles ! c'est un erreur de ma part 5 est plus exact vous être incomparable le service amicale, le pain chaud & frais, les salades goûteuse, & mon steak toujours parfait merci à tout votre équipeView more
Gilles
Very nice for a end of week lunch. Good quality, nice atmosphere, friendly & professional serviceView more
Ossiki
I really liked the atmosphere of this restaurant. It's beautiful inside, the service is excellent, but the food I found just ok. Kids really liked the dessert.View more
Eric
Clean, contemporary atmosphere, very professional service, good food.View more
Claude
As a trendy Montréal french bistro restaurant... they hit all the notes perfectly. Warm knowledgeable attentive staff, very nice atmosphere & as to the food, well, perfect is an understatement. Oysters served by a passionate oyster maestro chef, hanger steak, beef tartare, salad & perfect fries... qui dit mieux...View more
Sandy
Nous avons passé une super soirée ! Une ambiance agréable, un très bon repas & surtout un excellent service! Nous reviendrons!!View more
Giacomo
Bellissima Brasserie, cibo ottimo e ben cucinato, il servizio meriterebbe 6 stelle per la simpatia e cordialità di tutto il personale.View more
Patricia
This place is unreal! Service exceeded expectations! Our server Clement was extremely knowledgeable, We ordered every single one of his recommendations & loved it!! He has mastered his craft! Food was incredible! Time to perfectly! If I could give this place 10 stars I would!!View more