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Le Pois Penché

Located in Hotel Chez Swann
Downtown
4.7$$ & $$$
OPEN11 am - 11 pm
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Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am-3:30pm.
FrenchBistroComfort FoodSeafood/FishMusselsTartareBreakfastBrunchCateringGreat selection of winesOyster Bar / Raw BarPrepared MealsResto-Bar

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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, Interac

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).
60 seats.

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on Google4.5 (2000+)
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Review Summary

Le Pois Penché offers a refined French brasserie experience with classic dishes given a Montreal touch, set in an elegant yet comfortable space where attentive service and a warm atmosphere pair with a standout wine and oyster program. Oysters, escargot, bouillabaisse, duck confit, mussels, and favorites like Paris Brest and creme brulee are frequently praised, and the bar area along with occasional live singing adds a charming, convivial vibe. The dining room works well for intimate celebrations or relaxed meals, with reliable, knowledgeable staff and thoughtful touches that make guests feel welcome, from wine pairings to easy reservations and a private room option for special occasions.
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Le Pois Penche has everything to satisfy a sea food lovers dream. The wide selection of seafood platters & individual items makes a great balance to try all foods as well as indulge on your favourite. The quality & taste was authentic & the entire dining experience was elevated by the ambiance, selection of silverware, & the atmosphere - was not uptight. Guillaume (our server) was very friendly & made the whole experience better as well:) 10/10 worth every penny

Dec 31, 2023
on Google

Classic & classy French bistro with good comfort food. It's looks very "old school" but felt more cozy & pleasant than expected with the very friendly service. Simple but yet delicious menu.

Dec 21, 2023
on Google

Food is good but the service not so much I was there for a business lunch with my clients, & the experience wasn't great at all 😕 Our server, Mr. Dragan wasn't professional at all. I asked for a Perrier water, & he said we don't have. Asked for some soda water from the bar instead, he said they don't have. I reminded him that there is always soda water at the bar he repeated there is not. When I insisted, he went & got it. My wife ordered a salad, which she never got before the meal. Once our meal was served, I asked for some peppercorn sauce he told me there was none. I was surprised & told him, "What do you mean you don't have? His answer was there is, but it will take 10 minutes to get it. I was surprised again & gave him a look. 2 minutes later, he showed up with the sauce 🤷 I guess he wasn't having a good day...

Dec 20, 2023
on Google

Classy & elegant.

Dec 19, 2023
on Google

Toujours un plaisir de dîner ou déjeuner au Pois Penché. Nous adorons y voir aussi Marwa qui nous traite toujours avec tellement de considération. Merci! & à bientôt 🥰

Dec 16, 2023
on Google

Jai ete au Pois Penché pour offrir une soirée à mes meilleures clientes. Elles etaient vraiment contentes d'être là & chacune a aimé ce qu'elle avait commandé à l'excwptiin d'une. Omar, le gérant, lui a remplaçé le plat par un autre & je n'ai pas été chargé. Ça c'est ce que je considère comme du bon service client. & notre serveuse Rachelle était à l'écoute & très gentille. La pieuvre grillée est un régale. Bonne ambiance. Ce que j'ai surtout apprécié c'est que l'on s'entend parlé sans être noyé dans le bruit. Les portions sont généreuses. Vraiment , je recommande chaudement ce restaurant & je vais y retourner.

Dec 14, 2023
on Google

Delicious lamb, delicious chocolate mouse !

Dec 13, 2023
on Google
5.0

Excellent service & cuisine. Highly recommend the oyster platter.

Dec 1, 2023
on Google

Awesome food & service, recommended for fine dining 👍🤓👍drop by & enjoy!!!Also delicious 😋 & amazing service 👍🤗👍 Always delicious 😋🤤😋 & amazing 🤩👍 service 👍 Always 🙏 delicious 😋 & great 👍 service!!!

Nov 29, 2023
on Google

We spent two nights in Montreal recently & were told to come here & to L'Express. The latter, to which we went on the second night, was recommended as the best restaurant near to our hotel but we found Le Pois Penche to be far better! The food (some of our choices included onion soup, duck, bouillabaisse, brûlée flambe, & an out-of-this-world Old Fashioned) was outstanding. The service was phenomenal, provided largely but not exclusively by Guillaume, but supplemented by a well organized team of servers. The ambience could not have been better & it managed to avoid the blisteringly loud noise level of L'Express the next night. We will be back in Montreal & will definitely visit Le Pois Penche.

Nov 27, 2023
on Google

Our waiter Fabien was wonderful ! Food was excellent

Nov 26, 2023
on Google

Amazing French Restaurant, our server Clement was one of the best we've had. A memorable experience! The Duck Confit, Steak Frites were excellent!

Nov 25, 2023
on Google

This is my first time having dinner here & was spontaneous so I didn't know what to expect... but I really enjoyed my dinner!! It was quite good. Our waiter was nice, but the service time was a bit slow. I like the look of the restaurant, I think it has a good vibe. I'd come again to try something else :)

Nov 21, 2023
on Google

Belle & bonne cuisine, ambiance feutrée excellente pour un repas d'affaires. Un classique en centre-ville. Je recommande !

Nov 18, 2023
on Google

Endroit exceptionnel. On a vraiment tout adoré. Sûrement on reviendra.

Nov 17, 2023
on Google

Une soirée parfaite. Le homard était succulent. Le service très bon. Je recommande même si un peu che

Nov 13, 2023
on Google

The food here exceeded our expectations in both presentation & taste. Everything was absolutely delicious & beautifully prepared. The service was attentive & efficient, & the atmosphere was very pleasant, not too loud. Would recommend to anyone looking for a nice dinner!

Nov 5, 2023
on Google
5.0

Excellent brunch, large tables

Nov 4, 2023
on Google

DO NOT SIT AT THE BAR. If you do, you have the chance of being seated near a male customer who will not take "no" for an answer. He is apparently a daily regular & the staff seem to tolerate him well, but I ended up being cornered in a very awkward conversation. When he started saying racist things about his Mexican-American in-laws, I begged for the bill & left behind an expensive glass of wine & half-eaten dinner. The food was very fine, but my memory of this place will always be how uncomfortable I was made to feel while I was there.

Nov 2, 2023
on Google

Fantastic service & delicious French onion soup! Cool vibe & hot spot to check out.

Oct 30, 2023
on Google