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Le Pois Penché

Located in Hotel Chez Swann
Downtown
4.7$$ & $$$
OPEN11 am - 11:30 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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Review Summary

Le Pois Penché impresses with an elegant yet welcoming brasserie vibe, refined French fare, and a standout wine list that pairs with attentive, warm service to create consistently memorable meals. Guests praise dishes ranging from duck confit, bouillabaisse, and onion soup to escargots and fresh oysters, all prepared with balance and depth, plus desserts like paris-brest and creme brulee that delight. The atmosphere is stylish and cozy, with a lively bar scene and occasional live music that adds charm without overpowering conversation. The staff are repeatedly noted for friendliness, knowledge, and timely, thoughtful recommendations that make guests feel at home, and reservations are often advised for prime seating. The bread, seafood platters, and well curated pairings further elevate the experience. In short, Le Pois Penché is a premier spot for high quality French cuisine, gracious service, and a memorable dining experience in the city.
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L'un des meilleurs restaurants de Montréal bien situé dans un belle atmosphère de convivialité grace au bar central.
Un cadre plutôt haut de gamme & très détendu en même temps qui crée une ambiance très agréable.
La nourriture est de qualité, bien préparée, bien servie pour une belle dégustation.
Le service est excellent avec Loïc qui surveille la bonne marche du restaurant & Marc-O qui ravit les clients par son attention & sa gentillesse.
Un lieu incontournable !

Sep 15, 2025
on Google

The best oysters we tasted in our lifes! Fresh & delicious !best restaurant in Montreal !
Lea is amazing so professional & lovely !

Sep 14, 2025
on Google

Nous avons adoré notre visite ! Je vous recommande vivement la bouillabaisse. C'était sublime. L'accord mets vin bien exécuté. Une très belle expérience 🙂🙂

Sep 14, 2025
on Google

We went in without a reservation, where promptly seated. Staff were very present, food was great & dessert was amazing. Heavily Recommended.

Sep 13, 2025
on Google

One of the best restaurants I've been to recently. The service is outstanding, & the food is simply exceptional!!

Sep 13, 2025
on Google

Toujours un service impeccable & on y mange très bien. J'adore être assis au bar!

Sep 11, 2025
on Google

Nice French Restaurant in Montreal!
The service is excellent. We are searching for the tissue at the bag n the staff is so caring that asking anything that she can help. We ask for a napkin so that we can take away some seafood for 🐶 momo, the staff is so nice that she gives us a little bag for the dog food. The staffs are very caring , efficent & copperative to serve in a team. The high standard food n service making the dining atmosphere perfect!

Sep 6, 2025
on Google

French onion soup is both light & hefty - incredibly tasty.

Sep 6, 2025
on Google

The atmosphere is wonderful & the food is absolutely fantastic. I had brunch here with my daughters & future son-in-law during a week-long vacation, & we kept talking about the Snow Crab Benedict & the House Smoked Salmon for the rest of the week! Fabulous!

Sep 1, 2025
on Google

Where to start? Just perfect - great food - the salads (I know, salads?) were spectacular, the foie gras was excellent, the broth for the bouillabaisse was perfection, & the confit de canard was great. Very good wine selection, too! & Tony, our waiter was charming & provided excellent, excellent service! & he even convinced me unconvincingly that ice wine is better than Sauternes! ;-). Just go to LPP - you need this dinner experience!!

Aug 29, 2025
on Google

EXCELLENT! We came here via recommendation from the City of Montreal's website. If you're looking for a classic French restaurant vibe, this is your place. The Escargot with garlic butter, steak frites, & cauliflower (vegetarian) stole the show.

Great portions, good cocktails, excellent service from our waiter Laurent & an overall 5/5 experience. Check this out if you're looking for an awesome option for dinner in downtown Montreal.

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

Excellent restaurant de type brasserie française. Le service & la nourriture sont à la hauteur du décor. Je recommande fortement. Le Paris Brest est à tomber par terre!

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

A true French restaurant in Montreal. Excellent staff!

Aug 27, 2025
on Google

This restaurant was recommended to us by hotel staff. We weren't particularly hungry after a late lunch, but also wanted a nice glass of wine. We were not disappointed!

We walked in about 6 pm without a reservation & were offered seats at the bar. The server was very friendly but a tad slow for just about everything.

After ordering our wine, we opted for some French Onion soup - it was amazing! Nothing like the overly salty mush of bread topped with cheese we often see. We followed that up with two appetizers - the Octopus & Escargot.

The Octopus was excellent - topped with salad & on a beet sauce (excuse the photo - we started to eat before we remembered to take a picture!). I love, love, love Escargot. This did not disappoint. There were at least 10 pieces, & it was perfectly cooked with just the right amount of garlic & seasoned butter.

I wish I could comment to the dinner selections other than to say everything being served around us looked delicious!!

Aug 26, 2025
on Google

Absolutely delicious bread, soup, & salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly, & probably was the freshest, tastiest salmon I've ever had. I'd go back in a heartbeat. The one little complaint is that I had to ask a few times for ice water before they brought ice to me.

Aug 25, 2025
on Google

Exceptional! We had wine, cocktails, digestifs, oysters, escargots, ceviche & the strawberry melba. Everything was a hit! Our waiter was incredible & we are glad we took his recommendations. Highly recommend!

Aug 22, 2025
on Google

i ate here about a month ago while traveling w/ family, i have ARFID & struggle to find foods i like. i had penne & shrimp in lobster bisque & i think about it every single day, i genuinely think it's the best thing ive ever tasted. the pasta is perfectly cooked & the lobster bisque was so perfect i wanted to cry. im trying to plan another trip to canada just for the food, 10/10. the chefs & servers deserve the world aswell, the waitress was extremely patient considering none of us spoke french. atmosphere was gorgeous as well, if there was a way to give it 10 stars i would.

Aug 22, 2025
on Google

Hands down the best experience we had in Montreal. Food was top notch. Drinks superior & the waiter was an absolute delight. Helps us with our food & drink choice & was spot on with everything he recommended. Next time in Montreal definitely coming back.

Aug 21, 2025
on Google

Excellent service & nourriture.

Aug 19, 2025
on Google

Walking distance from McGill University.

Aug 16, 2025
on Google