Le Pois Penché

Jack

5.0

This renowned French restaurant offers a taste of Paris in downtown Montréal. The décor was elegant & the service was exemplary. The long & complete wine list offered excellent choices. The food was delicious, featuring classic French fare with a local twisted. The duck confit boasted crispy skin & tender meat. The bouillabaisse was outstanding, simmered perfectly to extract all the flavor. The Paris-Brest was a must-enjoyed dessert.

May 16, 2025

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Diayeh

5.0

Out of all the restaurants I've visited over the years in Canada, Le Pois Penche is by far the One to Rule them all in my experience. Situated directly under Hôtel Chez Swan, the clear & soothing music that flows gently through folding glass patio doors that open up to the posh upscale interior of the restaurant. Having made a reservation a few days earlier, we were quickly assisted in Anglais, as conversational french is not a strength I have in my bag of tricks. Once we had chosen our preferred seating, we were quickly greeted by who we believe was the manager of the establishment(he wore a tan suit) who welcome us, chatted with us a small bit, & then took our order when ready. A reisling wine, decently priced, atlantic salmon with butternut squash spaghetti, & a medium rare steak with salad was what we ordered. Within 10 to 15 minutes we were brought the wine & the food immediately. The bustle of the crowds walking past the tables, the kumquat trees lining each patio space, & the wonderful vocalist serenading us with Frank Sinatra as we ate was by far one of the most memorable & enjoyable experiences at a restaurant that I've had. It is well worth the price of the entire meal. The quality of food was very high & there was nothing on either plate left untouched. Even the remaining sauce was mopped up by the delicious basket of bread placed on our table. I would recommend that if you are coming to Montreal, make absolutely sure you reserve time to eat & enjoy at Le Pois Penche. You will not regret it.

P.s. the logo was very, umm, unique. My partner & I were very amused by it.

May 16, 2025

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Julie

4.0

J'ai pris la Bouillabaisse
C'était très bon
Restaurant typique français

May 16, 2025

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Carla

5.0

Wonderful food & atmosphere. We had the duck confit & paris-brest. Our servers Rou & Nicolas very kind & attentive & engaging & the rest of the staff were just as great.the truffle mashed potatoes are also a must. Highly recommend. Thank you, Rou for making this a great experience.

May 9, 2025

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Henry

5.0

The staff here are some of the friendliest I've ever dealt with. The food was a little pricey, but it was totally worth the cost-one of my favourite steaks ever. The atmosphere in here is really classy too. This would be a great place to take someone you want to impress.

May 8, 2025

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Ray

5.0

Best duck confit I've had! The meat was moist & the skin was crisp but not too burnt. Traditional fois gras terrine & a perfectly dressed salad. Good wine list.

May 6, 2025

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Mazel

5.0

Rou & Marco exceptionnel! Jaime beaucoup l'ambiance & le service ! Perfection!

May 3, 2025

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Alexandre

5.0

J'adore y aller pour luncher en équipe au bureau ou pour lunch d'affaires.
Brasserier française typique. Menu varié (en tout cas pour moi!)

May 2, 2025

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Joe

4.0

Great service & atmosphere. Food was overall good, love the duck confit but the shrimp cocktail was too small (for similar price, other restaurants have quite bigger shrimps) & the octopus appetizer only has two tiny pieces.

May 2, 2025

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SN

5.0

Beautiful traditional French restaurant. High-end but has all the basic good French fare. Service is attentive & the ambience is welcoming. While it has a lot of tourists, few French speaking locals are spotted. Food was excellent.

Apr 28, 2025

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Reda

5.0

Excellent restaurant!!! Les plats sont délicieux!!! Mahdi a rendu notre expérience extraordinaire. Merci !!

Apr 26, 2025

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Mia

5.0

Soupe à l'oignon correct & le homard & les crevettes étaient super bons! On nous a très bien accueilli & servi! Excellent service🙏🏽

Apr 26, 2025

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Philippe

5.0

Un incontournable de Montréal, rapport qualité prix imbattable. Bonne carte des vins, le plateau de fruits de mer est incroyable.

Apr 22, 2025

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Orlando

5.0

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.

Apr 21, 2025

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Ivan

5.0

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.

Apr 16, 2025

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Howard

5.0

Fantastic food & wine. Service was superb & the knowledge of wine unparalleled.

Apr 15, 2025

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Julien

5.0

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 :)

Apr 8, 2025

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Melissa

5.0

Beautiful restaurant with terrific service. Highly recommend. It was a lovely experience.

Apr 4, 2025

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Selim

4.0

This place is a classic, they have a singer on Thursday, the food is done right.

Apr 3, 2025

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Merli

5.0

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 💗

Mar 31, 2025

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