Le Serpent
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Le Serpent
Contemporary bistro with industrial-chic decor & a sleek bar serving creative Italian fare & drinks.
Opens Tomorrow at 5:45 pm
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Le serpent, an institution since 2013
Le Serpent opened its doors spectacularly on December 23, 2013 in Griffintown. Located in the Darling Foundry, an art-dedicated space, its name was borrowed from the former foundry, from the time when a massive pollution control duct crowned it. Today non-functional, this industrial artifact remains very present in the building’s architecture and the neighborhood’s urban landscape.
Founded by Hubert Marsolais and Claude Pelletier, also creators of Club Chasse et Pêche and Le Filet restaurant, Le Serpent offers a menu with strong Italian accents in a contemporary brasserie spirit, with a strong personality and equipped with a unique, high-quality wine list. The team of associates is brilliantly completed by chef Michele Mercuri and sommelier Philippe Boisvert. Designed by architect Annie Lebel of atelier in situ in collaboration with Hubert Marsolais, Le Serpent enhances the industrial qualities of the space. Contemporary arrangements that contrast with the building’s raw and refined aspect, offering about 80 seats and a bar that can accommodate a dozen people. Wishing to be an accomplice to all occasions, Le Serpent is open in the evening from Tuesday to Saturday. Exclusive caterer for Darling Foundry events, Le Serpent also welcomes groups of different sizes.
Le Serpent is also a collector and integrates major contemporary artworks into the restaurant space that dialogue with the Darling Foundry.
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Display Alldessert(26) risotto(23) pasta(21) recommend(20) wine(15) chef(14) dishes(13) vin(13) appetizer(12) industrial(11) bar(10) octopus(10)Page 1 of 1 - 16 Reviews
Jimmy
Le Serpent relies entirely on its reputation & its industrial-chic atmosphere to distract you from the fact that you are being fleeced.
A $430 bill for a couple with two children, without even ordering a bottle of wine & without a steak (or any protein for that matter), that's pretty offensive in my book. The pasta dishes are'delicate' only in the sense that they are missing the actual food.
When the bill arrived, it felt like a punitive tax for choosing the wrong restaurant. A bitter (& starving) end to what was supposed to be a nice night.
If you gotta go there, just be ready to hit the Five Guys two blocks away before or after. But better yet, just don't go.
Justin
Le Serpent was an incredible experience from start to finish. We sat at the bar, which created a very intimate & comfortable atmosphere. The team was attentive, warm, & knowledgeable - especially our server, who was exceptionally well versed in the wine menu & guided us toward great pairings.
The food itself was outstanding. The octopus was tender & flavourful, the pasta was fresh & beautifully executed, & the fish - seared to absolute perfection - was one of the highlights of the night. Portion sizes were generous, & the pricing felt very fair for the quality & craftsmanship of the dishes.
A fantastic dining experience overall. We're already excited to return!
Saeed
Here is the list of the problems:
1. It was too cold inside
2. They dont have sommelier for wine selection & the waiter wasn't really knowledgeable.
3. Cocktails were really average.
4. Food was average & way below the expectation.
Way over priced for the quality of what they provide. Money wasted. NOT RECOMMENDED, won't visit again.
Maria
What a great place! Beautiful space! Impeccable service! We had Ivana telling us all about the food that is extraordinary & she helped us matching food with wine perfectly! Highly recommend the restaurant!
VTS16
Wow!! I loved this place. The food & service were amazing. We shared a few appetizers, the main course, dessert & wine were delicious. It has a great vibe. I highly recommend!! As an out of town guest I'm glad we had the experience to dine here.
Andrew
Quality of the dish was amazing. We love the presentation. There were four of us for a business meal. We ordered most of the menus & few season items pairing with wine for white & red were both amazing. Definitely recommend visiting here again. One thing we want to try would be the main menus as we shared the Bronzino & the steak & she appetizers. Desserts were very nice as well. recommend booking on advance
Aleksandra
It looks very unassuming from the outside … but trust me … once you make your way inside , the modern industrial ambiance is quite welcoming. The service was fantastic. Our server recommended several options of wine to pair with our dishes. Each dish had its unique flavour pairings. The portions were somewhat small for the appetizers, but the taste made up for it. Lovely experience.
Goldy
This is a revisit to Le Serpent. All the appetisers are delicious, especially sauces for the oysters & also the cooked oysters. Wine are priced reasonably. No corkages allow here is a disappointment. The pastas were not as good as I remembered but still pretty good. Overall very good. Highly recommended
Zahra
My ultime favorite restaurant in Montreal. The food, the wine, the cocktails, the service, the mood. I love everything about this place
Rebecca
It was my second time eating here (first time was last year). I came back because my first time was so good. I had lobster risotto both times, & both times it was delicious. Great food & great cocktails. Extensive wine list. Easily one of my favourite restaurants in Montreal! Reservations are recommended. My only wish is if they had more gluten free dessert options.
N
The best place to dine in MTL hands down. Food, wine, service, environment, crowd - everything is perfection. My second home.
Youngmin
Good vibe & wine list. The food was good but not as good as expected.
S
Fantastic staff, super friendly service. Nice wine list! The pasta is the star 👌
Kate
Our overall experience was wonderful minus our steak being below average. Our server was beyond wonderful, attentive & helped us choose entrees & wine parings.
The pasta with pork reduction ragu was one of the best pastas we’ve ever had.
Our steak was below average. Tough, gristly & slightly cold. For $120 we thought it would be perfect.
The wine, service, & overall vibe was great! We’d definitely return.