Le Violon presents a sophisticated market-driven approach to seafood, sourcing the freshest catches to showcase their inherent quality and flavor. The culinary team expertly transforms premium fish and shellfish into elegant dishes that highlight regional influences and seasonal availability. Patrons can expect a focused menu featuring expertly prepared seafood preparations, from delicate crudo to robust grilled entrees, all designed to celebrate the ocean's bounty. The environment is curated to provide a refined yet approachable setting for enjoying exceptional aquatic ingredients. It is a destination for those who appreciate the art of seafood preparation at its peak.
Le Violon consistently earns praise as a standout culinary destination in Montreal, celebrated for its intimate, warm, and elegant atmosphere that makes it a perfect setting for special occasions. Many diners highlight the food as exceptional, noting the creative, flavor-packed dishes and the superb mastery of sauces that define the menu. The service is frequently described as top-notch, with staff often noted for being passionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, which significantly enhances the overall dining experience. While some guests find the pricing high for the portion sizes or encounter inconsistencies, the majority of visitors are captivated by the unique, high-quality ingredients and the vibrant energy of the space, leading many to plan their return to this highly regarded establishment.
J'avais très hâte de découvrir Le Violon. Plusieurs bons restaurants ont fermés dans le quartier & j'espérais y retrouver une nouvelle valeur sûre.
Nous sommes très loin de l'ambiance du Plateau, l'accueil & le service est froid & impersonnel. On voit que plusieurs employés ont à coeur leur travail, mais la lassitude de certains de leur collègues ternissent l'expérience.
Nous étions un groupe de 5 & avons tous pris le menu dégustation, un de nous a des allergies alimentaires & aucun des plats n'a été personnalisé, on ne faisait que lui mentionner ce qu'il ne pouvait pas manger.
Dès notre arrivée, au lieu de se sentir accueillis, on m'a demandé si on était bien cinq ou si nous avions des cancellations, malgré les deux confirmations de notre réservation. J'avais l'impression qu'on les dérangeait... On vient peu aux tables pour s'assurer que tout est à notre goût, on nous a expliqué le menu comme une liste d'épicerie & non comme une expérience. Bref, mes attentes étaient peut-être trop haute suite à la recommandation Michelin… Mais bien que la nourriture soit excellente, le service est loin d'un étoilé.
Il reste encore de très bons restaurants à Montréal, qui méritent plus qu'on continu de les encourager & de les remercier pour leur travail. Le violon ne m'a pas conquise.
Nous sommes allées pour une soirée entre filles wow tout était délicieux ! Même les cocktails étaient excellents. Je recommande vraiment pour une date night ou une sortie entre amies.
From start to finish everything was excellent. We asked Dylan to give us the Le Violon experience in selecting the appetizers & entrees. He did not miss, it was spot on with the lobster & persimmons appetizers with the fleur des monts cheese. Followed by the beef flank & trout entrees…not great but stupendous. Thank you Dylan. Thank you Andrew for the warm greeting & chat as we left. Priceless! Highly, highly recommended….see you in December!
Food was amazing! Service was good! The ambience was perfect. Enjoyed every bite & sip of our meal & will definitely come back! 10/10 would recommend!!
My husband & I came here to celebrate our 10th anniversary. Food was exquisite, & service was attentive without being overbearing. The staff are young, but knowledgeable & passionate about what they do - a delight! We loved the lobster, braised leeks & hollandaise, as well as the blue fin tuna bruschetta & squid & mussel escabeche - but the hand pulled ricotta gnocchi Boscaiola was the absolute star of the night. Rounded out the evening with espresso, Valhrona Basque cake & the Peaches Eton mess, followed by a tipple of Amaro generously offered by the chef. The decor was elegant, spare, but still cosy. Chef Danny Smiles & his team have created a complete gem. Outstanding & highly recommend!
Hats off! All the acclaim & amazing reputation are well-deserved! I've had some of the best food in a long time, & the atmosphere & service were truly amazing! Highly recommended!
Le violon est digne de la recommendation Michelin. C'est restaurant qui ne se prend pas la tête même si il est réputé pour être un des meilleurs à Montréal. Le service est chaleureux & une attention au détails pour que notre expérience soit des plus agréables. L'atmosphère est agréable & petite touche très spéciale, aux salles de bain, nous entendons des chansons jouer au violon. Les plats étaient divins, très bien exécutés & les vins recommandés se mariaient bien avec les services. Je suis conquis.
Everything here (start to finish) was phenomenal. We like to go out for nice meals & some of the top restaurants just don't live up to the hype but chef Danny Smiles & his team definitely do. We had lobster & tuna tartare to start then the sea bream & gnocchi as mains & were mind blowingly good. I 10000% recommend. Go there for those two mains in particular. Service was also excellent. We sat at the bar accross from the kitchen. I like what they've done with the place (post Maison Publique). The bar looks like it's made of pink salt. Very appropriate. Anyway, congrats team! You have a great restaurant.
SO impressed by this place!! i rly have to highlight the service first cuz it was seriously exceptional, our waitress was the best ever & made the whole experience super nice :)
for the food we rly enjoyed almost everything we got (personal ranking below), & the desserts were delicious too!! that basque cake is sooo decadent i love it. definitely recommend this spot ⭐?
would get again: tuna bruschetta > melon > gnocchi > beef tartare > lobster
