Leméac café bistrot in Outremont is an elegant-looking restaurant serving fine French and bistro cuisine. Some items on the menu include: smoked salmon platter, asparagus and wild mushroom risotto, grilled bavette (skirt) steak and frites, canard confit (duck preserved in its own fat), etc...
Leméac café bistrot also boasts a nice terrace along Durocher street. On the week-ends, brunch is served at Leméac.
Overall, reviews portray Leméac as a beloved Montreal staple that delivers classic French bistro fare with a polished yet welcoming vibe. The food earns frequent praise for items like duck confit, beef tartare, salmon preparations, moules and the pain perdu, with many noting generous portions and reliable flavors, though a few dishes are described as over salted or underwhelming. Service is described as warm and attentive when the house is bustling, yet there are occasional comments about slower or uneven service on certain visits. The ambiance is repeatedly praised as stylish and lively but versatile for brunch, lunch or dinner, with large front windows and a neighborhood charm that many find special, even if the space can be noisy when crowded. The wine list is extensive and well chosen, albeit at a premium, and reservations are often recommended to secure a good table and pace. All in all, Leméac is regarded as a dependable, high quality French dining destination in Montreal, offering menu variety, a memorable atmosphere and a reason patrons keep returning.
One of the first brunch spots I've visited that claims to be of higher quality. Based on the menu & presentation, it certainly looks like a premium experience. Unfortunately, I don't think that translates to the flavor. My dish had a very confusing taste - I love complexity, but this was just overwhelming, too many competing flavors.
The dessert was better than the main course, but even though it was technically well executed, it still wasn't particularly delicious. Considering the higher price & smaller portions compared to other'lesser' spots, I'd honestly prefer going to the more modest places.
Wonderful , attentive service & delicious food. Vesper martini, squash soup, steak frites & a baba au rhum for dessert. Everything was delicious. My wife & friends had mussels with fries & they loved their food. Very knowledgeable & fully bilingual staff. The restaurant was busy but we had great service. Highly recommend. Prices reasonable for the quality.
Mar 5, 2026
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Excellente expérience au Leméac sur Laurier.
Accueil chaleureux dès l'arrivée, service à la table attentionné, humain & rempli d'humour.
Le boudin en entrée était délicieux & la joue de boeuf tout simplement remarquable & le pain perdu en dessert …décadent , une adresse qui mérite amplement ses 5 étoiles
A few weeks ago, was still 2025, weeks went for a lunch to Lemeac, & have to say was impressed. Loved the atmosphere, its loud but for me nice, the lunch menus well setup & service overall was super too. A place to go for lunch but for sure also an evening time. Loved the dessert as well, yummy as we speak. Reservation needed evening or lunch time, can say it worth while. I will be back:)
Leméac offre des plats typiques de brasserie française avec élégance & raffinement. C'était probablement le meilleur moule/frite que j'ai eu la chance de manger & le service est excellent. Le clou du spectacle est sans aucun doute le pain perdu en dessert qui est tout simplement sublime.
Leméac is a wonderful place to dine elegant, polished, & known for being very strict with their menu & dining standards, which truly shows in the quality of the food. Everything is prepared with intention, consistency, & care, making it a standout spot in Montréal's restaurant scene.
The appetizers were a great way to begin the meal. The salmon tartare, whether with classic seasoning or truffle oil, was fresh & bright. The grilled calamari was tender & full of flavor, while the crab cake had a perfectly crisp exterior & a rich, satisfying center. The panko-crusted goat cheese was a highlight warm, creamy, & beautifully balanced with the apple & walnut salad. The vegetable & grilled sausage minestrone was hearty & comforting, packing great flavor in every spoonful.
For the main courses, Leméac continues to impress. The duck leg confit was cooked to perfection tender, flavorful, & fall-off-the-bone good. The prime grilled rib eye was juicy & cooked exactly as ordered, a great choice for any steak lover. The asparagus & wild mushroom risotto was creamy, earthy, & satisfying, while the braised beef cheeks bourguignon offered deep, rich flavors that showcase true French cooking technique.
Dessert was just as memorable. The Pain Perdu was warm, soft, & indulgent, & the Crème Caramel au Café had the perfect balance of sweetness & coffee notes. The Vanilla Crème Brûlée was silky & perfectly torched, & the Pudding au Caramel was smooth & comforting, a great way to end the night.
The flavors overall were very good & surprisingly casual for such a refined setting, making the restaurant feel approachable while still luxurious. Service was excellent, quick, attentive, & professional, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
Leméac is definitely a spot worth visiting if you want a well-executed meal in a classy, welcoming atmosphere. I would absolutely return.
The atmosphere was cozy but definitively noisy. We tried duck confit & mushroom ravioli, & profiterol as dessert. Fresh & natural ingredients & Pleasant flavours & textures.
Oct 7, 2025
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Excellent service, lovely atmosphere. Everything I've tried there (after multiple visits) is incredible, except the mac n' cheese which was underwhelming & one-note. The French toast dessert is a MUST!
Mise à jour 2025 : Cela fait 2 fois que nous allons au Leméac en couple & le service est épouvantable. Le serveur nous ignore, propose n'importe quel vin, est agacé par les questions, n'apporte pas le menu de desserts & c'était pas le même serveur à chaque fois. C'est bien dommage car la nourriture est excellente. Mon avis de 2022 était pour une visite en famille avec mes parents qui ont l'air d'avoir de meilleurs moyens financiers puisque le service était largement supérieur. Pour avoir dépensé plus de 300$ chaque fois, on devrait pas se faire traiter comme des clients pauvres.
2022 : Nourriture excellente & reçu rapidement entre les services. Serveuse attentive. Très belle première expérience.
Service was slow & the waiter was not very attentive. We ordered the hanger steak & scallops. Both were over salted. Food was just ok. Nothing amazing. Spent $170 for 2 entree, 2 ice teas, 1 dessert, & 2 cappuccino.
Nous avons bien régalé! Voici les entrées & plats commandés, tous les plats sont délicieux, chacun a trouvé son bonheur! Quant au dessert, heureusement on a commandé un seul à partager à 4! 😆. Je donnerais plutôt une note de 4.5/5 si le système le permettais, mais…
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On one of the warmer evenings in Montreal, their AC is not keeping up. I was sweating a lot by the end of the meal. Our waitress was super nice, helpful & knowledgeable about the menu & wines. I was impressed. My special Flank Steak with wild mushrooms, zucchini & a shrimp sauce was a total delight. Flavors just burst in my mouth, albeit a tad over salted. One of my companions also commented on the over salting of his cod.
The French Toast dessert was huge. Alas, way over sweet & nothing to write home about. Didn't say it was super sweet?
Wonderful service & a delicious meal. One of the best beef tartare dishes we've ever experienced. Delicious steak & frites. The maple French toast for dessert was unreal!
Très bon restaurant pour une occasion car c'est dispendieux mais tout était très bon! Entrée de raviolis aux champignons & noix de pin dans son jus & repas de tartare de saumon & frites, excellent. J'ai eu un très bon service & la serveuse m'a donné des choix de vins selon mes goûts & très bien choisi. J'ai pris la crème brûlée également pour dessert, excellent chef pâtissier! Je recommande 🤍👌🏻
Excellent dining experience. Wonderful service. The food is wonderful & executed perfectly. We had the tartare de beouf, hareng fumé, coquilles saint-jacques & bavette de beouf. Everything cooked & seasoned perfectly. Nice wine list. Want to try their French toast dessert next time. Will be back!
Very popular & well renowned. The service is very professional, efficient & polite. The poached eggs were good; the omelette & the French fries were'plain'; ... not up to standard.
April 39, 2025: back for dinner. Excellent food, good service, noisy environment. We had crabes des neiges & soupe minestrone for entrées. Foie de veau, bavette de boeuf & moules & frites. Cafe & dessert du moment.
Great restaurant in what felt like a very upscale neighborhood in Montreal. Great wine list & their food was a blend of classic French dishes with Montreal touches. Dessert was really amazing there.
Great food & staff! Restaurant gets really crowded so make sure to have a reservation. The tables are a bit tight but it was still cozy! Came here for a double date & everyone enjoyed the food - as someone with celiac the choices were limited but the staff helped identify gluten free options (note: cross contamination is a possibility). All the gluten eaters raved about the French toast dessert & that it was the best thing ever!
Aujourd'hui nous avions invité 3 amis qui ont adoré leurs repas, l'ambiance & le service , heureux de découvrir la place , l'entrée & le poisson du menu était plus que parfait ainsi que les desserts. On y vient depuis de nombreuses années au moins une fois l'an , jamais déçu toujours enchanté de notre sortie & hâte de revenir. Merci à toute votre équipe
