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.
Leméac is repeatedly praised as a Montreal staple for classic French brasserie dining, delivering consistent food, attentive service, and a chic yet welcoming atmosphere. Reviews highlight well executed, timeless dishes such as duck confit, beef tartare, escargots, moules, and the beloved pain perdu, with many noting that the menu remains reliably high quality and the wine list generous. The setting is described as bright and lively, with large windows and a vibe that blends upscale dining with a neighborhood bistro feel; it can be busy and loud at peak times, but reservations and patience pay off. Brunch and lunch are valued for solid options and decent value, though a few dishes or experiences surface occasional setbacks like over-salted components or slower pacing. Overall, Leméac is seen as a top-tier, dependable choice for special nights, dinners with friends, or celebratory gatherings, and many consider it one of the best in Montreal.
Tout était bon. Grosse déception sur le pain perdu qui ne mentionnait pas qu'il était trempé dans la cannelle. Le mien était hyper dosé. J'ai mangé deux bouchées. Grosse déception. Je sais que beaucoup aime ça mais pour ceux qui n'aiment pas c'rst super frustrant. Je mets deux étoiles pour l'ambiance. Je suis habituée aux ambiances de brasserie mais le bruit est vraiment trop fort.
Nov 4, 2024
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Always a sure bet. Food is excellent, service is professional, & at lunch it's unbeatable. Fun at night too. A bit on the expensive side but what's not these days.
Première fois à ce fabuleux restaurant ! Tout était parfait. Excellents plats, service incroyable, belle recommendations de vin pour nos plats. Je recommande fortement si vous voulez vous gâter!
Had brunch there. Ordered the popular pain perdu (which I had had a year before) it was good but they changed the recipe & instead of vanilla ice cream & caramel sauce topping (like it used to be) it's now a mountain of bananas with chocolate & maple syrup. Really didn't enjoy this change as much. But the brioche bread was still very good! Underwhelming experience but still pleasant. Not sure if I would still recommend, though.
Mussels from Nova Scotia were disappointing -smallish & probably out of season even though the flavour & sauce were a good attempt. In such a reputed establishment as this, the waitress could have told us of the true condition of the mussels at ordering. Likewise, the mushroom ravioli sauce seemed over-reduced & sticky without any aroma of funghi.
Oct 18, 2024
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This Montreal gem offers an elevated brunch experience while maintaining a warm, inviting atmosphere. The space strikes a perfect balance between cozy & french traditional restaurant a place where comfort is at the forefront but the touches of elegance never feel out of place. It's the kind of restaurant where you feel at home, yet pampered, which is no easy feat. We gathered as a group of eight for brunch, & every detail, from the food to the service, was meticulously crafted. The highlight of our meal was undoubtedly the Norwegian platter, featuring fish so fresh it seemed to have come straight from the sea to the table. The prawns were succulent, & the accompanying vegetables & salad added a refreshing, vibrant contrast. The Egg Benedict & Pain Perdu were also standouts, each dish executed with care & attention to detail. The finesse was undeniable-every bite revealed a layer of thoughtfulness, from the presentation to the flavors. Service matched the quality of the food. The staff was attentive & accommodating, seamlessly navigating the needs of a larger group without missing a beat. Their warmth & attentiveness added to the overall experience, making it feel as though the restaurant was made for intimate moments & gatherings alike. If you're searching for an exceptional brunch spot in Montreal, this is undoubtedly a must-visit. In fact, if we weren't leaving the city today, we'd already be planning our return visit for tomorrow's brunch. It's that good-a meal worth repeating.
Went as a group of 5 & had an okay time. Oysters were phenomenal, the Avril Sour was delicious, the duck leg was quite good, but the cut of steak we had for the steak frite was extremely chewy & not enjoyable. Served seemed to have been sat a large section near the end of our night & was unable to be attentive to our table.
Oct 13, 2024
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Came on a weekend brunch for the their blinis with poached eggs & house smoked salmon. Been taking that dish for the past 10+ yrs. Served with buttered baguette & homemade jam. Excellent service. Consistent quality throughout the years!
Loved meeting my friend for brunch here. Great service & delicious food. We were incredibly lucky with the weather & enjoyed our time catching up & people watching on the terrace.
Tellement décevant... Un de mes restaurants favoris à Montréal. Ce soir était une réelle déception : entrée froide, tartare raté, longue attente tout au long du repas. J'étais très excité d'aller dans mon restaurant préféré pour une occasion spéciale, accompagnée de toute ma famille. Malheureusement je crois que je n'y retournerai plus & c'est très dommage.
