Leméac café bistrot de Outremont est une fort belle brasserie française, aux prix plus qu'acceptables. Le soir, le menu compte environ 13 entrées, et une douzaine de plats principaux: le cabillaud, le thon et risotto, le pot-au-feu de saumon, le foie de veau, le carré d'agneau, la bavette, Short rib de boeuf servi avec un ragout d'orge perlé, les tartares de boeuf ou de saumon, etc... La cave de vins de Leméac compte plus de 225 entrées rouge et blanc!
Le week-end, on s'y retrouve pour le brunch en famille ou entre amis.
Leméac est régulièrement salué comme une institution montréalaise pour une expérience française bistrot classique, offrant une cuisine cohérente, un service attentionné et une ambiance chic mais accueillante. Les avis soulignent des plats intemporels et bien exécutés comme le canard confit, le tartare de bœuf, les escargots, les moules et le fameux pain perdu, avec une carte qui demeure de grande qualité et une belle sélection de vins. Le cadre est décrit comme lumineux et animé, avec de grandes fenêtres et une atmosphère qui mêle raffinement et bistrot de quartier; il peut être très fréquenté et bruyant aux heures d'affluence, mais les réservations et la patience paient. Le brunch et le déjeuner sont appréciés pour des options solides et un bon rapport qualité-prix, bien que quelques plats ou expériences puissent présenter des points négatifs comme des éléments trop salés ou un service parfois plus lent. Dans l'ensemble, Leméac est perçu comme un choix haut de gamme, fiable et adapté pour des soirées spéciales, des dîners entre amis ou des rassemblements, et nombreux le considèrent comme l'un des meilleurs de Montréal.
I went there with friends for a birthday dinner & the food was great. The waiter gave us great recommendations. L'escargot there is unique as it is made with mushrooms & basil sauce for main I would recommend the tartare or boudin noire. The pain perdu was amazing
A lively little French bistro with a fast pace & no wasted time. You feel it right away - energetic, efficient, a place that knows exactly what it is.
The tartare was the standout. Fresh, clean, perfectly balanced - not overworked, not drowning in sauce. Just simple, sharp execution. & the wine? The bomb - it elevated the whole experience.
Service moves quickly, which fits the vibe. Not a place to linger, but perfect when you want a great meal done right.
Verdict: go for the tartare & the wine - both deliver.
10 avr. 2026
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Toujours très bon. Je recommande la soupe de poisson avec le fromage Louis d'Or & la rouille. Vraiment très bon & portion généreuse. Les frites sont délicieuses. Bon tartare aussi que j'aurais pris un peu plus relevé. Le service était correct, sans plus. Le serveur était un peu intrusif, il nous parlais de sa vie. J'ai moins aimé. Il nous as dit de ne pas se servir de vin nous même, que c'était à lui de le faire. J'y retournerai sans doute malgré ce léger détail négatif.
The food was good overall, while the salmon tartare was a bit too fishy for my taste, everything else was delicious, especially the duck confit. However, the service was disappointing at first as several staff members passed us without acknowledging us & we had to wait a while for the hostess which was odd because it wasn't busy (just before 6:00pm). Overall, the experience was just ok.
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.
We have been going to Lemeac over the past 15 years & we are never disappointed. Most recently we had an exceptional experience with Jonathan as our waiter. Merci Jonathan!
We got A+ service the whole night, he was attentive to our needs & had a great sense of humour.
We started the night off with cocktails & then progressed to champagne, Sangiovese & then an Anarone to end off the night. The wines & champagne were exceptional.
The food hit the mark as usual with fresh, salty, briny oysters from Nova Scotia, salmon & beef tartare, grilled calamari, fried goat cheese salad.
For our mains, the hanger steak, scallops & arctic char were on point & you can never end the night wrong with a pain perdu.
We never felt rushed the whole night & our whole experience was memorable.
While the wine prices have gone up significantly over the years, the quality of product makes up for this for the most part.
Portions were great, service & company even better. We will definitely return again soon!
I happened to be in the area & wanted French food for lunch. I didn't expect it to have a Michelin recommendation! I also saw the poster written by the friends of the architect, Luc Laporte. They had impressive words to say about him.
Reservations: probably recommended to make reservations ahead of time, but I was able to walk in on a weekday around noon without one. The place looked like it was getting full by 13:00.
Service: our server was great with providing recommendations & noting what are popular dishes. He explained that the beef cheeks is a winter dish. Unfortunately we didn't get to try it.
Food:
Complimentary bread & butter
CLASSIC SALMON TARTARE (appetizer, CAD$25.50)- delicious, refreshing, cold
ICELANDIC WILD COD (main dish, CAD$53.50)- fish was seared perfectly, flavorful potato puree, warm cherry tomatoes
GRILLED VEAL CHOP (main dish, CAD$68.50)- veal was cooked medium rare, thick slices of heirloom tomato, interesting nutty sauce
I thoroughly enjoyed each dish. I didn't expect much, so I was pleasantly surprised. This might have been the best restaurant in my short Montreal visit.
No wifi
Bathroom available (need to read a quote in French)
Indoor + outdoor seating
Apple Pay/credit card accepted
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 🤍👌🏻
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I've been to Lemeac everytime I've come to Montreal. We tried their Fish Soup, minestrone, Grilled calamari, mushroom ravioli, beef tartare, duck confit, mushroom risotto, profiteroles & banana sticky toffee pudding. Top dishes were the ravioli, beef tartare & duck confit. We reserved on the same day but could only get a 9.30pm reservation. Would definitely recommend booking earlier. Service was good & ambiance is always pleasant. Would recommend if you're looking for a casual French restaurant. 💯
Lovely lunch at Leméac! The classic salad was crisp & refreshing, the asparagus perfectly cooked, & the salmon tartare was fresh & delicious. The pasta was rich & satisfying, paired beautifully with a smooth latte. Ended on a sweet note with a delicate macaron. Timeless French bistro charm & excellent service-Montreal at its best!
This was a highly recommended French restaurant in Montreal. Weekends are always booked, & reservations are needed.
The ambiance was nice, perfect for a dim romantic dinner. Although, don't expect it to be a quiet place as it's buzzing with energy & conversations.
We had the foie gras, beef tartare, crunchy goat cheese, & the moulle fritte. I liked everything except for the mussels. I thought the broth missed the mark, & some of the mussels were slightly undercooked since it was still translucent. I didn't feel safe eating it all.
Service was also pretty slow. Took 30 minutes for us to get the main course. We didn't get any drinks, but they seem fancy enough. Overall, for 4 dishes, we paid CAD150.
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!
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Great food & drink. The duck breast was amazing! & the steaks were great. We had beef tartare to start & it was also great. Didn't come with enough crackers & the children are several helpings of bread.
Everything about this place is perfect. Been going here for 15 years + & yet the service, food & atmosphere has never declined. My new favourite (I usually stuck with tartare & mussels) is the duck with wonton. Ouffff it's delicious. Pain perdu is a classic & must have every time. For whatever reason I always need to get their goat cheese salad. Nothing crazy but hits the spot every time.
Their tartare de saumon is always on point. Even the breakfast with shrimp & salmon was simple but good & filling. Always will go back for the pain perdu.
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.
