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 described as a stylish, welcoming Montreal institution with a chic yet relaxed vibe. The cooking is repeatedly praised for high quality and consistency, with many dishes noted as beautifully plated and well executed. Standouts include duck confit, hanger steak, beef tartare, salmon tartare, grilled calamari, and desserts like pain perdu. The ambiance is often described as elegant and bustling, giving a Michelin like feel while remaining warm and approachable. Service is frequently described as attentive and professional, though a few visits note slower pacing or less consistent attention. The room can be lively and quite noisy when busy, with tables close together that can make quiet conversation challenging. Wine lists are celebrated for breadth and quality but many reviews mention high prices, while portions and value are generally seen as solid for the quality. The restaurant remains a popular choice for celebrations and weekend brunch, and many reviewers say they will definitely return to try more of the menu.
My favourite restaurant in Montreal. Every plate is a treat, always prepared to perfection. Each service is delicious. The service is consistently pleasant & attentive. The wines are well selected & variety is quite wide. During Montreal en lumiere, c'est même mieux. Magnificent additions to the menu!
Feb 21, 2026
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One of my top three restaurants in Montreal, & I happily come back 4 to 5 times a year. It's just as beautiful in the summer as it is in the winter, which makes every visit feel special.
The service is consistently warm & attentive, & the surrounding neighborhood adds so much charm to the experience. Montreal has no shortage of great spots, but this one truly stands out. Already looking forward to my next visit.
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.
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
Feb 4, 2026
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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:)
This place has seriously gone downhill. We stood by the entrance for ten minutes, completely ignored by passing staff. Not even a quick'good evening, someone will be with you.' Makes you feel very welcome.
When we were finally seated, the waiter didn't bother offering to take our coats - just pointed across the room & said,'you can hang your coats over there.'
From there, things only got worse: our food took 1.5 hours to arrive, & when it finally did, it wasn't worth the wait.
Sadly, this used to be a favorite spot. Now it's just disappointing.
Leméac was the perfect place for a client dinner. The atmosphere was upscale & not loud. The service was perfect. We never felt rushed, & she was very well-versed in the wines & all other aspects of the restaurant. You order everything at once, & they have a perfect pace for bringing out the food. You have plenty of time for each course. The food was excellent! I would recommend this to anyone who wants to have a fantastic experience while impressing their dinner guest(s)!
Jan 31, 2026
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What a gem. Had the foie gras, duck breast, & chocolate tart with ginger ice cream. All so delicious & beautifully prepared. Service was wonderful too & he suggested nice wine pairings. Would definitely recommend.
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.
Always go here once or twice a year for special occasions. Service is always impeccable & the waiter I had last time was an absolute gem.
I typically don't enjoy seafood but their options here are so good that I don't shy away from them. Their cod dish is fantastic.
Don't sleep on their brunch either! Great options for people with a sweet tooth & their fries are great.
The only downside I can attest to is how loud & packed the place can be. It can be hard to have a conversation with my table at times, & navigating between active tables & waiters can be a little annoying. Not a dealbreaker, but something to consider.
Jan 26, 2026
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Pour ma part, un des meilleurs restaurants à Montréal ! Les plats sont de qualité & d'une saveur exceptionnelle. Parfait pour les brunchs en famille - c'est un incontournable.
Gros avantage : contrairement à la plupart des autres restos, on peut réserver pour le brunch ! C'est tellement plus agréable que d'attendre en file dehors un dimanche matin… Le service est toujours impeccable & courtois.
Ambiance : Le restaurant peut être assez bruyant, donc je ne le recommanderais pas pour une première rencontre romantique. Par contre, c'est l'endroit idéal pour des retrouvailles entre amis ou un repas en famille.
J'adore tout simplement ce resto !
Jamais déçue chez Leméac.
Ambiance lumineuse & urbaine grâce aux grandes fenêtres, en plein coeur de la rue Laurier.
On y retrouve de grands classiques de bistrot français, bien exécutés & toujours réconfortants.
Les tables d'hôte du midi offrent de très belles options à prix raisonnable.
Peu importe l'heure, on s'y sent un peu en vacances.
Classique indémodable, tout était bon & bien fait. Cet endroit ne réinvente pas la roue mais on est bien accueilli, la nourriture est bien apprêté & la sélection de vin est impressionnante.
