Les Pyrenées presents a focused culinary approach centered on fresh seafood and traditional French preparations. The kitchen emphasizes the quality of raw ingredients through a selection of signature tartare dishes crafted with precision and seasonal components. Each plate reflects a commitment to classic techniques, balancing textures and flavors to highlight the inherent characteristics of the maritime products. The dining room maintains a functional and streamlined layout that prioritizes the interaction between the guest and the presented meal. This establishment operates with a dedication to consistent output, ensuring that every serving adheres to established standards of preparation. The menu remains committed to its core identity, favoring time-honored methods over modern fads while maintaining a steady flow of artisanal fish preparations for all patrons.
Les Pyrenées is frequently praised for its warm, inviting atmosphere and exceptional service, often making guests feel like special visitors. Many diners highlight the quality of the cuisine, particularly the seafood paella, beef cheeks, and French onion soup, noting the use of fresh ingredients. The restaurant offers a cozy setting in the heart of Old Montreal, featuring a pleasant terrace and a welcoming team that is often described as attentive and professional. While some patrons find the pricing high and occasionally notice inconsistencies during very busy periods, the majority of visitors have memorable dining experiences, frequently recommending it as a fantastic destination for authentic flavors and a friendly, authentic vibe.
This was a fantastic place for dinner. I had the braided beef cheek & my colleague has the braided pork cheek. So good & was every bit as good as the ones I've had in Europe. The service was fantastic as was the atmosphere. Food came out quick & we were never bothered about partying the check. We were allowed to sit & talk as long as we wanted to. So nice. In the States, the servers try & get you to pay & leave. Not here.
Honestly they were nice when I got there & service quickly went down. Sat for over an hour to wait for food that was lukewarm & truthfully not that good. 3 different servers & each one only came to me once then disappeared. Got the bill & they would not let me check out even w repeated eye contact. Shouldn't take 2 hours to eat when you're a single diner.
Sep 22, 2024
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Sophisticated food with a casual & comfortable atmosphere! This restaurant was a happy surprise after a long day of travel. Everything was delicious & our only complaints: too many amazing dishes to choose from & not enough time on our trip to squeeze in a second visit! The duck salad was the star of the meal. But the dip with the bread was lovely & our entrees: Catalonian parillada style meats mixed grill & the featured grilled calamari was excellent. We hope to one day to try the paella, Spanish style fish & seafood parrillada, & so many other dishes!
It has not been my best experience tasting the vast & rich Spanish food that exists. Although I must highlight the wonderful reception & attention of everyone in the place, unfortunately the food was not first class. A seafood grill that was, so to speak, simple. It lacked a lot of Spain: onion, garlic, saffron, leek, cilantro. In short, it was not bad, but not worth repeating either, since the dish we ordered can easily be reproduced at home without much effort (prawns, oysters & grilled fish), & perhaps we would all do better with a little extra creativity. If I went back I would dare to try another dish.
Good setting & service but the seafood stew was 90% mussels, 3 shrimp, not big, two tiny clams, & some kind of mushy fish. Broth was salty. Definitely not the best, maybe the worst, seafood stew I have had.
SUCH A FIND! stumbled upon this gem while we were strolling around at night. Our server was wonderful & the beef cheeks I had were delicious! I loved the sauce they had for the breadbasket so yummy I had to ask for the recipe so I can make it at home.
Situated in the heart of Old Port Montreal, my experience here was nothing but positive. We were lucky enough to sit by the window, enjoying a stunning view that captured the old European vibe of the city. The customer service was outstanding, with our waiter clearly explaining the menu. We ordered the paella, a dish with sausage & beans (maybe with rice?), & a brie cheese salad as an appetizer. The portions were generous, & I loved every dish we tried. While it may not be the most budget-friendly spot, if you're looking to fully immerse yourself in Spanish cuisine with excellent service, this is the place to be.
Le service est très long, la cuisine peu généreuse, les plats sont peu garnis & peu copieux par contre l'addition est très salée!!! Nous étions cinq pour un dîner entre amis & nous avons été déçus.
The restaurant was not crowded but we still waited 30 mins for our drinks & soup to show up. The paella was cold & dry when it arrived another 30 mins later. They got the drink order wrong & gave us a free tasteless dessert as a consolation for the bad service & food. Would not recommend
