L’estaminet is the perfect place to enjoy a light gourmet meal without putting a dent in your wallet. Located on Fleury Street in the increasingly popular Ahuntsic district, this unpretentious bistro continues to earn the praise of all those who dine here. Established in 1985, L’estaminet offers a pan-European menu that includes a selection of favourites inspired by French, Italian, German and Belgian cuisine.
An eclectic clientele demands an equally eclectic menu. With patrons from the neighbourhood and from all over the island of Montreal, L’estaminet provides top quality bistro fare that includes a selection of burgers, tempting personal pizzas, the ever-popular croques (including monsieur, smoked salmon, ham and asparagus), sandwiches, salad, pasta and an ever changing table d’hôte that expands on the standard menu. Breakfast is served daily and the extensive weekend brunch menu has such a variety of choices that making your final selection may take some time.
Like any bistro worthy of the name, L’estaminet offers a selection of coffees and espresso-based drinks (hot and iced). A wide array of herbal and other teas is available for your pleasure, too. Wine and beer are also on the menu, with St-Ambroise, Boréale and Stella Artois on tap. And if indulging your sweet tooth is more your thing (or if you want to cap a perfect meal), the dessert menu at L’estaminet features sinfully delicious pies, sorbets and cakes, including a different new featured cake every month.
Our Specialties
Home-made Burgers, Seasonal Salads, Fish of the day, Pies and Cakes
L'Estaminet feels like a warm, unpretentious neighborhood bistro with a cozy atmosphere and simple, hearty dishes served by friendly staff; Guests note a relaxed setting, good value, and dependable quality across dishes such as tender lamb, fresh tartare and comforting staples, with tasteful lighting and a welcoming vibe that makes it a good spot for meets or casual dinners, while a few reviews mention small portions or bread or seasoning could shine a bit more, these are balanced by the overall charm and consistency.
Nous étions deux & avons mangé des repas différents & ni l'une n'avons aimé notre repas...la salade accompagnant mon tartare de saumon était sans goût & sans amour (romaine trop grossièrement coupée & seulement quelques morceaux de betteraves), le tartare était simplement pas bon! La soupe a l'oignon de mon amie, idem : très très ordinaire & sa salade, sans finesse & sans goût. Avec une mini, mini tasse de café, une facture avoisinant les $40 pour un dîner pas bon. Je n'y retournerai pas c'est certain & mon amie non plus .
Wow ! Quelle belle expérience à L'ESTAMINET - Café bistro service !
Le brunch de Pâques était tout simplement excellent. Tout était délicieux, frais & vraiment bien présenté. On voit tout de suite qu'il y a beaucoup de soin dans la préparation des plats & dans le service.
L'ambiance était chaleureuse, accueillante & parfaite pour passer un beau moment en famille. Le personnel était gentil, attentionné & professionnel, ce qui a rendu l'expérience encore plus agréable.
Un très beau brunch de Pâques, copieux & savoureux. Nous avons adoré notre visite & nous y retournerons avec plaisir. Bravo à toute l'équipe !
Went here to support a local restaurant during the'Fleury gourmande' event. This is a casual dining neighborhood place that serves simple hearty dishes, in a relaxed atmosphere. We appreciated our meal however we felt like each dish would have benefited from that extra touch for it to be amazing. The lamb was generous & tender, & the sauce was nice, but it lacked that bit of bright acidic herby flavor (like gremolata) to cut the richness. The salmon tartare with cucumber & avocado was fresh & crisp but marinating the salmon longer & adding a few capers & finely minced shallots would have made all the difference. Serving the soup & tartare with overly stale, brittle baguette slices is a misstep.
This place is great for meet-ups with close friends, lunch with a work mate, dinner with parents or when you don't feel like cooking. Loved the low lighting, the soft music, the charming staff & the overall coziness of the place. I would definitely come back for drinks, a coffee & a small bite. A great place for brunch as well.
Un délice, vraiment! Nous avons profité du plan Fleury Gourmand. Nous avons apprécié le décor charmant, la chaleur de l'accueil, & la qualité de la cuisine. Le boudin, les tartelettes, & l'agneau si bien apprêté!
La personne qui m'accompagnait s'est plein que le riz était trop cuit ainsi qu'un des deux morceaux de morue. De mon côté, le hamburger était parfait. Mon compagnon a voulu souligner son insastisfaction à une personne en sallem mais celle-ci a paru indifférente à la situation.