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L'Estaminet RestoMontreal.ca
L'Estaminet RestoMontreal.ca
L'Estaminet RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant

L'Estaminet

Ahuntsic-Cartierville
4.4$ & $$
OPEN9 am - 11 pm
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Tuesday
Wednesday
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Brunch: Sat & Sun: 10am-3pm
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About us

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

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 45 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac

More details

Sat & Sun: 10am-3pm
Parking easily accessible on the surrounding streets.
4 seats
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Reviews for L'Estaminet

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Review Summary

At L'Estaminet, reviews describe a warm neighborhood bistro with a charming atmosphere and attentive service, where the menu blends comforting French staples with seasonal, well-prepared dishes. Dishes like the maison boudin, onion soup, risotto, and morue are highlighted for flavor and quality, while brunch options and a friendly, efficient staff make casual meals feel special. The value is consistently praised, with many noting reasonable prices and satisfying portions for the setting, and the terrace plus on-street parking add to the appeal. Some comments mention small portions or occasional slow service during busy times, but overall guests leave impressed by the homey vibe, the dependable quality, and the welcoming team. L'Estaminet remains a go-to for convivial dinners with family or friends and a reliable choice for a relaxed meal out.
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1 Review
5.0

Le menu brunch se démarque. Personnel sympathique & efficace. Ambiance décontractée. Lieu lumineux. On y retourne, c'est certain.

Apr 3, 2022
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3.5

Endroit & service très convivial.

Mar 30, 2022
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4.0

Bon resto pour le lunch ... croque-monsieur est excellent

Mar 29, 2022
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3.5

Endroit tranquille, nourriture correcte, prix en concordance & service agréable.

Mar 29, 2022
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4.5

L'Estaminet, une valeur sûre depuis si longtemps. La morue au menu du jour était délicieuse, servie avec un concassé d'artichauts, olives & tomates. Délicieux.
Service courtois, mais erreur de facturation, m'attribuant la totalité des deux factures ( ce que je n'avais ni prévu, ni demandé)à l'exception du thé vert! Pers9nnel disposé à corriger, mais quand même malaisant.

Mar 22, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent bistrot, le service, le menu, tout est parfait

Mar 22, 2022
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1 Review
4.0

Bon service, ambiance de quartier. Nourriture bonne, mais sans plus.

Mar 20, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Système de réservation très efficace!

Mar 19, 2022
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1 Review
4.0

Ratio qualité de la nourriture & le prix est excellent

Mar 17, 2022
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1 Review
3.0

Les photos & le site sont un peu trompeurs. Ça donne l'impression d'une ambiance chaleureuse & intime alors que c'est plutôt un resto pour les familles avec enfants. Nous avons plusieurs fois demandé de tamiser la lumière, mais il paraît que c'était tamisé au maximum... Déçue...

Mar 11, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Très bon service & menu varié.

Mar 10, 2022
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1 Review
3.0

Service impeccable.

Cuisine à améliorer: non velouté mais soupe à l'oignon? Changer l'appellation.

Parties un peu séchées du poulet dans la salade de légumes grillés. Malgré ces critiques, j'aime le resto & j'y retournerai. avec plaisir..

Mar 10, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Toujours délicieux. Tranquille. Agréable. Merci

Mar 6, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Aliment frais, ambiance décontractée, service sympathique

Mar 6, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Repas délicieux, service attentionné. & les brunchs sortent de l'ordinaire de belle façon.

Mar 6, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent repas. Bisque au saumon, gratiné de fruits de mer, très bon gâteau moka, capuccino. Service très bien. Charmant bistro de quartier sur Fleury

Mar 5, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Toujours agréable & délicieux!
Le service est personnalisé & l'ambiance familiale.
Merci encore pour la belle soirée!

Mar 2, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Menu délicieux & accueil chaleureux. Merci beaucoup !

Mar 1, 2022
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1 Review
4.5

Excellent service, bon repas

Feb 22, 2022
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1 Review
4.5

Excellent brunch. J'adore L'Estaminet.
Merci pour tout!

Jean-Pierre Fabien

Feb 21, 2022