L'Express

Bunker

5.0

My wife & I had dinner at L'Express on a Wednesday night during a trip to Montreal after reading about it in the NYT. It lived up to its reputation.

The staff was warm, welcoming, & skilled, making us feel comfortable right away. The meal started with pickles & bread--a simple but memorable touch. L'Express feels like an authentic French bistro, the kind that has inspired places like Pastis or Parc (both favorites of mine). It reminded me of a restaurant I once visited on Île Saint-Louis in Paris, adding to its authenticity.

We shared a green salad, steak frites, & a pasta special with meatballs in red sauce. Every dish was clean, simple, & well-executed. The restaurant was packed, with every seat filled, & the atmosphere was cozy & lively. We enjoyed the sophisticated local chatter & the charm of the space.

It's easy to see why L'Express has been around for decades. The food, service, & vibe are top-notch, & the prices are reasonable for the quality. The surrounding neighborhood was also a nice area to explore. Reservations are a must. Highly recommended!

Gerry

5.0

Service was second to none! Love this place & enjoy it every time I'm in town!

Jacob

5.0

Just amazing have been there twice now in the span of a week the star if the meals has been the house ravioli just incredible the sauce is amazing super rich & refined I would pay the $30 just for the sauce & bread.

The duck confit is also amazing & the octopus is delicious comes with a red pepper type sauce very flavourful.

But again get the ravioli & extra bread to not waste the sauce.

Parking on that street is very rough I recommend you just take a taxi or Uber as whatever you pay for the ride is worth the lack of frustration trying to find parking.

Arne

5.0

All time favourite ❤?

Uwe

5.0

Great spot!

Suzanne

5.0

J'y suis allée la première fois en 1982. J'y retourne toujours avec grand plaisir. Le service est irréprochable. La nourriture est toujours aussi bonne!!!

Jack

5.0

A quintessential French bistro that consistently exceeds expectations! Whether you're dining for business or pleasure, this restaurant offers a vibrant atmosphere, complemented by a very well curated menu of French classics, all expertly prepared to showcase simplicity & quality ingredients! If you love wine then you'll appreciate the work that has gone into building the extensive wine list that showcases a variety of wines & older vintages. I particularly enjoy sitting at the bar, where the energy is always lively & welcoming! A definite must!

Robin

5.0

the epitome of a french diner! started out with the bread / butter / pickles, which came with a side of the best mustard i've ever had. split the steak frites & quiche with leek for mains. quiche was good but the steak was REALLY good. fries come with mayo, obviously. really excellent meal, would go again!

Philippe

5.0

Restaurant proposant des classiques français. On ne se casse pas la tête ici : tout est délicieux, & les prix sont plus que raisonnables. Nous avons visité un lundi soir à 21h, & il y avait encore une file d'attente. Cela en dit long sur la réputation exceptionnelle de ce restaurant.

Benjamin

5.0

Best restaurant for a night out with your best friend &/or family. Reasonable prices & great selection of wine. From 30$ a bottle!! My favorite restaurant in MTL by far!!