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Restaurant L'Express, located in Le Plateau Mont-Royal, Montreal is one of Montreal's best-known French bistros. The menu rotates somewhat, and there are always daily specials, but l'Express specializes in: pâté, foie gras and bouillabaisse appetizers; steak tartare, steak-frites and veal kidney main courses; and cheeses, crème caramel or chocolate mousse desserts.
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5.0
Busy long time french eatery. Excellent food & service. Honestly one of the best meals I've had in Montreal. Truly Excellent.
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5.0
Have been eating here & a favourite for 20 years.. amazing dinner last night.. humorous & attentive service.. continued great space & delicious food.. beef tartare the star, follows by the steak frites then the lamb shank.. super wine list !! Go !
Feb 2, 2026
on Google
5.0
Ordered the steak frites & it was very very good. They serve pickles with mustard at the table & those were also very good. Interior looks nice & service was very attentive. Signage is minimum, you don't know you're there until you're basically at the door. Prices were also very reasonable considering the quality.
Feb 2, 2026
on Google
5.0
Excellente expérience !
Gabriel au bar était particulièrement sympathique.
Merci pour la soirée & les recommandations!
Feb 1, 2026
on Google
5.0
L'Express - une valeur sûre, tout simplement.
Une soirée mémorable à L'Express, où tout est au rendez-vous : ambiance incroyable, salle vivante & animée, service efficace & une cuisine qui assume pleinement son classicisme… & qui le fait brillamment.
Les prix sont étonnamment honnêtes pour la qualité des produits, la maîtrise des cuissons & le soin apporté aux détails. Mention spéciale au boudin & céleri - absolument remarquable, parfaitement équilibré, réconfortant & exécuté avec justesse. Un plat qui reste en tête longtemps après avoir quitté la table.
C'est le genre d'endroit où l'on mange bien, où l'on se sent bien, & où l'on comprend pourquoi le restaurant traverse le temps sans jamais perdre sa pertinence.
Bref, une institution montréalaise qui mérite amplement sa réputation.
Jan 26, 2026
on Google
5.0
The food is incredible!! I started with a vegetable soup & every piece of vegetables were cut to the same size. I then had the steak & frites. The fries were perfect!! The ambiance was something of the 1930's/40's New York. Staff was incredible & they have unlimited little pickles.
Jan 25, 2026
on Google
4.0
Iconic but the food is basic & just ok at best... soup & steak rly needs salt. Duck is very goood tho
Jan 24, 2026
on Google
4.0
La nourriture est délicieuse, le personnel est courtois & sympathique, une belle ambiance. J'ai passé un moment agréable.
Jan 24, 2026
on Google
5.0
Great service & delicious food. Got the bone marrow which was so rich, the beef tartare which was delicious, & a truffle risotto which was one of the specials & was pretty good.
Jan 19, 2026
on Google
5.0
Ordered veal kidney, it was amazing, love that flavor & topping, you must try it! Finished, 😎. You can see how I love it:)
Jan 18, 2026
on Google
5.0
My husband & I visited from Toronto & wow, we were mind blown from the food & customer service. I made sure to make a reservation as I knew it was a busy place. The servers are phenomenal & provide great service - my water & wine was never empty! On top of it, they give you a jar of pickles on house to munch at while waiting for your food - including be happier! The food is Michelin star for a reason … I got the duck & crème brûlée & it was SO GOOD. The crème brûlée is massive & you could share it with someone - or not :) Cant wait to be back!
Jan 14, 2026
on Google
5.0
Je suis arrivée sans rendez-vous & ils ont pu m'accueillir. La soupe paysanne était réconfortante, l'onglet au beurre d'échalote & les frites étaient excellents. Gros plus pour le bocal de cornichons sur la table. La crème brûlée était délicieuse.
Jan 13, 2026
on Google
5.0
Merci À Mathieu & Joël pour l'excellent service. La nourriture est venue rapidement. La table était toujours propre. L'eau était toujours remplie. On ne manquait de rien. Je suis vraiment reconnaissant & chanceux d'avoir été servi par ce duo. Merci beaucoup. & comment puis-je oublier le merveilleux hôte qui a réussi à nous faire rentrer dans une soirée achalandé un lundi Même si j'avais canceller ma réservation sans faire exprès.
Jan 12, 2026
on Google
5.0
Walked in & they made us feel special. The night was busy but they made room. Unfortunately our server did not match the atmosphere, we almost left no tip. Alexis saved our night & our dining experience. He was always there. Checked on the details. Offered a beautiful smile. Thank you Alexis. Will be back because of your service.
Jan 1, 2026
on Google
5.0
An excellent traditional French bistro. Atmosphere was buzzing, even late at night. I started with the bone marrow, which was good but not great (wish they offered the steak tartare as a starter). The main, though, was incredible. Best duck confit I have ever had; it was cooked perfectly, including the beans it was served on. Crème brûlée was also excellent. A must visit when in Montreal.
Dec 31, 2025
on Google
2.0
It had been years since I had been here & heard that they had redecorated. Our kids had actually made a reservation the following night unbeknownst to us. Went back with our friends & we arrived a bit late due to parking troubles. It didn't help that the resto was difficult to find as the signage isn't in view. We sat & chatted a bit & were not impressed at the way our waiter greeted us. Nonetheless, we proceeded to order our food & the attitude continued when my wife was asking questions about the menu. I had the smoked herring which was the best thing I had that evening. It was well prepared & delicious. My wife ordered the salmon which she enjoyed as a main & I had the steak tartare. My tartare wasn't great. Mid at best. The meat was fresh but lacking flavour although they did get the spice level correct. Was tempted by the maple profiteroles but at over $17, I passed. Not sure why dessert prices have gone through the roof especially for a bistro. Sadly, my kids had an even worse experience with service the following evening. Suffice it to say, I won't be back as there are better bistro experience like Lemeac, Chez Lévesque or Brasserie Bernard in Montreal to name a few all with better service & food.
Dec 30, 2025
on Google
5.0
One of my favourite restaurants. Food is exceptional! Try the bone marrow, or their cloud dessert.
Dec 30, 2025
on Google