In fall 2007, the chefs of Joe Beef restaurant opened a new restaurant, the Liverpool House, located next to the Atwater market and numerous antiquarians of Notre-Dame St. With a menu that changes every week, the Liverpool House offers seasonal dishes inspired by ingredients found in the market.
Overall, Liverpool House is described as a refined yet welcoming Montreal standout where signature dishes like beef tartare, lobster pasta and steak frites regularly impress, and the service is for the most part attentive, knowledgeable, and warm with an atmosphere that ranges from casual to upscale. The vibe is repeatedly praised as cozy, lively, and unpretentious, with a strong selection of oysters and cocktails adding to the experience. While many reviews rave about high quality ingredients and thoughtful recommendations, some note occasional inconsistency in mains, saltier dishes, and moments of crowding or rushed service when the room is busy, and a sense that price can be steep. Reservations are often advised, and the terrace or bar seating is highlighted as a plus, making it a memorable destination for both special occasions and casual nights out in Montreal.
Now this is what I'm talking about - impeccable service, incredibly good tasting food, & worth every penny. The lobster spaghetti tasted like the literal ocean & it made you want to keep digging in. The fish was mastefully cooked. Beef tartare was fantastic. Highly highly recommend going here for a fancy dinne
J'ai essayé les Lobster Spaghetti & le Pan Seared Hanger Steak, & honnêtement, c'était une expérience inoubliable. Les Lobster Spaghetti étaient incroyablement riches, le goût des fruits de mer était super bien intégré aux pâtes, & on le sent à chaque bouchée. Le hanger steak, lui, était cuit exactement comme je le voulais : bien saisi à l'extérieur, & juteux & tendre à l'intérieur. Les deux plats étaient généreux comme portions, ça peut même valoir la peine de partager. L'ambiance de l'endroit est très animée, tout en restant confortable. Le service était attentionné & ils ont fait de bonnes recommandations. Globalement, ça a été une soirée à la fois délicieuse & agréable. Je vais certainement revenir.
Apr 20, 2026
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we got oysters, the lobster spaghetti & steak frites. Unfortunately the pasta was not worth 74$, but the oysters were great & the steak was okay. the servers were very attentive & the ambiance was amazing
Welcoming from the moment we entered. The service was fit for royalty. The lobster spaghetti delicious. The hanger steak a bit stringy. The Basque pumpkin cheese cake divine. Always the service deserves six stars. After a while it got crowded & very loud. Glad we came early for a great experience. Thanks to Louise & Taylor as well as others.
Food (except the lobster & pasta dish which was very low on the lobster part) & service are very good here - we've been multiple time over the past 4 or 5 year. I have always had a reservation BUT very disappointed that they have NEVER fulfilled my request to sit out back. May not be returning for a while. Lots of other great options in the area.
Sep 8, 2025
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Really good fancy-ish restaurant with some incredible food!
For appetizers, we got the oysters & we were really impressed with the plating, taste, & especially the horseradish garnish. But that didn't even compare to how good the beef tartare was which we cleared real quick. It had a kind of French onion dip with either roasted potato squares or croutons (we couldn't figure out which). I really hope I can try to replicate that or get it somewhere back home!
Then for the main course, my cousin got the lobster spaghetti, which was a lot of food so she shared some with us & it was really great! I got the roasted duck & peach which had a really good demi-glace sauce. The duck was very tender & meaty which paired well with the sweetness of the roasted peach.
Best restaurant in Montreal hands down. If it's your first time, try the steak & fries as well as the lobster spaghetti. Oysters are fresh & huge + you get to be served by the best CECILE!!! Thank you for your amazing service!!! 🫶🏽
I'll start with the good.
The service was excellent. Our waitress was helpful & we never had to ask to fill our wine or water. The salad was really good & tasty dressing.
We made our reservation more than a month ago & got sat by the bar.
When we asked if they had something in the restaurant the guy was just rude(Bad start)
We were told the lobster pasta had 1/2 lobster & a huge bowl of pasta so we shared it.
It arrived with 3 small pieces of lobster from a very small lobster & a regular order of pasta for 1 person. Not worth $71.
I have cooked over 1000 live lobsters in my day & this was not freshly cooked lobster.
In fact it was starting to turn & I paid the price later. Either they use previously cooked lobster or already dead lobster before cooked.
There is no way to have that taste or smell from freshly cooked lobster(sorry but true).
The sauce was just ok & we were both left hungry.
Our friends ordered the fish filet special of the day that we were told could feed 1 1/2 people. I have never seen a fish arrive with nothing on the plate but sauce. $39 & nothing else but the fish on the plate. I was so embarrassed since I picked the restaurant.
We considered ordering more food but decided against it given the 2 mains that we already received.
We were very disappointed!
Jul 28, 2025
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I had a really wonderful experience at Liverpool House in Montreal & would definitely recommend it! The atmosphere was warm, inviting, & had a great vibe, making it a perfect spot for a memorable meal. The service was top-notch-our server, Cecile, was absolutely excellent, bringing enthusiasm, knowledge, & genuine care to our table, which made the evening even better.
The food was delicious & well-executed. We started with the sourdough bread, which was fresh, crusty, & delightful. The beef tartare was a standout, bursting with flavor & perfectly seasoned. The six raw oysters were fresh, briny, & beautifully presented. The lobster spaghetti, while well-prepared with rich flavors, wasn't the highlight for me personally, but still very enjoyable. Each course arrived with perfect timing, keeping the meal relaxed & pleasant.
For dessert, the chocolate cake was rich, decadent, & a fantastic way to end the night. The value was impressive-everything felt well worth the price for such a high-quality experience. Liverpool House delivered a fantastic dining experience, & I'm excited to come back!
Jun 12, 2025
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Best restaurant I visited in Montreal! The ny strip was huge & tasted amazing the sauce is something delicious! The lobster pasta is sooooo yummy! Nice people very good service! I would def visit this spot every time in Montreal
What can I say other than the fact this is my favourite restaurant & my wife & I look forward to returning here throughout the year!
From the first moment you step into the restaurant, you are greeted with warmth by the host / hostess, brought to your table & then offered a cocktail / drink to start off the night.
We love the at home, rustic vibe of the restaurant combined with the multi cultural & English & French dynamic that you get at this restaurant. The team seamless serves you in English & French & we love it as we love both languages.
The first time we went here was for my birthday & Cecile was our waitress & she surpassed our expectations. She recommended what she viewed as great'birthday dishes' & hit the mark! Her wine pairing suggestion for oysters / seafood (chenin blanc) & main course (Chianti Classico) were on point, in line with our taste & reasonably priced.
From start to finish, our experience was absolute perfection! The rest of the staff ensured we always had enough water & anything else that we needed. They also kept the tables clean & well organized throughout the night.
Last night we went back for a second time & had very good service from Sarah. She was attentive to our needs & patient when we were figuring out which wines we wanted to pair with our meal. Sarah was more reserved at first but then warmed up as the night went on.
Although she did forget us temporarily at the end of our meal when we were moved to the terrasse (after our time at the table ran out), she more than made up for it with a sincere apology & by comping us for our first glass of white & dessert.
Our meal was delicious with fresh oysters, arctic char, the foie gras breakfast sandwich (i will get this again… & again), New York strip with an incredible marinade & sauce (perfectly cooked), the lobster spaghetti (was good but not my favourite dish of the two nights), all of the desserts on the menu, delicious cocktails & wine.
Thank you to the Liverpool house team for two amazing nights. We will be back!
I wish I was able to get a table at Joe Beef but thankfully they had the Lobster Spaghetti at Liverpool House as well. It was the main thing I wanted to try. Service was great! Food amazing! I'll have to make sure to get a reservation for the sister restaurant next time but don't skip Liverpool House whether you're going next door or not.
Do not get the lobster spaghetti 1/5 No taste of lobster & barely any lobster meat. Also the pasta used is equivalent of store bought barilla. Overpriced hype now. It isnt how it used to be. I knocked a star off for that reason alone especially because I know there are people who will come here looking forward to the lobster spaghetti alone The sweetbreads was the star of the show. Absolutely delicious, very much recommend. Flavourful & nicely cooked. Impeccable 5/5 !! Great service from the staff they are fantastic
