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, reviews portray Liverpool House as a refined yet welcoming spot with a warm, intimate atmosphere and a strong focus on bold flavors and careful technique. Diners repeatedly praise standout dishes such as beef tartare, steak frites, lobster pasta, and arctic char, along with reliable starters and desserts that elevate the meal. The beverage program is frequently highlighted, especially the wine and local beer options, which pair well with the menu. Service is described as attentive and knowledgeable on many visits, though several experiences note inconsistencies and occasional delays during busy periods. The setting is often lively but comfortable, with a terrace option and a vibe that can feel bustling or romantic depending on the night. Reservations are commonly advised, as tables fill up and some guests report longer waits or portions that fail to meet expectations for the price. If the kitchen or service falls short, pricing can feel steep, while many guests feel the quality justifies the cost on other nights. Although experiences vary, Liverpool House remains a top Montreal destination for a memorable, sophisticated dining experience.
At the top of my list were the famed sister restaurants Joe Beef & Liverpool House, which are well known Montreal institutions but which I, like many, had become familiar with via the late Anthony Bourdain. Liverpool House is also where Justin Trudeau once took Barrack Obama for dinner once. Joe Beef was filled up a few weeks in advance but I was able to snag a reservation for one at the bar on a Thursday evening at Liverpool House. & I figured, if it's good enough for Obama it should be OK for me. They have an often-changing menu that varies with the seasons, as well as some regular specialities. They are known for the lobster spaghetti so I had my mind on that going in, but seeing the market price on this day I decided it was just too rich for my blood. I considered the Pork Belly Normandy briefly but, in the end., went with the French bistro classic of steak frites, medium-rare. As an aside, I have decided to try to switch my steak preference from medium to medium-rare, & this as the first time actioning this. While waiting for my dinner I accepted a recommendation for a nice glass of red, made small talk with my neighbor who seemed to work in the restaurant industry & know the staff here, & politely declined the offer to do a shot with them. My neighbour lamented the chef refused to make him a ham & cheese sandwich; I suggested he order it as a Croque Monsieur instead & he thought this may work. I'll handle the sides first. The veg was a wedge of lettuce dressed with a light vinaigrette. The dressing was good but, while it's popular in fancy restaurants, I find this a lazy way to make a salad. I'm not a big fry guy. These had some crisp & were well-salted, & with the mayo I enjoyed them. The steak was served sliced & in a sauce, & was cooked as ordered. It was flavourful & tasty & I savoured every bite. The simple things done well are enjoyable indeed. I'll try to be back my next time in Montreal for sure. A good meal to start my culinary long weekend.
Petit frère du célèbre Joe Beef, ce restaurant est un incontournable de la table montréalaise & du quartier de la Petite Bourgogne, qui regorge de plusieurs belles adresses gourmandes ( Joe Beef, le Vin Papillon, Patrice Pâtissier...). Les plats sont réconfortants & très généreux en goût & en taille. Je viens d'y retourner récemment & toujours aussi bon qu'il y'a 5 ans ! Le service était exceptionnel, merci à toute l'équipe ! Cuisine : ***** Ambiance : ***** Prix : **** Service : ***** + : la terrasse dans la cour arrière - on se croirait dans un restaurant de fruits de mer à Cape Cod Suggestions : - spaghetti au homard; - steak Liverpool mais demandez la cuisson saignant/medium - pour une occasion ou un souper entre gourmands
Food: Lobster spaghetti: Sauce is pretty good. However lobster tail have the texture of Rubber & claw is undercooked. Steak frites: salty, not much flavor otherwise Service: the guy is good, however this place is under stuff & i was going to tell him about the lobster issue but I guess he don't have time to come around. Also they charge tip on top of tax which I find crazy... Atmosphere: noisy- can't hear anything basically. Cramp in small spaces & trying not to knock over plates. Overall it would be okay for a 50 dollar restaurant but at this price point not worth it I would say
Fantastic meal shared with my friend from Venice. Oysters, main of black bass, fries (the best he's ever had). & that dessert... 5 stars indeed. Thank you Cecile & the reset of the service team for a great meal.
Bravo pour le service , le repas, très bien préparé, suffisamment copieux, original & en plus les desserts sont très bons, choses rare dans la restauration, manquait juste légèrement d éclairage aux tables
Feb 6, 2024
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J ai adoré mon expérience. Excellente sélection de vin . Le employés sont super sympathiques. L ambiance est parfaite. Nourriture exceptionnelle. J y retourne c'est certain.
Great seasonal menu, cozy atmosphere & delicious food. Very welcoming staff, & the wait time is very reasonable. The selection of wines are great for larger groups of friends, & for dates. Definitely recommend the seasonal seafood dishes & of course, the meat dishes. Will definitely return for a special occasion, or pay a visit to its sister restaurant, Joe Beef.
Incredibly dark in the restaurant, 70% of the diners using phone flashlights to read the menu. Dishes were hit or miss, the frog legs tasted fine but were full of tiny broken bones, sharp & difficult to eat. Some dishes were generously portioned, others were very small. Ordering sides separately seemed like a bit of a cash grab. Coworker was given a piece of pork belly with a 3 x 3 inch square of solid fat & wasn't thrilled, the kitchen told us that pork belly is'a fairly fatty cut of meat' which was somewhat insulting. Combined with the fact that the restaurant was incredibly dark & 70% of the customers were using flashlights to read the menu, you can't help but think that the ego of the kitchen overrides common sense. The service was fine & our waitress clearly tried her best in a tough situation. All in all, for what you're paying, the restaurant was a let down.
Had a wonderful time at Liverpool House! The food was fantastic, the atmosphere inviting, & the team super friendly. Service was top-notch. Highly recommend!
What a friendly bunch serving up fantastic food & drinks. Whether seafood or landfood you'll be impressed. Great food, drinks, atmosphere; would recommend to all visitors to Montreal. The team broadly was great but bar tender Matt stood out as a great host! Fab dinner. Eat here!
Le service était très ordinaire, nous nous sommes sentis comme un numéro dans une usine. Les plats sont vraiment peu consistants compte tenu du prix... Lumière très sombre , bref, pas une super expérience.
My wife & I had dinner there Saturday night & the food was delicious! The pork belly was tender with crisp skin. It was rich & salty. My wife had the cabbage with mushrooms which was surprisingly good for a vegetarian dish. We shared the market vegetables which were squash with butter & honey. I personally thought it tasted more like a dessert than a side dish but it was good none the less. My biggest criticism of this restaurant was that it is very dark. We used our phone flashlights to read the menue & when the dishes arrived we had trouble seing them. It looked like the chef payed a lot of attention to the details & it would have been nice to see what we were eating. I will probably try this place again.
