A vegan and vegetarian restaurant serving botanical cuisine. LOV is a vision. An obsession and desire to go back to basics. We celebrate what the Earth gives us in each of our dishes, in all of our creations. Learn more about our approach to, and perspective on, food.
LOV is widely regarded as a standout plant-based spot in downtown Montreal, praised for its cozy, stylish ambiance and attentive service. The menu is celebrated for creative vegan and vegetarian dishes, colorful bowls, dumplings, arancini, and a varied drinks list that includes flavorful mocktails. Many reviewers highlight breakfast and brunch options like the energy bowl and tofu Benedict, though a few note that some dishes can be hit or miss and portions or prices can feel steep. The dining room is described as photo-friendly and upscale yet comfortable, making it a popular choice for dates and celebrations. Dietary accommodations, including gluten-free options, are frequently appreciated. There are some criticisms about slow service, inconsistent pacing, or dishes arriving tepid or under-seasoned, and a few mentions of value concerns or menu changes. Overall, LOV is seen as a strong pick for vegetarians, vegans, and curious diners seeking inventive plant-based cuisine, with notable flavors and presentation but with occasional service fluctuations.
Fui pela primeira vez ao restaurante para o dia de Sao Valentim com a minha companheira e devo dizer que fiquei surpreendido pelo lado negativo.
Chegamos às 7:15 e fomos bem atendidos, as bebidas chegaram 25 min depois, lento mas nao assim tao grave, o menu era composto por 4 pratos (todos que posso deduzir que já estariam prontos a confecionar, sou cozinheiro à 10 anos e sei muito bem como uma cozinha funciona) para receber a sopa foram mais 20 minutos e para as entradas 20 minutos a mais (e todas as dozes era minúsculas🫤) passados mais nao sei quantos minutos recebi o meu risotto (estava muito bom🤌🏻) mas para melhorar a situaçao o prato da minha namorada demorou mais 10 minutos a chegar, impensável levar apenas um prato para uma mesa sobretudo no dia de Sao Valentim, enfim.
A sobremesa fois um brownie que honestamente era uma dose para uma pessoa apenas, houveram mais pontos a dizer sobre o serviço mais nao quero escrever um testamento😂. Para concluir, a comida era boa e acredito que pelas reviews o restaurante é muito bom mas devo dizer que se devem organizar melhor para inventos como este pois acho impossível cometer estas falhas sobretudo com um menu fácil como o de ontem.
My fiancée & I celebrated our engagement dinner here, & it was the perfect choice. The lighting was romantic, the tables were lovely, & the food was fantastic. We ordered the arancini, the carbonara, & the risotto, & we inhaled everything. The carbonara in particular was a standout-that mushroom sauce recipe could be in a vault & guarded 24/7. Thank you to the entire staff for the wonderful, thoughtful experience!
Jan 13, 2026
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From start to finish, a wonderful experience. Great selection of wines. The dumplings & risotto were delicious & warming. Great portion sizes. Waitress was very friendly & made for a wonderful service. One of the best espresso martinis I have had in my life - the cardamom was a lovely & unique touch & paired very well with their brownie. Will absolutely be returning.
The service was impeccable & the food was amazing! I had a mushroom risotto dish as my main & crème brûlée for dessert … both were vegan & completely dreamy! I hope to get back here soon.
We had the truffle risotto, the Cari Coco bowl, the brownie, & the crème brûlée - everything was delicious! The crème brûlée was the best we've ever had. The service was good, though the dining room was a bit cold.
Cauliflower appetizer was amazingggggg. Carbonara is def more beefy than bacon-y but still good. Fish tacos were excellent. Risotto also super delicious, but more like congee than risotto. Overall everything was super yummy I was pleasantly surprised.
Sep 24, 2025
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Very sad experience. My dish arrived 25 min earlier than my friend, & we had to eat separated. I had the mushroom risotto & the taste was pure black pepper & no salt at all. I don't recommend.
We had the risotto & the raviolis, & had the mushroom toast appetizer. The food was all good, especially the appetizer. Although we thought the mains were a bit bland in terms of flavor. The drinks were really good! As for the atmosphere & the service, it was all 5stars.
The place is very cute & the staff is very polite & attentive. For starters we had the onion soup & the faux salmon tartare & both were really good, especially the salmon tartare was AMAZING! The fish tacos were also really good but they looked a bit sad & the fries were just average. The mushrooms risotto was also very good! Overall we had a great dinner & would definitely come again to try more ☺️
Dec 28, 2024
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This place is a vegan gem! The menu is creative & diverse, with something for everyone-even non-vegans would love it. I tried caramari fries, buffalo cauliflower wings & the mushroom risotto & were absolutely delicious. Everything was fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. The atmosphere is warm & inviting, & the staff are knowledgeable & welcoming. Whether you're vegan or just curious, this is a must-visit spot. I can't wait to come back & try more dishes
I wanna give more than 5 stars to this phenomenal hip-chic vegan restaurant because I feel it deserves more than just a 4.4 average. Everything about this restaurant was absolutely fantastic-from the aesthetics to the service to the food. If you come for lunch, you basically get an appetizer for free! (1100-1430) I came here for the mushroom risotto & it did not disappoint. How can this be vegan? That's what I kept asking myself. Find out for yourself & come on over!
Great vegetarian/vegan restaurant in downtown Montreal. Several of their dishes have both vegan & vegetarian versions. The space is very cute & the noise level isn't bad for a romantic dinner. My wife got the vegetarian truffle mushroom risotto which was excellent. I had the coconut curry with butternut squash on rice with cashews & cilantro which I enjoyed immensely. The brownie dessert could have been better hence the one star reduction. It was over cooked & hard in spots. But overall I'll definitely return next time I'm the city.
Oct 5, 2024
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Had the oyster mushroom risotto - just WOW!!! delish appetizers & the key lime coconut cheesecake was INCREDIBLE. nice staff & lovely ambiance. can't wait to go back.
Amazing food, always fresh & innovating ! I don't drink, but they can easily turn most of their drinks into cocktails & they are delicious! Risotto & dumplings are amazing too!
