Lucille's Au Marché delivers a specialized culinary experience centered on the authentic flavors of the sea. The menu emphasizes fresh, sustainably sourced maritime ingredients prepared with technical precision to highlight natural textures. Diners encounter a selection of classic seafood preparations ranging from buttery lobster rolls to delicate shellfish platters arranged for purity of flavor. The establishment maintains a streamlined focus on oceanic bounty, ensuring that every plate reflects a commitment to quality aquatic products. High-quality marine proteins take center stage, supported by seasonal accompaniments that enhance rather than overshadow the primary ingredients. This approach ensures a consistent delivery of maritime staples in a setting designed for efficiency and ingredient-focused nourishment. The result is a straightforward, ingredient-driven menu that prioritizes the integrity of each maritime component while maintaining a clear and accessible culinary identity.
Lucille's Au Marché is a vibrant and iconic destination located along the scenic Lachine Canal, celebrated for its beautiful Art Deco architecture and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors appreciate the wide variety of high-quality goods, including fresh local produce, artisanal cheeses, premium meats, and delicious baked goods from reputable bakeries. The market serves as a wonderful cultural hub where the community can enjoy gourmet prepared meals, floral displays, and seasonal outdoor dining, making it a perfect spot for both daily grocery shopping and relaxing afternoon strolls. With its friendly vendors and charming setting, it remains a beloved Montreal landmark that offers a delightful experience for food enthusiasts and families alike.
It's an overrated tourist trap. Don't bother with the few fastfood stalls at the begining of the market --even though the first one is recommended by our travel book, the equality looks appealing, at least on the day we visited. Instead, get sandwiches at the last two establishment at the very end. Also, the beat salads are good. You have a nice picnic with the canal view.
Nice market next to the canal, & there is a great range of meats etc on the second floor. The open air market was not as diverse as Jean Talon, but this is a nice stop too for a relaxed day - pick up some snacks or food or drinks & head over to the canal to chill out.
Un marché de fruits & légumes, ainsi que de nombreux autres produits, se trouve au bord du pittoresque canal Lachine. Ce lieu animé & coloré est particulièrement prisé pendant la saison estivale, attirant de nombreux visiteurs venus profiter de la fraîcheur des produits locaux & de l'ambiance vibrante du marché.
An iconic Art Deco municipal market opened in 1933 along the scenic Lachine Canal, featuring a striking central clock tower designed by architects Ludger & Paul Lemieux.
Great spot for fresh everything & yummy treats. Flowers & plants, fresh meats & cheeses from local artisans. Fresh produce & much more. I love riding along Lachine canal & stopping in for lunch just a perfect spot.
A beautiful 1930s Art Deco indoor & outdoor public market sitting right along the scenic Lachine Canal.
The Vibe: Quintessentially French-Canadian, cozy, & vibrant, featuring a prominent clock tower & long rows of wooden stalls laden with flowers & maple goods.
The Food: It is a wonderland for artisanal bakeries & local meats. In the summer, the outdoor courtyard turns into a massive culinary hub with local food trucks serving gourmet poutine, wood-fired pizzas, & fresh-pressed cider.
I am seduced at the moment by people reading previous reviews of mine so I put forward one more.
Visually the Marche Atwater is a kaleidoscope of stalls of fresh fruit & vegetables,flowers, character vendors of Quebec agriculture,food novelties, homemade initiatives,meat cuts of artisan design, sophisticated cheeses for every pallet of wine, a Quebec icon bakery & a mini Marche of foodie restos that bring forth Montreal's daytime joie de vivre where picnic table style eating is hugely popular with both people watchers & wasps trying to get in on the exotic food smells.
The Atwater Market is a landmark of Montreal culture & a gateway to the Lachine Canal where every mode of movement except cars is present & where the gentrification of both sides of the canal represents a positive visual development in our history.
Prices at the Atwater market are not cheap. I buy my coffee & Epicurean gifts there but am guilty of wandering to the nearby Super C for specials & the occasional consumable when I can't get to Costco.
Marche Atwater is a seasonal experience. In the moment the spirit of Christmas greets the dampness & sometimes sunny cold of this November.
Gone is the hullabaloo of the good summer food court. The smell of pine is a degustation by itself
summer is coming & the foodie site is quickly being reassembled for another year of tummy favorites & eye balling
