Ma Mère en Feu

Talula

5.0

Food is always delicious. Plating is quite well done which feels unexpected but then you find out the team has worked/ run high end restaurants. I'm still dreaming about the Newfoundland potato - definitely a must try.

Hernan

3.0

Burger was great, but everything else sucked. First of all, what a confusing place to order. There's barely a name outside to identify the restaurant, only some old small letters that are peeling off. Then you enter & it's not clear at all where to order or pay. No indications are written anywhere & the employees won't even look at you unless you directly address them, even if you're in front of them. Then there's the awful fuel smell outside while they're grilling. & you're supposed to eat while that disgusting & toxic chemical is being burnt right next to you. & then the price: $30 (with taxes & tip) for a single burger (which was pretty good) with a few small diced potatoes & half a portion of coleslaw. In this economy? Sorry, but not coming back.

Julien

4.0

Ma Mère en Feu is a burger joint located inside of a record store/cafe. I found myself confused upon entry as did every other customer I saw enter but you quickly find your bearings. The menu was well curated & minimalist, with a large selection of craft beer/cider & wine. I ordered the Chris de Burger.

The burger was well balanced. Pickles taste as if they're made in house. Brioche bun was nicely toasted & not too sweet. Beef was juicy & well seasoned just as I like, there was a unique smoky flavor as well. House sauce was classic'burger sauce' recipe but was generously applied to both buns & spread all the way out to the corners.

The sides were well thought out & a refreshing change from fries. What looked like a classic non-creamy coleslaw surprised me with mustard seeds & chopped mint among cabbage, red onion & carrot. Bright citrus notes played with the mustard & brought a great acidity. Potato cakes were good but a bit dry. I got the impression they had been recently reheated, hopefully not in a microwave. Sour cream & green onion servings were generous though.

I decided to sit in the record store portion of the venue as the burger side only had one large table & a couple bar seats in front of the kitchen. Latin r&b played on a beefy sound system as employees flipped through records right next to me. Was a very enjoyable ambiance as a solo diner.

I would recommend Ma Mère en Feu to those looking for an unconventional, elevated burger experience. Could be a great date spot if you're a music enjoyer.

Andrea

5.0

The burger was delicious, & the coleslaw & mashed potatoes were just as good. Gin & tonics for $8? Absolutely. The place has that real OG Montreal vibe-one of the last hidden gems on this side of town. But the highlight was definitely the service. Daniel was so cool & friendly. He made us feel like we were hanging out in his living room while he cooked for us. Such a great spot, with even better people!