Monday

Closed

Tuesday

5 pm - 10 pm

Wednesday

5 pm - 10 pm

Thursday

5 pm - 10 pm

Friday

5 pm - 10 pm

Saturday

5 pm - 10 pm

Sunday

5 pm - 10 pm

Maestro S.V.P is widely praised for its seafood focus, especially oysters, with reviewers calling the oyster selection among the best in Montreal and noting flavors from shrimp and octopus to lobster dishes and lobster mac and cheese. The atmosphere is described as lively, warm, and intimate, with friendly, attentive service and the owner often cited as a welcoming, knowledgeable presence who enhances the experience. Several diners highlight creative touches like octopus with maple citrus and ceviche, and the tapas style offerings that invite trying a variety of dishes. While most feedback is glowing, a few readers mention high prices and occasional delays or a tipping policy that felt forced, and some note that the owner is retiring soon, encouraging visits before the closure. Taken together, the reviews portray Maestro S.V.P as a standout, unique seafood spot with generous portions, a memorable personal touch, and strong recommendations for oyster lovers and those seeking a vibrant Montreal dining experience, albeit at a premium.

Reviews for Maestro S.V.P

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Wahida

2.0

Food was not the best & super expensive

Feb 3, 2026

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RickPar-2333

1 Review

5.0

Maestro SVP restaurant on st Laurent St is one of my favorite restaurant in Montreal 👍 Ilene Polanski is a class act & the food is out of this world! Service is outstanding... Sad to hear that she will close after 34 years 😭5 Stars in every categories 🙏 cheers Rick P

Jan 30, 2026

Marge

Best oysters ever!!! We were lucky to come across this restaurant. Ilene is very personable & sweet! Even gave us a ride back to our hotel with a mini tour. She & the delicious oysters were a highlight of our trip. Highly recommended!

Jan 2, 2026

Zeppelin

PINK, this restaurant is so pink. & the oysters are like kissing god on the lips.

Dec 31, 2025

Lizzy

A truly delicious seafood spot with incredible options & a wonderful, friendly owner. The grilled shrimp with maple & goat cheese was especially incredible. Highly recommend!

Dec 21, 2025

John

Fantastic seafood resto. Too bad the owner is retiring in early 2026

Dec 2, 2025

Marc-André

Oyster poutine, & everything else we tried 5/5 🙌 & great service, will go back again 🙂

Nov 29, 2025

Marie

Excellent restaurant ou tout est succulent du début à la fin...on va essayer de revenir avant la fermeture en mars...service impeccable .....

Nov 14, 2025

Peter

4.0

Great oysters & seafood

Nov 12, 2025

MICHAEL

3.0

Not quite impressive the staff forced us to pay a particular percentage tip against our wish.

Oct 29, 2025

Will

This place is simply lovely. Decided to eat here with my partner because we really wanted good seafood & it did not disappoint. The owner is super sweet & was very fun to chat with! While chatting we learned that she is closing after 34 years. Huge bummer!! PLEASE check this place out while you can & try a bit of everything! You will never forget it.

Oct 25, 2025

Sylvie

La chaudrée de palourdes, juste miam. Ja fait livrer.

Oct 10, 2025

Kelsy

Great hospitality! Great oysters. A must stop when in Montreal. Thank you!

Oct 5, 2025

Julie

Wonderful service, great food. Just look at the photos & don't tell me that you don't want seafood right now!

Sep 30, 2025

Catherine

Meilleur endroit pour savourer des huîtres, un mac&cheese au homard, une guedille au homard & une bruschetta succulente! Tout est parfait & délicieux!!

Sie

Great way to end your trip with a bang. Overall great experience!

Sep 9, 2025

20XXL

Had a great time & a great meal! Can not recommend it enough.

Monica

Try the dessert shot & thank me later. Cheers !

Sep 2, 2025

Dany

OMG! Best birthday dinner ever 🦪🥂 !
COME BEFORE Ilenne RETIRES!

Greta

Such a great spot in Montreal! Drinks snacks atmosphere 10/10!! 😍😍

Aug 30, 2025

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