Maestro S.V.P. on the trendy St-Laurent Boulevard in Montreal's Le Plateau area is specialized in seafood. The Chef creates daily adventures with thier new cuisine du marché concept. Their Maestro Platter, for example, is filled with their specialties: clams, king crab, steamed mussels, coconut shrimps, bruschetta, maestro calamari, lobster, chicken, shrimp satays and their accompanying five sauces.
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.
My husband were visiting Montreal for our first time from Vancouver. We decided to try Maestro SVP because of the close proximity to our hotel & also the vibe. The food was thoughtfully prepared & delicious! We will definitely return on our next visit.
May 26, 2024
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What a great find! We searched online for a place for dinner & are glad we came. The oysters were magnifique & the drinks were cheap. We recommend the shrimp piri-piri & the clam chowder. Friendly staff & great prices.
First, as an aspiring chef, it is abundantly clear that the chef of this restaurant has perfected his recipes. We enjoyed the mussels w/ a white wine, leek, & carrot broth - which was out of this world. The freshness of the mussels accompanied by the savory & bright seafood broth was spectacular. We also enjoyed the creamy seafood pasta, which you can tell also has the infused seafood broth in the cream sauce. Incredible. Additionally, you can tell the seafood is fresh - not frozen. This restaurant pays attention to detail & has also kept up with the times (which is tough to do - shoutout to ownership!), as it has been open more than 30 years. We were very satisfied & look forward to coming back next time we're in Montreal (first timers!) Lastly, Ilene is the best! She gave us incredible advice on spots to hit up on our visit but most of all she's just an all-around sweet person. Thank you, Ilene. Best wishes!
Nous avons adoré! C'était chaleureux comme ambiance. Nous avons adoré la propriétaire je crois, qui est clairement à sa place! Les prix sont abordable pour la haute qualité des plats. Un nouveau coup de foudre ajoutée à notre liste!
