Local and fresh is the key in this kitchen filled with the finest Quebec products and the very best meat and fish. Maggie Oakes offers simple and artfully prepared dishes in a manner that showcases the quality and flavour of the ingredients. The dining room features a fully stocked raw bar, a dry-aging cabinet for AAA Canadian beef and an in-house vertical garden for herbs and sprouts.
Maggie Oakes is also available for your private events. Book our beautiful Bibliothèque private room, our bar for a cocktail, or our main dining room, in part or in its entirety, for a group breakfast, lunch or dinner. A variety of menus is available to meet your needs, along with the possibility of customized wine pairings for your event.
Maggie Oakes is widely appreciated for its exceptional food quality and inviting atmosphere, making it a standout destination in Old Montreal. Many visitors frequently praise the expertly prepared steaks and diverse menu options, noting that the dining experience is often enhanced by attentive and professional service. While some guests have noted occasional delays during busy periods, the majority of patrons highlight the warm, elegant decor and the restaurant's ability to accommodate various group sizes. Whether visiting for a celebratory dinner, a business lunch, or a casual weekend brunch, diners consistently recommend the establishment for its memorable service and high-quality ingredients.
We had a wonderful lunch experience here. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted & made to feel welcome.
The menu offered a fantastic variety of options to satisfy a more sophisticated palate. We came in looking for a lighter lunch, & our server was incredibly helpful in guiding us on portion sizes. I casually mentioned wanting some greens to accompany our meal, & she thoughtfully offered an off-menu salad option. That kind of attentive service & attention to detail was truly appreciated.
We decided on the charcuterie board & salmon tartare, & both were exceptional. The charcuterie board had a beautiful selection with the perfect balance of flavours & accompaniments, while the salmon tartare was fresh, flavourful, & beautifully prepared.
With excellent service, delicious food, & a beautiful patio setting in the heart of Montréal, this restaurant offers a fantastic experience & great value for the quality. We would happily return.
Good food, service, atmosphere. The menu is classic Grill fare done well. Moderately priced. I had the wedge salad, bison tartare, & beef fillet with fried & they were all delicious.
Jun 8, 2026
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Went for breakfast & had avacado toast on gluten free bread & two poached eggs. Could not have potatoes as they are not gluten free/celiac safe so they gave me salad instead.
Restaurant was nice, quiet, & a generally good spot to be in, but we waited nearly 1 hr before our order was taken & our total time was nearly 2.5 hours. Just too long for a relatively mediocre meal. Steak was good, but the salad, soup, bread, & dessert were pretty subpa
Un buffet de Pâques d'une qualité exceptionnelle, digne d'une grande table. On sent immédiatement le travail de chef derrière chaque plat : le menu est très recherché & propose des pièces gastronomiques que l'on ne retrouve pas habituellement en buffet, comme le superbe Saumon Wellington à la crème de bisque ou le Rôti de boeuf à la sauce porcini, absolument savoureux.
La présentation des stations est soignée & invite à la découverte, des salades créatives (oranges poivrées, betteraves à la crème) jusqu'au plateau de fromages du Québec & la magnifique station de mignardises & macarons. Le rapport qualité-prix est excellent compte tenu de la finesse des produits & du travail en cuisine. Une expérience gourmande haut de gamme, complétée par un service impeccable
Just had a lovely dinner at Maggie Oakes. Pascal, Emil, & the gentleman who welcomed us were professional & attentive. The food was delicious (Maggie's cheeseburger & sesame crusted salmon, salad & dessert), & the service from all members of the team was excellent. Would definitely go again when in the area.
Dining at this restaurant is always a pleasure. I selected this place to introduce my friends to one of Montreal's hidden gems, & once again, it exceeded all expectations. Despite the heavy rain outside, the staff remained kind, attentive, & welcoming throughout our visit.
We started our evening with cocktails & wine in the central lounge, which offered a cozy, intimate setting. Although we arrived without a reservation, one of the managers accommodated us, providing a table in a particularly special spot near the vertical garden. The seating was comfortable, & the lighting was just right, enhancing the overall ambiance.
Our waitress was friendly & attentive from the moment we sat down. The restaurant's atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between modern & elegant, making it suitable for any occasion. The music played at a perfect volume, allowing for easy conversation.
As always, the food was outstanding. Every dish was crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients, & the variety of desserts was the perfect conclusion to our meal. The service was impeccable, with the staff going above & beyond to ensure we had an exceptional experience.
I will definitely be returning & highly recommend the Steak Bavette, Salmon Tartare, the tropical cocktail, & of course, the desserts.
Updated reviews, December 2025
Christmas dinner with the team.
Once again, we enjoyed a wonderful business dinner at a restaurant we truly love. From the moment we arrived, the experience was exceptional. The warm, welcoming atmosphere combined with the modern décor immediately set the tone for a memorable evening.
Being asked where we preferred to sit made us feel genuinely valued-having that choice is all about comfort. Continuing our now-established tradition during business dinners, we were welcomed with glasses of sparkling wine upon arrival.
We began with a selection of the house specialty cocktails, the perfect way to open our appetites. Sacha, the restaurant director, was, as always, friendly, attentive, & meticulous, ensuring that every detail contributed to an outstanding experience.
For starters, we shared popcorn shrimp, salmon tartare, chicken Caesar salad, & grilled tuna tataki-each dish was delicious & beautifully presented. For the main courses, we chose the grilled salmon, steak baguette, & cod. Every plate was flawlessly presented, with each dish cooked to perfection.
To finish, we enjoyed a perfectly curated dessert selection, offering both variety & indulgence-the ideal way to close the evening.
The service was impeccable throughout the night, consistently attentive & always ready to assist, whether refilling water or suggesting another drink.
Highly recommended for a special dinner-100% satisfaction guaranteed!
This place is a 10/10 for breakfast. We also ordered room service & got the salmon tartare & Cesare salad for lunch too & it was incredible. Laurianne was amazing for brunch- request her!
Really good food & the our server was really attentive. We enjoyed the bread starter & the steak was exquisite! We also enjoyed the Caesar salad which was deconstructed & different from any I've had before! We really enjoyed our meal, but at some points we did feel as if we were looked down on as a group of younger women in a posher place.
