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Maison Boulud

Located in the The Ritz-Carlton, Montreal
Downtown
4.6$$$ & $$$$
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Maison Boulud Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
RegionalFrenchMediterraneanTartareBreakfastBrunchFine Dining / UpscaleGreat selection of wines
Honorary president of the 2007 Montreal High Lights Festival, Chef Boulud has established ties and a longstanding affinity with Montreal. “I'm French by birth but have made North America my home for almost three decades. As a chef and restaurateur, my approach definitely bridges both European and North American traditions. This is not unlike what so appeals to me about Montreal, a city that embodies this mix of cultures perfectly and makes me feel I'm not far from my own home town of Lyon,” he added.

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Located in the The Ritz-Carlton, Montreal

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Reviews for Maison Boulud

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on Google4.5 (1300+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Reviews describe Maison Boulud as an elegant, refined setting with impeccable service and beautifully presented French cuisine, often complemented by a warm atmosphere and a pleasant garden or terrace. The food is frequently praised for technical precision, balance and thoughtful detail, with highlights including seafood, foie gras and desserts, and the madeleines at the end commonly noted as a delightful finish. Brunch and lunch experiences are sometimes criticized for uneven quality, with some dishes feeling less inventive, lacking seasoning or accompaniment, and value or portion size questioned given the price. Service is often described as attentive and professional, though a few reviews report slower or inconsistent service in busy periods. The ambience and wine or cocktail lists are typically complimented, though prices are frequently mentioned as high. In sum, the dining experience is regarded as memorable and refined with standout presentation, but readers are reminded of variability and cost.
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We had an amazing experience at Maison Boulud!
Staff were very hands on, attentive, welcoming & friendly.

Food was delicious & beautifully presented.
The fondant au chocolat was one of the best I've ever had!!! They treated us with warm fresh out of the oven mini madeleine as a birthday treat & there were just perfect!.
A must try restaurant!

Sep 26, 2025
on Google

Incredible brunch. 5 stars all around. Excellent food & perfect service.

Sep 24, 2025
on Google

Amazing!

Sep 24, 2025
on Google

Une très bonne adresse où il fait bon passer du temps dehors, dans le patio, quand la météo le permet. La cuisine est raffinée : le gaspacho, la tomate, ancestrale, ou encore le fondant au chocolat sont des incontournables! & le service est à l'image de l'enseigne : impeccable

Sep 23, 2025
on Google

High-end food that tastes as good as it looks. The execution is pure perfection.(Photos from 2023.)

Sep 3, 2025
on Google
5.0

J'y étais pour un dîner d'affaires & l'expérience fut remarquable. Les plats, à la fois savoureux & finement présentés, témoignent d'un grand raffinement culinaire & d'une belle mise en valeur des produits du terroir québécois.

Le service était irréprochable : attentif sans être intrusif, professionnel tout en demeurant chaleureux. J'ai particulièrement apprécié le jardin à l'arrière, un écrin de verdure qui offre une atmosphère paisible & élégante au coeur de la ville.

Maison Boulud conjugue avec justesse gastronomie, service & cadre exceptionnel. Une adresse incontournable, aussi bien pour les affaires que pour les moments d'exception.

Sep 3, 2025
on Google

We frequently go to Maison Bolud for special occasions)3-4tumes a year) I have shared in the past the beef rib steak for 2 people scallops & short ribs. This past visit on August 28/25 was not good I ordered the Halibut. Which was over cooked & the vegetables were tough . The dessert had raspberries which was good but there was a cone with raspberry which was very sour. A colleague had a tomato & rice dessert he said was not good also . I let the server know about the fish but she dismissed it . We won't be returning unless we want to have a beef dish . Our bill was $700 for 4 not worth it for overcooked fish

Aug 31, 2025
on Google

We were transported back in time to when my husband was here when he was much younger- the maitre d fit us in the day we called & we had the best table in the house. Y the duck pond. Gatten didn't miss a beat- from a fantastic food gras to our lobster Caesar & lobster black truffle risotto /. We were too full for dessert but left with hot Madeline's.. you know you are in a 5star restaurant when bread is incredible & we knew it the moment he brought the bread to us

Aug 31, 2025
on Google

Maison Boulud serves an excellent three course lunch for a mere 50 CAD. Five options to choose as a starter & main, & two as a dessert.

They also have an exquisite wine list, which is rather expensive, but if you explore the list you can find very good affordable wines.

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

Phenomenal food.
Service was so so.

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

Great food & friendly staff. Sommelier on site with suggestions for every taste.

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

Belle expérience chez Maison Boulud qui vaut à mon avis un 4.5/5. Le cadre est magnifique, élégant, chaleureux & on a eu l'opportunité de manger sur le jardin du Ritz-Carlton. Le service était impeccable, professionel avec une belle discrétion du personnel qui améliorait l'expérience. De plus, le service a été attentionner en portant un jolie geste envers nous en nous offrant des madelaines pour souligner notre anniversaire de mariage. Les plats sont raffinés & bien présentés rappelant la gastronomie française avec une touche moderne mise de l'avant dans les restaurants Boulud. La pieuvre grillée était bien cuite mais manquait un peu de caractère, l'assaisonnement était discret. Le foie gras de canard était de bonne qualité, gouteux & bien mis en valeur par la présentation. Mention spécial à la qualité du pain servis à volonté avec un beurre & focaccia maison. Ça a été un plus lorsque est venu le temps du foie gras. Pour ce qui est des plats principaux, la Caille Royale était tendre & savoureuse avec son jus à la cerise. L'agneau de Kamouraska était bien exécuté, avec une cuisson parfaite & bien accompagné avec les ravioli d'épaule. Cependant, les courgettes farcies à la ratatouille était décevante, il manquait ce goût riche des tomates & poivrons & les arômes des herbes. C'est pour ces raisons que j'enlèverai une étoile & demi. Globalement, l'expérience à Maison Boulud était excellente & je recommander fortement à tout le monde d'y faire un tour & de vivre une belle aventure culinaire.

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

Beautiful terrace with lovely garden views. Expensive furniture inside create a lovely date atmosphere.

Highly recommend spot for a lunch or dinner date.

Aug 24, 2025
on Google

We went there for our anniversary! The atmosphere is enjoyable!Friendly staff.

Aug 22, 2025
on Google

One of Montreal's most elite restaurants, this establishment has also been awarded a Michelin star for 2025. It's an excellent choice for business dinners.

Aug 12, 2025
on Google

We dined at Maison Boulud, & our experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the beautiful outdoor space, to the incredible service, & the fantastic food. Our waiter Julien was absolutely phenomenal - friendly, knowledgeable & efficient. The entire wait staff was wonderful. I can honestly say it was the best service we've had in Montreal in years. Bonus points for the personalized message on our dessert to celebrate our anniversary! We will definitely be back very soon!

Aug 10, 2025
on Google
5.0

Came here for both their lunch special & their dinner tasting menu.

The lunch special is definitely worth it. For 50$, you get an entree, a main meal & a dessert along with their bread service & their madeleine at the end. Everything is fresh & delicious.

Their dinner menu has more services but is also way more expensive.

The inside is beautiful & it's the perfect place for a nice meal with friends & family.

Aug 5, 2025
on Google
5.0

Our party of 4 had a wonderful evening at the infamous maison boulud in Montreal
The service was impeccable
The food delicious & perfectly presented. We were expecting small portions but we were wrong, portions were perfect.

We had a table in the beautiful garden & the weather was ideal to sit out & enjoy a great meal.
The glass room & indoor restaurant seatings were full as well.

Staff was so friendly & accommodating.
Beautiful smiles & greetings from the hostess right at the entrance to a friendly & personalized service from our waitress Lina. Very hands on & attentive.
A must try, we strongly recommend this restaurant.

Aug 5, 2025
on Google
5.0

Exceptionnel. Cuisine haut de gamme. Mais, au delà, on a goûté à un monde auquel nous n'appartenons pas mais où nous sommes immédiatement sentis faire parti. Julien notre serveur était connaisseur compréhensif , accommodant, il a fait des miracles avec les restrictions alimentaires. Il était drôle, naturel, parfait. La sommelière a trouvé LE vin qui contentait toues les préférences contradictoires tout en restant dans nos gammes. Soirée exceptionnelle.

Aug 3, 2025
on Google

Un très grand merci à Thomas & à toutes l'équipe, au chef & assistant chef, c'était incroyablement délicieux & le service encore mieux!
Nous venons a chaque année pour célébrer notre anniversaire de mariage & nous appréciions votre gentillesse & bon service :)
Merci
Encore revenue
Merci Roman !!

Aug 3, 2025
on Google