Overall, Marcus Restaurant + Lounge is seen as an upscale, stylish destination with a vibrant ambiance and generally attentive service, where the seafood tower, pasta and other refined dishes are praised and wine and dessert selections often stand out, but reviews warn that prices are high and portions can be small, with reports of meals that are bland, overcooked, or not as refined as expected, and occasional slow or inconsistent service, plus a loud or busy atmosphere at times; despite these mixed notes, many guests rate it among the top spots in Montreal and remember memorable experiences thanks to hospitality and ambiance, while others caution that value may not always match the cost.
I had such an exquisite dining experience here. I made a reservation for the chef's tasting at the chef's counter, & from the moment I arrived, the team already knew my name & immediately seated me.
Sitting at the counter gives you an intimate view into everything happening in the kitchen. The energy was fast-paced & precise-it honestly felt like I was inside an episode of The Bear.
The chef curated an incredible five-course tasting, & the sommelier paired each course with wines that complemented everything perfectly. I won't even try to list every dish because I honestly don't remember them all. The menu isn't fixed, & I imagine each experience is a little different. I was too busy enjoying every bite & soaking in the experience to focus on memorizing details.
Ken took exceptional care of me from start to finish, making sure I was comfortable & that every course met the moment. The chef also came over to chat, which made the experience feel even more personal.
Nous avions pris un verre ainsi que des shooters au lounge du Marcus ce dimanche. Du début à la fin, le service de Janie a été très impoli & peu professionnel.
Aucun sourire, une attitude nonchalante, & elle revenait constamment aux cinq minutes pour nous demander de recommander alors que nos verres étaient encore pleins. Nous avons ressenti une forte pression à consommer davantage, malgré des cocktails déjà à 40 $ & un billet d'entrée à 50 $.
À la fin de la soirée, alors qu'une voiture nous attendait en bas, nous avons simplement redemandé la facture & elle nous a répondu en nous levant le ton & en nous faisant une lecture sur l'étiquette à avoir autour d'elle. Ce manque de professionnalisme & de courtoisie est vraiment décevant pour un établissement de ce niveau.
The food & service are spectacular however, it is quite expensive, & what you order makes a big difference. The first time I went, the food was quite unpleasant, so choosing the right dishes really matters.
My sister & I came for my birthday dinner & we genuinely felt treated like princesses all night!! Every single server was kind, attentive & welcoming. One of the servers even let us taste different wines since we weren't sure what to choose, which was such a sweet touch!
I also have severe nut & peanut allergies, & for the first time ever at a restaurant, I truly felt safe eating. The servers & chefs took my allergies seriously with so much care & kindness, & they even made me a dessert I could safely enjoy!! It honestly meant so much to me because I'm usually too scared to order dessert anywhere.
The food, service & atmosphere were all incredible. Thank you so much for making my birthday so special ❤?
May 16, 2026
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Marcus at the Four Seasons is where I'd go to find my future ex-wife if my drop-shipping empire took off - the kind of room where everyone looks like they just walked out of a casting call for HBO's The White Lotus. I saw more eye candy in two hours than I have in twenty Drake music videos. If you're looking to brunch in style & rub elbows with Montreal's finest baddies while pretending you didn't just check your bank account in the Uber on the way over, Marcus is IT.
Let us turn our attention to the cinnamon rolls, which appear innocently on the brunch dessert menu as if they are not about to commit a federal crime against your self-control. These are not cinnamon rolls. These are what would happen if Cinnabon went to finishing school in Paris, married into old money, & never looked back. Warm, glazed like a Brazzers movie, architecturally swirled, & so dangerously good that I genuinely considered asking if I could order a second round & pretend the first one never happened. Cinnabon built an empire on cinnamon rolls served in airport food courts next to a Taco Bell. Marcus serves theirs in a Four Seasons dining room overlooking Golden Square Mile alongside people who moisturize professionally. The gap is spiritual. You're paying for the ambiance as much as the avocado toast - but when the ambiance includes this food, this service, & this concentration of beautiful people per square foot, it's not a brunch, it's an investment in your self-esteem.
It's so rude for a waitress to stop me & my friend at the elevator asking whether we had paid the bill - when we had already paid a long time ago. It was embarrassing, unnecessary, & honestly made the whole dining experience feel uncomfortable. Customers deserve to be treated with basic respect & professionalism.
Marcus Restaurant + Terrace fidèle à sa réputation côté ambiance, mais le brunch de groupe à 80 $ était franchement ordinaire : oeufs bénédictine sur pain banal, aucune verdure, thé à 12 $. On vient dépenser 2500-3000 $ pour une fête & on se fait créer un micro-problème parce qu'on apporte un bouquet de pivoines à 120 $, calmatos. Au moins, le DJ était excellent.
Nous étions un groupe de 22 personnes & l'expérience a été très décevante, surtout pour un établissement censé être l'un des meilleurs restaurants de Montréal & situé au Four Seasons. Un seul serveur pour tout le groupe : résultat, plus d'une heure d'attente pour recevoir nos plats. Le service était totalement désorganisé & la nourriture, très ordinaire pour un endroit de ce niveau.
Honnêtement, je m'attendais à une expérience haut de gamme, mais ce n'était absolument pas le cas.
We weren't staying at this hotel, but popped in for a drink before dinner & sat at the bar. The passion fruit cocktail was very good & so was the Amber beer. Service was decent. I liked the complimentary almonds & olives.
This is a busy spot, so it can be a bit loud with the talking & the music they have playing.
Overall, my experience was that the drinks here were good, but overpriced. Saying that, I will not be surprised if my wife suggests we return for another one of those passion fruit cocktails.
Showed up for a 915 reservation & the table wasn't ready. So they asked us to go have drinks in the lounge while we wait. The wait ended up being an hour. We weren't happy at all as there was no gesture to make it right.... Until the end. & they definitely did make it right.
Service food & ambiance here are incredible from start to finish. Will definitely be returning.
The music was too loud, making it difficult to have a comfortable conversation. The food was very average & didn't stand out given the price point. The ambiance also felt a bit off & not as refined or cohesive as expected.
Decent experience, but not one I would rush to repeat.
I've been to this place multiple times, & unfortunately the service from the bartender has been consistently disappointing. Each time, I've had to wait 15-20 minutes just to receive a menu, even while standing directly in front of him. I've noticed that I was being ignored despite being clearly visible.
When I finally asked for a menu, the response was cold & unwelcoming. This kind of attitude has happened on several occasions, which makes the experience feel disrespectful & uncomfortable.
Basic courtesy & professionalism should be expected, & sadly that has not been my experience here. If You don't like your job. DONT WORKK!!!!!
