Molenne is a Montreal brasserie created for every occasion: a drink with friends, a light meal, a birthday celebration, a morning coffee, a business lunch, or more festive events with champagne and caviar.
Molenne is widely praised as a refined, seafood focused dining spot in Mile End where seasonal ingredients and creative preparations shine, the open kitchen and warm, contemporary bistro vibe adding to the memorable experience, while the service is consistently attentive and friendly and the wine and cocktail program earns praise. Dishes like the scallop crudo, razor clams, cod in shiitake broth, and the Lamb Brick are highlighted as standout, with other plates showing both innovation and great quality, though a few reviews note small portions for the price, occasional slow pacing or missteps such as over-salted salads or items arriving together and a few dishes not fully meeting expectations. Overall Molenne is described as a must try, frequently compared favorably to Montreal's best, with strong recommendations to reserve ahead and to explore the menu, drinks, and local produce.
Souper en couple au bar le week-end. Belle atmosphère au bar & resto cosy & super bien décoré, définitivement une belle ambiance. Service attentionné & impeccable, bravo. Malheureusement j'ai été un peu déçu de la plupart des plats, belle finitions & présentations mais les plats manquent de punch, mauvais accords entre les ingrédients. Dommage que les plats n'ont pas été à la hauteur car le reste était vraiment bien.
Cocktails were pure craftsmanship, service on point by one of the owner & amazing bites from the seafood to the mains. 10/10 would go again & special s/o to the lamb dish because it was outstanding.
Aug 9, 2025
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I am not a fan of seafood usually but decided to give this place a try after a few days in Montreal. What a delightful experience! My parents were visiting & we randomly ended up here, but were so pleased with the whole place. The service was incredible! The drinks were fantastic- & nevermind the mushroom cod! Totally recommend if you're in the area! The Mile-End with a view cocktail is definitely the best in the menu!
Commendable dish curation & attention to detail goin on. Drinks were great. The garnished potato side is off the charts. The strawberry shortcake is divine. Super fresh seafood across the board. The food presentation & array of ingredients stands out.
Mon copain & moi y étions pour célébrer nos 4 ans de relation. Notre soirée était hallucinante! Le service, la nourriture, le vin, l'ambiance: tout était parfait. Molenne est certainement un de meilleurs restos de Montréal. Notre serveur François était à la fois pro & super amical. Je recommande chaudement l'agneau, le choux braisé & l'homard poché. Déjà hâte d'y retourner. Merci encore à toute l'équipe! ✨
Aug 2, 2025
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Vraiment une belle découverte! Une midi de semaine en amoureux, nous avions besoin d'un moment, d'un vin & d'une bonne bouffe!
Entrées de salade d'été (pêches de l'Ontario mûres & sucrées à souhait) & huîtres de Terre-Neuve. Poisson du jour (truite parfaitement cuite) & pâte du jour avec un vin blanc de Provence. Au final, un gâteau au fromage avec du Louis d'Or râpé en prime.
& que dire du service de Dorothée.
Les portions sont plus petites qu'ailleurs, mais c'était parfait pour nous.
Je vous recommande sans hésitation.
Un vrai coup de coeur pour Le Molène !
J'adore ce restaurant. Les plats sont savoureux, bien présentés, & toujours faits avec des produits de qualité. L'ambiance est chaleureuse, calme & accueillante - on s'y sent bien dès l'arrivée. Le service est attentionné & professionnel. Chaque visite est un vrai plaisir. Je recommande vivement !
Ca fait déjà plusieurs fois que je me rend au Molenne. C'est mon top 3 des restaurants à MTL. Ayant la culture des fruits de mer très à coeur en raison de mes origines Acadiennes, je n'ai jamais été déçu. L'equipe est insane, le service est impeccable & il y une bonne vibe dans celle-ci qui donne presque le gout d'y travailler. Pour la qualité & la fraîcheur des aliments, la variété des vins, cocktails & diversité du menu. Un 5 étoile est sous estimé le Molenne.
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One of the best restaurants I've been to in my travels. The service is outstanding. Food is 10 out of 10. Everything was cooked to perfection & so flavorful. It will be my first stop the next time I'm back in Montreal! A true gem!
Molenne Fantastic seafood-oriented restaurant in Mile End
Visited on a recent busy Saturday night. Serving staff were in demand, but always available & we never felt rushed.
While décor (classic bistro with some local flourish) & service are great, the food is incredible. Standouts to me were the scallop crudo (with raspberries!), the razor clams - which were cooked in beer, & the cavatelli with mussels. While seafood is the star, the PEI steak was cooked to simple perfection & the Lamb Brick was a delicious take on'pulled' meat.
Rounding things out were inventive cocktails (savory Tomato Highball - my choice) & a beyond the usual wine list. Very accessible with a little consult of the sommelier.
All in a great restaurant that stands out in a city full of them.
Amazing experience all around. The food was out of this world. It was all so fresh, prepared & was plated meticulously. The cocktails I had were all very good, & the wine list was massive with so many options. The environment of the restaurant is very vibey. The staff were all very kind, knowledgeable, attentive & very well mannered. Overall, eating here was an amazing experience & I cannot recommend it enough!
Jul 7, 2025
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If you're a seafood lover, Molenne is a must-visit. Every dish reflects thought, creativity, & a true passion for flavor. I love discovering new ingredients & unexpected pairings - & this place absolutely delivered. The cocktails were just as impressive, & the wine list offered unique selections by the glass, allowing me to try perfect pairings throughout the meal.
I even got to learn the story behind the restaurant's name - a thoughtful detail that made the experience even more special. Be sure to ask when you visit Molenne ;)
Visited Molenne for a family dinner & it was amazing! A great vegetarian tasting menu, lovely staff & a great atmosphere. Cocktails were also delicious. Will definitely be going again the next time I'm in Montreal!
Beautiful atmosphere! The staff was knowledgeable & attentive. Seafood was all incredibly fresh & well prepared. Cocktails were unique & delicious! Highly recommend!
