Mon Lapin, a neighbourhood restaurant in the heart of Montreal's Little Italy. Inventive and delicious fare, all the seasonal favourites on an ever-changing menu by chefs Marc-Olivier Frappier and Jessica Noel, and team. Visionary wines, a list filled with vibrant and eclectic bottles.
Across reviews, Mon Lapin is widely praised for inventive seasonal dishes, a warm intimate atmosphere, and a dining experience that many call a standout in Canada. The service is repeatedly described as attentive and knowledgeable, with wine pairings and menu explanations that elevate the meal, though a few readers note moments of overcrowding, speed, or overly persistent attention. Portions are often described as small and prices high, with some guests feeling the experience is about culinary artistry more than meat on the plate, while others celebrate the finesse and balance of flavors. The menu emphasizes local ingredients and frequent changes, with signatures like the scallop pétoncle croque, preserved leeks with smoked mussels, and buckwheat cake standing out for many; the overall impression is one of creative presentation and thoughtful pairings. Reservations are hard to secure and the ambiance can be noisy, but the consensus is that the quality of food and service justifies the hype for many, even as a minority call it overrated or inconsistent.
Service trop insistant, très très sombre à l'intérieur, carte alléchante mais pas aussi bon dans l'assiette, recommandé par le serveur de prendre 3 plats par personne pour avoir assez à manger, les portions sont très petites !! Facture très salée en sortie …
2 étoiles.
Everything was exceptional, from the food & wine to the service & ambiance. It was an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. I genuinely enjoyed every part of the evening & would highly recommend Vin Mon Lapin. I would absolutely return.
Jan 25, 2026
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Once again, we were blown away by the creativity & taste of the food but also by the warm , high quality service of the many staff members who did everything to make our dinner enjoyable. Kudos for promoting local cuisine & supporting local wine makers which exceeded our expectations. C'est la 4ieme fois que je visitais ce restaurant, meme chose pour mes parents qui s'étaient joints à nous & nous y retournerons. Nous avons tout simplement adoré! Merci aux propriétaires & le staff, votre service attentionné & la qualité de vos recommandations ont agrémenté notre soirée!
Great food & atmosphere but the service is beyond exceptional. We had Rose as our server who thoroughly explained the menu in detail, offered great insights & made the entire experience that much better. The whole team, from start to finish, sets the standard for an incredible dining experience. Recommend this restaurant for anyone wanting great food, a fun & lively atmosphere & service that will ensure you're taken care of from start to finish.
Very good food. The food is very light, & fresh leaving you feeling good after the meal. The scallop toast was incredible, fish was delicious. The corn is a must order. However, the food did take slightly longer than expected to come out of the kitchen. The courses were paced, but it was slow. The staff are all incredibly nice & do an amazing job explaining the menu. The patio outside is lovely. Definitely recommend.
Service impeccable, délicieux vins (shoutout au Veltlinske Zelene Kravi Hora) au verre & délicieux cocktail.
Je ne recommande pas particulièrement le croque-pétoncle (il semble populaire) parce que le gras éclipse massivement la délicatesse du pétoncle. On l'a même essayé une 2e fois & il était carbonisé.. Le café laisse à désirer -- il vient du Union mais malheureusement parmi leurs grains plus foncés. Le reste est délicieux, faites confiance à toute la carte!
Jul 24, 2025
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A truly unforgettable dining experience.
We came to Montreal as visitors, excited to explore the city's food scene - but to be honest, most of our restaurant experiences were disappointing: overpriced meals, lack of flavor, & nothing memorable. We were genuinely starting to feel disheartened, thinking maybe there was nowhere to eat truly well here.
& then… we discovered Mon Lapin.
We're staying at the Four Seasons, but we took the metro two evenings in a row just to dine at this little gem. It was absolutely worth it. Every dish we tried sparked pure emotion - we were smiling, amazed, & honestly couldn't even decide which one was our favorite. Everything was incredibly fresh, balanced, & bursting with flavor.
& the prices? Surprisingly reasonable for such a high-level, internationally acclaimed kitchen.
If you're a true foodie - or just someone who values real flavor, creativity, & quality ingredients - you must visit this restaurant. I don't write reviews lightly, & I've been let down by many'top rated' spots. But Mon Lapin truly stands out.
We were super impressed with this restaurant. Major kuddos to Rose, our waitress. She recommended the wines, appetizers, main dishes, & desserts. Everything she suggested was phenomenal. We had such a lovely night & want to thank her again for the impeccable service!
Came here for dinner with my partner. Have been trying for a while to get a reservation, & it was well worth it. The space itself is relaxed & warm. Our server Camille went above & beyond, she was cordial, friendly, & efficient. We ended up asking her to create us a menu & were glad we did. The pacing was excellent, the food paired very well. We don't drink, so can't comment on the wine pairings. The standouts were the scallop toast, the pork & halibut mains, & the buckwheat cake. Truly a memorable experience , recommend without hesitation.
My wife & I enjoyed a wonderful meal on the patio. We had some of the best service we've ever had. Excellent wine pairings were suggested & happily received. It can be hard to live up to the hype but we definitely enjoyed ourselves & all the lovely food.
On a beautiful sunny day you might be able to snag a spot without a reservation. The menu changes all the time so I don't think I can recommend anything, but if the scallop-toast-thing 😅 is on the menu please don't hesitate.
Jun 11, 2025
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Excellent experience here. Highly recommended to visit while in Montréal. Delicious meal, well crafted cocktails & amazing staff provide guests with a memorable meal.
An absolutely incredible dinner, the best I had on my visit to Montreal, & the best I've had for some time.
The food & wine were stellar as expected, but what truly impressed me was the warm & attentive service, particularly from Guillaume, who went out of his way to make our night special. However, the overall vibe of everyone was fantastic-from the host table to the runners.
I can't wait to go back, & recommend that anyone visiting the city should prioritize coming in.
Definitely worth the hype! Food, service, experience was perfect. Amazing wine. Casual & comfortable vibe with high end food. Would recommend trusting your server to give you a great experience. We'll be back for sure!
Super souper en famille. Nous avons partagé toutes les assiettes & tout le monde a adoré. Difficile de recommander un plat car le menu change régulièrement & les plats signatures du resto sont connus. Très bon rapport expérience/goût/prix. Je recommande fortement. On va y retourner bientôt.
May 12, 2025
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Délicieux repas avec d'excellentes recommandations par notre charmante sommelière Fiona. C'était notre première fois & sûrement pas notre dernière. Il paraît que le menu change aux 2 semaines!
I just walked out of here & I would say this is a place that showcases food & cooking as an art. Its a place of creativity, of food combinations I've never heard or thought of but everything is so delicious & best of all seasonal ( which means fresh, tasty, most probably local & sustainable). Its a place to share a plate instead of having one to yourself. The staff is friendly, knows their shit & I got served an amazing bottle of wine. I recommend you make a reservation & when you get there, dont hold back. Enjoy!
Il s'agit d'un très bon restaurant, mais ce n'est pas "le meilleur" au Canada, non plus que le meilleur à Montréal. Cela dit, les plats que nous avons commandés (carottes au jaune d'oeuf, poireaux façon moules, radis avec foie de volaille & sot-l'y-laisse frits, pâtes aux palourdes) étaient tous intéressants & bons. Toutefois, peut-être est-ce la conséquence de nos choix, tout était assez lourd, manquait une touche de fraicheur. Nous n'avons pu terminer le dernier plat même si notre serveuse nous a laissé entendre que nous ne commandions pas assez de plats (ce qui d'ailleurs est un peu déplacé). Petits détails : les radis manquaient de croquant pour élever le plat, ils contenaient beaucoup d'eau comme s'ils avaient trempés trop longtemps dans un plat d'eau. C'est le plat que nous avons le moins aimé. Par contre, la mousse de foie étaient fantastique. Je l'aurais plutôt mangé avec du pain ou un autre support que les radis. Je comprends la réinterprétation voulue du radis beurre, mais même si le concept est intéressant, ce n'est pas parfaitement réussi. Enfin, le plat de carotte est intriguant, je le reprendrais, mais il y a trop de carottes pour deux personnes. À un point on se lasse & on aimerait passer à autre chose. Cette impression que plusieurs des plats s'apprécient seulement en très petites quantités nous l'avons eu de manière générale pendant la soirée. Je recommande ce restaurant avec l'avertissement de ne pas avoir des attentes démesurées.
