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.
Reviews describe Mon Lapin as a bold, creative Montreal restaurant that champions seasonal local ingredients in a playful shareable format with inventive dishes like the croque pétoncle, preserved leeks with smoked mussels, sea urchin and buckwheat cake, all set in a warm, intimate atmosphere with a standout wine program and consistently attentive service; reservations are notoriously hard to secure and the experience is hailed as imaginative and worth the hype, though some notes point to small portions for the price, occasional pacing issues, and nights when the wow factor is a touch muted.
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.
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.
Jun 2, 2025
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WOW what a wonderful experience! The meal was fantastic & the staff were awesome. Every one of our selections were prepared perfectly. The wine was paired to our meal with the staffs guidance & really topped of the whole evening.
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!
Amazing service & food in a decontracted setting. We particularly enjoyed the warm buttery oysters & lobster spaghetti. Great wine selection. Service was amazing & attentive.
A wonderful experience in a quaint restaurant. The food was simply delicious (I'm still dreaming about their scallops sandwich, it was like eating a cloud) & they helped me paired my many plates with fun & unexpected wines.
Service was impeccable & I cannot wait to go back.
Amazing dining experience! Wiped down every plate! Fiona is incredibly knowledgeable about the wine & the food. The entire staff was super thoughtful & hospitable! They explain everything! Absolute FAVORITE were these scallop mousse sandwich - DO NOT MISS THIS!!!
The quality of ingredients here is outstanding. Our group of three ordered several dishes to share, as the portions are on the smaller side. We had the snow crab, scallop French toast, buckwheat cake for dessert, duck breast, & a salad with duck or cow liver. Every dish was exceptional in flavor, making it clear why this restaurant is ranked among the best in Canada. My only wish is that the portions were slightly larger, especially for sharing, considering the price. That said, the wine recommendations from our waitress were excellent. The atmosphere was warm & cozy, & the service was fantastic. I'd definitely return!
It was our first time at Vin Mon Lapin & we had a lovely experience! What stood out the most was the excellent service we received from their very sympathetic & knowledgeable staff! As per the staff's recommendation, we tried the tasting menu & we had a coup de coeur for the Couteau de mer sur glace celeri, the Croque-Pétoncle & the Cardeau Cru, Sungolds - Beurre noisette. The wine was insanely good was well! I don't know if the tasting menu was worth it for us (we didn't particularly like the Carrots, the gnocchi & one of the two main dishes) but we still happy we tried it! We'll definitely go back to try other things on the menu!
We had a dinner birthday with a friend there. Very original tasty food, great wine & excellent service!!
The only downside: a bit crowded in the restaurant.
Mar 2, 2025
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Vin Mon Lapin, ranked #1 on Canada's 100 Best Restaurants list, is a must-visit spot in Montreal's Little Italy. From start to finish, it was one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The vibrant atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between youthful energy & refined sophistication. Though the space is cozy, it adds to the charm, & reservations are a must.
We sat at the bar with a clear view of the kitchen, feeling like we were at an intimate dinner party. The service was exceptional, with our friendly server offering wine samples & never rushing us. We opted for the chef's curated tasting menu, paired flawlessly with wines. Every course amazed me, especially the Le Croque-Pétoncle-a scallop sandwich on buttery, garlicky toast-easily the best dish I've ever had. The veal tartare with sun-gold tomatoes, rich Béarnaise-like sauce, & perfectly seared duck breast with foie gras sauce were standout dishes.
The wine pairings elevated the meal, & though I lost track of courses, I couldn't stop savoring each bite. A hidden gem, Mon Lapin offers some of the finest French/Italian-inspired food in Montreal. Don't miss it-put it on your restaurant list to visit, & you won't be disappointed.
Great place to relax & grab some shareable food (starters or dishes) with your party. The food & ingredients are original & well balanced with some mixed French & Italian flavor spirit & the dressing is fancy. You have a nice range of wine to choose from per glass or whole bottle. Overall a good experience.
Dimitri was incredible! The food & wine pairings he chose for us were outstanding. The scallop toast & carrots were absolutely phenomenal. What an experience! Merci Beaucoup!!!
as I read recently the food is "a poetic mixture of French & Italian cooking". magical ❤️ with a wine list for days! the atmosphere is so cozy & the service fun & friendly! order everything, especially the buckwheat cake
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Excellent menu dégustation. A decent white wine & a different & tasty sake were OK as pairing. Service & atmosphere are superb. The restaurant lives up to its reputation.
My boyfriend & I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant to celebrate my birthday, & it was truly an exceptional experience. The atmosphere was incredibly warm, welcoming, & unpretentious. Our server was great-highly professional, friendly, & thoughtful in recommending both food & wine pairings, which enhanced our evening immensely. The service overall was impeccable from beginning to end. The food itself was nothing short of extraordinary. Every dish was delicious, but the croque scallop & albacore tuna stood out as our absolute favourites. The flavours were not only delicious but also distinctive. We enjoyed every moment of our visit & are already looking forward to returning for another special occasion. This restaurant truly deserves its stellar reputation!
Fantastic food, great wines, impeccable service. We tried many items on the menu including the tuna tartare with noisette sauce & the off menu romana soup. One was elevated & the other comfort... But both were heavenly good!!! Thank you Vanya, Marco & Alex for your hospitality, & John for taking me to VML. A night to remember!
Although all dishes were good, I think the only one which blew me away & I find myself reminiscing about is the buckwheat cake. There is truly something so unique & special with how balanced it is in terms of sweetness, but also its play with textures, & uniqueness compared to other dessert offerings. The wine selection was also really good. We used the opportunity to sample several wines by the glass. In this regard my highlight was the rosé Chair a Canon from Dunham. Its fruity notes were beautifully blended & smooth.
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!
