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Monarque

Space for an a la carte selection offered in the brewery or a more formal menu in the dining room.
Old Montreal
4.5$$ & $$$
OPEN11:30 am - 10 pm
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Monarque Old Montreal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
BistroFrenchTartareGreat selection of cocktailsResto-Bar
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About

Monarque operates as a versatile culinary destination blending the traditional elements of a classic French bistro with modern preparation techniques. The menu centers on meticulously crafted tartares that highlight seasonal ingredients and precise flavor profiles. Patrons encounter an expansive interior layout that separates distinct service styles, ranging from a casual brasserie atmosphere to more formal, structured dining experiences. High ceilings and industrial architectural details define the space, creating an environment focused on efficiency and culinary consistency. The kitchen emphasizes technical mastery through refined sauces and expertly executed proteins sourced from high-quality suppliers. This establishment maintains a rigorous standard for ingredient freshness, ensuring that every dish reflects the core principles of French cooking. The overall operation functions as a sophisticated nexus of regional gastronomy within a bustling, high-traffic urban setting.
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Reviews for Monarque

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on Google4.6 (2300+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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Review Summary

Monarque is widely celebrated as a premier dining destination in Montreal, offering a sophisticated experience that balances classic French technique with modern culinary flair. Guests consistently praise the high-quality ingredients and expertly executed dishes, with highlights such as the bone marrow with snails, duck confit, and various tartares frequently mentioned. While the atmosphere is described as sleek, beautiful, and vibrant, some diners note that the space can become quite noisy, and the lighting in the brasserie section may feel overly bright. The service is largely considered polished, attentive, and professional, though a few visitors have encountered inconsistencies in pacing or attentiveness depending on the seating area or the time of their visit. Despite minor critiques regarding portion sizes, specific dish saltiness, or dessert variety, the majority of diners consider it a standout establishment that is well worth a visit for both casual brasserie meals and formal dining experiences.
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Just booked a reservation to have a few cocktails before heading out, beautiful restaurant & service!

Excited to come back for a full meal!

Jul 1, 2026
on Google

Had our anniversary dinner here on our trip to Montreal. We came early & were seated right away. Nice ambiance, not too loud for a dinner date. Friendly wait staff.
Food: Started off with the escargot over bone marrow & foie gras. Great presentation & nicely cooked escargot. Personal preference I like my escargot to be swimming in hot garlic oil. Escargot here was room temperature & placed on top of the bone marrow where you mix into the bone fat. Foie gras was standard.
Highlight of dinner was the entree!! We got the lamb & duck confit. Duck confit was cooked to perfection, buttery, crispy but melts in your mouth with the right amount of seasoning.
Dessert we got the passion fruit pavlova. It was nice & light after a heavy meal.
All in all I had a wonderful dinner experience.

Jul 1, 2026
on Google

We came here for lunch on June 30. We had visited before & were happy with both the food & service, so this experience was really disappointing. The food was fine, but the service was not. The female server with a ponytail barely smiled & never checked on us once during the meal. The male server who cleared our plates & brought the bill was also quite rude, especially compared with how warmly he treated the table next to us. Is this really what service at a traditional French restaurant is supposed to be like?

Jul 1, 2026
on Google

Solid 4 stars resteraunt. Food is good & wine list is extensive. Service is good but the resteraunt can be very busy. Highly recommend to make reservation ahead of time. We have a group of 7 & we got seated in front of the kitchen. Good atmosphere & everyone like the food.

Jun 30, 2026
on Google

Had lunch here on a Tuesday around noon & the place was packed! So I guess that's a testament to how good this restaurant is, which I can confirm, it was! The foie gras parfait was creamy & delicious. The bone marrow with snails was grilled well. The beef tartare had exceptional flavor. The salmon with zucchini sauce was buttery & so flavorful my toddler ate it all up. Old fashioned drink was nice & strong, & not too sweet. Service & decor inside was everything you would expect from a fine dining experience. Love the open kitchen concept & display of dry aging meats. Definitely a must try when in downtown Montreal!

Jun 30, 2026
on Google

The service was nice though we didn't have many gluten free & dairy free options. It also didn't label which was which as we couldn't always tell from the descriptions. They could remove items from an appetizer but then you're getting maybe half the appetizer. The food we did have was tasty, but the half lobster came with a lot of vegetables in the shell instead of lobster meat. It felt like not very much for the price

Jun 30, 2026
on Google

Perfecto! Oysters, tuna tartare special, escargot on bone marrow, lamb shoulder too. All were excellent. Our bartender, Serge, was pleasant & professional. We recommend if in Montreal.

Jun 24, 2026
on Google

Excellent food & pristine service!

Jun 22, 2026
on Google

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Jun 19, 2026
on Google

Cette adresse figure parmi mes tables préférées de Montréal. Les choix de vins au verre sont interessants, les plats bien exécutés & le service est au rendez-vous. Lors de ma dernière visite, j'ai eu un coup de coeur pour l'assiette de flétan. Sans oublier le confort général dans un cadre chic & chaleureux à la fois.

Jun 18, 2026
on Google