Les avis sur Monarque convergent vers une expérience culinaire souvent remarquable et variée selon la section brasserie ou salle a manger, avec une ambiance élégante et chaleureuse et une décoration qui respire le quartier. La cuisine est globalement raffinée, des plats phares comme l os a moelle, le tartare de thon, la bouillabaisse et le canard confit revenant avec des saveurs bien équilibrées et des textures travaillées. Le service est majoritairement attentif et professionnel, mais des témoignages signalent des variations selon les serveurs et des temps d attente. La carte propose une large sélection de plats et de vins; certaines portions sont jugées généreuses et le rapport qualité prix favorable, tandis que d autres les trouvent plus petites et les prix élevés. Les desserts et les finitions connaissent des avis contrastés. La réservation est fortement recommandée en raison de l affluence et de l ambiance animée. Dans l ensemble Monarque est perçu comme une adresse phare du quartier, offrant une experience culinaire française contemporaine de haut niveau avec un équilibre entre elegance et confort, malgré quelques bémols sur le bruit, la temperature et certains plats qui n ont pas totalement convaincu.
Exceptional food, ambience & service. Restaurant has to sections: formal sit down & more chilled brasserie. Food is phenomenal throughout. vast wine selection & great cocktails. Best meal we've had in a while from start to finish.
Outstanding. Lobster farro was amazing. The braised veal cheeks were the most succulent thing I've ever eaten. Awesome cocktails & cool vibe. I would go back in a heartbeat the next time I'm in Montreal.
22 sept. 2024
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The food, cocktails, & wine were quite good, & we would have had a good experience had it not been for the absolutely awful, non-existant service. I wish I was exaggerating, but our waiter said maybe 15 words to us over the entire ~2 hour dinner service, only saying more than one word responses when we asked for a wine recommendation. He provided completely non-verbal responses when ordering, did not ask if we wanted to order additional drinks after our first (we had to specifically request for additional glasses of wine/cocktails), did not explain anything about the food, restaurant, or ask us anything about ourselves. Generally very unfriendly & unkind. He acknowledged our orders with a frown & a slight nod of the head every time. I wish I could tell you who specifically our server was, but he did not even bother introducing himself. He felt very hostile & annoyed he had to have to serve us. There were multiple instances where we were without drinks, meaning the restaurant lost out on additional revenue we would have spent on alcohol. After our table's second drink order, he took the wine list away & did not offer to return it for the rest of the evening, even after clearing away our empty glasses midway through the third course. After ordering red wine, the waiter poured my glass but ended up spilling a sizeable amount on the table & into the bread basket. The waiter noticed he spilled, but did not apologize or acknowledge it to us in any way, he simply walked away without a word. By the end of dessert, our last course, the waiter we had for most of the evening had not come around for 15 minutes after our plates were clearly finished & our drinks were empty. I flagged down another waiter who was walking by, who explained to me that our original waiter was gone for the night & that he was supposed to be replacing us. The original waiter did not explain to us that he was leaving for the night, & the new waiter in charge of our table did not introduce himself until I had to get his attention myself. We certainly don't expect to be treated special by any means, but this service was the literal bare minimum that could have been provided to us. It left us wondering if maybe we were under dressed & were being shunned for it (even though other waiters were happily treating other guests in tshirts & shorts), or that we had said something to offend the waiter at the start of service. Although this review is quite scathing, we are always especially friendly with wait staff & almost never complain about service, so I cannot understand what we possibly did to deserve service that amounted to rudely & non-verbally plopping the food we ordered at the table. Nobody asked us once how our food or service was. This was *by far* the worst service I've experienced, not only in Montréal, but at any restaurant I've ever dined at. It was such a complete shock that it came from an establishment where we expected to spend about $600 between two of us (but ended up spending less as we opted out of a cheese course & did not order as many drinks as anticipated, both due to the service). I would have been annoyed if we received service like this at a McDonald's, but at a fine dining establishment, I thought it was completely & absolutely unacceptable. We will be vehemently recommending that our friends & family who visit Montréal avoid Monarque at absolutely all costs. A completely & total disappointment from a restaurant we were very much looking forward to experiencing.
Great experience, their signature cocktails were superb. We shared the duck confit, lamb & potato gratin. Everything was fantastic, especially the service. Additionally, they have an exceptional wine list
A MUST, whether you're a local or visiting. This place is so effortlessly chic & has many talents in their food. The cocktails were lovely as well but I wish I got more of a buzz! Can't wait to go back next time.
Sophie was an excellente waitress, she gave excellente suggestions & we had a great time. Thank you Monarque team, we loved the vibe, the drinks & the food. The owner of Barsol pisco who was with us, really liked your signature cocktail (just want a little heavier on the pisco for the bite 🤩) blessings to all ❤️
9 juil. 2024
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After a few visits to Montreal with no reservation success, I was able to snag a last minute Brasserie table reservation for 1! I arrived & was immediately brought to my table & walked through the menu by Vincent. He gave great reccomendations & was great about checking in. Honestly, the entire staff felt like they were trained in hospitality. The host came by to check on me in & took another drink order. & the server, who was taking care of the table next to me, also took a moment to make small conversation. I regularly dine out alone due to work travel & while I don't always feel comfortable, I was put at ease the entire time. Okay the food/cocktails - AMAZING! The bartenders make wonderful cocktails that are both enjoyable to watch being created as they are to drink. I got the Farigola & the Colibri. The food was wonderful as well. I ordered the ricotta ravioli which balanced the cheese & meat super well. Raviolis were cheese filled & the meat was underneath. The fried cauliflower was huge (this is the single portion) & very butter forward if that's your thing - it's my thing so I obviously loved it. The steak was cooked to exactly medium rare (as ordered) & the fries were perfectly crispy. 10/10 would reccomend... if you can get a reservation ;)
Magnifique! Toujours un plaisir partagé de passer une soirée au Monarque. Les classiques sont impeccables: sublimes cocktails en apéro, canard, poisson du jour, dessert accompagné d'excellent vin juste wow!! Avec un service hors pair, courtois digne de grandes tables Monarque reste parmi les meilleures tables à Montréal!
Grosso modo c'est un 4 étoiles pour moi. Les huîtres étaient excellentes mais pour le reste la nourriture était juste bonne. Le service très bien pour la première partie mais notre serveuse était un peu pressée & tête en l'air dans son service. L'atmosphère était agréable mais on était situés juste en avant du comptoir de paiement & une serveuse n'arrêtait pas de nous faire sursauter chaque fois qu'elle venait poser des assiettes tellement elle les déposait fort. J'y retournerais probablement mais je ne mangerais plus les mêmes affaires. P.S: à part les huîtres & le cocktail qui était excellent je n'ai rien photographié tellement je n'étais pas conquise.
Monarque est un lieu très agréable & surprenant, nous avons essayé le côté brasserie, une des rares tables montréalaise de qualité ouverte le lundi soir (la partie "restaurant" étant fermée ce soir ce la semaine). Vous êtes d'abord vite accueillis par un des chefs de rangs qui vous propose un vestiaire numéroté. C'est plutôt bien accueilli par ces temps frisquets où l'on doit sortir sa grosse doudoune parfois bien encombrante. La salle est belle, même si on peut dire que c'est un long couloir, le bar est beau, d'un seul tenant, tout en acier, je ne suis pas sur que ce soit du zinc, avec une belle exposition de bouteilles sur les murs. Une longue banquette longe le mur opposé au bar & des table carrées assez grandes pour préserver un semblant d'intimité permettent d'assoir les couples de convives. Quelques tables rondes existent pour les groupes de 5 à 7 personnes, mais sont assez bien placées pour ne pas déséquilibrer l'harmonie de la salle. Des miroirs partout & pourtant ce n'est pas éblouissant, c'est bien pensé car la lumière est bien proportionnée. La sensation d'espace est agréable, on est loin d'un simple couloir de brasserie. La mosaïque au sol est belle, pas de musique assourdissante & les serveurs derrière ou devant le bar portent parfaitement leur livrée noire & blanche, ajustée à la perfection, ça apporte un côté classe au lieu. L'ambiance est bonne. Ca sent bon la viande grillée & d'autres choses... Nous commençons par des cocktails, je prends un cocktail maison, le Cassia, sur le papier c'est un cocktail de tequila, agrumes & saveurs orientales, sur table c'est une petite bouteille de 17cl, & ça a le gout d'une ginger beer, c'est un peu décevant pour 17$. J'aime beaucoup les boissons pétillantes, & ça pétille beaucoup, car il semble que c'est fermenté & c'est juste ouvert devant vous. Une paille aurait été la bienvenue, car les bulles en buvant au verre, empêchent un peu de respirer, il n'y avait qu'un pic en bambou dans le cocktail, tant pis. Le verre est joli, & le glaçon parfait, à la hauteur du verre, il est complètement transparent quand le liquide est versé, c'est une jolie technique à l'eau bouillie. Mon compagnon prend un classique, un mai tai, très à son goût, bien alcoolisé. L'ayant goûté je trouve qu'il manque un peu de sucre, j'avoue ne pas retrouver l'orgeat... Mais nous ne sommes pas là pour les cocktails. J'ai pris en entrée la Pieuvre Grillée, c'est très bon, la portion est parfaite, très harmonieux & équilibrée, c'est assez doux en goût, & un jeu de textures très complet & interessant. Un petit bémol sur la partie la plus charnue du tentacule, car il avait un gout de brulé, sur cette partie précise du tentacule (les parties plus fines n'avaient pas ce goût désagréable & étaient parfaitement grillées) peut-être que cette partie avait plus de mal à cuire & qu'ils l'ont finie au chalumeau, ou qu'ils ont écrasé cette partie contre la plaque/grille pour qu'elle cuise en même temps que les parties plus fines, mais qu'elle a embarqué des restes de brulé d'une autre cuisson plus ancienne. C'était dommage sur la fin. En plat j'ai pris le demi poulet de cornouailles Roti, à la truffe & sauce périgourdine. Le poulet de cornouailles est juste un petit poulet très tendre. Arrivé sur la table, il a une très belle couleur dorée, la cuisson est parfaite, pas sec du tout, désossé sous le blanc, c'est assez pratique à manger. Les légumes sont de saison, juste cuits, moi j'aime bien comme ça mais ça peut être sous cuit pour d'autres. La sauce périgourdine, & donc à la brisure de truffe, est très corsée, c'est surprenant, ça contraste beaucoup avec la saveur très douce & délicate du poulet. J'avoue que j'aurais préféré le jus de poulet roti avec quelques notes de cette sauce périgourdine un peu trop brune pour moi. Ca reste bon, mais cela doit refleter le caractère bien tranché du chef en cuisine. Le choix de gouts forts. Nous avons terminé le repas en partageant un étagé au chocolat, c'était parfait à deux, gourmand juste ce qu'il fallait pour finir.
6 févr. 2024
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Ce n'est pas ma première expérience au Restaurant Monarque. Première fois, j'ai essayé la Brasserie... qui était ma fois.... Incroyable! L'os à la moelle ( un délice) ... Cette fois-ci, j'ai essayé La Salle à manger... un mot... Miam 😋. Le service est incroyable, la nourriture délicieuse 🤤, les cocktails excellent, l'ambiance #1 ... Je n'ai rien de négatif à dire. Bravo 👏!
Really great food & attentive staff! Came as a solo diner but didnt feel weird or awkward at all! Had the mushroom gnocchi, duck confit, & layered chocolate coconut cake. All of the food was great with the duck being a little salty, but the flavor was good & rich. Also had the Monarque cocktail & both the mock tails which were tasty as well!
Randomly walked by Monarque & it looked super nice inside. We didn't have a reservation but they were able to accommodate us quickly. Loved the ambiance. This time we only had a few cocktails & appetizers but I definitely plan to go back next time I'm in Montreal. Not an inexpensive place, but the level of service is high & worth it.
J’ai dîné au Monarque & tout était excellent, du cocktail, au repas, au service, à l’ambiance. La nourriture était fraîche & de qualité, avec des saveurs incroyables. Le service était aussi très précis & les recommandations étaient géniales.
20 oct. 2023
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This was my first time experiencing Monarque & I will certainly be going again.
As soon as you enter the decor & ambiance are fantastic, you can choose to eat at the brasserie or main restaurant & make sure to look up both as the menu varies.
The wait staff is attentive making sure our glasses are promptly filled (water & wine) & the table is tidy.
Our waiter was very helpful in describing the dishes & allowing us to make choices based on in depth descriptions, he was spot on !
We started with two cocktails, the Monarque & pistache. Both were perfectly balanced & although the ingredients might sound strange they were both delicious!
The bone marrow is fantastic served with escargots & a rich & flavorful reduction.
The tartare was perfectly executed with waffle fries & endives.
The bouillabaisse was beautifully filled with various seafood & a fantastic broth.
The veal sirloin was perfectly cooked & seasoned served on top of a ratatouille, one cannot ask for a better dish !
The waiter was also excellent at suggesting excellent wine pairings with each of our courses.
A definite must if you want a great overall dining experience.
First course, bison tartare, fresh & savoury, anchovies added a wonderful salty twist & cured egg yolk a rich sauce.
Second course, seared foie gras & potato alla chitarra. Foie gras was just decadent, perfectly cooked & salted. Sweet & tangy sauce cuts the richness perfectly. Potato alla chitarra, wonderful bite to the potato, rich sauce accompanied by a sort of mashed potato sausage. Creative & delicious.
Main course, venison & piglet. Venison served with seared mushroom & a tart pan sauce. Perfectly rare, surpisingly tender for game. Piglet tender & juicy. Hoisin-esque sauce. Interesting pork sausage wrapped in cabbage, though this last part was not exactly my speed it was objectively delicious.
Cocktails were complex but not pretentious, sweet & tasty unlike so many fancy cocktails.
Came for my birthday & they brought complementary mini pastries.
The service was fast, polite & perfectly over-the-top. Felt taken care of, well received & exactly as one would want to on a special evening. Expensive & worth every penny.
This restaurant is located in beautiful old town Montreal, not too far from the Notre Dame. It is beautiful & modern inside & the lighting is nicely layered. We ate at the brassiere. Our waiter was very attentive & friendly. He was able to suggest a cocktail to drink as we were indecisive. We got buffalo mozzarella & wild mushroom gnocchi for appetizers. Both were delicious! The buffalo mozzarella was nicely seasoned with the vinaigrette. For the main course, I selected the butchers cut which was a flank steak with herbed butter on top. It came with a side of fries. The fries were delicious & crispy & served with mayonnaise. For dessert we got a tarte tatin. Caramelized apples with puff pastry & icecream…How can you go wrong?!? It was heaven! Overall it was a great experience & I would highly suggest it for a nice dinner out!
Second time at Monarque, food just as good as the first. Everything was cooked beautifully, & with the exception of the halibut, presented uniquely & deliciously. Every single cocktail was outstanding as well, highly reccommend the 'pistache'.
Our server was unfriendly & blatantly condescending. I ordered a gin martini & he made an obvious scoff & quite literally shook his head when I didn't specify which gin. Specifying house was fine, he made a perpetually sarcastic offer of tanqueray. Totally ruined the vibe of the service.
I'll be back for the food, wine, & not the service.
