Already the rage in Europe, Australia, L.A. and New York, O.NOIR is Canada’s first-ever restaurant that invites you to experience food, drink and conversation like never before IN THE DARK! It’s a sensual dining experience like no other. When you eat without your sight, your remaining senses are heightened to savour the smell and taste of food. O.NOIR does more than just fire the imagination and stimulate the senses. After a few hours in complete darkness (that’s right, no flashlights, matches, cell phones, cigarette lighters or luminous watches), customers gain a better understanding of what it’s like to be blind just like the restaurants’ entire wait staff. O.NOIR – IT’S BETTER IN THE DARK.
O.Noir delivers a one of a kind dining adventure that heightens the senses with complete darkness, allowing flavors, textures, and aromas to take center stage. The experience is consistently described as immersive, thoughtful, and humbling, with attentive service from a team of staff who guide guests through the concept and explain the courses clearly. The menu options, especially the surprise courses, are frequently highlighted for their creativity and depth, and portions are described as satisfying with a mix of impressive appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Several reviews praise the friendly, professional servers who make guests feel at ease and excited to discover what is on the plate without seeing it. The atmosphere is often noted for its quiet focus and sensory engagement, though some nights are louder due to groups, which can detract from the immersion and occasionally lead to longer dining times. Overall, O.Noir is recognized as a memorable, must-try experience that blends education with gastronomy and gracious hospitality.
This was my second time. Wonderful, creative, tasty food that excites the palate. Fantastic, attentive staff. Great experience to walk, even if only temporary, in someone else's shoes. Much respect! Would highly recommend!
Great experience in such a unique area of Montreal. Mazen was an amazing server & the food was delightful. Highly recommend if looking for a different dining experience.
Amazing experience! Highly recommend. Sophia was our server. She was great at explaining how things worked. Also checked on us several times to make sure we were ok. The food was excellent. Big portions. I had the tuna appetizer & the slow cooked roast beef. Both were excellent. The room was complete darkness. You are unable to see anything. Sounded liked the place was busy & people were enjoying themselves. Would definitely visit again
Mar 24, 2023
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What an incredible evening! While the food could be improved, the service & the experience in itself made the drive & $$ very much worth it. I highly recommend.
Highly recommend this! I think everyone should experience this restaurant- left me very humbled. Hard to find the words to explain the experience- it's just something I think everyone should
Do!!!! Food was AMAZING as well. I will be back next time I'm in Montreal!
Simply & incredible experience!
It's really disturbing in a very good way where you have to use all your other senses than you sight to go through your dinner! I highly recommend; it's a memorable experience :)
This restaurant is quite the experience! What better way to make us "see" what it's like to live blind. Food & service were excellent. We highly recommend!
Nov 21, 2022
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What an awesome experience this was! There's nothing like it anywhere in the World! The entire service is in the dark, & you really can't see anything! Every server working here is legally blind, & it's so impressive.
Our server Fe was such an all star all night. His story is so gut wrenching, but regardless, he was spirited, outgoing, & professional. The food was really good, & I highly recommend doing the "surprise" menu.
If you're looking to venture out & try something unique, then this is the place for you! The food, the atmosphere, & the outstanding customer service was just incredible! Two thumbs way up to Binky, Gabriel an our bartender Laryssa for being such amazing hosts!
Second time visiting O Noir. Amazing experience! Food was excellent. The surprise did not disappoint. Can be a bit stressful at first as it is so dark but once you start talking with your party & enjoy your beverage it is simply amazing. Would go back & highly recommend to anyone to live that experience
