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 offers a truly unique and memorable dining experience centered around eating in complete darkness, which allows guests to engage their senses of taste, smell, and touch in a brand new way. Many diners appreciate the opportunity to step out of their comfort zones, noting that the surprise menu options add an exciting layer of discovery to the meal. The service is consistently highlighted as exceptional, with professional and attentive staff members who guide patrons through the immersive environment with kindness and skill. While the majority of guests describe their visit as a one-of-a-kind highlight, some visitors mention that the atmosphere can occasionally be affected by the noise levels of larger groups or the challenge of navigating the dark space, suggesting that smaller parties or quieter times might enhance the overall tranquility of the evening.
Such an incredible & unique experience eating in complete darkness. Sammi was our waiter & he was amazing. The food portions were incredible. I don't think I've ever gotten than full in any restaurant other than all you can eat places haha & the food was delicious.
Nous avons adoré notre expérience chez O'Noir. Le concept de manger dans l'obscurité complète est vraiment unique & nous a permis de vivre quelque chose de différent & mémorable.
Notre serveur était exceptionnel : très à l'écoute de nos besoins, professionnel, attentionné & d'une grande gentillesse. Il a su nous mettre à l'aise dès le début & a grandement contribué à la qualité de notre soirée.
La nourriture était délicieuse & bien présentée. Tout était réuni pour passer un excellent moment. Je recommande fortement ce restaurant à tous ceux qui recherchent une expérience originale & hors du commun. Merci à toute l'équipe pour cette belle soirée !
Un grand respect pour les serveurs qui nous montrent ce que c'est que vivre sans voir. C'est un restaurant conçu pour développer tous les sens possibles, & l'expérience est très belle, mais elle n'est pas faite pour tout le monde.
Les autres clients sont irrespectueux & parlent très fort, ce qui est malheureusement hors du contrôle du restaurant : le respect des gens.
Je trouve aussi que la nourriture est très surévaluée… Au total, j'ai payé 90 $ avec les taxes & le pourboire pour deux services, sans même un dessert. Oui, il y a 3 services avec dessert, mais c'est plus chère. Le cocktail surprise coûtait 15 $ pour une toute petite coupe. (crevette tempura c'était mon choix simple 4 crevette avec une sauce) - ce n'est pas ordinaire, mais pour le prix, je m'attendais honnêtement à beaucoup plus. Une expérience unique, oui, mais je n'y retournerais pas.
La seule petite attention offerte était du pain avec du beurre.
10/10 au serveur.
Jun 2, 2026
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A totally unique experience. I got surprises for every course so I really didn't know what i was getting into, & all the food was surprisingly delicious & easy to eat without sight. However I can't recommend anything since the surprises are off menu. They seem to have designed the dishes well for eating in the dark. Not being able to see made me appreciate the smells/textures much more & the dishes were designed to have a lot of variety! Our waitress Sophia was clear & helpful & has a calming presence which is great when you are slightly unsettled in the dark. I recommend you try it once - it is interesting what your expereince of the dark will be. I didn't mind it much at all & found it pretty easy to eat. We were against a wall which i liked - it helped ground me. If we were in the middle of the room I think i would have felt a little more on edge.
This was an amazing experience! Firstly our server, Mizen, was the best. I can't imagine serving food & drinks in the complete darkness. Initially I was a little apprehensive walking into the blackness, but it was actually pretty cool. The room was quite quiet, just other patrons who were quietly speaking to each other, & some light music. Food was delicious. I had the scallops appetizer & a steak. Not gonna lie, I ended up eating with my fingers. I made a valiant effort to use a knife & fork but just couldn't make it work. This is a very unique experience & I highly recommend it. Thank you Mizen!
It is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The service is excellent, & the staff ensure that everything is clearly explained throughout the evening. The experience is immersive & truly unique. The food was good, though relatively simple depending on the dishes selected or served. If you are looking for a place to have an in-depth conversation, this may not be the right setting, as the environment is designed to fully engage your senses.
We had an amazing time at O'Noir. The experience was very unique & humbling. Our food was excellent & our waiter (Mazen) was really spectacular. Two people in our party of 5 ordered'surprise' meals & were very happy with the dishes. At first, it is a little jarring but we enjoyed the opportunity to experience something new & different. An added bonus of not being able to see anything allowed us all to focus on conversation, good company, & food. It was the highlight of our Montreal trip.
