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.
Fantastic experience! We came with a large group so we had to split into two tables, but still ended up in the same room. For those wondering about the process - they sat us down at a lovely table outside to explain the menu & take our orders, & then had us go inside to use the restroom, put bags in lockers, & prepare for the dark room. When it was time to go in, our waiter Sammy came out to greet us, guided us through the two doors (you hold on to the shoulders of the person in front of you to make sure everyone gets through), & helped each of us find our seats. Sammy was a fantastic waiter, & regularly checked in to see if we needed anything, guided anyone that was uncomfortable or needed a break out of the room, & ensured we had food & drinks whenever we were ready for them. The timing was wonderful, just enough time to enjoy each course & talk to each other as we ate. When we left, a few of us wanted to go back in because it was so soothing to be in the dark. Overall this is a super unique experience that we won't forget, & well worth the cost (which is very affordable for such a great meal). I would absolutely come here again!
Jun 23, 2023
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Ce resto est absolument une expérience incroyable! Les plats sont excellents! C'est ma 7eme fois & c'est toujours aussi bon tout en ayant une service impeccable.
Les repas étaient copieux & excellents. Le serveur était attentionné & très dynamique. C'est une expérience culinaire abordable compte tenu de la qualité des repas.
Jun 19, 2023
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Food is excellent, experience is great, BUT make sure you call & ensure there aren't any large parties, especially of school children, going on the same night. My friends & I visited on a night when a class came halfway through & it ruined the experience for us. They were very loud & it made it impossible for us to hear one another or appreciate the fine dining. It's unfortunate because I think the restaurant would be a great experience for children to be able to understand just a fraction of what blind people go through, but when a whole class goes, it is just chaos.
Super restaurant ! Une expérience inédite & très intéressante ! Les serveurs sont adorables, les plats délicieux, bref une expérience à ne pas manquer !
Jun 9, 2023
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Very unusual experience. I wouldn't say the food was the best I've ever had (I had the seafood surprise), & one has to account for the environment when judging the service. I could have wished for our waiter to check on us just a little more frequently but otherwise he was very helpful navigating us through the experience. The rest of the staff was also very friendly & helpful. All that said, I encourage everyone to try this place at least once.
Une expérience sensorielle à découvrir absolument. Tout est très bien guidé. On découvre une nouvelle réalité dont nous ne sommes pas habitués. Cela prend quelques minutes pour adapter le cerveau, au début je ne me sentais pas à l'aise, surtout que j'avais commandé les plats surprises. Finalement, nous avons réussi a passer le cap & je ne regrette rien du tout. Les plats étaient goûteux, savoureux. Des aliments très originaux & pour tous les goûts. Je recommande si vous voulez vivre l'expérience!
The experience was beyond my expectations! The service people are very professional. The waiter's service was one of the best I've ever received. The ambiance is beautiful > love love the rustic look & details like the bolts sticking out of the thick slabs of worn wood. The process is very well organized. I would give a 3 on the main "surprise" dish because it was way too salty ( it left me wondering > don't the chef taste is before serving? ) . In all fairness, & in hindsight, I should have returned the dish & ordered something else.
