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.
Franchement, si vous hésitiez à essayer l'expérience… je vous la recommande fortement! Excellent service à la clientèle, toute l'équipe est gentille & agréable avec une bonne pointe d'humour. Si vous comptez y aller entre amoureux c'est parfait.
Même si vous ne voyez pas vos plats, je vous assure qu'ils sont délicieux & je vous recommande les plats surprises! Vous ne sortirez pas déçu de la cuisine & encore moins affamé. Ils sont généreux sur l'assiette également!
Quant à l'expérience sensorielle d'être plongé dans le noir… je vous assure que ce n'est pas du bluff, vous ne voyez absolument rien même en vous concentrant. Au début, c'est stressant & perturbant mais une fois habitué après 5 minutes, cela vous fera du bien & vous fera vivre de nouvelles sensations.
Such a calming atmosphere. I recommend going on a day when the restaurant is less busy, as that will increase the peacefulness of the experience. I will definitely be back.
What an awesome experience this was.
Food was delicious(the duck omg 😋)
Our Waiter (fay) I hope I spelled it correctly, was top notch, explained everything in details & really was amazing.
Really good time ! Try it out atleast once. Highly recommend
Mar 21, 2026
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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!
Superbe expérience.
On avait choisi ce restaurant avec un copain sans savoir sa particularité !
& donc la surprise a été géniale.
Le personnel au top au petits soins & d'une gentillesse énorme , le repas a été super bon (le fait de ne pas voir ce que l'on mange boost le goût) mais tout petit bémol pour l'ambiance: certaines personnes parlent très fort ( certainement un genre de stress-de stress) même si une personne du restaurant demanda un peu moins de son.
Conclusion: du bonheur & une belle leçon de sagesse
PMC
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.
