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Le Passé Composé

Gourmet French brunch restaurant located in the Old Port of Montreal
Old Montreal
4.3$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 9 am
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Brunch: Available 7 days out of 7
BreakfastFrenchBistroGrilled CheeseSandwichesCaféBrunchGreat selection of cocktailsNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsResto-Bar

About us

Discover Le Passé Composé, a gourmet French brunch restaurant located in the heart of Old Montreal. A must-visit for brunch enthusiasts, this spot reinvents the classics with a bold and creative menu.

Led by Chef Arnaud Glay, renowned for his signature poached eggs, Le Passé Composé unveils an all-new concept that is sure to delight your taste buds. An unforgettable brunch destination not to be missed!

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Available 7 days out of 7

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Reviews for Le Passé Composé

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on Google4.2 (3000+)
*as of 2026-02-15
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Review Summary

Le Passé Composé offers a refined brunch experience with a warm, chic atmosphere and a space that feels both upscale and welcoming. The food receives abundant praise for creativity and quality, with standout items like foie gras on brioche, bone marrow, mushroom Benedicts, French toast and grilled cheeses, and portions are generous with a presentation that is often described as beautiful. The service is attentive and friendly, though occasional delays during busy times are noted, so reservations are recommended. While prices are sometimes described as high, many feel the value lies in the quality, ambiance and overall experience. The new location and decor are frequently praised, maintaining charm while offering a modern vibe, with a terrace that shines on nice days. Overall, Le Passé Composé is widely seen as a top brunch spot worth returning to for a special occasion or a memorable weekend meal.
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5.0

Food is ok, but no match to what it used to be back in the old location.

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Really really disappointing. The menu sounds great, but every dish was bland & tasted the same. Coffee like dishwater. Cappuccino came out room temperature. One person's dish came out 10 minutes after everyone else. The tables were way too close together so we were being bumped by waitstaff the entire meal. To top it all off it wasn't cheap :(

Feb 8, 2026
on Google
5.0

An Unforgettable afternoon of Pure Indulgence

The ambiance struck the perfect balance between opulent & intimate, with soft lighting that made everything feel like a beautiful secret.

The service was impeccable without being intrusive. Our server seemed to anticipate our needs before we even realized them.

The flavors were bold yet perfectly balanced, textures played off each other in delightful ways, & the presentation was stunning without feeling overly fussy.

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

I've been going to this restaurant for the past few years & have always had a great experience. The food has been delicious, the ambiance is great & the service as well. However, during my most recent visit this weekend, I ordered what I usually order, the foie gras poached egg, & I was disappointed to say the least. I'm not sure what has changed but the egg was cold, the foie gras was tasteless & the bread was dismal (honestly SO BAD). I'm not sure if there was something happening that day or not but I'm not sure I'll be returning anytime soon. At least the coffee & tea were good 🥲

Feb 2, 2026
on Google

J'y ai pris un brunch le week-end dernier & j'ai vraiment beaucoup apprécié l'expérience. Les plats étaient savoureux, généreux & bien présentés. Le rapport qualité-prix est excellent. Mention spéciale à notre serveuse, Claire, qui a été particulièrement accueillante, attentionnée & pleine d'humour, son service a vraiment rendu le moment encore plus agréable.

Jan 31, 2026
on Google
5.0

Golden confit duck & silky bone marrow piled onto country-style bread, crowned with a perfectly poached duck egg that spills like velvet. Earthy chanterelles, sweet green peas, manchego shavings, & a creamy tarragon sauce tie it all together, finished with herb-salted crumble & fresh mizuna shoots.
Rich, comforting, & just refined enough to feel like a slow celebration rather than a meal. #RestaurantBrunchLePasseCompose #Montreal

Jan 25, 2026
on Google

Pain dorée was delicious

Jan 19, 2026
on Google

Ça fait des années que je vais dans ce brunch, & ce même quand ils étaient encore dans le village. C'est un des meilleurs brunch à Montréal selon moi en terme de goût. Les portions sont assez généreuse dependement du plat choisi.
Il y a beaucoup de monde le weekend donc il faut réserver en avance.
Par contre les prix ont beaucoup augmenté & continuent d'augmenter. C'est très cher pour ce que c'est. Petit détail avant ils servaient du café filtre à volonté & ils ont malheureusement arrêté ce format récement.

Jan 18, 2026
on Google

Très bon mais très cher environ 115 dollars un brunch pour deux (deux assiettes, un smoothie un cafe, sans d'accompagnement, sans mimosas)

Jan 12, 2026
on Google

Great service, but forgot my orange juice... only realised at the end of the meal... food was very good! Nice Decor & ambiance. Price alittle on the higher side but you get what you pay for.

Jan 12, 2026
on Google
4.0

Had a very good dinner.

Dec 31, 2025
on Google
5.0

Food & indoor decor was great! Love their mushroom saucing in the brunch items. Only downside is different servers kept coming back for our orders, when we specifically asked for more time to translate the menu; & when I asked about my order that took way longer than the others, the waitress gave me an annoyed look without words.

Dec 31, 2025
on Google
3.0

I came here after seeing Le Passé Composé heavily recommended on social media & marketed as one of Montreal's best brunch spots. Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to the hype.
Our group all ordered the foie gras. I initially wanted to order the pancakes with maple syrup, nuts, & sugar, but they were already sold out. While the waitresses were polite & attentive, the food itself was disappointing. The foie gras portion was extremely small & felt more like a piece of bread topped with a poached egg than a true foie gras dish. On top of that, the food arrived almost cold.
Even though the wait time was reasonable, the quality-to-price ratio is simply not there. I paid $57 (including tip) for the foie gras & an iced matcha latte, which I would not recommend at all. it was about 90% milk & 10% matcha, & once mixed, it tasted like flavorless green milk.
Overall, I would suggest saving your trip & going to another brunch spot, such as Allô Mon Coco. While the food may be less'exotic,' the quality & quantity is noticeably better for the exact same price or even less.

Dec 30, 2025
on Google

The service was good but the food fell a bit flat, especially for the prices they charge. Grilled cheeses for $30+ that are decent at best. We also had the bone marrow duck confit poached egg which to be honest tries to be too many things at once & loses itself in the myriad of fancy ingredients. We were in good company so we enjoyed ourselves but I had much better food for a fraction of the price.

Dec 24, 2025
on Google

Belle découverte! Excellent cuisine!

Dec 20, 2025
on Google

Bon endroit pour le brunch. J'ai pris un grilled-cheese avec frites , la portion était copieuse. La salle est joliment décorée & chaleureuse. Possibilité de réservation en ligne appréciée. Bémol : nous étions très proches de la table voisine.

Dec 19, 2025
on Google
4.0

Beautiful setting, delicious food & presentation. A little on the pricey side.

Dec 17, 2025
on Google
5.0

I went there for brunch. I ordered the ÉVEIL D'ASPERGES, & it was absolutely delicious! The sauce had a unique flavor, & the presentation was nice
My friend ordered the croissant sandwich, which was just average. Overall service was great & atmosphere was cozy & beautiful!

Dec 14, 2025
on Google
3.0

Visuellement, l'endroit est magnifique & le personnel est gentil & attentionné. Même si la place se remplit vite (réservez 2 semaines à l'avance), cela n'était pas très bruyant & il était facile de discuter.
J'ai malheureusement été très décue par la nourriture, cela manquait de saveur, les épinards devenaient pateux en bouche & la gauffre était minuscule en dessous.

Dec 7, 2025
on Google
5.0

Nous avons passé un excellent moment pour le brunch avec mon amie. L'endroit est beau & très bien décoré. Ce n'est pas trop bruyant. Le service est très agréable & rapide. La nourriture est vraiment excellente !!!
Les prix sont très raisonnables pour la qualité.

Dec 7, 2025
on Google