Au Pied de Cochon serves as a temple of unapologetic indulgence, prioritizing rich, meat-centric preparations that celebrate traditional Quebecois culinary roots. The menu emphasizes decadent ingredients, most notably featuring foie gras integrated into hearty comfort dishes like poutine and tourtière. Every preparation centers on high-calorie, soul-warming plates that challenge modern notions of restraint by utilizing every part of the animal. The kitchen specializes in robust, rustic cooking techniques that favor heavy sauces, deep fats, and generous portions. Patrons encounter an environment defined by clamorous energy and direct, high-volume production that mirrors the intensity of the kitchen. This institution remains a focal point for those seeking a singular, visceral experience centered on the unbridled application of butter, cream, and meticulously sourced proteins in every singular serving.
Au Pied de Cochon is widely regarded as a must-visit culinary institution in Montreal, famous for its unapologetically rich, decadent, and bold Quebecois cuisine. Many patrons praise the signature dishes, particularly the duck in a can and various foie gras preparations, noting that the food is both creative and deeply comforting. While the experience is frequently described as memorable and lively, some visitors mention the restaurant can be loud, cramped, and quite pricey. Most reviews highlight the exceptional, warm, and attentive service provided by the staff, which significantly enhances the atmosphere despite occasional long wait times or reservation challenges. While a few diners found the food too heavy or the experience less refined than expected, the overwhelming consensus is that it offers a unique and indulgent gastronomic adventure that justifies its long-standing reputation.
Grabbed bar seats facing the kitchen at Au Pied de Cochon & it was the best seat in the house. Watching the line move all night, the discipline & energy back there, it's a masterclass - total controlled chaos executed flawlessly, plate after plate. If you love food, ask for the counter.
The food itself was phenomenal from start to finish - rich, indulgent, unapologetically Québécois, exactly what this place is famous for. Every dish landed.
Service matched the kitchen. Our server was sharp, warm, & clearly loved the menu - walked us through everything without a hint of script. The GM also came by to check in, genuinely engaged, not just doing rounds. That kind of top-to-bottom hospitality is rare.
If you're in Montreal & want to see a great kitchen in action while eating some of the best food in the city, sit at the counter. Cannot recommend enough.
Diva !! they roll on their fame .. try somewhere else .. the minimum is to respect the reservation schedule not to change the time overnight & tell to the people to swallow your unprofessional way of doing !!
Belle expérience. Belle & bonne cuisine du vrai Martin Picard.
Il n'y avais pas de morue au menu ce soir la alors un peu decu etant diabetique mais jai adoré la longe de porc & ses accompagnements. Bravo a vous tout. Service de fou. Ils sont aimables & bien polis.
I was honestly extremely scared for the stuffed pig's foot & assortment of foie gras related entrees. Especially since they touted themselves as the #1 producer of foie gras in the entire world, which I kindve find hard to believe. The inside was very nicely decorated, with lots of custom made cutlery, plates, & alcohols. The waiter was very hospitable, explained all the specials & dishes simply & made us all feel very welcome. The food did take a long time to come out, but we were able to get our drinks & appetizers out relatively quickly so it didn't bother us too much. I really loved the poutine & tagliatelle, & the pigs foot actually wasn't as terrifying as I thought it would be. A slight livery aftertaste, but nothing too crazy, just really fatty which wasn't my favorite. We also ordered their maple syrup based pie dessert which was heavenly. Overall, a great experience, but maybe pigs foot just isn't for me. Would recommend.
Stop & ban the sale of foie gras in Canada. It involves animal torture that centers around force feeding ducks multiple times a day, & extremely inhumane, disgusting practices.
Excellent meal & experience. I sat at the 30s (bar table overseeing the kitchen). Staff was friendly & service was great! The fois gras turine with maple truffle sauce is a must try. Everything tasted great. I will definitely return.
The experience here at Au Pied de Cochon was absolutely worth the trip to Montreal. I recommend getting anything that have foie gras. Their pork tenderloin was really good, & the foie gras with the truffle butter was amazing.
Came here for a birthday dinner. Experience was complete ruined after I mentioned I had nut allergies & there was nuts in my food. I told the waitress & the manager to take my plate away as I was having an allergic reaction, they then took it away & 30 seconds later they brought it back & put it back in my face insisting I'm lying & word for word said as my throat is closing'are you sure its not because you dont like the food'. They have like 3 main menu items full of nuts so this says a lot about the cleanliness in the kitchen. In the end I asked for something to eat to at least not have an em'ty stomach & they brought some tomato dish with an absolutely disgusting amount of salt. I'm not even sure how that's possible but I can only imagine it was done on purpose. I later had to pay the bill in full excluding only the plate with nuts. The rest of the experience was ruined for me already though.
