At Pincette- Lobster Bar, transport yourselves to a chic lobster shack in the East Coast of Canada. With lobster as the main item on the menu, our restaurant presents a variety of unique dishes including lobster poutine, lobster pasta, lobster mac and cheese, as well as classic dishes such as lobster rolls and of course, whole lobster. Enjoy a full raw bar as well as a range of seafood platters including Fish & Chips, linguine with clams and oysters.
Perfect for lunch or dinner
Located on St-Paul street right next to the infamous Place Jacques-Cartier square, enjoy a delicious meal with a warm and intimate ambiance in the heart of Old Montreal. Try our lobster dishes, seafood and hamburgers for lunch or dinner.
Take advantage of our terrace in the summer as well!
Our Specialties
Unique dishes including lobster poutine, lobster pasta, lobster mac and cheese, as well as classic dishes such as lobster rolls and of course, whole lobster.
Reviews describe Pincette as a cozy, charming seafood haven in Old Montreal with a warm, attentive staff and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere that makes it great for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Diners consistently praise the lobster dishes, from lobster ravioli and lobster poutine to lobster roll and lobster tail with risotto, noting exceptionally fresh seafood and skillful preparations. The service is frequently highlighted as professional, friendly, and knowledgeable, with servers guiding guests through the menu and wine pairings. The setting, including patios and beautiful stone interiors, plus windows for people watching, adds to a memorable dining experience. Portions are described as generous for some dishes and well priced for the area, with several mentions of generous portions and good value. The menu offers a focused but appealing seafood lineup with standout starters like grilled octopus, oysters, clam chowder, and ceviches, and desserts and cocktails that complement the meals. Overall, Pincette is regarded as a top choice in the Old Port for seafood lovers, offering consistent quality, memorable service, and a welcoming ambience that invites return visits.
Service, food & overall everything was outstanding. The staff is super friendly, ambiance is spot on. I had the lobster roll & the mi-cuit au chocolat. Everything was amazing. Prices are reasonable considering it is in the heart of Old Montreal.
Would come back any time.
We stopped there while searching for lobster roll & we were not disappointed. The fried fish wa not impressive & the baba au rhum as well but lobster roll was very good. Portion could be a little bigger as getting a second of thesr would be too much. Nice welcome at the entrance with someone ready to take you to your table. Service was good & friendly & food was delicious. The restaurant is spacious with a lot of tables.
We had the grilled octopus & oysters as an appetizer, they were both delicious! For meals we had the lobster roll & lobster. Both were good but not wow. I was expecting the lobster roll to be a bit bigger with chunkier lobster pieces (expectation from what I saw people eating when walking by their exterior terrace in the summer time ). Overall it was good , the service was great. I would come back!
My husband & I ordered the clam chowder , the seafood inside were not fresh... very disappointing 😞
My nephew ordered lobster roll & one oyster were fresh , thanks God.
Cute little seafood restaurant on Rue St Paul that is known for its lobster rolls. We've been there multiple times & always had good food & great service.
The wine list is limited but adequate. Ambiance is casual.
Beautiful place but it left a lot to be desired. Staff was attentive. The only beers I wanted they had ran out of, went for Oysters but they were only available after 5. To be fair I did go on a Monday. Clam chowder was good, the lobster roll was drowned out by the dressings thay put on it -
Willing to give them a second chance - thank you !
Oct 31, 2025
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Nice format for a tourist restaurant. Small menu, decent food, reasonable prices. Good place for a lobster if you want that. Lobster roll was ruined by tasteless, soggy bun. We are the lobster as a salad instead; it was a bit too salty that way. Servers were professional & friendly. Grilled fish was good. Couscous ok but again heavy on the salt.
Food was just ok, service was not great. We tried a lobster roll & the surf & turf. The steak was the star of the show, the lobster tail was overcooked. The lobster roll didn't have much flavor & several pieces of shell in it, i liked the salad better than the lobster roll (if you know me, that is not a good sign as to the lobster roll).
Was looking to eat a lobster roll for lunch & decided on the lobster poutine instead. It was delicious! The lobster was cooked perfectly & the gravy with a mayo sauce that tasted like lobster was chef's kiss. A must when in Old Montreal. Rose was very nice.
Sep 10, 2025
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Not a must try, but if you are looking for a yummy lobster roll & in the area, it's a great spot. Fresh salad, delicious fries, & solid lobster roll. Service was fast & the staff was really nice. Good place to sit outside & people watch.
The service was outstanding, welcoming, knowledgeable & genuinely enthusiastic. Now, let's talk about the food. The grilled lobster was well cooked, with a smoky char that elevated the sweet, tender meat. The lobster roll was equally good, packed with huge chunks of fresh lobster & just the right amount of dressing. Prices are okay for a tourist spot in Montreal.
Aug 11, 2025
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Had an absolute amazing time with my boyfriend here! Food was very delicious. We came for the lobster roll & we were not dissapointed. Everything was so good. The server, an asian guy with tattoos, was super nice & sweet.
Btw, just wanted to add that people who write reviews like'the server should fight the homeless man for smoking next to the patio' need to go check their mental health. Servers should take care of your drinks & food. As a european myself I am so shocked by the way some people expect the server to be their mom, dad & bodyguard. Chill.
Love the place, love our server, love the food! ❤?❤?❤?
Food is absolutely terrible & pricey for how poor the quality is. The oysters were not fresh, the lobster was tiny, & the lobster rolls was dry & cold. The roll was not buttered or toasted. I will never come again & unless you want to pay for terrible food, I would say don't come here.
Love the lobster roll lunch but the mussels were undercooked (some were kind of raw). Service & atmosphere are good overall. A bit slow due to lunch time.
