Le Pois Penché
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Le Pois Penché
Located in Hotel Chez Swann
Opens Today at 10 am
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Sat & Sun: 10am-3:30pm.
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About us
Paris may be an ocean away, but the art of casual French bistro dining is not lost at Le Pois Penché in the heart of downtown Montréal.
The menu reads like a who’s-who of Parisian comfort food favourites, with beloved classics the likes of steak tartare and duck confit in mustard sauce alongside an array of spectacular seafood platters. Boasting one of the most interesting wine collections in the city, Le Pois Penché offers an impressive selection of imported bottles and wines by the glass.
This authentic French brasserie delivers fine cuisine in simple opulence: plush red velvet, checkerboard floor tile, crystal chandeliers, large paintings and a blackboard listing the daily specials on the wall. In the middle, a large bar; around it, busy waiters flitting to and from, outfitted in the traditional white shirt, black vest and apron. French bistro, through and through.
Le Pois Penché’s terrasse buzzes with animated conversation while its private banquet rooms reserve their splendour for group functions. Le Cellier, in particular, offers a sumptuous venue for events up to 70 guests, with vibrant Parisian settings by artist Pierre Pivet, a vaulted brick ceiling, and the restaurant’s prized wine cellars displayed behind sleek glass panels. Connected to the brasserie, Salon Chez Swann, in the boutique hotel of the same name, is ideal for groups of 24 guests or less.
Our Specialties
Oyster bar, Tartares (salmon, tuna, beef) & shellfish platters.
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 150 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, InteracMore details
Sat & Sun: 10am-3:30pm.
For groups of 50 people or more.
We have a large selection of private imports, and we specialize in organic and natural wines.
Located in Hotel Chez Swann
Our private dining room can seat up to 80 people, perfect for business meetings as well (equipped with screen, projector, sound and microphone).
60 seats.
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Service staff & manager are just incredible, one of the best service I've had.
Jan 9, 2026
on Google
Nous avons pris deux sièges au bar & avons été servis par Clément qui nous as offert un super service, super gentil, nous as recommandé de délicieuses huîtres françaises, de délicieux repas & vins. Je recommande 100%
Jan 6, 2026
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Nous avons adoré l'endroit , l'excellence du service effectué par Mme Marwah , les délicieux plats servis & l'acceuil du personnel on ne peut plus ... accueillant. Mon amoureuse & moi faisions partis d'un groupe de six personnes & nous avons hâte de revenir chez vous cette fois ci à deux .
Jan 4, 2026
on Google
Easily one of the best French restaurant we have visited. It's located right at downtown Montreal, only 5 minutes drive from most hotel in the area. The oysters were fresh & packed with flavour. The baguette is impossibly soft, we could not believe it. Lamb was slow cooked to perfection, taste amazing & the texture is soft, charcolly on the outside & super soft on the inside. On top of that the staff is so friendly made us feel right at home. It was my birthday dinner, I got a suprise treat & live performance of the happy birthday song. Unforgettable memory!
Jan 3, 2026
on Google
Service impeccable de Clement. Un belle ambiance avec un chanteur de belles balades pas en continu ce qui nous permet d'apprécier les mélodies. Nourriture excellente & que dire du vacherin ❣?
Jan 2, 2026
on Google
We had a nice dinner for NYE & we love this wonderful restaurant, the people who work here are very gently 😊 Special Thanks to Gregory! he make us feel like home, we love the ambiance with th Dj that we enjoy & Dance highly recommend ❤🤩 we definitely come back for that soupe d'oignion soon
Jan 1, 2026
on Google
This restaurant is truly excellent & worth every penny. We sat at the bar & Emma took care of us. She was so sweet & lovely & made the *BEST* recommendations. Do NOT miss out on the scallop ceviche. Every recommendation she made was out of this world. We will definitely go back! Thank you, Emma!
Jan 1, 2026
on Google
Very good recommendation from a friend.
I really enjoyed the duck & the restaurant is beautiful.
Dec 25, 2025
on Google
Nous avons célébré notre fête de fin d'année de bureau au restaurant Le Pois Penché samedi dernier & l'expérience a été exceptionnelle du début à la fin. ⭐?
Un immense merci à Youssef, Mehdi & Loïc pour leur service impeccable : attentifs, professionnels & toujours prêts à anticiper nos besoins. Ils se sont adaptés sans problème à nos demandes de dernière minute & ont su offrir un service rapide & chaleureux.
Les repas étaient délicieux, servis chauds & de grande qualité. La salle de réception est superbe, parfaite pour une soirée corporative ou tout type d'événement.
Je recommande fortement Le Pois Penché pour une expérience mémorable ! 👏✨
Dec 2, 2025
on Google
Nous sommes allés pour le party de Noël. Bel endroit, mais beaucoup de va-&-vient. Service excellent.
Dec 1, 2025
on Google
Premier repas dans ce restaurant,
Les points positifs :
- Un très bel accueil, un personnel attentif & avenant
- Nous avons bénéficié d'un très bon service, en adéquation avec le prix demandé
Côté repas:
- les entrées : escargots: plat très bon avec de belles portions & une belle vaisselle.
les points négatifs : les plats
Les moules étaient bonnes, mais une quantité assez limitée.
& le tartare de boeuf: juste impossible de reconnaître la viande, un assaisonnement non maîtrisé qui simplement dénature & efface le produit. J'adore ce plat, je le prends assez fréquement, & c'est la première fois que je n ai pas été capable d'en manger plus que la moitié.
Au final plus de 200$ avec les taxes, entrées & plats pour deux, avec un verre de chablis chacun.
Alors ce n'était peut-être pas le meilleur soir pour la cuisine.
Nov 29, 2025
on Google
Visiting Montreal a week ago. Visited the first of three nights. It was so good, we came back the third night! Wonderful French bistro. Many classics on menu, with interesting alternatives. The escargot was delicious. Expertly prepared tasty duck confit. Loved the onion soup & hanger steak as well. The baguette was perfect. I could have eaten two baskets. Nice, warm & inviting decor, with red banquets. Service was excellent. A special thank you to our server Marwa. Highly recommended!
Nov 27, 2025
on Google
We had an amazing experience here for MTL a la Table. Our server, Emma, gave us excellent food & wine recommendations & made the entire meal that much more enjoyable. The food was 10/10 & the ambiance at the restaurant was great.
Nov 12, 2025
on Google
On a recent trip to Montreal, I stopped into this spot for dinner, & it turned out to be an absolutely fantastic evening from start to finish. Every part of the meal was spot-on - I had mussels with a side of fries, but the real standout was the starter: a bold, hearty, & perfectly spicy ceviche. I'd go back just for that dish alone.
I wrapped things up with a crème brûlée kissed with smoky bourbon - a clever twist on a timeless classic that was the perfect finale.
The atmosphere is everything you'd want from a true Brasserie - warm, lively, & unpretentious, with a beautiful central bar anchoring the room. I chose a seat at the bar & couldn't have been happier with the service. The team was friendly, funny, & clearly passionate about what they do.
All in all, a stellar experience - great food, great vibe, & great people. Highly recommend a visit!
Nov 12, 2025
on Google