At the heart of downtown Montreal, Benjamin invites you to experience the elegance of a Parisian-inspired steakhouse. In a warm and sophisticated setting, every detail is designed to awaken the senses and create a truly memorable dining experience.
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AAA Canadian beef, dry-aged on site, carefully prepared to highlight its depth of flavor and distinctive character.
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Restaurant Benjamin offers an exceptional dining experience characterized by its elegant, intimate atmosphere and professional, attentive service. Guests frequently praise the high quality of the food, particularly the perfectly cooked steaks, fresh seafood, and exquisite desserts like the Paris-Brest. The restaurant provides a welcoming environment suitable for both special occasions and casual gatherings, with many visitors highlighting the creative cocktails and well-curated wine list. While experiences can occasionally vary, the overwhelming consensus points to a memorable destination that combines culinary craftsmanship with warm hospitality in the heart of downtown Montreal.
Joelle was the friendliest most professional & welcoming server ever. This place is incredible. Wine, food, top notch. Montreal at it's finest. Highly recommend.
my boyfriend & I came here for the first time about two weeks ago to celebrate our anniversary. the appetizers were absolutely wonderful. the tuna platter we ordered was so soft & tender! the martinis were delicious & as for our steak..it was possibly the best steak we've ever had! the server was very knowledgable about the sauces & helped us choose the best one for our steaks. they were perfectly cooked & so so delicious (we are quite particular about steaks, we had absolutely no complaints here!). the only mishap was the fact that the wine we ordered was an expired bottle which had gone bad. we brought it up to the sommelier & they told us they would bring us a new one. however, maybe due to miscommunications during dinner rush on a weekend night, we didn't receive our new bottle until dessert time. the staff were lovely & kindly took the wine bottle off our tab. since we already had a great experience, it wasn't a big issue for us. I would like to thank the team at Benjamin for their great hospitality & service, we cannot wait to come back here & we recommended this place to all our friends!
Went to Benjamin & although it was smaller than expected, it more than exceeded expectations. The atmosphere was enhanced by French music that instantly made the experience feel like a little escape to France, an affordable way to travel without the gas prices.
For starters, we had the burrata, Newfoundland oysters, & snails. The burrata stood out with its subtle sweetness from the peaches, creating a beautifully balanced flavour profile. The snails were a highlight; rich, flavourful, & perfectly prepared.
For mains, we ordered the steak & sea bass. The steak was incredibly buttery & tender, easily one of the best I've ever had & something I'd return for alone. The sea bass, paired with wild mushrooms, was equally impressive; even as someone who doesn't usually enjoy fish, I found myself genuinely loving it.
Everything was paired with a fruity white wine (Aix), thoughtfully recommended by our lovely waitresses Stacy & Daniella. To start the night, Daniella also treated us to one of her signature yuzu shots… a perfect & refreshing opener.
Overall, a fantastic experience from start to finish. If you haven't been yet, it's definitely worth visiting because I know I'll be going back.
Jun 14, 2026
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It was Easter. I was walking with my family mear Peel & we found this restaurant... As we didn't reserve in advance, we went inside & the hostess was able to find us a table. The waitress was very kind too. We tried'Benjamin Wagyu Burger' (8/10), the'Croque de Pâques' (6/10),'Omelette fromage & champignons' (7/10). They have a large variety of good wine.
Exceptional service from start to finish. Huge thanks to David P his recommendations were spot on, & he really knows his wine.
This steakhouse is clearly on its way to becoming a must-visit, thanks to both the outstanding quality & the attention to detail from the staff.
The atmosphere feels like a Parisian bistro, & you get that impression right as you walk in, with a beautiful display showcasing their premium cuts. They also have an impressive wine cellar with a great selection.
Special mention to the meat quality especially the wagyu carpaccio, which was absolutely incredible.
Menu states dry aged 10 oz steak. Ordered rare. It was rare, & very tough. It was also much smaller than any 10oz ive ever had. For 68 dollars, it really felt like a scam. The sauce was supposed to be perigourdine for an extra price, but it ?only tasted burned bovril. My partner's filet mignon cooked medium well had blood on the plate, which implies steak never rested before serving.
For a restaurant that bills itself as premium steak house, it was worse than the keg.
Had boudin, deviled eggs, bone marrow, & confi leeks for app. The boudin was hard fried. The confi leeks were served cold. The bone marrow was minimal despite being in a massive bone. The deviled eggs were runny. It felt like room service food at a moderately expensive hotel.
The drinks were great. They just made them in batches then would hand them out to everyone in batches which meant waiting. Lots of waiting. They even asked me to wait for the manager before giving me my bill. 30 min later I asked if I could pay so I could leave. Never saw the manager. Bill was 300 +tip for 4 apps two mains 1 8oz glass if wine, 1 mixed drink, 1 glass prosecco.
My fiancé & I planned a date night dinner here. The atmosphere is very nice romantic, classy. The service was very friendly & helpful. The food quality is OK however a bit on the pricey side for what you get. My lobster dish could've come with two tails for the price & the risotto was a bit on the heavy side. I would also recommend perhaps getting a bottle of wine versus by the glass. Depending on the wine, a glass can be $45. Overall we enjoyed our time there. I'll be sure to order the crabcake again it was delicious & well priced.
Nice Buzz, Nice setting. Friendly & Efficient Staff. In general food was good, wine great, but, Lobster Thermidor, not so…5 out of 10, so-so lobster tail not great recipe, I make much better at home. Would be much better if Half fresh lobster instead of frozen lobster tail, Owners could still reach decent price point…Risotto was great. desserts really good. Overall, nice evening.
Went here for lunch. Service. Food recommendations were all 5 star.
Our server David P was FANTASTIC for his recommendations for both wine & food.
Definitely ask for him he is a gentleman. Friendly to speak to & smiling the whole time.
He respected that we were having a business lunch all while smiling & being charming
Le Benjamin in Montréal delivers an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. The atmosphere is warm & intimate, the service attentive without ever feeling intrusive, & the food is simply superb. I started with the escargots, beautifully prepared with Madeiro wine that highlighted every bite, followed by a perfectly seasoned boeuf tartare that struck the ideal balance of freshness & depth. Every dish felt thoughtful & expertly executed. A place I'll happily return to.
