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Restaurant Crescendo RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Crescendo RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Crescendo RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Crescendo RestoMontreal.ca
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Restaurant Crescendo

Group-friendly venue with grounds overlooking the river
Verdun
4.5$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 8 am
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ItalianBreakfastPastaGrillSeafood/FishMusselsGluten-free OptionsBrunchResto-Bar

About us

Your Window on the River...

Located on Lasalle Boulevard at the intersection of Démarchais, in a park setting, Restaurant Crescendo was elegantly built in 2002 at a cost of three million dollars, with the ultimate goal of delighting all your senses. Whether you find yourself on our spectacular 90-seat terrace or in our 140-seat dining room, whose abundant windows offer breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River and Île-des-Sœurs, you are in for a treat.

You will discover refined, evolving Italian cuisine accompanied by personalized and friendly service. Crescendo is open daily, preparing dishes of exceptional freshness just for you. Whether it's for breakfast, a four-course table d’hôte lunch, or a five-course dinner starting at $41, you and your guests will be thoroughly delighted.

In the dining room, Martin Bernier, the owner, welcomes you into a setting where maple wood, stainless steel, and stained glass blend seamlessly to create an enchanting ambiance. Martin will guide you through the exceptional wines in our extensive wine cellar and advise you on our wide variety of privately imported wines, with bottles starting at an affordable $28.

Crescendo does much more than just serve meals—we offer a memorable experience. We work hard to provide impeccable and personalized service along with an excellent selection of dishes and wines. After all, whether you're celebrating a birthday, a special occasion, a professional success, or simply enjoying a lovely evening out, it's our priority to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Our Specialties

Breakfast, Homemade lasagna, Beef bavette, Sole fillet, Mussels & Calamari fritti.

Amenities, services & more

We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

More details

Possibility of reserving one of our reception rooms which can accommodate up to 110 people
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Reviews for Restaurant Crescendo

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on Google4.3 (1800+)
*as of 2026-04-04
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Review Summary

Crescendo stands out for its scenic riverfront setting, inviting atmosphere, and a terrace that showcases the water views, paired with convenient parking. The menu earns frequent praise for reliable quality, generous portions, and flavors across breakfast, brunch, and dinner, with guests noting dishes that feel homemade and satisfying. Service is repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, with staff accommodating groups and special requests to ensure a smooth dining experience. The waterfront location and value make it a popular choice for family meals, celebrations, and casual outings, with many appreciating the lively yet welcoming vibe. Some feedback mentions occasional noise or a need for cleaner washrooms, but these concerns are seldom defining compared with the overall positive impressions.
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Nice restaurant, lots of parking, reliable quality of food & service, beautiful view of the water & bike path, lovely outdoor terrace in the summertime. However I cannot give this restaurant 5 stars because their washrooms were filthy, & that is an important detail for me. To begin with they are cramped & dark, the sink is leaking into a bucket beneath it, the garbages had not been emptied & were overflowing, & the smell was awful. (It may have been something in the water, I don't know.) I would love to recommend this restaurant, but this tainted my opinion, unfortunately. They seriously need to fix this issue.

Feb 23, 2026
on Google

Delicious food, lovely waitress, beautiful view

Dec 29, 2025
on Google

My husband brought me there for supper after he tried their breakfast. The restaurant sits beside St. Laurence river in a nice surrounding. We were seated in the terrace equipped with heater to keep us comfortably warm. The view of the river is beautiful. The waiters are very courteous & cater to our needs attentively. We will surely bring/ recommend our friends & family here!!

Oct 3, 2025
on Google

We being there for breakfast couple of times, great service & beautiful view from the terrasse or inside along the windows

Aug 23, 2025
on Google

Went for a weekend brunch.
What a beautiful place to start a morning with the river view! A top-notch service as well

Jul 10, 2025
on Google

A beautiful place with great food, perfect for enjoying time with family or friends. The service is excellent, & the team is very welcoming. Don't miss the chance to enjoy your coffee with a lovely view.

Nov 11, 2024
on Google

Today was my first time coming here, the waitress was great, the food was phenomenal, the presentation was EVERYTHING. I will definitely be coming back! I recommend the strawberry banana crepes with chocolate. The terrasse was beautiful looking out into the water. Thank you thank you thank you

Sep 16, 2024
on Google

Beautiful view, nice atmosphere, decent prices, good portions. No wait line for a brunch on a holiday !! Free parking

Sep 2, 2024
on Google

Sooooo good Maryline with her angel smile make the service top of the line, thank you for all the team You have to try it guys , everything is so good. Maryline with her angel smile make the service the best ever,all respect for all the team thank you so much Top top location , eat your breakfast beside the marina river , beautiful waitress & fast service , very good presentation Employees are super respectful helpful & super well trained , the view are amazing you can stay enjoy the food just it's hard to leave because it's so good

Sep 1, 2024
on Google

I wasn't aware that the building also housed a popular brunch spot until a friend, who lives nearby, took me there. The ambiance, combined with the friendliness of the owner & staff, was truly impressive. The menu offered a wide variety of options, & everything was beautifully presented. I particularly enjoyed the brunch, especially the view of the beautiful water. Their fresh orange juice was incredibly delicious. Moreover, the place is very accessible for wheelchair users & those with other assistive devices. If you're looking for a delightful brunch experience with great accessibility, this is the place to go.

Aug 8, 2024
on Google

The food was delicious, great service, & beautiful views.

Jul 26, 2024
on Google

Beautiful location, no surprises on the menu. Got busy fast, slowing service a bit.

Jul 19, 2024
on Google

So if you wanna have a yum yum brunch with the beautiful view of the river , that's the spot .

Jun 25, 2024
on Google

One of my favorite restaurant for breakfast! The waiters are always nice, the food is good & the view is beautiful if you're sitting next to a window. I like to go on their terrace during summer. The bread is very basic. Potatoes are seasoned which is nice.

Feb 28, 2024
on Google
5.0

From the decor , with the ambiance , the beautiful view (the water), the location & the variety of menus & tasty foods offered - it is always a pleasure to pass by ! Beautiful ambiance & Service ! The Waiters offer a great Service. Accessible & fresh. Tasty & beyond fresh coffee , bread & Breakfast - overall. Various menus to chose from with all kinds of options available. Family & group - like ambiance too. The menus from Breakfast to evening with combos - Specials are great ! Always memorable. A pleasure to pass by. - Romantic setting with Service offered by a staff that cares about customers. See u guys soon ! Grazie. Merci , Thank You Crescendo !

Dec 3, 2023
on Google
5.0

That is my favourite restaurant for brunch: tasty food, amiable personnel, & a very beautiful environment near the river.

Dec 3, 2023
on Google
5.0

I absoulutley recommend this restaurant! We had our wedding reception held there & it was amazing! The owner Martin was was so friendly & attentive The server was great! The food was enjoyed by all guests It is right along the water it has a beautiful atmosphere inside & out

Nov 25, 2023
on Google

Beautiful scenery Great food Great service & Great food 🎯✅

Sep 25, 2023
on Google

Very nice place by the st. Lawrence river. Beautiful park surroundings, massive deck patio. It was a Sunday & it was full of older folk enjoying the huge menu of excellent food. A bit expensive but damn good food.

Sep 17, 2023
on Google