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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
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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.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac

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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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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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Tanya
5.0

It's been a family tradition to go here for breakfast when I visit Montreal. We go a few times per year. Service is always absolutely amazing, & food is delicious with big portions. I love this place & will continue to go for our family tradition of brunch. Only downfall is they recently started charging a fee for sharing plates

Jan 8, 2026
on Google
Diane
3.0

Pour un brunch les Eggs Benedict
Très froid pas chaud & le bruit incroyable
Vue du fleuve bien
Pas plus
Très cher 60 $
Pour 2 assiettes & café compris
Rien d autre

Dec 14, 2025
on Google
Lynn
4.0

Nice brunch spot by the water, decent brunch offerings, & friendly service.

Oct 5, 2025
on Google
François
5.0

Belle place, belle ambiance, prix raisonnable, super pour les brunchs en famille

Sep 13, 2025
on Google
Paul
5.0

Tres Bien situé, Bord de l'eau, Verdun !

Restaurant Crescendo est une adresse idéale pour les déjeuners, brunchs ou dîners, surtout si vous recherchez une expérience conviviale avec vue sur le fleuve :

Points forts :

Personnels tres sympatiques

Vue panoramique sur le Saint-Laurent.

Ambiance lumineuse, chaleureuse & familiale.

Menu varié (italien, brunch, café, cocktails).

Accessibilité & confort (Wi-Fi, terrasse, parking).

Aug 19, 2025
on Google
Sandra
5.0

Amazing food & service! Had brunch & it was awesome! Recommend 100%

Aug 1, 2025
on Google
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5.0

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
Anna
5.0

J'aime la terasse l'été pour les brunch!

Jul 10, 2025
on Google
Ryadh
5.0

Magnifique endroit avec terrasse bord de l'eau. Excellent brunch & service courtoisie & professionnel.

Jul 4, 2025
on Google
John
5.0

We hosted a family brunch event for 65 people at Crescendo with three menu options. The food was really good. The service was impeccable. We were very happy to have chosen Crescendo.

May 26, 2025
on Google
Shamim
5.0

We always go for brunch & definitely is a great place, with nice view, good food, & friendly staff. This time we celebrated my husbands 40th birthday with a big group of friends & family & everything was amazing. We had a 3 course menu & the food was great as always. The staff were very friendly & went beyond our expectations.

Dec 16, 2024
on Google
Carole
4.0

Le service était excellent. Le repas était bon mais sans plus, la sauce des moules ainsi que celle de la salade césar était trop dilué. J'y suis allée aussi précédemment pour un brunch & là leur déjeuner était très bon. Ça dépend ce que vous prenez.

Nov 29, 2024
on Google
Helen
5.0

Great brunch, service & view.

Oct 20, 2024
on Google
SlehEddine
5.0

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

Sep 2, 2024
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Khalil
3.0

The brunch was very average in both taste & quality. However, the place is very nice, & we enjoyed the atmosphere around us .

Aug 13, 2024
on Google
Farshid
5.0

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
Kate
2.0

Thought I had a delightful girls brunch on the water there & was going to suggest it to my family the next time they were looking to get together. Food was just okay, but the place is lovely. My bubble was burst after a friend spoke up about a weirdly advertised meal (The deux deux deux). While the manager comped her meal he came up to her as we were leaving & said he didn't want her business. He's lost more than hers!

Jun 30, 2024
on Google
Katayoon
5.0

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
Moussa
5.0

Family friendly, amazing location w a view on the water, only tried the brunch, looking forward to trying lunch/dinner menu

Jun 23, 2024
on Google
Aarti
2.0

Went for Mother's Day brunch today .. they were so no prepared for he big crowd . Wait time was toooooooo long approx 40 mins for taking the order & then another 30 for serving ... The pancakes for the kids were so disappointing..with a some dried Nutella in the middle .. There was no difference in the crepe & pancake . The vegetarian omelet had pieces of bacon:

May 12, 2024
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