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

Restaurant Crescendo

Group-friendly venue with grounds overlooking the river
Verdun
4.5$$ & $$$
OPEN8 am - 9 pm
Monday
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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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Bavette de boeuf & frites! Délicieux, cuit parfaitement & assaisonnée juste assez. Bonne portion de frites juliennes, super bonnes! Je recommande!

Jun 27, 2024
on Google

Aujourd'hui, nous sommes allés au restaurant Crescendo avec plus de 40 personnes & le service était rapide, la nourriture délicieuse. J'ai opté pour une salade César. Bien que la salade soit correcte, elle pourrait être améliorée. En revanche, le dessert était délicieux. Quant à la sangria rouge, elle aurait besoin d'une amélioration, car son goût n'était pas tout à fait satisfaisant. C'est un endroit agréable mais qui pourrait bénéficier de quelques ajustements.

Jun 27, 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

Friendly service & good food

Jun 24, 2024
on Google

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

Supper : Excellent tasty gastronomical, many choices of dishes. But, they serve the Margarita drinks in regular glasses & not the Margarita cups (-1*). Breakfast : Very good food, but the fruits that come with most dishes are limited. Prices are reasonable.

Jun 21, 2024
on Google

La famille est allée fêter l'anniversaire de maman. C'était bon, le service est impeccable & la terrasse est accueillante. Les prix sont justes.

Jun 21, 2024
on Google

Amazing location & great service...

Jun 18, 2024
on Google

Bonne bouffe pour des repas entre amis très bon service

Jun 14, 2024
on Google

Une expérience délectable dans un cadre très agréable & même surprenant. A bientôt Crescendo!

Jun 9, 2024
on Google

Une équipe très sympa, la cuisine c'est pas trop mais délicieuse. On a profité de la belle vue.

Jun 7, 2024
on Google

Tout le personnel se présente avec un sourire communicateur. Service impeccable, nourriture très bonne. On va revenir c'est sur!

Jun 7, 2024
on Google

Roger ainsi que le propriétaire étaient très professionnels & gentilles.Je recommande fortement ce restaurant

Jun 2, 2024
on Google

Tellement beau, plusieurs salles séparées. Accueil chaleureux, présence discrète mais efficace.

Jun 1, 2024
on Google

Toujours intéressant de manger sur le bord de l'eau bon service bonne bouffe.

Jun 1, 2024
on Google

Le 25 mai était la journée de ma réception de mon mariage & je suis très contente de dire que c'était un succès. Très bel environnement & très bon service. Surtout si vous voulez sauvé de l'argent en terme de réception, ça vaut tellement la peine. Merci à Martin responsable du restaurant très gentil & très professionnel. Plus la nourriture est super bonne. Je le recommande à tout le monde.

May 26, 2024
on Google

Great food, reasonable price, great staff, great location

May 19, 2024
on Google
5.0

Tout était excellent, service, repas (entrées, repas & dessert) table d'hôte pour groupe. Portion bonne, on avait peine à terminer nos assiettes. Sur le bord de l'eau. Je recommande fortement & ce n'est pas la première fois qu'on y va en grand groupe.

May 16, 2024
on Google

First time there. The service was very amicable. We enjoyed our food. My spouse took the Flank steak & it was tender & I had the lasagna. It was a traditional layered lasagna & I liked it. The decor is a little outdated but the view of the waterfront is very nice. Will return for sure

May 15, 2024
on Google

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
on Google