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Restaurant Crescendo RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Crescendo RestoMontreal.ca
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$$ & $$$
OPEN8 am - 9 pm
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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
4.5469 ratings
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Reviews for Restaurant Crescendo

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*as of 2026-05-23
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Review Summary

Crescendo offers a bright, welcoming vibe with a diverse menu that covers breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, and the food is consistently delicious with generous portions. The river view and terrace provide a special setting for meals or gatherings, with service described as friendly, attentive, and efficient. Guests note flexible options for groups and events, reliable quality, and good value, while a few reviews mention occasional crowds and areas that could be improved. Overall, Crescendo comes across as a dependable spot for a range of occasions, where good food, nice ambiance, and a memorable riverside setting keep diners returning.
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Jacques
5.0

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

Jun 7, 2024
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Quentin
5.0

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

Jun 2, 2024
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Michel
5.0

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

Jun 1, 2024
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Louise
5.0

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

Jun 1, 2024
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Kathya
5.0

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
Pierina
5.0

Great food, reasonable price, great staff, great location

May 19, 2024
on Google
S
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
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Chantal
4.0

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
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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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Reza
4.0

It was a good experience & atmosphere. Had chicken parmesan, it need some improvement especially on the sauce since it was acidic.

May 11, 2024
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Mitch
5.0

Very good service.

Apr 29, 2024
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Carolanne
5.0

Très bon restaurant pour dejeuner avec vue sur le fleuve. Abordable avec de bonne portion. Super service rapide & courtois. Rien a dire je vais y retourner a coup sur.

Apr 29, 2024
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Ali
4.0

One of the most delightful atmospheres in Montreal, boasting an amazing view of the St. Lawrence River throughout all seasons. Perfect for brunch, with courteous & attentive staff, & it's reasonably priced with a variety of menu options. If you plan to use public transportation, the Verdun station is about 6-7 min walking.

Apr 28, 2024
on Google
Douglas
5.0

Riverside Italian restaurant with great mussels! Superb service, generous portions, not expensive & great views of the St Lawrence. $16 Cad for more than I could eat & bread served with marinara. So I splurged on the creme brulee. Would return next time in Montreal.

Apr 23, 2024
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Sylviane
5.0

Beau, bon & pas trop chers. Le serveur était très gentil. Pas de réservation. Donc si l'on ait quelques personnes, ils faut s'armer de patience. Mais les assiettes sont abondantes & la nourriture arrive rapidement. L'attente en vaut la peine.

Apr 22, 2024
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Bonnie
3.0

First time in Montreal, visiting from America. The menu had a great selection. Our waitress was quite rude to us though because we didnt speak french. Our food was delicious & plentiful. Our waitress didnt come to our table much & when it was time to pay our check, she had attitude. Her attitude made us uncomfortable but the food made up for some of it. I would get take out from there, but idk if i would dine there again.

Apr 21, 2024
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Rana
5.0

Nice place

Apr 2, 2024
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Marie-Ève
5.0

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
W
5.0

Hubby was feeling romantic, & so he chose this lovely restaurant with an amazing view. We have absolutely no complaints. Everyone was so friendly! My favorite was the flan. It was the perfect combination of sweet & slightly bitter. Hubby loved the pasta & mushroom soup. We will definitely be returning to try the other dishes.

Feb 12, 2024
on Google
Ana
5.0

Hope you keep it up for a long time !

Jan 7, 2024
on Google
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