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Restaurant Crescendo RestoMontreal.ca
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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 Tomorrow 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
4.5461 ratings
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Reviews for Restaurant Crescendo

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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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Lina
5.0

Très agréable, personnel accueillant, lieux propre

May 2, 2026
on Google
Marie-Ginette
5.0

Qualité prix & vue sur le bord de l eau c est un restaurant a visiter. Tout près du pont Champlain.

Apr 26, 2026
on Google
Angela
5.0

I'd passed by this restaurant many times before finally deciding to have brunch there. I ordered a bagel with smoked salmon, which was very reasonably priced & offered a beautiful river view. The restaurant had a rustic atmosphere, which made me feel very relaxed & peaceful.

Apr 26, 2026
on Google
Samer
5.0

Love it. Huge portions amazing taste. Amazing service

Apr 12, 2026
on Google
Doreen's
5.0

We had a wonderful Easter lunch. The place is situated right next to the river! The service was really nice & the breakfast...well it was good!
Wonderful memories.

Apr 5, 2026
on Google
Charles
4.0

Lieu au bord de l eau exotique parfait pour amoureux mais qui mérite quand même d' être rénové.

Apr 5, 2026
on Google
Pierre
5.0

Toujours très bon & la serveuse sonia un trésor.

Mar 27, 2026
on Google
José
5.0

Super beau restaurant, la nourriture y est excellente tout comme le service que nous avons reçu aujourd'hui de Audrey! Vraiment, tout était parfait merci!

Mar 21, 2026
on Google
Delfina
5.0

On a eu une belle surprise, un endroit vraiment magnifique. Nuit romantique ou bien en groupe, le service impeccable. Le propriétaire tres aimable & toujours attentif au bon service, recommandé 100%.

Mar 21, 2026
on Google
Claudette
4.0

Terrasse agréable, menu varié. Personnel sympa.

Mar 15, 2026
on Google
Victor
5.0

Very nice restaurant

Mar 8, 2026
on Google
Heidi
4.0

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
Amanda
5.0

Booked the private room for a birthday, the owner Martin was easy to work with & very accommodating. The staff were all very friendly & welcoming. We were a group of 35 & the food service was quick & delicious. The waiter & waitress that served us were excellent. Overall a great experience, our guests had nothing but great feedback!

Feb 1, 2026
on Google
Claire
4.0

Bel endroit, bon service mais j'ai pris le 2 oeufs bacon portion très petite, tranches de pain mini & aucune confiture. Je suis parti & j'avais encore faim.

Jan 24, 2026
on Google
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
Joel
5.0

Have ate there for multiple years, & it is still one of my favorite restaurant to go

Jan 3, 2026
on Google
Josiane
5.0

Excellente table d'hôte du réveillon du nouvel an. Chaque service était délicieux. La serveuse était exceptionnelle dans son attention aux détails lors de notre commande assez complexe. Elle & la cuisine nous ont accommodé pour une allergie alimentaire. Les portions du menu pour enfants sont grandes & peu dispendieuses. De l'accueil au généreux desserts, ça été impeccable.

Dec 31, 2025
on Google
Nancy
5.0

Delicious food, lovely waitress, beautiful view

Dec 29, 2025
on Google
Martha
5.0

Vous nous avez accueilli pour le party de Zumba, c'est la deuxième année & tout à été parfait. L'ambiance, le service, la bouffe. Merci beaucoup

Dec 26, 2025
on Google
Michel
5.0

Le déjeuner parfait

Dec 20, 2025
on Google