Restaurant Grinder centers its culinary focus on high-quality cuts of beef and fresh seafood selections sourced for maximum flavor. The establishment prepares various steak cuts utilizing specialized grilling techniques to ensure consistent texture and charred exteriors. Beyond the meat offerings, the menu incorporates a diverse array of fish and shellfish prepared with classic French-inspired techniques that prioritize natural ingredients. Patrons observe an industrial aesthetic characterized by exposed brick walls and high ceilings that frame the open concept layout. The drink selection features a robust variety of craft cocktails and spirits designed to complement the heavy proteins and rich sauces found throughout the kitchen repertoire. This venue maintains a commitment to ingredient-driven plates that highlight the technical precision required for effective open-fire cooking and traditional preparation methods.
Restaurant Grinder is frequently highlighted as a standout destination in Montreal, particularly appreciated for its high-quality steaks, fresh seafood platters, and signature dishes like the pouding chômeur. Many guests enjoy the trendy, vibrant atmosphere and stylish interior, making it a popular choice for celebrations and special occasions. While a large number of visitors praise the attentive and professional service provided by staff, others note inconsistencies, occasionally citing long wait times, noise levels that can make conversation difficult, or mixed experiences with certain side dishes and seafood seasoning. Despite some feedback regarding occasional slow service or crowded conditions, many patrons feel the overall dining experience and culinary quality offer good value, often returning for the consistent menu and welcoming energy.
QUOI DIRE DE PLUS QUE WOWOWOWOWOW ! Souper de 4 filles de Québec en viré à MTL. On a été gâté au max, hôtesse, staff derrière le bar coté porte de garage & notre gentil & excellent serveur français. Ne rater pas l'occasion d'aller y faire un tour ! Bravo à toute l'équipe ! (visite le 23 mai 2026)
Mais quel service exceptionnel de la part de Peter au bar, il a fait en sorte de rendre notre soirée humoristique & mémorable. Nous lui avons donné carte blanche pour notre souper & tout a été parfait! Il nous a offert en prime des shooters de rhum a l'arrivée ainsi que le pudding chômeur au désert. Tout était délicieux. Merci Peter!
First time visiting Grinder, we had dinner & drinks, & nothing disappointed! the food was delicious, ordered some starters & the rib-eye, drinks equally great & quick service. especially happy with the service from our bartenders Peter & Raphi. Peter picked out the perfect wines to go with our food & both of them made great cocktails to cap-off. very entertaining to see them work & so friendly!
Jul 16, 2026
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Je rédige très rarement des avis négatifs, mais après plus de six mois de démarches infructueuses, je considère qu'il est important de partager notre expérience.
Nous avions choisi ce restaurant pour célébrer un moment important pour notre famille. Malheureusement, du début à la fin, la soirée a été marquée par une succession de manquements.
La table n'était pas correctement montée à notre arrivée. Le serveur ne nous a offert un mauvais service. Il n'a jamais présenté le menu ou les spécialités de la maison, n'a jamais vérifié si tout convenait & passait son temps au bar à s'amuser au lieu d'assurer le service. Nous avons dû nous servir notre propre vin &, lorsque nous avons demandé de l'eau, on nous a répondu que « ce n'était pas son travail ». Le service des repas a été particulièrement décevant : plus de quinze minutes se sont écoulées entre la première & la dernière assiette, autant pour les entrées que pour les plats principaux. Certains mangeaient pendant que d'autres attendaient encore leur repas.
Dès le début du service, nous avions précisé que la personne célébrée était atteinte de la maladie coeliaque afin de valider ses choix au menu. Le serveur a décidé de contribuer à la fête en offrant un dessert, cependant le dessert qui lui a été servi contenait du gluten. Dans un établissement qui se veut haut de gamme, l'ensemble de ces erreurs sont inacceptables.
Comme si cela ne suffisait pas, le service de valet offert gratuitement parr l'établissement a laissé les lumières allumées sur l'un des véhicules, déchargeant complètement la batterie. Une tentative de survoltage a ensuite été effectuée sans notre consentement, en faisant appel à un taxi, & ainsi en engageant une dépense non sollicité comme nous avions des cables à booster ou encore un abonnement à CAA. Par la suite, le véhicule a été immédiatement éteint, le rendant de nouveau inutilisable. Pendant que nous tentions de régler la situation , les employés insistaient pour être payés pour le survoltage & pour obtenir du pourboire pour avoir garer les véhicules durant notre soirée. Il est pourtant bien indiqué que le pourboire était à la discrétion, cela manque donc énormément de professionnalisme.
À la suite de cette soirée, j'ai contacté le propriétaire. Il a reconnu plusieurs des problèmes soulevés & s'est engagé à offrir une compensation monétaire à l'ensemble du groupe pour une prochaine visite. À sa demande, je lui ai fourni toutes les informations nécessaires pour procéder. Depuis, malgré plusieurs courriels, appels & messages vocaux, je n'ai obtenu ni retour ni respect des engagements pris.
Une mauvaise soirée peut arriver dans n'importe quel restaurant. Ce qui révèle véritablement les valeurs d'une entreprise, c'est la façon dont elle gère ses erreurs. Dans notre cas, les problèmes ont été reconnus, des promesses ont été faites... puis tout simplement ignorées.
Je laisse donc cet avis pour que les futurs clients sachent à quoi s'attendre, tant au niveau du service que du suivi lorsqu'un problème survient. Voir moins
Peter & Rapha?lle at the bar are simply amazing!!! We ended up at Grinder cause we left another event & ended up there. They made our night even better than what we ever thought possible. People are as important as the food & the service we get. Thank you Peter & Rapha?lle for an unforgettable night. We will definitely be back :)
Ate here our first night in Montreal & it really set the bar high for the rest of the stay. The food was amazing, had the Short rib, hanger steak, green beans, Brussels, & a side of 3 scallops. The short rib came with a perfect slaw which tasted similar to Vietnamese dishes Ive had before. Only call out would be drop the green beans, they lacked seasoning, especially when compared to the Brussels (which were delicious). For dessert we had the bread pudding & it was the perfect non-fussy finish to a very rich meal.
The service was great, very attentive & would 100% go back if we had time.
The only downside was the table location, we were 10minutes late so maybe thats why, but seated in a spot that you couldn't see much of the rest of the restaurant, which sucks for people watching. Didn't dampen the actual meal through.
We had a reservation at 10:00 AM. When we arrived, we were seated right away, but we had to wait quite a while for the waitress assigned to our table to bring us menus-which she never did. We ended up having to ask another server.
To be honest, my experience was horrible from start to finish. After some time, the waitress finally came to take our order. She brought out the onion soup appetizer, & my boyfriend decided to add another appetizer of six shrimp.
It was also very cold where we were seated. I asked the waitress if she could close the front door, & she said yes-but she never did. We then asked to change tables, which she agreed to, & we were moved.
After that, we waited about 45 minutes (or more) for the shrimp. During that time, our waitress never came back to check on us. We had to ask another server for help, who then called her over. She came briefly, when to the kitchen.. come back said nothing, & then went straight to the bar & didn't return.
About 15 minutes later, a server brought a plate to our old table, where new guests were now seated, & then left. We realized it was likely our order. We had to call another waitress again because ours never came back. Eventually, they took the plate back to the kitchen & returned a couple of minutes later with shrimp they claimed were'new.' However, the shrimp were cold, dry, & clearly not fresh. When we pointed this out, the waitress got upset, walked away, & said we wouldn't be charged.
We then waited another 20 minutes for our main dishes. When the food finally arrived, it was disappointing-everything was dry & not fresh.
The service was extremely poor, & even when we expressed our concerns, no one seemed to care. The waitress later brought the bill with an attitude, which was surprising considering she was mostly absent & spent most of her time at the bar.
Overall, this was a very frustrating experience. Poor service, long wait times, lack of attention, & low-quality food. Definitely not worth it.
Had the pleasure of checking out Grinder for a work dinner & overall had a really enjoyable evening. The restaurant itself is beautiful - stylish interior, very clean, & thoughtfully designed. They also offer coat check & valet, which is a nice touch. One thing that stood out is that the restaurant has a butcher shop connected to it, which adds to the overall concept & quality feel of the place.
I started at the bar while waiting for my boss, & the service throughout the night was excellent. Attentive, quick, & professional without feeling overly formal or pretentious, which I appreciated. The wine list is also extensive.
To start, I ordered the calamari, which was fantastic. The batter was crisp & light, & it came with a creamy jalapeno sauce that had a nice balance of tang & spice. Easily one of the better appetizers of the night.
For my main, I had the filet mignon with mushroom sauce & a baked potato. The steak itself was decent, though slightly chewier than I would normally expect from a filet. The baked potato, however, was the standout - loaded with a thick layer of cheese, sauce, & bacon. Very indulgent & delicious. The steak & baked potato came out on the cooler side but the loaded cheese made up for it.
For dessert I ordered pudding chômeur with soft serve vanilla ice cream. It was warm, moist, & comforting with a rich brown sugar base. The portion was perfect, though it did get a little sweet toward the end.
Overall, the vibe of the restaurant was great - lively but not stuffy. Service was excellent & the experience was really enjoyable. I'd definitely come back, & next time I might try the burger because it looked incredible on other tables.
Le rib eye & le short ribs was veryyyy good! Les calamars frits était tendre & goûteux! Par contre, nous étions assit au bar & le service était pourri, on a attendu au moins 10 mins pour demander un menu, on nous a donné un menu d'alcool uniquement… on a du redemander pour un menu nourriture. La serveuse nous regardait même pas, servait tout le monde autour sauf nous, expérience assez désagréable pour le prix qu'on dépense à ce restaurant. J'imagine que le service au table doit être définitivement mieux.
