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Restaurant Grinder

Raw & cooked meats & seafood for sharing, plus boutique wines, in urban digs with a canopied patio.
Griffintown
4.5$$ & $$$
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Restaurant Grinder Griffintown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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.

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Restaurant Grinder is frequently praised for its exceptional food, particularly the high-quality steaks, surf and turf platters, and popular sides like the pudding chômeur. Many guests highlight the vibrant, moody atmosphere and the professional, attentive service provided by the staff, which often makes for a memorable dining experience. While the majority of visitors have a fantastic time and look forward to returning, some patrons note that the restaurant can be quite noisy and that table spacing may feel cramped during busy periods. Occasional inconsistencies in service speed and food preparation have been mentioned, but management is noted for being responsive to feedback and dedicated to ensuring guest satisfaction.
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Ali
5.0

Great place 👍. Food was excellent & staff were great. Prices were high a bit but it's worth.

Aug 30, 2025
on Google
Saile
5.0

I will give the highest rating to this amazing restaurant for incredible atmosphere. Wonderful but the most important thing the stuff just incredible super friendly, beautiful energy !! my waitress was incredibly super friendly super nice. Make me feel that I wanna come back never ask for anything. Everything was in time. Service was 100% the best. Her name is Jennifer.

Aug 29, 2025
on Google
Rawad
5.0

My favorite place in Montreal when I have money to spend!

Aug 28, 2025
on Google
Will
5.0

Great gastro bar. Food was excellent & staff were great. Prices were high but you get what you pay fo

Aug 27, 2025
on Google
Edward
5.0

Food was delicious & service was good. Special thanks for making our special night extra special with the complimentary dessert & shooters! Only downside is that the tables are extremely close to eachother so it feels cramped.

Aug 27, 2025
on Google
Sukie
2.0

Food is great, service is abysmal. I have a list but here's what stood out: apps took forever & came out piecemeal, my steak knife was dull, we ordered oysters & weren't told what kind (until I asked), the server maybe checked in on our table once, not friendly. I usually never write a review, but the service experience was so lousy that I would second guess recommending this place

Aug 25, 2025
on Google
Milenia
5.0

I've been here twice & the food has been really good both times. Definitely worth a visit! Prices can vary depending on what you order, but the quality makes it worthwhile.

Aug 24, 2025
on Google
Annie
5.0

Nourriture & service excellent

Aug 24, 2025
on Google
Lee
4.0

The meat is excellent. But service far too slow especially given how many staff are milling about; it is dark & too noisy to actually enjoy being with people. Next time I will buy the meat from their butcher shop next door & cook at home.

Aug 23, 2025
on Google
Cthln
4.0

Had a very good time.
Food was good, waiter & atmosphere was also good.

Aug 23, 2025
on Google
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