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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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4.5636 ratings
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Reviews for Restaurant Grinder

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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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Kaitlyn
5.0

Gianni & Raymer were absolutely amazing!! Great service, food was delicious. Would definitely just come back for them

Mar 31, 2026
on Google
Guillaume
5.0

Première expérience à Montréal dans ce restaurant & elle fut mémorable. Au delà de la cuisine qui était excellente (mention spéciale aux rices cake & le pudding chômeur), je tiens à remercier l'ensemble de l'équipe pour le service qui était exceptionnel, attentionné & convivial tout le long du repas.

Mar 29, 2026
on Google
Martin
5.0

Un excellent repas au Grinder. Elsy a assuré un service impeccable du début à la fin (attentionnée, précise), 10/10.

Les plats étaient délicieux, le Rice Cake en entrée & le Sunday en dessert sont un must absolu.

Merci pour cette belle expérience, à très bientôt.

Mar 29, 2026
on Google
Rimi
4.0

Good food & atmosphere
Love the podding ice cream

Mar 29, 2026
on Google
Amine
3.0

Service à la hauteur du lieu!
Par contre, quel a été ma déception en goûtant l'aligot. Le chef devrait avoir honte de servir cette purée au cheddar. Je n'appellerai pas ça un aligot revisité mais une purée ratée. Le bon fromage n'y est pas, la texture n'y est pas & le goût non plus. Il faut se ressaisir chef.

Mar 28, 2026
on Google
Martin
5.0

Grinder is a name to take seriously. I thought I would just have a main dish with a side, maybe dessert, & leave. That did not happen. This restaurant really understands how to deliver an experience that keeps you wanting to order more & more. The food, the atmosphere, & the service made the whole evening feel worth it. A very good experience overall.

Mar 27, 2026
on Google
Mouvielle
5.0

Excellent birthday celebration, service was top notch. Zatya- hope I am spelling it correctly, was an amazing server.
From the wines to the food the Grinder experience is a must in Montreal.

Mar 27, 2026
on Google
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5.0

Excellent wow beautiful & likes it 😍❤?😍❤?😍😍❤?

Mar 15, 2026
on Google
Jacob
5.0

Bonne viande hihihi service ok la fille fait pas le back check

Mar 15, 2026
on Google
Mira
5.0

We ordered a table for two to celebrate the birthday. Surf & turf for two is great, steak is so tasty, the sea fruit are good quality too. Next time we want to try the burgers, seems very good too.

Mar 15, 2026
on Google
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