Reviewers describe Restaurant La Mer Rouge as a cozy, unpretentious seafood spot in Montreal with warm, attentive service and affordable prices. Fresh seafood is highlighted for quality and flavor, with dishes such as calamari, shrimp tempura, fried calamari, grilled fish, tilapia, and a seafood chowder drawing frequent praise. The focus on sustainable, local ingredients and careful preparation is noted, and the menu is described as varied yet approachable. The atmosphere is often described as welcoming and relaxed, making it a good choice for family meals or casual get togethers, and both the owner and staff are consistently praised for friendliness and helpful service. Many diners consider the prices reasonable and the place easy to find, with several calling it one of the best seafood spots in town and stating they will return. Occasionally a review notes that the experience did not meet expectations or that value could be better, but the overall impression is consistently positive.
The best seafood I had so far. Fresh fish perfect spices generous portions. Excellent service. They make food like my moma. I found my go to place for seafood, I can't wait to try more things.I had the red snapper with fries & fish & chips with bass fish so flavorful. 😋
I had an amazing experience at this seafood restaurant in Montreal. It's honestly one of the best I've ever eaten at. The servers were welcoming, attentive, & made the whole meal feel special. The food was outstanding - the calamari was perfectly cooked, & the grilled fish was incredibly fresh & full of flavour. I'm already looking forward to going back!
Feb 27, 2026
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Visited this cozy seafood restaurant on a quiet Monday & was pleasantly surprised. It's not fancy, but the atmosphere is warm & welcoming. I had the fried seafood platter-crispy, light, & full of flavor. My mom had the grilled tilapia with salad & said it was one of the best she's had. The service was excellent-friendly & attentive. Plus, being back in my childhood neighborhood made the whole experience even more special. Highly recommend if you're looking for great seafood in a relaxed setting!
Excellent fish & seafood cooked in the Egyptian style. Casual & family style. Great service. Leave room for dessert as well. Their Oum Ali is amazing. Owner Ibrahim is very attentive to details.
Went for lunch with colleagues. Was a pleasant surprise. Excellent seafood - fresh & tasty. Made from the heart. Run by a Egyptian man. Highly recommend! Great place for a group lunch - has cozy booth for 10-12 people.
Great for parties or big group gatherings. It seems customers can even call ahead to request specific seafood they want. The Waiter is super friendly & he makes the best effort to accommodate us. Food is excellent. You pick the protein, the kitchen will cook & serve. The way they season the food is very pleasant, the spices they add are not too strong so you can still taste the sweetness of the seafood itself. Totally recommended.
This has always been a seafood lover's hidden gem. Not a lot of people know that they probably have the best calamari in MTL. Rayan's is delicious, but they certainly have the best spices & much better fried seafood there is than other seafood restaurants. The shrimp & calamari are the go to, they are crispy & super fresh!
