Reviews consistently highlight L'Avenue as a top brunch spot with bold flavors, large portions, and a lively, colorful atmosphere, praising standout dishes like eggs Benedict variations, the Bobby Discovers Istanbul, Sticky Toffee Pancakes, and Dubai chocolate French toast, as well as creative Indecisive platters that invite sharing. The experience is often described as worth the wait, particularly on weekends when lines form, with service frequently called friendly, attentive, and efficient, though there are mentions of slower pacing and occasional missteps during busy periods. Some diners report dishes arriving cold or overcooked and note noise levels can be high, while others emphasize good value and generous portions that can satisfy big appetites. Overall, L'Avenue remains a beloved Montreal brunch destination for many, offering a memorable vibe, quality ingredients, and reliable crowd pleasers, even as peak hours may bring longer waits and sporadic service.
Service was friendly, many options for side dish customization. Large portions, unique French toast & pancake styles were a hit. Smoothies are quite big, but easily shared between two people. Decorations remind you of being in a basement party in the 90's.
Shocked there was no line around the block as we heard so many great things about their food. Rebecca was our server & made excellent recommendations. The Bendictine Truffle Duck Confit was spectacular, the Indecisive Choice with Blueberry lemon pancakes & homemade sausage was delicious. Gordon Ramsey would only say good things about this dining establishment.
Jul 14, 2024
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Absolutely in love with this restaurant! The ambience? Charming & fun! The service? Impeccable! The presentation? Aesthetically pleasing! The food? Delectable! 😍 I had the La Belle Truffe & my partner had the Pecan Pie French Toast. Just mouth-watering. The French toast tasted like cake. Maybe because we also drenched it in maple syrup. 😁🤪 Would go back here for another meal in a heartbeat! 🫠
Jess is the best!! C'était super bon niveau nourriture. Elle était super accueillante, gentille, & était toujours prête pour nous serviettes & nous assurer que nous allons bien!! Mercii Jess!!!
Fantastic food & wonderful service! We had an amazing dining experience here. The dishes were delicious & beautifully presented. Our server, Jessica, was incredibly nice & attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend this place for a great meal & excellent service!
Jul 12, 2024
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Wow, this place took a very high spot on my brunch list. Their menu choices are very unique-I would say'funky' because they are so different from what I've seen at other brunch places. The food arrived quickly & everything was so good. The portions are also massive, so you could share if you don't have a big appetite. I can't wait to go back. What an awesome place!
Best brunch restaurant there is. Period. Must-eat destination in Montreal. Duck Benedict & Carrot Cake Pancakes are personal faves. Pistachio Latte is also amazing. You can't go wrong. 💯
Well now we know. We have passed this breakfast/brunch mainstay for years as we simply didn't want to wait the line. Well, next time we will wait, because it was WORTH THE WAIT. The ambiance is hip, cool & relaxed. The service by DAVID was spot on. The food was certainly a grade above other breakfast restons we frequent. The attention to detail was apparent at every turn, Himalayan (red) salt, real maple syrup (not "strop de poteau") organic eggs, & HAM that rivals le petit Poucet, but IN TOWN. I had the Ranchero burrito, my partner the complete breakfast. We also started with a mimosa, to warm us up for an awesome experience. L'Avenue, we will be back! Merci pour un très beau moment chez vous. À la prochaine! eB
Jul 6, 2024
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Best carrot cake pancakes I've ever had, I will be thinking about them for months! Servers were super friendly, helpful & gave great recommendations. Couldn't suggest coming here enough!
We had an amazing time on the patio at L'Avenue being served by Jessica for brunch. The food was delicious & tasted fresh. The coffee was also amazing. Jessica was attentive & friendly.
