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.
We were a group of 4 & had an amazing experience at l'Avenue. It is SO worth the hype! It was the first time for two of us & the other two were returning customers. First of all let me just say the bloody caesar was perfect & exactly how it should be, I just don't understand why most restaurants can't get it right. I had the eggs benny with duck confit & truffle which was so rich & delicious, my friends ordered the shakshuka, & a melty egg, ham & cheese toast dish & the'undecisive'. Everyone loved what they ordered & there were no leftovers haha. Cody was our server & he made sure we were well taken care of. Actually we kind of had a small interaction with most of the staff & everyone was super friendly & made you feel like you are regulars! We felt very special & had the best day. Also worth mentioning the cool vibe of the restaurant.
Have lived in the area for five years now, & we just keep returning to L'avenue. It's become our favourite brunch spot. The portions are so generous, & it's a super comfy place! Don't believe the other reviews that this is a tourist trap-it's a super high quality brunch place, & one of the absolute best on Notre Dame Ouest. We always get the St Ambroise eggs Benedict & the « I'll have it all », which reminds me a lot of a full English breakfast. Phenomenal!!
Nov 11, 2025
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Amazingly delicious food, great quality ingredients & unlimited maple syrup who could ask for more !! Wait was definitely reasonable. Drinks were really good & big portions compared to the price! Would definitely recommend going ! The whole restaurant was definitely a vibe !
Service was horrible, no one checked on us for coffee. Took forever to get our bill. The food was mediocre, but the pancakes were great. This a tourist trap, locals avoid.
Oct 26, 2025
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It was our first time at this location .... we usually go to the one in Brossard. We came on Saturday around 3 PM. I was hoping they would have a brunch menu, but unfortunately, only breakfast was available. I ordered a pistachio latte, but the coffee was cold. We ordered breakfast for two ,it was okay, but next time we'll go back to Brossard. Their menu is twice as big, & the coffee is always hot. The service is very pleasant at both locations.
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Brunch fou! Pour les indécis comme moi, ils font des formules indécis avec un combo salé/sucré pour 24,50$, des boissons bien recherché & des recettes succulentes!
Big up au serveur Julien qui a été au top 🫶🏼
Service staff was more concerned with socializing amongst themselves & using their cellphones to pay attention to the customers. There were maybe 5 other tables & somehow it took close to ten minutes for them to bring me water & take my drink order. Asked if I wanted ketchup or hot sauce, I said yes & they never returned. Had to ask for my bill twice. I've eaten here before with a much better experience but yesterday left me bitter. Music was so loud I had to put in ear plugs. Do bette
A must-try brunch place for anyone visiting Montréal & a regular brunch favorite of mine. As a fan of eggs benedict the steak & eggs is fantastic with a side of their iced oatmilk latte.
