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Restaurant Le Canal West Island RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Le Canal West Island RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Le Canal West Island RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Le Canal West Island RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Le Canal West Island RestoMontreal.ca
Restaurant Le Canal West Island RestoMontreal.ca
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Restaurant Le Canal

Ultra-fresh fish and seafood in the West Island, just the way you like it

Pierrefonds-Roxboro
4.8$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 12 pm
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MediterraneanSeafood/FishFish & ChipsMusselsSaladsBoutique-CounterCatering

About

Restaurant Le Canal delivers a focused Mediterranean culinary experience centered on the preparation of fresh catches and traditional marine ingredients. The menu emphasizes grilled whole fish, shellfish platters, and seasonal vegetables seasoned with olive oil and aromatic herbs. Patrons observe an open kitchen design where seafood undergoes searing over high heat to preserve natural moisture and texture. Each dish utilizes salt, lemon, and garlic as fundamental components to highlight the quality of the raw product. Interior spaces prioritize functional seating arrangements that facilitate direct observation of the cooking process. The environment maintains a steady temperature and bright lighting to ensure optimal visibility of all plated offerings. This establishment relies on consistent sourcing methods to maintain a steady inventory of varied aquatic species for every preparation.
5★
87%
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Reviews for Restaurant Le Canal

Food
Service
on Google4.8 (2000+)
*as of 2026-08-10
5★
87%
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9%
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Review Summary

Restaurant Le Canal is widely celebrated as an exceptional destination for fresh, expertly prepared seafood that offers an authentic and flavorful dining experience. Patrons consistently praise the high quality of ingredients, noting that the ability to select fresh items directly from the counter ensures a transparent and personalized meal. Whether enjoying the signature grilled octopus, succulent shrimp, or perfectly seasoned fish, guests appreciate the generous portions and the inviting, family-friendly atmosphere. While the restaurant is popular and can get quite busy, the attentive service and consistent dedication to quality make it a top recommendation for seafood enthusiasts in Montreal and the West Island.
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5.0

Delicious food & clean, lot of varieties grilled & fried fish, etc...

Aug 5, 2026
on Google

This is an excellent seafood experience. I give it 10 out of 10 on every front including value for price.

The restaurant serves fresh fish & seafood, expertly cooked & abundantly flavorful. We ordered the Royal Dorado (grilled), Rose Dorado (fried), smelt, calamari, grilled octopus salad, fries, & green salad. Every bite was an explosion of flavor. The chefs do not skimp on herbs & spices, the dominant flavor on the baked fish was cumin: amazing! The fried fish was sprinkled with sesame seeds & herbs, the octopus salad was simply the king of the table (we remembered too late that octopus should not be on our personal menu given the high level of emotional intelligence of the animal).

You order at the fresh fish counter & the food arrives as ready. The staff are friendly, the place is very busy so make a reservation unless you dont mind waiting 30 to 60 minutes.

The one thing I would hope for are curtais cause when the sun hits in the summer the restaurant becomes a hot-house otherwise everything is perfect. We left satisfied, full but not bloated. Everyone in the party expressed a desire to return.

Jul 4, 2026
on Google

Amazing food! Octopus salad, calamari & grilled fish with rice.

You get to see the fresh seafood ingredients & choose what you want to be prepared.

May 9, 2026
on Google

Grilled octopus is a must try & the service is incredible. Very nice & friendly owner!

Apr 24, 2026
on Google

Absolutely outstanding experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm & inviting, with a fresh ocean vibe that immediately set the tone. The seafood was incredibly fresh-every bite tasted like it came straight from the sea. The grilled fish was perfectly cooked, tender, & full of flavor, & the seasoning was just right without overpowering the natural taste.

The service was equally impressive-friendly, attentive, & knowledgeable about the menu. They made excellent recommendations & ensured everything was perfect throughout the meal.

Presentation was beautiful, portions were generous, & the quality exceeded expectations. This is easily one of the best fish restaurants I've visited. Highly recommend to anyone who loves fresh, delicious seafood. I'll definitely be coming back!

Apr 24, 2026
on Google

Very fast & good service !!! Food is amazing specially the grilled shrimps & octupus !!!
Definetely cominf back

Apr 19, 2026
on Google

Best seafood, the grilled shrimps were amazing.

Feb 27, 2026
on Google

Food is delicious! Great variety of fresh seafood that they prepare from scratch. Loved the grilled octopus & fried seafood plate too. Service is kind. Place is packed & noisy but it's because it is so popular.

Feb 27, 2026
on Google

Very delicious seafood
Clean & good price
Best grilled octopus salad

Dec 7, 2025
on Google

Food was overall good, but my mom & I have food poisoning from the grilled octopus. It was the worst night & following day of my life, & we were the only ones who ate it - I ate most of it. I'm still experiencing symptoms as I'm writing this.

Dec 5, 2025
on Google