Restaurant Limbo presents an authentic French and Italian culinary experience, infused with the freshness of a market-driven approach to ingredients. The kitchen focuses on crafting dishes that highlight seasonal produce and high-quality components, reflecting a commitment to vibrant flavors and thoughtful preparation. Expect a menu that balances classic European techniques with contemporary interpretations, offering a selection of expertly prepared fare. The ambiance is designed to be inviting and comfortable, providing a delightful setting for enjoying expertly prepared meals. It is a place where quality ingredients are paramount, resulting in a memorable dining experience for all who visit.
Limbo is widely celebrated as an iconic destination in the Montreal food scene, offering a creative and consistently impressive dining experience. Guests frequently praise the inventive menu, highlighting masterful dishes like the fresh fish, perfectly cooked vegetables, and flavorful sauces served with exceptional bread. The atmosphere is consistently described as lively and warm, making it a popular choice for dates and social gatherings. Service is a recurring highlight, with many diners noting that the staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and dedicated to providing a welcoming, high quality experience from start to finish.
10/10 from start to finish! Chef Shewchuk has an awesome team & everything we got was delicious. We did the tasting menu & highly recommend it. The bar tender recommended us each amazing wine pairings by the glass to go along with what was coming & we left full & happy.
The host Jack & the staff took care of us & we thoroughly enjoyed our date night out. Kudos to everyone at Limbo! Will be back for sure.
Great food service, & atmosphere. Small room. Cool people, dressed very casual (staff & guests). GREAT food. The chefs are obviously French trained but this is more creative than typical French food, call it Montréal style.
Magical flavor combinations. This was a divine experience for our last night in Montréal - every dish is delicious but the sunflower seeds prepared risotto style was a standout. Cocktails also made by a genius with some really interesting twists. Will be remembering this meal (chef's choice) for a long time to come.
Jul 9, 2026
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On attendait beaucoup de ce restaurant & nous avons été déçus, déjà c'est très bruyant mais ça à la limite ce n'est pas tant de leur faute, on est peut-être mal tombé.
Le service était bien, ce qui nous a déçu concerne la nourriture, autant certains plats étaient délicieux & harmonieux (le plat de tournesol un bravo au chef), autant les desserts mais un enfer pas du tout équilibré, entre le mille feuille beaucoup trop sucré & le vacherin avec son huile d'olive qui dégouline en quantité extrême, ça gâche tellement la fin du repas. & dernier point recevoir du pain cramé, c'est très moyen…
Quand on donne un certain standing à son restaurant, on en attend un minimum en retour….
I had very high expectations, but unfortunately I left feeling quite disappointed.
With the exception of the female sommelier, almost all of the servers came across as indifferent & unwelcoming. At one point, the same dish was served to us twice, which reflected a lack of attention. They also forgot to bring our welcome drink order altogether. I've dined at many restaurants in this price range, & this was the first time I experienced service that felt this inattentive from start to finish.
When we asked about the chef's choice menu, the explanation was so brief & unenthusiastic that it was difficult to understand. It almost felt like,'Just order whatever you want.'
While I can accept that service isn't always perfect, the food & presentation were also disappointing. Almost every plate had noticeable chips around the rim, which is something I wouldn't expect at this level. Aside from the main course, every dish was served cold, & overall I didn't find the food particularly memorable.
The first cucumber dish tasted little more than pieces of cucumber, without much depth or balance. The tartare had a noticeable fishy smell. The sunflower seed risotto was so salty that it was difficult to eat. I finished it because I didn't want to waste the food, but my mouth actually felt numb from the saltiness. It would have been better if the dish had been properly tasted before being served to guests.
The lobster bisque served with the steak was also excessively salty, to the point that it overwhelmed the entire dish & made it difficult to appreciate the other flavors.
Overall, I left feeling that the experience did not justify the price or the expectations associated with the restaurant.
I was overly ambitious & ordered the chef's menu as a solo diner. All the food I had were great (except for the tomatoes but more because I don't really enjoy tomatoes).
Their wine list is mostly natural wine so order cocktails if you are not a big fan of natural wine!
Limbo is an exceptional night out!
Indulge in a delectable evening crafted by talented chefs & dedicated staff.
A heartfelt thank you to Christian, our server & guide, for making the evening truly special.
We appreciate the extra bread service; every drop of sauce was savored.
A secret haven for Martini enthusiasts seeking a dirty, filthy experience.🤫
Dîner au bar sur les tabourets hauts. Testé la formule carte blanche au chef, qui donne un bel aperçu.
Très content de ce choix, les plats se suivent & sont succulents, les portions sont justes car les assiettes sont nombreuses!
Service souriant & amical, bonnes suggestions d'accord mets & vins...
Un beau moment, merci à toute l'équipe du restaurant!
D'abord je dois donner une mention exceptionnel à Harrison, chef Ukrainien au talent indéniable avec un palais hors de l'ordinaire. Un virtuose des mariages réussis qu'il arrive à faire. L'asperge blanche fut un pur délice. Le tartare de boeuf était tendre, de grande qualité & bien assaisonné. Le crabe avec ses croquants de radis & céleri était délicieux. Le flétan & ses accompagnements se déroulait comme une symphonie de saveurs bien orchestrées. La poire pochée en combinaison avec le miel & le fromage bleu fut une révélation. En terminant le flanc avec sirop d'érable & rhubarbe, un équilibre parfait. Sarah la barmaid & notre serveuse ce soir était un peu froide au début mais elle est vite devenu chaleureuse lorsqu'elle a vu notre appréciation de la cuisine. Leur prix, très raisonnable compte tenu de la qualité de la nourriture. Leur nouveau bib gourmand du guide Michelin pleinement mérité.
Bravo à chef Cédric pour ses plats extrêmement à délicieux & bravo à Claudia pour son service impeccable & ses conseils en vin.
J'y retourne sans hesitation.
