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.
Limbo, which has taken over the former Marconi location, came highly recommended-& I was curious to see what they would do with a space I already had a soft spot for. Having been to Salle Climatisé a few times, I had a pretty good idea of what to expect, & Limbo delivered a similar style while feeling just a step above. The food was excellent across the board, with quality ingredients, thoughtful presentation, & dishes that were genuinely enjoyable without feeling overdone. The leek starter was delicious. The tartare was also very good, & the lamb may honestly be the best I've ever had. The room itself is busy, crowded, & noisy, so it's not really the place for a quiet romantic dinner. But if you're looking for great food in a lively setting, it's definitely worth booking-just make your reservation well in advance.
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.
Nous avons commandé à la carte, & même si j'ai oublié le nombre exact de plats, chacun d'eux était fantastique & original. La langue de boeuf, le foie gras & le tartare de boeuf étaient particulièrement mémorables. Le millefeuille, en dessert, était absolument délicieux.
Jun 3, 2026
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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.
Chui allé ya genre un mois c'était top 👍
Le menu a changé depuis mais les entrées foie+melon & tartare boeuf+haricots étaient absolument yummy 😋 Les plats aussi étaient impeccables. À manger avec 4-5 verres de Coors Banquet 🍺
J'ai pas de photo mais le mille-feuille!!! Oui!!!
I came to this restaurant on a Wednesday night as part of a belated birthday celebration, driving in from NYC. As luck would have it, my Airbnb accommodations fell through last minute & I needed to bring my dog in order to make the reservation. Restaurant Limbo changed our seating to outdoors with zero issue or stress.
As non French speakers, our server Mathilde translated our menu for us in great detail. She gave serving size suggestions & recommended n/a beverages that were great. She truly made must feel confident in our ordering process.
Coming from nyc (& working in a Michelin restaurant myself), Restaurant Limbo set the bar high as our first Montreal dining experience. We tried several courses but the standouts included the Panisse, the Lamb Tartare, & the Morilles. All so flavorful & coursed beautifully. Conor also came to our table to check in & made our dessert recommendation knowing that we were looking for something light.
We finished off our meal with Oeuf à la neige- a merengue with cream & rhubarb. It might have been my favorite dish of the entire evening. So light & the perfect ending to a fantastic dining experience.
Great addition to the neighborhood! Make sure to try the beef tongue, tartare & chicken liver pate. I wasn't crazy about the snow crab & scallop dishes, but loved the other ones! Will definitely pass by again
Had the pleasure of dining at Limbo during its very first week-there was a palpable sense of nervous energy & excitement.
1) We started with the beef tartare, topped with trout roe, surrounded by a ring of gelée. We also ordered the house-made sourdough bread & beurre composé: perfectly chewy & flavourful.
2) This was followed by a reinterpretation of poireaux vinaigrette, with leeks layered over perfectly cooked trout confit.
3) Next came the off-menu special: house-cured ham topped with mustard greens, peppery & perfectly dressed just enough to balance the richness of the pork.
3) Then a clean, elegant plate of halibut served with seasonal white asparagus & a light, buttery sauce.
4) For dessert, a showstopper: a meringue'floating island' in a pool of tonka bean-infused crème anglaise, topped with fragrant poached rhubarb.
Overall, 10/10 for a first week, & we are excited to go back.
