Resto Keela earns widespread praise for its welcoming vibe and consistently excellent food. Signature dishes like the octopus, celery root carpaccio, salmon tartare, and the rib or filet mignon are repeatedly highlighted, and oysters on Tuesdays are a particular favorite. The menu is described as creative and well paced, with breads, beignets for dessert, and flavorful sides adding to the experience. Service is often described as friendly and attentive, and the staff create a lively yet homey atmosphere, though a few reviews note slower service when the restaurant is crowded. Cocktails and wine receive strong praise for variety and quality. Prices are sometimes seen as high, but many feel the quality and overall experience justify the cost. It is described as a hidden gem in the Village and a top pick for return visits. A few remarks mention accessibility issues or occasional hiccups in service when busy.
I liked the ambiance of the place there's a live band every Friday, which makes it really enjoyable. I also liked the staff & the music; they really add to the great atmosphere. The food is good, but what stood out & what I would definitely recommend are the pesto & ail, the poulet Cornouailles, & their good selection of wine. I also loved their appetizers. Overall, it's a great spot & I would happily go back
Needed a last-minute dinner for our family, & found Keela close to our hotel. Chose it based on the high Google reviews. It did not disappoint! All of our meals & drinks were fantastic. Service was quick & friendly. The inside of the restaurant has a great atmosphere, but the outside location isn't great. We were lucky to eat there when they had live music & it was fantastic. Prices were high, but the quality of the food we got was worth it. The desserts were phenomenal - make sure you leave room!
Sep 3, 2025
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Absolute hidden gem. Perfect for a night out before a show, incredible for bringing parents from out of town.
Every plate is a star, specials are always worth it. The staff are lovely & incredible people & the owners make me keep coming back. Live music sometimes, good vibes always.
Excellent food! Great service! Having said that our server was run off her feet. An additional server is needed. Again, excellent food, wonderful wine & music & the server was great, just too busy.
Outstanding dinning experience!! Starting with the fabulous unique dishes that were incredibly created by one of Montreal's top chef's Johnny Hamilton. Then the service was top level & all our needs were taken care of with perfect recommendations from Kristin who is one of the owners. The vibe was amazing with live music that made the entire experience wonderful for our family holiday weekend. We have travelled the world as a family & Keela is top of the list & cannot recommend it enough. Go check it out!
Holy heck! This is a beautiful place! With lovely servers & insanely delicious food! Omg!! Oh & the cockrails! Sublime!! On Friday we enjoyed the live musician , Excellent! Great place for a celebration.Romantic dinner Or showing off Montreal's incredible cuisine . I want to become a Regular here. The atmosphere is so very incredibly nourishing. Highly recommend
Jan 3, 2025
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Such a cute restaurant with a great atmosphere, & great live music! I will definitely be going again. The food was absolutely delicious. The octopus & carpaccio are a must try!
A total heart-stealer! The photos on Google do not do this place justice-it's about a thousand times more romantic in person. You walk in, & it's like someone turned on a'romance' filter with just the right amount of candlelight, cozy vibes, great sexy music, & a little bit of magic. Perfect for date night or, honestly, just treating yourself to an ultra-cozy evening. The specials? Amazing! Each dish is like a little surprise that makes you wonder how they thought of it. They're not just good; they're "stop talking, we need to focus on this flavor" good. & the service is as friendly & welcoming as it gets. The staff are pros at making you feel at home while giving you great suggestions. An unforgettable night!
An excellent local quality restaurant. Very lively. Live music. Music aside it is on the noisier side. Staff all attentive & efficient even when it's full.
Good vibe, disappointing food. The piri-piri bread was pretty tasty, & the cocktails were decent, but both our entrees were disappointing. We enjoyed the live music, & the place has a nice "neighborhood bistro" feel. Just wish the food were better.
Aug 4, 2024
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Okay this is one of the best restaurant experiences i've had in Montréal; the food is absolutely delectable (i had the salmon tartare with shrimp chips as well as the veggie flatbread- only because they were out of their $1 oysters they have every Tuesday) the music & ambiance is top tier & everything is super quick including being acknowledged. Speaking of knowledge, the servers know the menu well & their cocktails. While busy on a tuesday (good sign), Harlen had time to chat with me in between servicing his other tables. 10/10, not only will i be back, I can't believe I haven't been here sooner!
We celebrated valentines as a family & the food was amazing. The oysters sweet & fresh, the Marguerita pizza was my kids favourite. We had lobster & the it is the first time I love it! The hamburger was excellent & the artichokes were a pleasant surprise. The beef tartare was ok & the chocolate mousse was the bomb! All a tiny bit on the salty side but excellent nonetheless. Service was good & music was cool. Will recommend & visit many more times.
We were looking for a spot near l'Olympia before a show. What a great find! Delicious cocktails, great service, yummy food ... & live music! The salad, burgers & fries were some of the best we've had in Montreal. The menu is on the small side, but has enough variety to satisfy any palate.
