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.
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!
Nov 13, 2024
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J'ai adoré notre expérience. Les crevettes rôties sont les meilleures crevettes que j'ai mangées depuis très longtemps. La pieuvre grillé était savoureuse. Tout sentait & goûtait bon. Pas besoin d'ajouter du sel ou chercher les saveurs. Pour un mardi soir, c'était plein. Notre serveur était efficace & courtois. Nous y retournerons
After a long day & flight to Montreal I just needed real food for dinner. I stayed at M Montreal hostel & this restaurant was close so I gave it a shot. Expected nothing. But this is one of the best restaurants I've been to in a long time & I go somewhere all the time. From warm welcome to great service, but the food... Another level... Sous vide chicken is something else... I love the vibe since is not formal, but it is chill & still nice. Top notch!!!
Une petite pépite proche du Village avec une ambiance très chaleureuse tout comme sa bouffe. Nous avons eu un super service tout au long de la soirée! Je recommande vivement ce restaurant avant d'aller voir un show!
This place is a gem. Small menu - very well executed, great ambiance. Went for a date night before a show next door, wished we could have stayed longer.
One of the best fillet mignon ever! The sauce was fantastic & those fries 😍 The dessert was also soooo good & I believe it was made in house? The service was also really good & the whole place has such a great vibe! Will definitely come back to Keela when we visit Montreal again!
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.
Sep 28, 2024
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Thank you Johnathon, Hartland & team! This place is amazing. Beef tartare was superb. We don't come to Montreal often but it's safe to say this will be one of our first stops when we are back!
We are first timers in Montreal & so glad to have dined at Keela last night. Friendly greeting by our host who was very helpful with the menu. Wine list is extensive. We had the roasted shrimp in a spectacular garlic butter spice sauce. Also their celery root carpaccio is a must have signature dish. Beautiful presentation & delicious. For our mains the monkfish special & filet steak frites. Wonderful peppercorn sauce. Fries were so good with a nice mustard dipping sauce. Too full for dessert! We were very well cared for by the entire service team. Keela is a special place! We can't wait to return!
