Sel Noir Steakhouse: Savor the finest cuts in the heart of Montreal's Golden Square Mile. Indulge in our meticulously prepared steaks, complemented by a curated wine list, all within an elegant ambiance that defines the art of dining.
Overall, reviews for Sel Noir Steakhouse highlight a warm and elegant vibe, with excellent service and standout steaks that are often cooked to perfection and richly flavorful. Guests frequently praise generous portions, thoughtful menu options, and a well curated wine and cocktail program, making it ideal for a date, celebration, or a night out with friends. While the experience is largely positive and many describe the atmosphere as inviting and the staff as friendly and attentive, a few visits note slower service or inconsistencies in salt, seasoning, or timing, and some dishes that did not meet expectations. Reservations are often recommended, and crowd-pleasers like the tomahawk and surf and turf receive particular attention, along with memorable desserts such as cheesecake. Overall, Sel Noir stands out as a top choice for steak in Montreal for those seeking quality cuts, a refined ambiance, and reliable hospitality.
Food: we ordered the Filet Mignon & Pan Roasted King Salmon. The Filet Mignon had no flavor, was brutally charred & not cooked properly. The Pan Roasted King Salmon had a strange texture & a bright orange sauce that didn't compliment the dish very well. For my drink, I ordered a Tanqueray & tonic; it was watered down & had barely any substance to it. The side of fries were decent.
Service: we had a female waitress who wasn't very attentive nor friendly. I noticed that she was very attentive & outgoing to the three other parties in the establishment, except for us; we were virtually ignored. We had to ask for water, straws, a steak knife; probably because we were tourists - so that tells you what you need to know.
Atmosphere: was very nice, I did like the interior, but the vibe of the waitstaff was… not good. The restaurant was empty & the waitstaff were just chillin around the bar, giving strange looks. The gentleman who greeted us & took our coats upon entering was very nice & welcoming, but it was unpleasant & downhill from that point forward.
As a tourist, I wouldn't recommend this place.
Dec 13, 2025
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Première expérience & sans aucun doute la dernière . L'endroit est cozy , c'est chaleureux
L'homme a l'entrée qu'y m'a accroché mon manteau j'ai trouvé que c'était une superbe attention.
Pour ce qui est du service juste wow
Nous avons eu la chance d'être servie par Isatys , une adorable jeune femme qui connaît bien le menu. Nous avons pris pour 2 personnes le Tomahawk surf & turf c'était excellent
Un gros merci
Honnêtement, j'ai été déçue de mon expérience. La nourriture n'avait presque pas de goût & rien ne se démarquait vraiment. L'ambiance était très tranquille, presque trop, ce qui ne rendait pas le moment agréable. Je ne pense pas revenir & je ne recommande pas ce restaurant.
Soirée impeccable! Super service… les assiettes étaient folles tout est bien pensé & les sauces je l'ai auraient bu a la bouteille pas compliqué ahah😂🤤
J'ai trouvé le sel noir super acceuillant notamment grâce à Gabriel qui nous a conseillé de délicieux cocktails basé sur nos goûts. L'ambiance est aussi très agréable presque speakeasyesque. Parfait pour une date entre amoureux !
I have been multiple times & have tried different cuts of meat... it is just incredible. Don't forget to add their amazing truffle butter to your meat! Such a cozy place & the staff elevates your experience. Shoutout to Desmond for the hospitality. We will be coming back for sure.
We had the best night ever for my birthday. We loved the decor & the setting. The food was absolutely amazing. The meat was perfectly cooked & my special fav was the miso fish. The servers were so nice & patient with our big group. 10/10
I had an amazing experience at Sel noir, the food was flavourful with a nice presentation . The service was great & the vibe really nice. I would highly recommend! 🙌
My friend & I stumbled upon this place & ended up being blown away by our experience. The food was absolutely amazing & the staff really made our experience so special. Everyone we met was lovely & we felt so taken care of all night! We'll definitely be back for that steak & the cheesecake, I'd recommend it to anyone.
Appetizers were good. Ordered a NY strip & was just ok. Asked for medium but it was undercooked cooked & almost rare. Also wasn't the greatest cut of meat. I also found that it was a little expensive for what we ate. Wouldn't come back here if I'm craving a steak.
My husband & I are visiting from out of town so we chose Sel Noir because we wanted a steak & something close by. The restaurant at first had a fine dining feel to it. It was nice BUT the wait staff changed my opinion. We were unsure of who our waiter was & it felt like you were more at a burger joint. We had three different people at our table. The girl who gave us our check came in for a minute (apparently it was her night off) & then left immediately after cashing us out. I guess she decided to help out for a second.
Secondly, our steak was cut in four pieces, not all the way sliced though. We both ordered ribeyes. In my fifty years I have never had a steak presented to me this way. Was the chef checking for the temperature or the wellness? Anyways we'll try another place next time.
