Monkland Taverne on Monkland Avenue in the heart of NDG, is one of the trendiest restaurants on the entire strip, boasting a chic new decor and a very lively atmosphere.
Across reviews, Taverne Monkland is described as a Montreal staple that delivers a refined yet welcoming dining experience with inventive dishes, fresh ingredients, and a strong drinks program. Diners consistently praise the creative menu, the variety of flavors, and the freshness of the fare, especially seafood, while noting generous portions on many plates. Service is repeatedly highlighted as attentive, professional, and friendly, with the front of house described as warm and precise. The atmosphere is intimate and chic, and the terrace in summer adds to the overall vibe, though seating can be hard to secure. A few comments mention high prices and occasions where portions feel small for the cost, suggesting that value can vary. Overall the consensus is that the restaurant offers reliable quality, memorable dining, and is a must visit for those in Montreal.
We love coming here-often with my dear friend Victoria, who I've known forever-& tonight was especially special celebrating her birthday with my husband Brian. Chef Steve surprised us with a special amuse-bouche that was absolutely incredible. The service was excellent-Kaylee took great care of us throughout the evening. Thank you for such a memorable night. As always, the food was consistently perfect. 🙏☺?
Our small group enjoyed a flawless experience. Highly recommend the chefs menu, wonderful variety of flavors, so fresh, the chef Josh is like a marvelous tour guide & the service was impeccable. Can't wait to return.
They were Unpleasant to my friend. Kept repeating the price as if we couldn't afford the food! Question my friend when I went outside for a cigarette.
The waiter had no knowledge of the wine he was serving!
Overall a very bad energy.
magnifique endroit & très belle place & c'est un restaurant très propre les repas à vue d'oeil sont délicieux & malgré le prix exorbitant au moins on a la qualité supérieure. les tables sont très propre les toilettes sont très propre. le service à la clientèle est excellent
Jan 1, 2026
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The Monkland Taverne is hands down of the all time great restaurants in Montreal, EVERYTIME I dine here I am blown away by the creativity & quality of the dishes Chef Josh & his team (Chris & Misha)produce from their kitchen. Barb marches quality in the front of house with warmth & precision to deliver an always phenomenal dining experience. Special shout out to Sabrina & Tanner for providing top tier service! Can't wait for the next visit!
Première fois à la taverne monkland mais sûrement pas la dernière ! Nourriture excellente, tout est frais, plein de saveurs, portions généreuses, service aux petits soins, ambiance feutrée & chaleureuse, je recommande !!
Sep 25, 2025
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The food is tasty, service great, the Walter was able to e plain the whole menu by heart with recommendations however is is over priced for what it is, paid 200$ for three on a main dish only without wine.
The ambiance & atmosphere are what attract people to The Tavern. It is the Monkland staple that Lucillies has to thank for the location being so popular & friendly. The service is on par with any of Montreal's best restaurants. The reason for 5 stars, the consistency of the table d'hote, the specials, the menu & overall food combined with the attentive service... The drinks are superb & unique along with that hard-to-get-a-seat-on terrace in the summer, which adds to an already great vibe.
Try the specials, I promise you they're worth every penny.
Ask the owner for a bottle of wine.
Un beau menu sur papier & ardoise, belle ambiance. Par contre les portions vs le prix facturé sont ridicule. Un demi magret de canard a44$ la portion grosse comme un tapas. Les prix ont grimpés depuis les dernières années mais la on atteint le ridicule.
My first visit to Monkland Tavern did not disappoint. Right out the gate the ambiance & the service were spot on. Very professional wait staff that knew their shit.
Had a few oysters to start that were just OK. The beet salad with onion & almond & cabbage was such a great balance of flavors, but I did find the dish portion to be a little small. My main dish, the Ontario walleye was absolutely spectacular. Are you the best fish dish I've had in Montreal ever. My beautiful date got the tagliatelle shrimp pasta & though she wasn't thrilled, it was still quite good lol.
