In creating Toqué!, more than twenty years ago, we wanted to showcase the Quebec products and the work of those who supply us. We want more than ever to acknowledge the contribution of these suppliers who deserve the glorious title of artisans. We owe them the foie gras or samphire; lamb or vegetables, seafood or herbs. These tireless artisans inspire the cuisine of Toqué! to which they bring the flavors, textures and natural aromas of irreproachable freshness. We are members of Relais & Châteaux and Grandes Tables du Monde.
Toqué. offers a refined dining experience that consistently earns praise for its technical precision and dedication to showcasing seasonal Quebec ingredients. Many guests appreciate the elegant atmosphere and the attentive, professional staff who strive to create memorable moments for special occasions. While the tasting menu is often highlighted as a creative journey through unique flavor profiles and artful presentations, the a la carte options also receive acclaim for their quality and balance. Although perceptions of the pricing and specific flavor combinations can vary among patrons, the restaurant remains a destination for those seeking a high-end culinary experience defined by expertise, consistency, and a deep respect for local terroir.
Absolutely enjoyable experience from start to finish. Exceptional service throughout the evening. We enjoyed the tasting menu, each course an adventure for your taste buds & all beautifully presented. The decor & ambiance made for a relaxing dining experience with the perfect pacing of food.
We had the most amazing experience at toque. While we walked in with all the intentions of having the tasting menu, we decided to go for the ala carte option because it appealed to us.
First. The complimentary sourdough & squash-miso butter was glorious with just the amount of tang & unctuousness. Second, the amouse bouche was decadent, yet fresh. The pea tartelette with the velouté sauce was a delight. Finally, the poppy seed encrusted chocolate truffle finale was just the right cherry on the cake.
We loved everything we tried from the lobster, the sea bass, the lamb & the raspberry crémeaux. Even the coffee was delicious & somehow not marked up beyond a regular cafe.
The service was most exquisite. Attentive, funny & just the right amount of sass. Well done to the team. We will be back here for sure!
Toqué was superb! The service. The food. The ambience. Just superb. We opted for à la carte versus the tasting menu & totally enjoyed our choices. Yes it's pricey but it's that type of restaurant! If you're on the fence.. Go! You won't be disappointed
Jun 17, 2026
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We ordered the tasting menu. The meat was so tough you couldn't cut through it. Food was terrible except the dessert. The service was annoying as they constantly interrupted our conversation to pour water when are cups were still full.$800 for 2 people & was not even good. We expected a wow factor for that price!
Drove in from Ottawa just for Toqué & holy hell, worth every minute. The tasting menu blew my mind - that foie gras with maple was unreal, & the sommelier nailed every pairing without being snobby about it. Room's gorgeous too, big windows, super chill vibe. Service was tight but warm. Already planning round two.
The service was excellent. Everything else was a masterclass in hiding mediocrity behind legacy prestige. At $850 for two people with tasting menus & wine pairings (the cheaper of the two pairing options), this was bar-none the most insulting value proposition I've experienced in Montréal fine dining. The city has dramatically better food available for a fraction of the cost. When the highlight of the evening is the sourdough bread, something has gone terribly wrong. Not a single dish was memorable in a positive way. The foie gras resembled a generic pâté more than a refined preparation. The steak course was laughable: two tiny cubes of beef, both tough, one visibly gray. The halibut was astonishingly bland, even for a delicate fish. Nearly every plate relied on presentation to distract from the fact that the flavours themselves were incoherent, timid, or outright poor. The garnishes & accompaniments felt assembled for visual effect rather than culinary purpose. Nothing tasted composed. Nothing tasted inspired. Nothing justified the price. The sommelier was knowledgeable & the pairings were competent, but no amount of wine can rescue food this uninspired. This restaurant evidently survives on reputation accumulated decades ago. If this meal reflects the current state of the kitchen, then the name is carrying far more weight than the cuisine. Strip away the historic prestige & this is simply not a serious top-tier restaurant anymore. Honestly, given what happened to Brasserie T, this felt less like a celebrated institution & more like a brand nearing the end of its relevance. Don't be fooled by the'Michelin Recommended' status... it rightfully earned zero stars. Your money, time, & attention would surely be better spent elsewhere. This was shameful.
My husband & I finally made it to Toqué! last weekend after years of putting it off during our Montreal visits, & we are so glad we finally went. The dining room has a lovely energy - elegant but never stiff - & our server walked us through the tasting menu with genuine enthusiasm rather than rehearsed formality. The roasted Quebec duck course was a highlight we keep mentioning to everyone back home. For anyone planning a trip to the city, book a table here well ahead of time, because this is the kind of meal that makes the whole trip worthwhile.
Dining at Toqué! was great! The staff is very professional, educated & also friendly. The service is impeccable. We had the tasting menu, which was good. The presentation is very artistic, but the actual taste was not quite what I expected. A lot of different flavours that I believe don't go together, which truly felt unnecessary. I appreciate the emphasize on local seasonal ingredients. Overall, I think the tasting menu needs adjustments. Will definitely have to go back for the menu à la carte to make a better opinion. Thank you 😊
An unforgettable evening crafted by François?Emmanuel Nicol, the brilliant chef behind Québec City's two?Michelin?star Tanière³. The nine?course tasting menu with wine pairings was executed with absolute mastery. The venison main course was transcendent-perfectly prepared, deeply flavorful, & easily one of the best dishes I've ever tasted. & the surprise dessert of caviar & crème brûlée was a stroke of genius, balancing luxury, texture, & sweetness with remarkable precision. An exceptional culinary experience from start to finish.
