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. is widely regarded as a premier culinary destination in Montreal, consistently delivering a sophisticated fine dining experience defined by precision, consistency, and a deep respect for seasonal Quebec ingredients. Guests frequently praise the artistic presentation, balanced flavors, and the thoughtful execution of both the tasting menus and à la carte options. While the restaurant is recognized for being a premium investment, many diners feel the high level of service, elegant atmosphere, and professional wine pairings justify the cost for special occasions. The staff is consistently highlighted for being attentive, warm, and highly knowledgeable, contributing to a welcoming environment that balances formal excellence with genuine hospitality. Whether visiting for the lively lunch service or an immersive evening dinner, patrons often describe the experience as memorable and reflective of the highest standards in gastronomy.
Overrated for a « Grande Table du Monde » . For a 7-course dinner in this price range you can & you should expect more. Most dishes were not really creative to say the least & somewhat half-hearted with some components not being well seasoned despite their felt high quality (for example the amuse-bouche consisting of seasonal vegetables in dashi broth was very monotonous, the fish dish was rather flat, the celery gratin coming with the main meat dish lacking salt, cold & not rather simplistic, with it came sautéed mushrooms which were also missing « pep »). The service is good & in line with what you can expect from a more high-end restaurant. Ambiente is overall relatively simple, nothing to write books about. I have been at different « Grandes Tables du Monde » restaurants in France, Germany & Belgium & they can not really be compared. Translated into Michelin stars, this would barely be 1 Michelin star based on the menu I had today unfortunately. Nonetheless, the prices compare to a 2 to 3 Michelin star restaurant in Europe. It's a pity because I had high expectations given the restaurant's status in Montreal.
Overall, very good experience. I highly recommend it. In the vicinity of a lot of businesses, a nice spot to dine in a professional setting. The vibe is mainly professional during weekdays. We went for lunch, the menu was varied that it could please any taste. The staff are very friendly & accommodating.
Had a satisfying experience at lunch with a colleague. Staff were cordial & friendly, while maintaining a professional demeanor. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Yannick, our server, provided recommendations with appropriate descriptions in a more or less candid manner, which was appreciated. Timeliness of delivery was good, & detailed descriptions of the courses & provenance provided. My colleague & I were very satisfied with both our entrées & main courses. The veal tartare & suckling pig being the highlights, although the beef tatami was also quite satisfying. The sticky toffee apple date dessert was good, but having recently been to North Africa, the desserts featuring dates there were hard to beat. Prices were quite reasonable, given the quality & reputation of the venue. Staff were kind enough to let us linger well after closing. A quality establishment all round.
At a cost of over $1,100 for a group of four, the experience was wholly unsatisfying. We dined here last week & chose the 7-course tasting menu. Five of the dishes were mediocre/ok, & two were unpalatable. Unfortunately, the evening was made worse by the incessant presence of fruit flies for the latter half of the evening. -- The service was subpar. Example 1) When multiple dishes went uneaten, the staff didn't enquire as to why // or offered any alternatives. Example 2) We told our server one of our guests was allergic to seafood & another was vegan - unfortunately, we were all given strictly vegan dishes (because, I assume, it was less work) - it was only on the fifth dish, when this was communicated to the server - that the last two dishes served contained any meat (one of which was a dessert).
I was excited to visit Toque, a name on the canadas100best list we've yet to check off. We were a party of 4, two of which are vegans. We called ahead to verify the restaurant could accommodate 2 vegan tasting menus & 2 regular tasting menus. The restaurant confirmed it would be no problem, both over the phone & at the restaurant. Unfortunately there was a communication issue with the kitchen & we all ended up with vegan dishes. I'm open to vegan food, but we were looking forward to the regular 7 course experience. When confronting the staff, they acknowledged their mistake & offered us an extra quail dish, which was a nice gesture but made things a bit awkward as our vegan friends waited. The restaurant is a bit dated, especially the staff uniforms. Although clean, the fruit flies around our food & drinks was definitely a downer. Considering the reputation & what we paid, I expected more from Toque. It was a disappointing dining experience, that stems from poor service.
Quelle belle expérience que le Toqué! Le service du midi était parfait, le staff à l'écoute & au-delà de mes attentes. Un service hors pair & des plats composés avec soin. L'affinités & le maillage de saveurs de chaque plats étaient délicieux & mémorable. La gastronomie québécoise à son meilleur!
