Reviews paint Tuck Shop as a destination for exceptional food, warm attentive service, and a lively yet intimate atmosphere, with a consistently rotating, seasonal menu that highlights local ingredients and thoughtful pairing of elements; diners praise standout dishes such as hanger steak, pork belly, oysters, octopus, duck duo, and desserts, along with impressive plating and wine knowledge from the staff. The team is repeatedly described as friendly, professional, and genuinely caring, capable of accommodating private functions and offering experiences at the chef's counter or chalet, contributing to a sense of being welcomed into a modern kitchen. A few critiques surface about loud environments and occasional pacing or pricing concerns, and some guests note menu changes that can affect expectations, but these are outweighed by the overall impression of quality, consistency, and value for those celebrating special occasions or seeking a special night out. Overall, it is regarded as a Montreal gem with reliable excellence in both food and service that draws guests back again and again.
They accommodated a group of us (8) & sat us in the back area past the kitchen. The service was great & it was nice to be in a quieter area where we could have good conversations. The food was so yummy! We went family style on the apps & enjoyed them all. Thank you for a great time.
I spent Friday night at Tuck Shop with my family for my birthday, & it was everything I would have hoped for. The food was excellent, & the service was seamless. I believe our server was named Luis, he was attentive, pleasant & funny. We never once waited for refills of drinks, or were without something we needed. Having worked as a server myself I absolutely appreciate good customer service, & theirs was wonderful. They seemed to work as a team which I love. Between the 5 of us we ordered all of the mains, & each one was great! The oysters were some of the best I've had, & the focaccia was delicious. Honestly one of the best birthday dinners I've had at a restaurant, maybe ever. It's not often that service & food quality both blow me away, & Tuck Shop had the perfect balance of both. Thank you to all the staff for a lovely birthday experience! We will absolutely be back when we're in town next.
We went to Tuck Shop on December 6th for a special occasion- the food was terrific, the service by Luis was impeccable ( two of us worked as servers in the past-he was a perfect waiter- attentive, not pushy, there when we needed him!) & the atmosphere is great- we highly recommend Tuck Shop!
Great ambience & amazing service! More of a lowkey, casual fine dining place. We got the Focaccia to start & it was honestly the best I ever had. Perfectly salted, super soft on the inside, & add the perfect crisp on the outside. For the mains we split the: - Hanger Steak it was good & the fries were good, but nothing special - Duck magret the duck was cooked soo well & I liked all the complementary components of the dish - Cappelletti my husband loved this dish, but since I'm not a fan of sweeter pasta, I couldn't not taste pumpkin pie. He however, thought it was the best dish out of the 3 we tried
The evening was very good, the service was perfect & food was good. The atmosphere was amazing. The only thing I found weird was the toilets being right in front of our table, so every time someone went in or left we had a visual of a bathroom which was a bit weird, not sure why they designed the restaurant like that.
J'étais enceinte donc choix plus limités, mais dans l'ensemble j'ai bien aimé & j'y retournerai pour essayer d'autres plats. Le seul hic est que nous avions eu beaucoup de pressions à quitter la table avant le 2e service. Ça aurait été bien d'être informées au moment de la réservation ou des qu'on nous installe & non 3 minutes avant qu'on doit payer & quitter les lieux.
Beautiful inside, love the kitchen! Our waiter was great, & the staff was super friendly & attentive. For the price point, I personally didn't think it was worth it. The chicken was dry & flavourless. Nothing really stood out to me outside of the focaccia. Maybe it was just an off day- as we've heard really good things from others!
Tuck Shop is immediately welcomed into my short list of "very favourite restaurants in Montreal" after my recent first visit. The food manages to be fancy & yet simple at the same time. The brisket caused several of us to become emotional, which is basically the highest compliment I can give. Also, I visited with a large group that had various dietary restrictions spread throughout it, & those people felt very well taken care of. Can't wait to come back.
Oct 23, 2024
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Such a great place. I can hardly explain how fantastic this restaurant is. The staff were lively & attentive. Funny & personable. Very cool. The restaurant is cozy & clean. Everything flows nicely. The food is unbelievable. The menu is short & sweet. Everything is a star. Nothing that shouldn't be there. Very well thought out & executed. Fresh grated horseradish & housemade hotsauce for the oysters is a nice detail. If you see miatake mushrooms on the menu, do yourself a favor & order them. You will thank me. Maybe some of the most delicious flavors I've ever tasted. Cod was moist & perfectly seared. Sauces were on point. Hanger steak was cooked perfect medium rare. Awesome fries with the steak. Get the desserts. Chocolate nemesis is decadent. Cheesecake had wonderful fat blueberries bursting with flavor. What a wonderful place. I will be singing its praises until I come back. & I will whenever I'm in Montréal.
Tuck shop is a hidden gem! From the warm greeting to our server Gabrielle (who is a superstar!), to the inventive & extraordinary chef - we were blown away. Jonathan has created a family that takes pride in what they do- a one-of-a-kind mix of down to earth atmosphere & 5 star culinary mastery. We can't wait to return.
My husband & I had dinner here tonight at the chefs bar. Wow - watching the chefs at work was like watching creative artists. The atmosphere was friendly, the staff work together effortlessly. The service was extremely attentive with great explanations of the dishes on the menu. The food certainly did not disappoint- my husband had the tuna appetizer & I had the heirloom tomatoes- both beautiful & delicious. We had a fish dish & lamb shank for our main courses - phenomenal flavor & again presentation was on point. I don't know how we found the room but we had a chocolate dessert with pear gelato - almost too good to eat....but we did! Do yourself favor & make a reservation if you are in the area.
Oct 2, 2024
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We had an amazing experience here with Michelle, Jonathan, & the whole team. We started with the foccacia & shared the corn agnolotti, chicken ballotine, & the hangar steak. All dishes were wonderfully cooked & Michelle convinced us to share 3 dishes & taste more. Her knowledge & personality set the meal apart for us! The cooking chops & flavors on their own were extremely impressive, but the hospitality here is next level.. We also had the blueberry cheescake for dessert, that was memorable & had some unique traits that made it stick out. I can't say enough good things! Come here with friends & indulge!
I'd give 11 stars if I could. Good cocktails, not pretentious, quality fresh food, seasonal & killer vibe. Jonathan is a rockstar, anticipated our needs before we asked. Loved the service I highly recommend.
I've been here twice & both times the music is way too loud, very hard to have a discussion. We have tried the steak & the chicken. The chicken was ok, very small pieces & wouldn't try it again. The steak is delicious, it comes with a ton of fries, for the price point, i would have prefered another side as well. The service was ok, i found the waiter was a bit unrpofessional/too friendly
We really enjoyed our dinner here last night. Sat at the bar & got seriously personalized service. Not only great wine knowledge, but pairing knowledge too. Make a reservation though, it's popular!
