Dans l'ensemble, Tuck Shop se dégage comme une adresse où l'accueil est chaleureux, le service impeccable et l'ambiance à la fois intime et raffinée. Les critiques saluent une cuisine inventive élaborée avec des produits locaux frais et une présentation soignée qui rappelle une cuisine à la fois maison et gastronomique. Des plats phares reviennent régulièrement: le porc belly, l onglet de boeuf, le magret de canard et des fruits de mer comme les huîtres ou le crudo de thon; la carte est saisonnière et les desserts sont souvent remarquables. L'expérience peut varier selon l'affluence: la salle peut être bruyante et certains trouvent le service un peu pressé, surtout lors de soirées très occupées, tandis que d'autres apprécient le dynamisme et la disponibilité du personnel. Le personnel est généralement décrit comme compétent, attentif et sympathique, avec une connaissance solide des plats et des vins, et le cadre peut se prêter aussi bien à une soirée romantique qu'à un repas de groupe dans le chalet ou autour du comptoir de cuisine ouverte. Les critiques évoquent parfois le prix, mais la majorité estime que la qualité, les portions et le soin apporté à chaque assiette justifient l addition. En résumé, Tuck Shop est présenté comme un véritable joyau de Montréal, un lieu où l enthousiasme de l'équipe et la finesse des plats font souvent oublier les petits inconvénients et donnent envie de revenir.
Tuck Shop is the restaurant equivalent of that one friend who never tries too hard but always shows up looking incredible. Tucked on Notre-Dame West in Saint-Henri, it has the rare quality of being a genuinely great restaurant that doesn't seem to know - or care - that it's a genuinely great restaurant. No dress code, no attitude, no one asking you how the first few bites are going. Just good people, good wine, & good food doing its thing.
The steak frites is the kind of dish that makes you briefly angry at every other steak frites you've ever had. Perfectly cooked, no theatrics, no unnecessary foam or micro-herb situation - just meat & fries that have clearly been thought about by people who take the simple stuff seriously. This is the spot where industry people go on their nights off, & if that's not the highest possible endorsement a restaurant can receive, I don't know what is.
Tuck Shop has always been a'go to' spot for my wife & I. From date nights, to birthdays to anniversaries, we've been many times in the last few years. The food, the wine & the service are always exceptional. This past weekend though, they truly outdid themselves. I was planning a surprise dinner with about 18 guests. Other restaurants wanted to charge me exorbitant amounts of money for a group that size, or offered me ridiculous seating times like 5pm or 9:30pm. Not Tuck Shop though. I spoke with Jonathan & his exact words were'I'll do what it takes to make this happen.' & let me tell you, he wasn't kidding. The dinner was amazing from start to finish. Every guest was beyond impressed. All in all, I can't thank them enough for an extraordinary dinning experience. I cannot emphasize how much I recommend this restaurant. Go ASAP!
Beautiful ingredients, local produce, & a thoughtful wine selection. The effort in the kitchen is remarkable, & the service is truly exceptional.
however, the wine list pricing is greatly exaggerated. There should be more affordable options. The least expensive'reasonable' wine is 110$.
Wishing you & your team all the best & Continued success to all!
Our experience was, unfortunately, disappointing. We were a table of three on a Saturday night, & the overall atmosphere was overwhelmingly loud. The music was excessively loud, leading guests & staff to shout just to hold a conversation. On top of that, the open kitchen contributed a lot of additional noise. Staff didn't seem trained to minimize the noise, & no measures appeared to be in place to reduce sound. I've been to open kitchens where the cooks work quietly & efficiently, this wasn't one of them.
We were seated directly across from the restrooms, which was not ideal. Guests often left the doors open, though I have to give credit to the waiters who diligently closed them each time they walked by. Still, it wasn't a pleasant or comfortable spot to dine.
As for the food, it was overall good but didn't leave a lasting impression. A special mention goes to the quality of the meat for the Onglet de Boeuf & the lemon curd for dessert but on the other hand, the crème brûlée was a complete miss & the aspargus appetizer quite bland.
Toward the end of the evening, four different staff members came by to ask if we were finished with dessert. It came across as pushy & gave us the impression that we were being rushed out, despite the restaurant still being busy & nearby tables just receiving their main courses
On a positive note, the wine recommendation was excellent.
Unfortunately, I don't plan to return & wouldn't recommend it to others, but I hope this feedback can contribute to improving the overall guest experience.
Recently booked a table at Tuck Shop, & from start to finish, everything was spot on. From the moment we walked in the door, we were immediately taken care of.
The service was outstanding. Every staff member we interacted with was friendly, attentive, & made us feel right at home. They were genuinely excited to share their knowledge about the food & drinks, which made the experience even better.
The wine list is great, & the staff really knows their stuff. We got an awesome recommendation for a bottle that paired perfectly with our meal.
As for the food - we expected it to be so, but it was incredible. We sat at the chef's counter, & it was great to watch the chefs work their magic. Each dish was fresh, full of flavour, & beautifully presented.
The menu changes every month based on what's in season, so you know everything is always fresh & well thought out.
All in all, Tuck Shop is a St. Henri & Montreal gem. Great food, excellent service, & a cool atmosphere. Can't wait to go back!
Tuck Shop used to be one of our favorite spots-we always loved the food, the ambiance, & the overall experience. Unfortunately, something has changed, & our recent visit left us extremely disappointed.
From the moment we sat down, we felt rushed through our entire three-course meal. Our $100 bottle of wine was repeatedly poured high, seemingly to encourage faster consumption. As we were slowly savoring our last glass, we were abruptly informed that we couldn't order a cocktail to finish our evening because we needed to vacate the table in five minutes & jackets were delivered to our chairs, which were quickly taken back when I asked to first finish my wine glass.
The worst part? We were only given 1 hour & 15 minutes to enjoy a full three-course meal & a bottle of wine-an experience that should have felt indulgent & enjoyable, not pressured & hurried. Meanwhile, two other couples were there before us & still enjoying a coffee & dessert while we had to go. For a pricy evening, it was one of the most dissatisfying dining experiences we've had in a long time.
If you value a relaxed & well-paced dining experience, I'd recommend looking elsewhere. We won't be returning anytime soon.
Food was pretty good. The sommelier was trying to upsell me on getting the more expensive wine to "impress my clients" not knowing that it was just a company meal. Kinda weird!
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!
I was visiting the city with some friends & found some recs for Tuck Shop on Reddit. The service is exceptional, the food is something to return for, & the space has a stylish atmosphere. We shared some oysters, I had the grilled swordfish & my friends both had the Hanger steak with fries. For dessert we had the plum sundae, ice cream sandwich & olive oil cake. All were amazing including drinks. They have an extensive wine list. All in all we really enjoyed the whole experience & would reccomend. Additionally we're staying downtown & this charming neighborhood of 2 & 3 story old brick buildings was a welcome change. Bravo Tuck Shop 👏👏👏
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We've been to Tuck Shop a handful of times now. I never walk into a restaurant expecting to be disappointed, but the old addage goes "nobody bats a thousand". Tuck Shop. Tuck Shop bats a thousand. This time around we started with the Quebec snow crab legs, followed by the duck breast & the lobster pasta. The crab was sweet, & able to speak for itself. They got out of the way, took the deshelling difficulty with them, & let the flavour shine (with flavoured mayo & cocktail sauce on the side, should one want to dabble). The lobster pasta was perfectly cooked, & not over salted - something I have experienced with so many lobster pasta dishes in the past, that I figured that's just how the world worked. The duck breast dish was the star of the show for me. My amateur words cannot give the flavour its dues. The Dion Waiters award goes to the celery root puree that put up big numbers in a limited game time. Dessert was the olive cake (with rhubarb & vanilla ice cream), & a peach frozen yogurt sandwich. Strong contenders, but still unable to dethrone the homemade apple pie we had on our first visit as my Tuck Shop dessert GOAT. The service was quick, & ever-friendly - a staple of any visit to Tuck Shop. The recommended wine pairings for our mains were right on the money. (Disclaimer: we are far from sommeliers or wine connoisseurs.) We are already looking forward to our next Tuck Shop adventure.
Update April 2024, as good as ever! Wine list, service & food were 5 stars. If you want to splurge on a special occasion this is a top spot in Montreal to do so! Superb service & food. The food speaks for itself. Fresh ingredients, delishious dishes with great flavors. The service is some of the friendliest, most bilingual ive had recently. Could be a little over bearing if you dont want someone checking in on you very often, but for me it added to the night. Duck appetizer, the duck main & the roasted quail.
Outstanding restaurant with excellent servers. Excellent wine list & cocktails. Please try & come here if you're visiting Montreal or of course live in Montreal!
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Upscale, trendy, very loud. The food was amazing & the selection was very interesting. We did have to wait awhile for our food but it was worth it. The alcohol menu was a bit limited (cocktails, beers, glasses of wine) except the wine bottle selection was very extensive. Our server Kirsten was exceptional as was the rest of the wait staff. I'd highly recommend Tuck Shop if you don't mind a bit of volume.
Tuck shop has always been a montreal institution. Their menu is seasonal & the place is super cozy & charming, but the one thing that truly stands out & resonates with you is their impeccable service. It was my third time there, & I can honestly say that the service really elevates your experience. We had the cod croquettes & beef tartare to start & then shared the roasted trout & the truffle tagliatelle. Their beef tartare is simple & delicious, perfect consistency & zing. The code croquettes had the perfect crunch, & were flaky on the inside. The tagliatelle was definitely freshly made, the sauce was buttery & the white & black truffle shavings were the start of the dish. All their wines were privately imported, & the waitress helped us select a wine to suite our palate. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience & I highly recommend Tuck shop to anyone that appreciates good food & a cozy ambiance.
Food was fantastic, loved the pairings of flavours! Gabriel was amazing, everything he suggested complimented eachother perfectly. Especially the wine & ravioli combo 🤌🏼
Great place for casual fine dining. The creativity of the food is impressive. Servers are knowledgeable & make excellent wine & food recommendations. Worth a visit. Worth coming back.
