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Universel Déjeuners et Grillades
Restaurant

Universel Déjeuners et Grillades

Downtown
4.4$ & $$
OPEN7 am - 8 pm
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Universel Déjeuners et Grillades Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, this restaurant takes the classic diner and gives it a hip makeover. A modern stainless steel decor provides the perfect setting for a casual lunch or night out. From pizza to pasta, from traditional omelettes to upscale veal dishes, and from simply brochettes to an intimidating array of triple decker sandwiches, Universel Déjeuners et Grillades has something to suit any taste. An extensive wine list cements this resto's reputation as an up and coming nightspot, but the list of beers on tap reveals an establishment that takes pride in what Quebec has to offer. Despite its obvious appeal to the young adult crowd, Universel Déjeuners et Grillades also has a children's menu available for both its breakfast/lunch and dinner sets. Add in some impressive breakfast platters and the house specialty "Déjeuner Universel", and it's clear that this diner juggles its dual personality as a family friendly establishment and a chic eatery with ease.

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Reviews for Universel Déjeuners et Grillades

Food
Service
on Google4.3 (3200+)
*as of 2026-02-15
5★
61%
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Review Summary

Universel Déjeuners et Grillades is described in reviews as a reliable, affordable go-to for hearty breakfasts and lunches in downtown Montreal, offering large portions and a wide variety of dishes from eggs Benedict, French toast, crepes, and waffles to burgers, fish and chips, and poutine, with all-day breakfast options and indoor and patio seating. The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly, and the menu appeals to both meat eaters and vegans with generous sharing portions. Service is frequently praised for friendliness and efficiency, though there are occasional notes of slower service during busy brunch times and a few complaints about tipping and a couple of unfriendly interactions. Food quality ranges from very good to decent, with standout items including eggs Benedict, smoothies, crepes, and house-made sauces, while some reviews mention coffee quality or a noisy, crowded vibe. Overall, Universel Déjeuners et Grillades offers a generous, value-driven experience with multiple seating options and a convenient location, making it a popular choice for breakfast or lunch, especially for groups, families, or travelers seeking a substantial meal.
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5.0

J'ai beaucoup aimé mon expérience à Universel. Nous y avons mangé pour le déjeuner, & c'était vraiment bon. J'ai trouvé les portions généreuses & les ingrédients de qualité. Vraiment pas mal de choix également. Mention spéciale pour notre serveuse Sarah qui était parfaitement serviable & très souriante. C'est toujours un gros plus. Service rapide également ! En tout cas nous reviendrons.

Apr 1, 2024
on Google

We went there Easter Sunday for breakfast & the service was horrible. The attitude of the staff is very unprofessional. We had to ask for everything instead they suppose to provide us by default. Example with egg breakfast combo with potatoes & toast. You suppose to have SALT PEPPER KETCHUP & JAM. But no they didn't even bother. I had to ask them. The pancakes for the kids were very hard & the chocolate milk portion was very very small... my kids didn't eat their pancakes. I had to ask for the coffee refill all the time. The waiter wasn't present . I had to look for him in order to ask for anything to be served.. The best thing in the end he comes with the bill woth TIPS included. I ask him why the tip is included, he said I have no choice to pay for it & it's a law. I have to give him 15% tip. My food order was 146$ & his tip was 22$ which equals to 168$. I told him I'll never give you a rip for bad service. He was insisting that I had no choice. So I ask for the manager & the manager is telling me the same thing. Also he start giving me excuses about the service. **he quote oh sir this us our fitmrst day for the terasse *** i replied since when this is a customer problem ...also I told him your service was bad & you still oblige me to pay him tip . He said sir. You have no choice, when I was discussing with him . One of his waiter had an audacity to interfere in the matter. I don't think the person was acting as a manager was actually a manager. I never had such an unprofessional behavior & 3rd class service. Honestly the food was good & expensive. I end up giving the waiter 15$ tip because I know they have to declare 7% tips of the total sales. I will not recommend anyone to go eat at that place. I really had a bad experience & ill highly recommend to stay away ....

Apr 1, 2024
on Google

The service was great, food serviced quickly & tasted great

Mar 18, 2024
on Google

Bon service bonne bouffe mais serveuse pas gêné de demander un plus gros tip ( jai donner 15% & me disais non ca cest 10% & se quelle ma demander étais l'équivalent d'un peu plus de 20%)

Mar 17, 2024
on Google
5.0

Good quality, giant portions.

Mar 15, 2024
on Google
5.0

Absolutely best restaurant in the area for breakfast or lunch

Mar 15, 2024
on Google

Great service & great food

Mar 13, 2024
on Google
3.0

I went there alone. I ordered French toast with strawberries, bananas, & chocolat for breakfast. Only sweetness. The waiter never asked how the food was or tried to refill water. I saw the waiter asking each table but me. Probably because I am Asia. It was not confortable experience to déjouner there if you are not white.

Mar 12, 2024
on Google

1/2 Benedict classic: you get 1 eggs benedicts with 1 half wafdle eith fruits & nutella. The eggs benedict was enjoyable & the waffle is huge. However, the waffle although it looked crispy on the outside was quite chewy & arduous to cut. Stilla tasted fine. The potatoes are subpar. Too big in my opinion, no seasonning on mine & not any bit crispy. The egg & sausage platter was not out of the ordinary but it was good, just like any classics. The toast were on the burn side, which I don't like. Overall the service was great & very efficient. I didn't try any other dishes, but the people I came with were quite satisfied with theirs. Each portion comes with not quite ripe fruits but it depends on the season, I get that. You well full at the end of your meal & it's not too expensive.

Mar 8, 2024
on Google

J'adore ce restaurant pour le déjeuner! J'habite à Québec & a chaque fois que je vais a Montréal je vais déjeuner a ce restaurant. Les assiettes sont genereuses & le services est rapide! La terrasse est vraiment superbe l'été.

Feb 29, 2024
on Google
5.0

I had lunch/brunch during the weekday with a bunch of colleagues. The food seems to be good & diverse. We didn't have to wait for long. Service was good. We were able to chat well.

Feb 18, 2024
on Google

Very efficient & friendly service. Food arrived quickly, & was quite delicious. Will be back, & would highly recommend!

Feb 11, 2024
on Google
5.0

Le gérant du restaurant est un homme vraiment généreux & compréhensif! Merci beaucoup!

Feb 6, 2024
on Google

Delicious breakfast poutine 😋 Very friendly staff 💪 A la prochaine 🤗

Feb 4, 2024
on Google
5.0

Bonjour, Excellent restaurant. Super bonne nourriture. Excellent service. C'est la meilleur Pizza & frites que j'ai mangé. Le hamburger était délicieux aussi. Restaurant que je recommande. Merci à tous les gens qui travaillent à ce resto. Bravo Luc

Feb 1, 2024
on Google

L' équipe de travail est très agréable. Des crêpes sont très délicieuses.

Jan 23, 2024
on Google
5.0

Tout était parfait pour mon premier brunch. Le menu était SI COMPLET que j'ai mis du temps à choisir ce que je voulais prendre. Il faudra que j'y retourne car je ne pouvais pas goûter à tout ce qui me plaisait dans le menu

Jan 23, 2024
on Google

Bon brunch, cadre & personnel sympas

Jan 22, 2024
on Google

Stopped in last Wednesday afternoon for a light supper. Ordered a latte & the omelette au champignons & brie. The latte was the best I have had on ages. The omelette was tasty though a bit bland. The home fries were crispy & nicely seasoned.

Jan 20, 2024
on Google
5.0

Good spot

Jan 17, 2024
on Google