A contemporary and inviting bistro in the heart of the city where comforting and often reinvented classics that Montréalers love exist alongside creations inspired by local flavours. At Vallier, locally sourced ingredients and products are spotlighted both on the menu and on the cocktail list.
Reviews describe Vallier Bistro Montréalais as a stylish, warm and convivial spot in downtown Montreal where attentive, professional service and a creative, locally sourced menu come together with a charming atmosphere. Diners repeatedly praise the friendly staff at the bar and the well curated wine and cocktail list, noting that dishes such as escargots, the salade Cesar Vallier, toast aux champignons, a poutine with confit canard, vol au vent, the Vallier burger, tartares, and seasonally driven plates showcase both creativity and quality with locally sourced ingredients. The onion soup gratinée and pouding chômeur are among the desserts highlighted, and portions are often generous with a sense of good value for the experience. The ambiance is described as modern yet welcoming, suitable for brunch, lunch or dinner, with a pleasant terrace and a strong drinks program enhancing the meals. While most experiences are very positive and many say it is a place to return, some reviews mention slower service during peak times, occasional delays in receiving the bill, and the occasional dish not fully meeting expectations for the price.
Le resto est très joliment décoré, & on y est très bien installé pour le repas. L'accueil & le service sont agréables, & la nourriture très bonne. Je recommande 😊
Sep 29, 2025
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Randomly stopped in to Vallier for a bite to eat & was attracted to the decor. We had the fish of the day & the pasta of the day & were pleased with both. We shared the fennel salad with salmon & this was definitely the highlight. We had bad timing arriving just behind a party of 18 but William took great care of us & we never minded a bit.
Love this restaurant, with its stunning decor, delicious food, & a waiter named William who was both charming & exceptional. I will definitely be back.
We spotted this place by walking by, driven by the cozy atmosphere & pretty decor we decided to make a reservation for dinner the next day. We indicated we were two couples with two babies, & a table with a great amount of space was waiting for us, which made us feel instantly welcome. The atmosphere was pretty local & easy going, we even made some friends with two girls that were dining solo (one was reading a book accompanied with a drink)! The food was just AMAZING; we had the gnocchi Mac & cheese, the lamb, the mushroom raviolis, shepherds pie & meatballs (in order of favorite to less favorite). For dessert we had pudding Chomeur & crème brûlée. Even the cappuccinos were amazing. This was our last night at Montreal & couldn't have been happier with the choice. Can't recommend this place enough, thanks to all the staff for making it a great evening, & of course the kitchen & bar staff as well. We will definitely come back!!!
Super resto ! On a adoré le décors & l'ambiance cosy Menu intéressant & varié, mélange de cuisine française & québécoise revisité Le pouding chômeur est à essayer absolument !! Service impeccable 5⭐️
Oct 27, 2024
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Un accueil irréprochable & des plats que que généreux ! Philippe est très souriant & nous a servi à la perfection tout au long de la soirée ! Gros coup de coeur pour la décoration également Nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir ! Vous êtes au top ne changez rien
Sûrement le meilleur bistrot de Montréal. Une décoration exotique, des mets d'une merveilleuse qualité ! Un service de grande compétence ! Merci pour ce superbe moment !
The bistro is an absolute gem of a place, aesthetic decor, delicious food, & virtuous services by the staff especially Romain! Thank you Vallier for recommending this place. Guys do try the mushroom toast & Mac & Cheese!
The ambiance of this restaurant is simply fantastic! The cozy atmosphere, soft lighting, & elegant decor create the perfect setting for any special occasion. From appetizers to desserts, this restaurant exceeded all our expectations! Highly recommended
May 30, 2024
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Une expérience culinaire extraordinaire. Nous avons si bien mangé, je recommande & j'y retournerai avec des amis dans les prochaines semaine c'est certain. Le service était rapide & impeccable. Nous avons adoré l'ambiance chaleureuse & la décoration naturelle. Mon étoile de la journée, la soupe à l'oignon. Merci encore.
Accueil & service chaleureux, souriants . Joli décor & pas trop bruyant . La salade tiède & le tartare étaient excellents. Nourriture simple mais bonne . Moment agréable .
Tout est parfait ! J'adore tout du décor. Seul point à améliorer serait le choix de plats; pas toujours simple à faire mais ça pourrait varié un peu plus...
Dec 15, 2023
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Je suis allée manger après mon travail. J'ai commandé la salade chaude, juste incroyable, que des bons produits, avec un mélange de textures & de saveurs. Les portions sont généreuses. Très grand choix de vins. Endroit magnifique, où on se sent bien, entourés de plantes & d'une décoration au goût raffiné, ambiance très chaleureuse. Le service est parfait & j'ai été très bien conseillé. Parfait pour tout type d'événements, un repas seul au bar, un date avec son/sa partenaire, repas entre amis ! Je viens de me créer une dépendance.
I was very happy with this place. I normally complain a lot about restaurants but this one I would return to. I had french onion soup, the mussels & split the lava cake. Drinks included their sparkling water. I wasn't happy with their choice of sparkling water, & found it saltier compared to other brands. No complaints on the french onion soup except that it felt like my soup never cooled down so I was continuously trying to discreetly blow my nose. I ended up stealing other tables napkins after using all the ones at ours. The mussels were good. The shape of the pot they came with was visually stunning but made it difficult for my first 20 mussels to access their both. I would have enjoyed bread to soak up the sauce but realized the couple in front of us asked for bread & the waiter brought some. Next time I'll ask. The lava cake was good. I prefer lava cakes that ooze out when cut in half instead of a cakier dough but the English cream was a nice addition that I will use at home. The decoration was great, music wasn't loud so you could hear your table mates. The lighting was cozy but lit enough to read the menu. & the waiters took extra time to explain the menu even though the restaurant was busy. I didn't feel rushed by them nor bothered too much. Will be returning & excited to see how their menu changes with the seasons.
This is a hidden gem in Montreal. Great prices. Great food. & super accommodating staff! We came as a family with our newborn & the staff helped us make extra space on the terrace for our stroller. We had the oysters which is HUGE! Also, the decor inside is stunning & really nice for an evening cocktail out with friends next time. We will be back.
Months ago my partner & I randomly stopped in for a drink at the bar because we had some time to kill in the area. We were impressed by the decor & the friendliness of the staff so we said we'd come back sometime for a meal.
Yesterday we decided to try having dinner here & we're not disappointed. We ordered the Calimari, Brussel sprout Cesar salad (delicious), French onion soup & Steak. Everything was good, the prices are reasonable & the service was friendly again. We enjoyed the vintage style, live plants & natural light from the big windows.
