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Vallier Bistro Montréalais
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Vallier Bistro Montréalais

Old Montreal
4.6$$ & $$$
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Vallier Bistro Montréalais Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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.

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Reviews for Vallier Bistro Montréalais

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Review Summary

Reviews of Vallier Bistro Montréalais describe a stylish, welcoming space in Old Montreal where the atmosphere, service and food often come together for a memorable experience. The menu earns frequent praise for well executed dishes such as tartares, seafood, onion soup, moules and comforting classics, with highlights including the pouding chomeur and strong wine and cocktail selections, and portions noted as generous. Service is widely praised for attentiveness and friendliness, though a few visitors mention slower pacing or missteps during busy times, delays in water or the check, and occasional menu items being unavailable. Overall, Vallier Bistro Montréalais is seen as a beautiful, versatile spot for date nights, meals with friends or team gatherings, with many guests planning a return and recommending a visit, while advising to arrive before peak hours to avoid waits.
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I highly recommend the atmosphere, service, & cuisine of this Bistro, which, in terms of quality, rivals the most renowned restaurants in Montreal-at a third of the price, though! As a couple, we shared an enormous tomahawk steak of truly high quality, champagne-there's only one, but it's good-& a fantastic dark chocolate dessert! Vallier Bistro deserves at least one visit; for me, it was the second of many (the first time, I had a very respectable tartare for lunch!). Highly recommended-I'm sure after the first time, you'll be back for more, just as I was!

Feb 10, 2026
on Google

Stopped in for dinner after a long travel day. Sat at the bar where Tom served me. He was great, conversational & very quick. Had an excellent meal, the spicy beef tartare & the seafood risotto, they were fantastic. Left to continue my track out of town to find my rental car had been broke into. I came back the Vallier Bistro to find a warm spot to file a police report. Upon hearing my predicament Tom & his manager Will were beyond kind & gracious. They allowed me to post up for pushing 2 hours just to try to figure out my situation. They both offered their support helping me file a police report half in French (native & only English speaker here), allowed me to sit past closing so as not to put me out in the cold & just in general were very kind & supportive. Truly above & beyond & then some. Highly, highly recommend for their food & even more so for their service. Thank you both again, & to whomever reads these, please give these men a huge & deserved raise, it's hard to find that quality of service anywhere.

Nov 19, 2025
on Google

Great experience, great food. Highly recommend!

Nov 7, 2025
on Google

All the boxes are checked! Food, service & ambiance. & the pricing is affordable comparing to the other restaurants in old port area. Highly recommended.

Oct 7, 2025
on Google

A true gem in downtown Montreal

The atmosphere is beautiful & welcoming, making it a perfect place to relax & enjoy the city vibe. The service was excellent, attentive, friendly, & professional.

The food was absolutely tasty, with every dish prepared to perfection. The menu is very well designed, offering a variety of delicious options without being overwhelming.
Their alcohol & wine selection is also impressive, clearly crafted by a talented menu engineer who knows how to balance flavours & pairings.

Overall, a fantastic dining experience, great food, great drinks, & great service in a lovely setting. Highly recommended!

Aug 24, 2025
on Google

This place is very cozy. Great place to go with your significant other for a date. I had the burger & I loved it. My daughter had the pasta of the day with lamb & she loved it. I highly recommend. I love the ambience. The music. The staff is great

Jul 26, 2025
on Google
5.0

Amazing food, service & ambiance. Highly recommend when visiting Old Montreal.

Jun 30, 2025
5.0

I had a fantastic meal here! I started with the French onion soup, which was absolutely delicious-the cheese was perfectly crispy, & the bread had the ideal crunch. I also tried the Brussels sprout salad with shredded duck. While it was my least favorite dish of the night (mainly because I'm not a huge fan of duck), it was still really good. I do wish it had more Brussels sprouts, but the thick, flavorful bacon was a standout! For my main dish, I had the vol-au-vent, & it was one of the best comfort foods I've ever had. It wasn't too heavy & reminded me of chicken pot pie in phyllo dough-it was absolutely delicious, & I highly recommend it! For drinks, I originally asked for rosé, but they didn't have it. The server recommended Prosecco instead, & I'm so glad they did-it was amazing!

Jan 23, 2025
on Google

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
on Google
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1 Review
5.0

Great food, attentive servers & a warm & cozy atmosphere. Highly recommend ❤️

Oct 14, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent bistro classics! Food is delicious & staff is knowledgeable & efficient. It made for a great night out & will put it on the list for a return visit. Highly recommended.

Aug 11, 2023
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1 Review
4.5

Great restaurant, our server Tessie was fabulous. Wehad the grilled halloumi (awesome) the black pasta ( yummy) the French onion soup & some tasty drinks. Highly recommend!!

Nov 12, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Awesome service, friendly & attentive. Mushroom toast was something that I didn't think I needed but wow it was so tasty & the pasta special was fantastic. Highly recommend

Sep 24, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

Great ambiance, tasty meals, good service, amazing draft beer & good wine selection: highly recommended!

Mar 10, 2022
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1 Review
5.0

The food was delicious, I really liked my burger & the duck poutine was a hit with my friends. We really liked the vintage ambiance of the place & the service was great. I highly recommend!

Sep 12, 2021