Located in Old Montreal, Vandale invites you to discover the cuisine of renowned chef Alex Payon as well as the cocktail menu of bar chef Jake Cristofaro. Located on McGill Street, a stone's throw from the Square Victoria metro and the Old Port, the Vandale restaurant opened its doors in September 2021. The kitchen offers classic dishes revisited with talent using local products.
Designed by the renowned Speakeasy team, the interior of Vandale Restaurant housed in a historic building, reflects the hip sensibilities of the Old Port and Griffintown. Arranged on several levels, this restaurant allows you to observe the 'Street Art' of a dozen Montreal artists. The spectacle is all at once in the hall, on the walls and in the open kitchen. The Vandal Team awaits you there.
Vandale receives high marks for a refined experience with food that many say is cooked to perfection, generous portions, and a crowd favorite like the lamb, while the ambience and décor deliver a stylish speakeasy vibe that keeps the room feeling lively; the drinks and cocktail program are a standout feature with artful presentations and even interactive mixology workshops in the basement that add a cool, immersive element; some notes point to occasional service hiccups such as long gaps between courses, uneven attentiveness, and a few issues around payment or ordering, though overall the staff are described as friendly and capable; the venue's originality, murals, and wine focus create a memorable setting, and the whole experience is often described as value for money, making Vandale a must-try in Old Montreal with plans to return for more dishes and drinks.
This is the second time I go to Vandale during Montréal à Table. I like to go during that time because the choices are limited & chefs are showing their best. I like the ambience, the painting on the walls (e.g. Anthony Bourdain). The service is great.
La qualité de la nourriture était au-delà de mes attentes & le service très sympathique. Maintenant je ne mets que 4 étoiles en raison du temps d'attente entre chaque assiettes, quelques erreurs de commande & surtout, des terminaux qui proposent encore les pourboires calculés sur le coût après taxe
Mtl a table experience.
Food was all delicious, portions are very generous, esp the starters. Menu was varied.
Waiters are helpful but not overly well trained or well informed esp regarding wine choices. Service was prompt however.
Seems like a young crowd favors this place.
Group of 3, we went for MTL à Table! It was a very good tasting menu! The portions were pretty big considering it was 4 courses. The gnocchi & short rib were fantastic! The Staff, decor & vibe are great- there was just a super extra loud table next to us. All in all a very pleasant discovery !
Nov 8, 2025
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251101 Menu Montreal a table en novembre 2025 exellent, 50 CAD pp pour une cuisine delicieuse pleine de saveurs. Pour 2, Gravlax & aubergine farcie, poitrine de porc & gnocchis, 2 tatakis, & 2 tiramisu pour finir. Portions genereuses, le tout apres un focaccia maison & 2 cocktails Tiki. Le cocktail Spicy naked avec figue pour les amateurs de spicy seulement, vous etes prevenus...! Service impeccable, ambiance deroutante en bien! A recommander absolument pour le bues de novembre. JinZhu JYW
Nous avons eu l'honneur de faire l'atelier de mixologie avec Paul. C'était hyper professionnel mais aussi très humain. Nous avons appris comment faire des drinks classiques.
We visited Vandale Speakeasy & were really impressed by the food - everything we ordered was delicious, well-prepared, & beautifully presented. Unfortunately, the service didn't quite match the quality of the kitchen. Our share plates arrived before our tasting plates & utensils, which made things a bit awkward. Our food even showed up before our drinks, despite the bar being fairly empty (we were told the bartender was backed up). Water glasses went unfilled all night, & there were long waits between each of the three courses.
What stood out most, however, was the nonchalant attitude of both our server & the bartender. There didn't seem to be much urgency or attentiveness, which dampened what could have been an otherwise fantastic dining experience. Honestly, it makes sense the place was empty on a Friday night.
The food alone makes Vandale worth a visit, but we hope the service catches up to the level of the kitchen.
Hidden gem in Montreal! Stopped in for the Atelier Mixology class in the basement of this restaurant (which was equally amazing). Had a drink at the bar before we started - absolutely delicious. The barman was kind, funny, & made the best drinks. These were not just generic beverages but rather artfully crafted, highly complex drinks. After the class, we decided to stay for dinner as it smelled SO good coming back up the stairs. We all opted for the 3 course meal - wow. Every course was more amazing than the last. I can't recommend this place enough! Merci!
Coup de coeur. La nourriture était vraiment bonne. Les portions étaient grandement suffisantes. Le lieu est vraiment agréable & le service rapide. J'ai passé une belle fête d'anniversaire 😍
