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Venice Mtl

California sunshine meets the freshest signature poke bowls in the heart of Old Montreal.

Old Montreal
4.4$
OPEN11:30 am - 11 pm
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CalifornianPoke BowlSaladsJuice Bar & SmoothiesBurgersHealthyAcai BowlBrunchGreat selection of cocktails
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Venice Mtl provides a bright, California-inspired environment defined by colorful decor and a relaxed setting. The menu centers on fresh, vibrant ingredients that bring light and natural flavors to every plate. Skillfully prepared poke bowls arrive with crisp vegetables, tender proteins, and savory sauces that provide a balanced contrast of textures. Each dish incorporates seasonal produce to maintain a bright profile throughout the changing seasons. The kitchen maintains a steady emphasis on clean presentation and straightforward seasoning, ensuring the inherent quality of the ingredients remains the primary focus. This space offers a refreshing atmosphere where the surroundings mirror the light, wholesome nature of the food served.
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66%
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Reviews for Venice Mtl

Food
Service
on Google4.4 (2300+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
66%
4★
15%
3★
7%
2★
9%
1★
2%

Review Summary

Venice Mtl is widely recognized as a charming, California-inspired retreat in the heart of the Old Port, praised for its vibrant, cozy atmosphere and consistently fresh, high-quality poke bowls, burgers, and tacos. While many guests rave about the healthy menu options, creative cocktails, and friendly, efficient service that makes the restaurant a go-to spot for both casual lunches and relaxed dinners, some visitors have expressed concerns regarding rising prices, smaller portion sizes, and occasional inconsistencies in service speed or food seasoning. Despite these mixed remarks, the establishment remains a popular, well-decorated destination that captures a refreshing, beach-like vibe, earning frequent recommendations for its unique decor and overall inviting experience.
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The place seemed very promising! Some folks really enjoyed their meal (the poke bowls) even though it was small for the price it was. On the other hand, the tacos were really small & lacked spice & flavour. The atmosphere was good but it did get really crowded. Lastly, the service was disappointing. They got a meal wrong & gave us attitude when we tried to rectify the mistake. The servers seemed very overwhelmed but kept inviting more folks in.

Hopefully you can improve on these points. Wishing you the best

Jul 31, 2026
on Google

The food here is amazing!!
Delicious, fresh & vibrant!!

I ordered the Ponzu Salmon Poke bowl & it was lovely.

The staff here are mostly nice except for the little lad with the glasses & brown loafers, he needs to smile more.

Jul 30, 2026
on Google
5.0

We loved this place! The service was great & the food was amazing. Best açai bowls I have tasted in Montreal!

Jul 29, 2026
on Google

This place has always been my favorite spot for quality poke bowls. Fresh food, nice vibe, & amazing people! Highly recommend.

Jul 26, 2026
on Google
2.0

Sad to see how this place has gotten worse & worse over the years. Used to be a great spot for a nice meal & drink, but it now feels rundown, music not well adjusted, some lightbulbs not working. Zero service. They just bring food, & collect the bill. My'bowl' had no dressing at all. Not going again.

Jul 17, 2026
on Google

I found the place on my maps looking for options to eat near the Basilica. The food was fresh, we tried the poke bowls & my son had a burger. The decoration is nice lot of beach California vibes.

Jul 10, 2026
on Google
5.0

Cute little place next to the old town. Loved the quirky decorations; the staff was very friendly & efficient. My salmon poke bowl was delicious, & the cocktails were creative & tasty.

Jun 28, 2026
on Google

This place is truly a hidden gem 💎, If you are looking for high quality, healthy & reasonably priced food in the Old-Port this is one of very few places that is not a tourist trap. The have habds down the best fresh salades 🥗 & poke bowls in the area 🍜. If you go to eat there they have a chaming dining room, they serve delicious 🍹🍸 & have some great entree options, the calamari is my favorite. Well worth the detour especially for lunch of pickup.

Jun 13, 2026
on Google
3.0

The ambiance is charming.
Service was good though one of the servers did not seem like he wanted to be there.
The tacos were good BUT my salmon poke bowl was WAY too salty… felt like rice with a side of salmon with an ingredrient that was too salty & overpowered the aftertaste…
Was too overprice for the portion.
Chop sticks felt cheap.

May 30, 2026
on Google

Avoid at all costs. I ordered on here from Uber & it arrived quickly. Everything in the bowl was soggy. The chips were mushy, the rice was mushy, & everything was wet.

The portion was for an infant. Beyond disappointed. It is 30% smaller than the smallest bowl Ive ever had in my life. I will need to get another dinner. Almost $30 for a tiny burrito bowl before tip, tax, & fees.

May 5, 2026
on Google