Venice MTL gets high marks for a fresh, colorful California inspired menu that includes poke bowls, tacos, salads, and burgers, with dishes often described as flavorful and nicely presented. The vibe is modern and cozy, reminiscent of a relaxed Cali beachside spot, and the atmosphere is calm and welcoming with friendly service. The staff are typically attentive and the experience is described as quick and efficient, with many noting good value for the quality and gluten free or lighter, healthier options. The coffee and drinks receive compliments, including a cappuccino and an espresso martini that some guests call the best they have had. The poke bowls are frequently highlighted as among the best in Montreal, though a few reviews report inconsistencies such as dry rice, overly salty seasoning, or smaller portions for the price, and occasional longer waits during busy periods. Overall, Venice MTL is seen as a dependable, casual destination in Old Montreal for groups or couples seeking a Californian inspired, flavorful meal with a relaxed vibe.
They definitely have the Cali vibes in Old Montreal. The staff were friendly & the food was really, really good! I love the decor too. It's an awesome place to dine & chill. Will visit this again when we're back in Montreal.
Bonne adresse de poke bowl!! Décor style Boho digne d'un restaurant de la côte ouest. Endroit très rafraîchissant. Vous pouvez manger sur place comme pour emporter. Si vous travaillez & peu de temps de pause, vous pouvez commander à l'avance & passer récupérer votre lunch.
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On a découvert par hasard ce petit resto. Service vraiment sympa & la bouffe délicieuse. C'est bien décoré avec une vibe chill d'été. On le recommande fortement
We haven't had a chance to try food, & that's also a reason to come back, but we did try some drinks, & they were amazingly prepared! The vibe in the restaurant is absolutely perfect! The balance between cozy & chic,with warm lighting, tasteful decor, & music sets the mood of summer vacation.
I love the vibe of this quaint restaurant!
The music.
The decor.
The food.
The service.
A+ all around.
We showed up on a frigid February snowy evening so the Cali vibe was right on point!!
We tried the Avocado Toast & the Chipotle Lime Chicken Taco with a side of Edamame beans & fries.
There was nothing left on our plates - that's how good it all was.
Would love to go back on a hot summer day.
Une adresse très sympa résolument tournée vers un décor & une ambiance californienne. La cuisine est également dans le thème avec un large choix de bowls. A découvri
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This place does nice poke bowls. I can't comment on other food. Great atmosphere & decor, just missing the beach view if you know what I mean. Service was good, the place was not packed but meals came in about 15 minutes. Food, I had the Tao poke bowl & at first I was skeptical on how good their general Tao could be but in the end I was impressed. The bowls (or plates) is shallow filled with rice & vegetables & this one came with Kim chi. A bit pricey at $20+ but it's just enough food to keep you going. I would definitely go back but it would have to be with a friend that wanted a healthy lunch.
C'est une bonne surprise ! On a été séduit par la façade du restaurant & l'esprit californien dans la décoration & le menu correspond bien à l'ambiance ! Les frites de patates douces sont très bonne & la mayonnaise au curry est très savoureuse ! Le poké poulet tao est assez relevé par contre je ne m'attendais pas à ce que pique autant mais ça reste bon quand même ! Mon coup de coeur revient au carott cake qui est excellent & bien moelleux :) Le service est très bien aussi ! L'esprit californien est bien respecté
Service was great, price was great, interior decoration was solid, & location was phenomenal - but what actually made this a 12/10 for me was the food. Everything else could have been sub par but they still would have got a five star rating from me simply because of the food. I got the Indian bowl, & the flavours were amazing - the highlight being the sauce, which seemed to be tahini-based with lemon & garlic perhaps? I didn't ask, but it was as if hummus actually tasted good & was turned into a sauce. It's really worth a shot, you should try this place.
Très belle agresse pour des pokes bowls orignal très bon. Il y a des options pour les végétariens. Il y a d'autres plates coréens. La décoration est belle ce qui forme une ambiance agréable.
I went there on a Friday evening, I thought the place would be crowded but we were the first arrivals. The place is cozy & has nice decorations & cute vibes. The menu is rich & has healthy nutritious options. I have discovered that I need to be on a gluten free diet recently so it is a bit challenging when dining out. However, this place makes it a bit easier with some GF options. They also have low fat & vegetarian options with healthy cold press juices & other kinds of cocktails & drinks. I ordered the sweet potatoes fries & they were sooo good & the cumin addition was another level. Also I ordered tofu poke but I asked them to put shrimps instead of the tofu. My friend ordered the GF tacos. The portion is a bit small but they were so good. The waiters were so welcoming & attentive. The washrooms were fine too. The only thing that disturbed the nice dinner that I saw a small mouse running in the place & I was stressed all the time as I was the only one who saw it. But you know it is Montreal & that area is full of these little creatures 😬😬😬 All in all I recommend this place especially for the ones who look for GF options.
We had the salmon poke bowl & the pizza. The restaurant decor is very cute & the food came out very fast for how busy it was. Poke bowl was absolutely delicious & the mix of flavours for what they had in there was amazing.
Super cute Venice beach themed decor in the heart of old port. I highly recommend the guacamole & the poke bowls. It is a great place to stop by for a reliably delicious meal any time of day.
Très bon, ça nous a permis de manger plus équilibré & raffiné, le lieu est sympa par son décor ainsi que par le service toujours très agréable part les Canadiens.
