Tasting Menu: Restaurant Suggestions in Montreal
In Montreal, there are those who read the entire menu before ordering, and those who, with a confident smile, tell the server: “I’ll have the tasting menu.” If you’re among the latter, you know. You know that life’s too short to limit yourself to a single plate, and that the true magic of a meal often lies in the unexpected.
A love letter to flavor
The tasting menu is, at its core, a love letter to flavor. It’s like handing the chef the keys to your appetite and saying, “Show me who you are.” In our beautiful city, where culinary creativity knows no bounds, chefs and cooks compete in boldness to craft journeys where small miracles and big moments follow one another. Each course arrives like a chapter in a sensory novel, carefully composed to surprise, move, and sometimes disorient—just enough to remind us why we love to eat.
Behind every bite, a vision
What we savor in a tasting menu isn’t just technique—it’s vision. Behind every bite, there’s an idea, a sense of place, a meeting of minds. You taste the season, the hand of the producer, the temperament of the chef. It’s an experience that engages all the senses, but also curiosity: you must be willing to let go, to surrender control, to embrace not knowing what’s next—and that’s precisely where the joy lies.
An intelligent indulgence
In the end, you leave the table a little moved, a little full, with the feeling of having traveled without ever leaving your seat. The tasting menu is a luxury, yes—but an intelligent one: the luxury of discovery, trust, and sharing.
So next time someone asks if you prefer “à la carte” or “tasting,” remember: in Montreal, choosing the latter means saying yes to adventure—one bite at a time. To help you get started, we’ve rounded up a list of restaurants offering tasting menus worth exploring. This list will certainly evolve over time, and we’ll be sure to keep you posted.
BOUILLON BILK
Bouillon Bilk is an exceptional restaurant. In an ultra-minimalist setting, you’ll find one of Montreal’s finest tables. The establishment offers an outstanding culinary experience with Québécois cuisine that dares to go off the beaten path. The eight-course tasting menu ($115) is available starting at 8 p.m. Created by the talented chef François Nadon, it showcases, as always, remarkably complex textures and flavor combinations. A wine pairing can be added for an additional $100, and a five-course version is also available ($95 with wine pairing at $65). Bouillon Bilk also stands out for the exceptional quality and professionalism of its service. This is where you come for a true gastronomic evening in one of Montreal’s most essential restaurants—an address we deeply love. Photo : Alison Slattery
Montréal
Candide
Tucked between Notre-Dame Ouest Street and Lionel-Groulx Avenue, Restaurant Candide exudes a unique charm. It was the first restaurant to set up shop in a beautifully converted presbytery! The cuisine of chefs John Winter Russell and Angèle Gauthier is both elegant and inventive. Here, guests enjoy a thoughtful and delicious expression of local gastronomy. The tasting menu features four courses: two starters, a choice of main course, and either dessert or cheese, all for $68. The ingredients are fresh, the portions refined, and a wine pairing is also available for $50. The setting is as distinctive as it is welcoming, offering an atmosphere where conversation flows easily — the perfect backdrop for a quietly memorable meal. Photo: Mickael Bandassak
Montréal
Restaurant La Chronique
In 2025, La Chronique celebrated its 30th anniversary (!) — a remarkable milestone for one of Montréal’s most acclaimed French restaurants. Nestled on Laurier Avenue West, this elegant establishment has long held its place among the city’s finest dining addresses. With its minimalist décor, crisp white tablecloths, and impeccable service, La Chronique embodies understated sophistication. The restaurant also boasts a private dining room, making it a favorite for intimate gatherings, and is renowned for being one of those rare places where conversation flows easily. In the kitchen, acclaimed Québec chef Olivier de Montigny oversees one of the most refined menus in town, working closely with Marc de Canck, the Belgian founder of the house, who still offers his guidance and occasional collaboration. The menu showcases French-inspired cuisine that evolves with the seasons and the freshest market arrivals. The restaurant’s signature tasting menu, available in five courses (plus amuse-bouches and mignardises) for $145 — or $250 with wine pairings — changes daily to highlight the chef’s inspiration and the best ingredients of the moment. A true Montréal classic, La Chronique continues to represent the pinnacle of French fine dining in the city.
Montréal
Le Mousso
Le Mousso has been the talk of the town since its opening, and for good reason — the restaurant offers an unparalleled gastronomic experience. Young chef Antonin Rousseau-Rivard is among Montreal’s most creative and talented culinary minds. Guests are welcomed into a minimalist dining room, its neutral tones brought to life by the striking artworks of Jean-Paul Mousseau, the chef’s grandfather. The tasting menu is offered at $250, with a full wine pairing available for $115. At Le Mousso, the chef and sommelier guide diners through a truly singular culinary journey, one that’s both deeply personal and meticulously choreographed. The restaurant accommodates only 30 guests per evening, ensuring an intimate and immersive experience. Please note that arrival before 6:45 p.m. is required — a small price to pay for one of Montreal’s most distinctive dining experiences.
Montréal
Maison Boulud
Maison Boulud, the signature restaurant of the elegant Ritz-Carlton, is the very definition of sophistication. Guests come here to celebrate a special occasion, indulge themselves, or simply impress. The chef crafts extraordinary dishes that elevate classic French cuisine to new heights. The seven-course tasting menu is priced at $180, with an optional wine pairing available for $140. Beyond the exceptional food, what stands out most is the refinement of the space — elegant, serene, and warmly luxurious. With its impeccable service, polished ambiance, and exquisite attention to detail, Maison Boulud remains one of Montreal’s most refined destinations for a gastronomic evening where conversation flows as smoothly as the wine.
Montréal
Renoir Restaurant
At the Sofitel, in the heart of downtown Montreal, lies one of the city’s finest French restaurants: Renoir. Head chef Olivier Perret, a proud recipient of the prestigious title Maître Cuisinier de France, creates dishes that are vibrant, flavourful, and beautifully presented. Recently renovated and now sharing its space with the NINI Cocktail Lounge, Renoir boasts an inviting, elegant, and colourful setting — the perfect backdrop for a refined culinary evening in downtown Montreal.
Montréal
Toqué!
Toqué! is a true Montreal institution — one of the city’s most essential fine dining destinations, with over three decades of excellence behind it. A pioneer that inspired an entire generation of talented chefs, Toqué! has long championed local producers and the traceability of every ingredient it serves. Season after season, the restaurant’s tasting menus showcase market-driven cuisine built around the finest terroir products Quebec has to offer. The seven-course tasting menu is priced at $198, with wine pairings available from $95 to $115, or Prestige wine pairings ranging from $210 to $320. Toqué! embodies quality and consistency at the highest level, offering an exceptional dining experience that deserves to be enjoyed — and revisited — time and time again. Photo: Hans Laurendeau, Shoot Studio
Montréal
Île Flottante
Île Flottante takes the place of the now-closed Les Deux Singes de Montarvie, bringing a fresh and creative spirit to the Mile End. This distinctive restaurant is all about discovery and spontaneity. The culinary offering changes slightly every day, as the chef and team draw inspiration from new arrivals and the mood of the moment. The restaurant’s tasting menu—priced at $120—is entirely designed around this philosophy of exploration, with a particular focus on vegetarian dishes. Refined yet playful, Île Flottante is a true celebration of seasonality and imagination.
Montreal
Jun I
Jun I, located on Laurier Est Avenue, offers a six-course Omakase tasting menu priced at $90 per person. The menu features an exquisite assortment of nigiri, sashimi, and maki, along with duck tartare, black cod, striped bass, Montebello trout confit, and a dessert to finish. Elegant, balanced, and deeply refined, Jun I’s Omakase highlights the chef’s masterful technique and the delicate artistry of Japanese cuisine in Montreal.
Montréal
Park
Park, the acclaimed restaurant of chef Antonio Park now offers a mysterious Omakase tasting menu. True to the chef’s signature style, this experience blends Japanese precision with South American flair, making it one of Montreal’s most intriguing and refined culinary journeys.
Westmount
Restaurant Hélicoptère
Hélicoptère is one of Montreal’s very best restaurants — and arguably offers one of the best value tasting menus in the city! This address is an absolute must for those who love unique, discovery-driven dining experiences. With its warm atmosphere, attentive service, and beautifully creative cuisine, Hélicoptère captures everything we love about Montreal’s new generation of restaurants: local, thoughtful, and full of heart.
Montréal
Restaurant Mastard
Located on Bélanger Street, Mastard is a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant offering refined seasonal cuisine that highlights the best local ingredients. The menu changes with the seasons, reflecting the chef’s creative vision and the team’s close relationship with local producers. Guests can enjoy a beautifully balanced five-course tasting menu for $90, enhanced by a thoughtful wine pairing for $60 and a dessert pairing for $15. Chef Simon Mathis’s meticulous, inventive, and deeply personal approach to cooking earned Mastard a well-deserved Michelin star in 2025 — a testament to the restaurant’s artistry, precision, and authentic sense of place.
Montréal
ALMA
Opened on May 11, 2018, in a quiet corner of Outremont, Alma is the creation of Lindsay Brennan and Juan Lopez Luna, who have succeeded in crafting a space where guests can enjoy excellent Catalan natural wines and beautifully prepared dishes inspired by the Mediterranean coast. Each month, Alma offers a “carte blanche” tasting menu priced at $149 per person, as well as a five-course tasting menu available for $109 per person. Warm, intimate, and thoughtful, Alma perfectly captures the spirit of Mediterranean hospitality — refined yet relaxed, and always centered around good food, great wine, and genuine connection.
Montréal
Satay Brothers
Satay Brothers offers the most affordable and flavourful tasting menu in Montréal! If you’re looking for a festive and budget-friendly outing, we absolutely recommend a visit to this beloved spot!
Montréal
Lawrence
The golden rule here, more than ever, is respect for the product. The kitchen team works hand in hand with Lawrence Butchery to offer the best of a carnivorous feast along with beautiful vegetable dishes. The menu is highly refined and can be enjoyed as a tasting menu for an exceptional gastronomic experience.
Montréal
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