Maison Boulud: Essential dining at The Ritz in Montreal
The Ritz-Carlton is one of the most luxurious hotels in Montreal. In 2012, the establishment finally welcomed a restaurant worthy of the hotel. Indeed, the renowned chef Daniel Boulud opened an exceptional venue here. Maison Boulud, a fine dining restaurant, quickly became a Montreal staple and one of the best French restaurants in the city.
Maison Boulud stands out primarily because of the quality of its team, starting with Daniel Boulud at the helm of the enterprise. Since May 2021, this establishment has consistently had talented chefs who expertly lead its kitchens.
As for Maison Boulud’s wine list and other refreshments, the sommelier team is headed by David Goirand. At Maison Boulud, he manages a selection of over 600 labels sourced from vineyards in France and other renowned wine regions around the world!
Maison Boulud is also a must-visit for the ambiance in which you enjoy your meal. The restaurant, with seating for about a hundred guests, is set in a space designed by the Japanese firm Super Potato, known for crafting the atmosphere of several high-end hospitality establishments worldwide. The firm is renowned for its use of wood, bronze, and glass; everything here exudes luxury, richness, and comfort. Highlights include the fireplace at the center of the restaurant and the overall elegance of the space. During the summer, the veranda adjacent to the dining room offers a magical setting for your meal. Maison Boulud also features private dining options, with a private room accommodating up to 24 guests and a semi-private lounge that seats six. Additionally, the restaurant boasts one of Montreal’s most beautiful terraces.
Ultimately, Maison Boulud is a cornerstone of Montreal’s dining scene thanks to its exceptional cuisine. The menu is rooted in French culinary traditions but also reflects the chef’s experiences in Italy, England, and New York. Maison Boulud’s offerings evolve with the seasons, highlighting local Quebec products whenever possible. This is haute cuisine at its most memorable. From classic breakfasts served daily to extraordinary lunches, weekend brunches, evening menus, or the tasting menu ($138), the dishes are incomparable—refined, contemporary, original, and flavorful. Maison Boulud is frequently listed among the best for tartares, and pasta. For dessert, Claude Guérin crafts delectable sweet creations.
On the beverage side, Maison Boulud offers an extensive selection of private imports and wines by the glass, with bottle prices starting at $50. For the curious or those on a budget, the bar menu is an excellent option, featuring surprising cocktails perfect for an original 5 à 7.
At Maison Boulud, the dedication of each team member is palpable, and it’s clear that management ensures every detail offered to guests is impeccable. The quality is unparalleled, and guests are treated as exceptional patrons. “We named the restaurant ‘Maison Boulud’ partly because we wanted to create a home-like atmosphere—a warm space where everything is homemade, where quality reigns, and where there’s something for everyone,” explains the team.
This address is among our favorites for business lunches, places where conversation flows easily, and elegant tea times. Notably, Maison Boulud is open on December 24th, December 25th, and New Year’s Day during the holiday season.
The Ritz Carlton is one of Montreal’s finest hotels. In 2012, the hotel finally opened a restaurant which lives up to the standard of the Ritz Carlton, after calling in renown Chef Daniel Boulud. He has created something exceptional – Maison Boulud – an haute-cuisine restaurant, and a Montreal ‘must’.
Maison Boulud is not a restaurant to be ignored, a result of the exceptional quality of the team. Since May 2021, this establishment has always had talented chefs who masterfully run its kitchens.
As for wines and other refreshments, David Goirand is in charge of the sommelier’s office. At Maison Boulud, he manages a list of more than 600 selected references in the vineyards of France and various other major wine regions of the world!
Another fabulous aspect of Maison Boulud is the environment in which you enjoy your meal. The 100-seat restaurant is set in a setting designed by the Japanese firm “Super Potato”. They are also the ones responsible for several other hospitality establishments around the world. The firm is known for its use of wood, bronze and glass; everything here is luxurious, rich and comfortable. We particularly like the fireplace in the centre of the restaurant and the elegance of the space. During the summer season, the veranda adjacent to the dining room creates a truly a magical atmosphere. Indeed, the restaurant has a lounge which is in fact a private room that can accommodate up to 24 people and be booked for private events. It is also possible to book a semi-private lounge that can accommodate six people.
Maison Boulud has, indisputably, one of the most beautiful terraces in Montreal.
Finally, Maison Boulud has earned this reputation primarily through its exceptional cuisine. The restaurant offers a menu inspired by the French tradition. Maison Boulud’s menu changes with the seasons, trying to promote Quebec products as much as possible. Of course, we are talking about fine cuisine and this menu is really memorable. Whether it’s classic breakfasts served every day, exceptional lunches ($38 and $45 lunch-specials available), weekend brunch, evening menu or tasting menu: the final product is incomparable. Refined and contemporary cuisine, original and tasty. In desserts, Claude Guérin prepares numerous delicious sweet options to end your meal.
On the beverage side, Maison Boulud offers a wide range of private imports and single glass options – note that bottle prices start at $50. The bar is ideal, offering a surprising choice of cocktails for an original 5 to 7. After 9 p.m., the restaurant announces a three-course late night menu at $55.
At Maison Boulud, we feel the work of each individual, and it is obvious that the management scrupulously ensures that everything offered to customers is impeccable. The product offered is of superior quality, and the customer is treated as an exceptional guest each visit. “We called the restaurant ‘Maison’ Boulud, because we wanted to offer a house-like atmosphere. A warm environment where everything would be homemade, the product would be of quality, and there would be something for everyone.”
Maison Boulud
Written by Élise Tastet
