Adam R.
Yelp
Last week, while noticing quite a few restaurants were closed for an extra long holiday (which we Americans are not used to) my cousin called Rib-N-Reef and found out to our surprise, they were open, and we were fortunate enough not to need a reservation!
When we walked in, noticed the place was fully staffed (right after the holidays) and were immediately greeted by four smiling faces, back to back. From the valet, to the hostess, to the coat checker, to the waiter. After sitting down, the waiter was incredibly polite, and after mentioning it was my first time here, he gave me some great recommendations.
After ordering, and before we even got our appetizers, the pre appetizer items (pickle, coleslaw, bread and butter) were absolutely beautiful as far as presentation, and flavor! The pickle was definitely brined specifically for this restaurant, and the bread was one of those shapes you know they had to carefully find, and make sure there were no burnt pieces. On top of that, the butter was this fun shaped flower, which I enjoyed.
When it came to sides, the mushrooms were scrumptious, with the perfect amount of sautéing and the mashed potatoes were like eating a cloud (a tasty one at that). The steak? The steak was absolutely perfectly cooked. I ordered medium rare and it was rare in just the right places with a nice searing. The garlic that was to be squeezed on top added a great flavor as well!
I have to add two more compliments and a complaint. The decor had me feeling like I was in the godfather (compliment). The sparkling water was quite delicious, (ordered by my companions) which I usually dont like, but.. I may have to call in to ask about what kind it was! The negative item was I was so tired (for when I went) I forgot to order dessert!
Overall a fantastic experience, for a place that when I visit Montreal next (in a month or so) I'll be back for more, and this time I will be ordering dessert, and bringing my entire family!