Monarque
Restaurant · Vieux Montréal ·
French fare with international twists; chic brasserie & dining room
French fare with international twists; chic brasserie & dining room
"A popular spot for Montreal power lunches, this restaurant has two distinct spaces: a lively brasserie, and then a more elegant dining room with immaculate white tablecloths on artfully spaced tables. The chef, trained in France by David Zuddas (Auberge de la Charme), draws on French technique and international influences: duck consommé with autumn vegetables, braised duck and barley; sea trout, dashi, daikon, and pak choi. The reference in the name to the migratory butterfly (the monarch) makes perfect sense. At lunchtime, the set menu is limited to two courses, with the option of dessert for an extra charge. Come evening, the dinner offer comprises a four-course set menu. For its use of local ingredients and aged meats, such as beef from Prince Edward Island, and good selection of local cheeses, this restaurant where traditional meets modern comes highly recommended." - Michelin Inspector
"Old Montreal's Monarque is one of the best places in the city for a splurge, with two seating options to choose from. Our favorite perch is the middle brasserie section with a view of the long bar and bustling kitchen, but the fancier dining room with cozy banquettes is the more romantic choice at night. Start with gruyère gougères or smoked cod fritters, then move on to the bouillabaisse, their remarkable steak frites, or a burger with frites in a paper cone, and pair it all with something from their 400-strong, mostly European wine list. Desserts are terrific, especially the mile-high pavlova." - ivy lerner frank
"Old Montreal's Monarque is one of the best places in the city for a splurge, with two seating options to choose from. Our favorite perch is the middle brasserie section with a view of the long bar and bustling kitchen, but the fancier dining room (think cozy banquettes) is the more romantic choice at night. Start with gruyère gougères or smoked cod fritters, then move on to the bouillabaisse, their remarkable steak frites, or a burger with frites in a paper cone, and pair it all with something from their 400-strong, mostly European wine list. Desserts are terrific here, especially the mile-high pavlova." - Ivy Lerner-Frank
"Old Montreal's Monarque is a great destination to explore French bistro fare in a classic setting. Start with gruyere gougères or smoked cod fritters and move on to bouillabaisse, cornish hen, or their remarkable steak-frites—or even a burger served with those same frites, proffered in a paper cone, just for fun. Desserts are terrific here, including a mile-high pavlova. Service is smooth and professional at the bar, small tables, banquettes, or in the more formal restaurant section, which offers a weekday table d’hôte lunch. The middle brasserie section has a view of the bustling kitchen, so you can see all the action behind the scenes." - ivy lerner frank, team infatuation
"When this project came to life in 2018, critics and diners welcomed its sleek design, stellar service, and classically French vibe with open arms. Inspired by New York’s acclaimed Gramercy Tavern, the restaurant features a casual brasserie section and a finer dining area, with menus creatively fine-tuned for each." - Eater Staff