Maison Boulud in Montreal

Amazing food service and atmosphere, one of the best in Montreal if not the best.

The atmosphere is good, but the service definitely needs to be improved. We had to wait so long for everything. I did the tasting menu. Food is arguably one of the worst in mtl. I give -1/10. Absolutely horrible.

For the brunch formula on a Saturday, everything was perfect, creamy mushroom cream and very tasty, a leg of lamb that can be cut with a fork and an exquisite log.....I recommend, impeccable and professional service

Magnifique brunch des fêtes dans une salle intime du restaurant seulement pour notre équipe. Service impeccable par toute votre équipe, et ce, tout au long du repas. Plats délicieux, service digne de mention et ambiance chaleureuse, toute notre équipe a été charmée! Un grand merci encore à Alexis, notre serveur, pour sa générosité et sa belle présence!

Best in town

I highly recommend this place! Pleasant atmosphere and attentive service.

Friendly and warm service, comfortable dining environment, delicate fine dining definitely come back again.

Absolutely delicious gourmet restaurant, very comfortable, perfect for special occasions

I cant think of a better wine than Maison Boulud to suggest to you when you ask me about the best wine I have ever tasted in Montreal!

Wow wow wow,, a phenomenal charcuterie board

One of the most memorable meals ever! Beautiful, carefully prepared food with thoughtful wine pairings

Excellent dishes and more than perfect service! Vegetarian options: 5-course vegetarian menu, never seen before! Exceptional!

Nice place and good cuisine, a small downside, the terrine is ordinary and the nun for dessert too revisited... to be reviewed as well as the pastries not up to par.

Mediocre. Dropped my ring and they were very unhelpful in finding it. It was likely stolen.

I dont understand the concept of charging way too much for bland, soulless food. We went to eat a week ago and really no positive points apart from the service and the presentation of the dishes. Appetizers without taste, no texture, overcooked meat, rubbery and dry. So disappointed we didnt even order desert. Plus, my mother-in-law was sick. With a bill of more than $500, you dont expect to be sick, an extremely disappointing experience.

Our friend treated my partner and myself to dinner here while we were visiting from Nova Scotia. It was a first visit for us all. My friend wanted to eat inside and since he was paying, I didn t argue. We were the only ones in the main dining area as everyone else were outside or in the private rooms. This made it quiet, but I couldn t people watch keep this in mind when making reservations. Our first server Lena was wonderful, but she had to hand off to Guillaume as her section changed suddenly. She explained this, but we were sad to see her go. Guillaume never introduced himself, odd not to do in such a place, and he didn t have Lena s personality. The service was still brisk and on cue at all times I m a slow eater and I could tell they were always checking to see if I had finished. As soon as I would, boom they took our plates away, they were well coordinated. I ordered the cold squash soup, which was ok.. it needed pepper. I then had the lamb and eggplant, which was tasty I left the two pieces of okra on the plate okra is not a good choice. We also shared the roasted potatoes and mixed vegetables, tomatillos I believe, they were tasty. My partner had the foie gras and the halibut he enjoyed it. Our friend had the heirloom tomato appetizer and the risotto. He s a super fussy person, but his only complaint was that the tomato appetizer was overpriced for what it was. I consider that a good outcome for him, lol. They provided bread and butter; thankfully, the mains are gourmet sized, so you can fill up on bread. We didn t order dessert, but they brought complimentary madeleines; a nice touch. Overall, it was a nice experience, I only wish we ate outside.

A tasty culinary experience that respects my anti-inflammatory choices I wanted to share my experience in this restaurant which was able to combine taste pleasure and respect for my nutritional values. As a nutrition mentor for 20 years, Im always on the lookout for places that offer healthy, anti-inflammatory options, and this one definitely lived up to my expectations. As soon as I arrived, I was seduced by the warm and friendly atmosphere. The staff were welcoming and attentive, which made our meal even more enjoyable. My dad opted for gazpacho, a classic and refreshing choice, which delighted his taste buds. Although I didnt sample this dish, I appreciated that there were varied options on the menu, which showed a real desire to cater for different diets. For my part, with my choices (prosciutto/melon and a salmon tartare with cucumber instead of crouton), each bite was a real delight, and I was able to enjoy a meal that fully respected my lifestyle. The ingredients were fresh, quality, and the flavors perfectly balanced. In conclusion, this restaurant is a real gem for those who want to combine gastronomy and nutrition. I highly recommend this establishment to anyone who, like me, is looking to treat themselves while taking care of their health. A great discovery that I will not fail to share with my clients and friends! Dietary restrictions: Dairy products and gluten

Boulud at the Ritz...an obligatory stop whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Cozy atmosphere (luxury calm voluptuousness...). Opt for the glass roof which overlooks the interior garden, pond and ducks included. Courteous and top-notch service. Good food for breakfast, now you will have to try lunch and dinner! The site alone is worth the trip. Highly recommend

Unfortunately there has been recurrent issues with their hostesses not being welcoming, mistaking reservations with one another, or placing guests in the worst possible tables. We have been loyal guests over the years and the servers are incredible, truly (i.e. Lina), but the welcoming and the food unfortunately do not justify the prices anymore compared to a few years ago. The menu has not changed in several months. Will think twice next time about returning.

Everything about this restaurant is amazing.Fantastic food World class B service Beautiful ambience

My experience at Maison Boulud was incredible. My friend and I were visiting Montreal and wanted a Michelin-quality dinner. MB had no reservations but they were kind enough to seat us at the bar. I actually loved sitting at the bar because the bartender and the sommelier were both so fun and passionate about their work. Every course was phenomenal and the wine pairings elevated the experience. Toward the end, I was feeling so full, but the pre-dessert course hacked my digestive system and made me feel not full almost immediately. It was a really cool trick. Its been several months and Im still thinking about my dinner there. I highly recommend you check it out if youre in Montreal.

Very beautiful setting. You can go in a group or on a date. We really loved it. For the prices? haha but its still worth it. Excellent service Parking: They have onsite parking for the hotel

We spent a great night, the service was amazing both in French and in English. We received a personal touch service by the waiter. Very appreciated. The food was also very nice, the salmon was slightly overcooked for us. But nothing major. Thanks for the great experience

Beautiful place, overpriced for what it is. Food ok, nothing more. Limited menu to mostly meat, we had the steak for 2, was mediocre!

We had a wonderful experience for our anniversary at Maison Boulud. The service is pleasant. The decoration is very elegant and the cuisine exceptional. The perfect egg and lemon tart are simply exquisite. We will come back to have the chance to test the gardens.

Truly exquisite! Wonderful experience, both in terms of food and service, very attentive staff and beautiful ambiance.

Definitely one of the restaurants in Montreal where I received the best service. The staff is incredible. Came for breakfast, the garden is so nice and the ducks are such an awesome add on. However, the food was disappointing. Having tried many breakfast places in Montreal, you can get much better elsewhere, especially for the price you are paying.

We had a reservation, in town from Washington DC. We arrived on time. It took 5 min to get menus, speak with a waiter and order water. After 10 min of waiting for water and our waiter not returning, we walked out. I hope your experience is better than ours but I have zero time for restaurants that abuse their customers - life is too short!

We went for a breakfast. Great place, food really good. A bite priced.

Perfect staff brilliant food Perfect ambiance.good prices, will go back tomorrow, if we didnt live in New Zealand.

It isnt worth it

Honestly, I was a little afraid to go there based on the reviews I read last night on Google. I was on the verge of canceling. Then you have to form your own opinion! Well it s a 9/10! Nothing to say, we ate really well (delicious trout!), the staff were friendly! We were on the terrace, taking care of the children throughout the meal and for us as well. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary. And pay attention to 10/10 on the noise level. First time eating in a restaurant in Montreal where you can talk without shouting. It was calm. We will definitely come back. Thank you to the entire Maison Boulud team.

Really delicious from starter to dessert. Very friendly waiters.

Terrific experience. We had a starter, main course and desserts a la carte. Fast and exceptional service. Non-intrusive staff who know how to manage their timing. The dishes were incredible! An experience that I recommend. If I really have to find a criticism, the prices were a little higher than in Europe, especially with the addition of taxes and tips. But we are in a big city, in the city center, this can be explained. You can go there with your eyes closed.

Overall, this was underwhelming. I did the tasting menu, which I have a decent amount of experience with. Wait times in between courses was long, before dinner cocktail came out after first course was delivered, I was offered salt and pepper for the table which is odd at a place like this, and some of the dishes were just not very tasty. For the amount spent, definitely not worth it.

A magnificent buffet breakfast with fresh fruit, pastries, granola, pancakes, fruit juices, muffins High quality service at a reasonable price for the service!

We went to Maison Boulud for brunch. What a wonderful experience! The meal was exquisite. In addition, the service offered by Étienne was more than perfect. THANKS !

We went there for a special event. The decor is fabulous, we chose to stay inside because outside there was a couple with a baby so not at all the romantic atmosphere we wanted and we were delighted with our choice when we saw dad /mom walks the baby frequently to calm him down. The presentation of the dishes is exquisite, we really enjoyed the beef, truly excellent. The best service in town, real, authentic smiles, not the stiff commercial smile, we have the impression that they are really delighted to see us. The only downside, our waitress sometimes forgot us, without making sure we didnt miss something during the meal and it was a little difficult to get her attention. Parking: Parking with valet

Superb.

What a magnificent restaurant. A guaranteed favorite and well say it, it was impeccable in every way. A warm welcome, a very attentive waiter on the garden side, the food is absolutely delicious and what can we say about the decor, which will leave no one indifferent. A 5 Maison Boulud, you won me over

A failed experience. We wanted to try it, and it was a shock. The food is not tender at all, and the presentation is very weak and funny, I think the cook is a beginner, and the quantity of the meal is very small, not worth the price, we avoided asking for the 5 tasting services and we asked for a meal but the meal was still a one-service tasting lol, it reminded me of my childhood when I played making meals in my little kitchen. The seat, the table and its contents are the same as those of an ordinary restaurant. You pay a bill of $250 and you have the impression that it was just a joke or a hidden camera. We are fans of distinguished restaurants, but this is the first time that we have been disappointed.

This is where I invite important people.

Its just amazing atmosphere food, and the bar has great wine menu.

Small portions and not the greatest taste. Not worth the price tag

Great service, perfectly sized portions and a diverse range of drinks. They were very accommodating with getting food to our table quickly when we mentioned we only had a limit amount of time. Also the sparkling water they have is very very very good.

I was hoping to go to the Ritz Carlton to eat fine French cuisine. But everything is so salty and fatty that it ultimately becomes North American cuisine. Only the pretty decoration on the plates distinguishes it from the surrounding brasseries. the constant presence of salt and ready-made powders mixed with ingredients that no longer have anything authentic means that there are in reality no flavors. If you close your eyes and concentrate on the taste only: if you were eating at the Keg it would be the same. And we agree that the taste of Keg restaurants is very, very far from sophistication.... :(((((

Top-notch place, beautiful setting. Delicious food 7 18.

We had dinner there for a special event. The evening was superb: our dishes were excellent and daring. The service was PERFECT! And the qualifier still doesnt do enough justice: more than attentive, affable, rarely experienced! The vegetarian tasting menu paid homage to fresh, seasonal vegetables with panache. We were kept away from the pre-Grand Prix noise at the front of the restaurant and we were happy about that. I recommend it for special celebrations, you wont be disappointed.

This visit is firmly etched on my culinary hard drive. Highly recommended.

Corporate event. Outstanding service. Excellent wine pairings on all 7 courses. Thank you to the team for giving us such a memorable experience.

Beautiful place and amazing food! Highly recommended

I ve had several meals at this restaurant, and this review is from my most recent visit (May 2024). I ordered the Discovery tasting menu, which consisted of 5 distinct meals (and dessert) chosen and created by the chef. I also ordered the wine pairing, an additional $120, with wines chosen by the sommelier. The food came out in the following order: carrot soup, snow crab, salmon, risotto, sea bass, chocolate dessert. The food was delicious, but the problem is this was not a Discovery of the chef s menu. Nearly every course had a seafood theme and didn t reflect the variety of dishes on the menu. Pate? Beef? Pork? Lamb? Quail? All items featured on the menu but not part of the tasting. The risotto was a filler dish, a hefty serving resembling family style meals. Almost every course was heavy on fennel, too. The wine pairing, all white wine. Toward the end of the meal, when the sommelier was pouring the last glass of (white) wine, I finally asked him, no red wine tonight? He blushed and said the Discovery menu tonight is seafood based. Really?! I would never have guessed. A pinot noir would ve paired nicely with the sea bass, too, and offered a palate change from the white wine. Why not call it the Seafood Discovery menu? It felt as though the selections were based on what the chef needed to make to clean out the kitchen before the food went bad, and not a reflection of the variety of items to sample on the menu. I ve never had a wine pairing where all the wines were white. It s a bit .boring. If the chef is throwing out seafood items, I would expect a sommelier to realize the lack of variety and try to be more imaginative with the pairing. At a cost of $700, I was expecting more creativity from the chef and sommelier.

Very nice place where the music is not too loud. After four visits, I can say that the food and service are impeccable. Both in terms of taste and presentation, you will enjoy it. The service is perfect. Only downside: we feel pressure from the servers to consume... its annoying, because I see that its an instruction that comes from higher up since it happened 4 times out of 4. Being asked 2- 3 times if you want wine, coffee or dessert and if you are very sure it s annoying.

Truly an incredible experience. My husband and I loved our meal at Boulud! The service was exceptional and our meal was absolutely delicious. This restaurant goes above and beyond to ensure you have a great experience. We will definitely be back!

The dishes were very ordinary, we expected much better. Very disappointing experience. The prime rib tasteless and hard. On the other hand, excellent service.

Could not recommend enough! Tasting menu was fantastic!

I wanted to love this place. I thought it would have been at the level of a Michelin restaurant, but it fell just short. It was good, but not great. The atmosphere was distorted a bit by the bar. I m just not used to a Michelin level restaurant having a large bar. It detracted from the atmosphere. There is a bar in the hotel lobby, so this was not necessary. Service was good, but a bit generic. They did pay attention to small details, such as replacing a napkin that fell to the floor with a new one, but I was not blown away by much more. The pacing of our experience felt off, with awkward gaps of time in between some courses. We got the degustation menu. It was decent. Generally at these restaurants, you ll be tempted with a series of amuse bouches that sets the tone for the evening. That part was skipped. So we went right to the menu. The only course that was not good was the sea bream carpaccio. It tasted overly fishy, and the shaved celery was an odd pairing. It got better from there, with the standout being the duck foie gras. The only other miss was the dessert, which was a tasteless chocolate brioche crisp with a lemon sorbet. This was an unfortunate ending to an otherwise good meal. Again, decent meal, but would not be worthy of a star if Michelin were to come to Montreal. I think most courses were good on their own, but they didn t match with each other. It was a bit confusing. I d prefer the experience to tell a story, or feel more purposeful.

Everything was incredible, the food, the service, and the atmosphere!

It is a huge privilege to be able to provide you with my aged prime rib on your menu since 2013. Thank you so much!

Simply wow. We sampled many different dishes starting with an amuse bouche consisting of some caviar and mushroom arancini, both of which were delectable. The fresh complimentary bread offered to the table was also deliciously pillowy and warm. We followed that with the hamachi appetizer. It wasn t my favorite. The black truffle pasta was super rich and indulgent. For mains, I tried the scallops while my boyfriend ordered the duck. My bar for scallops has now been set so high I will be scared to order scallops from anywhere else ever again. They were so so rich and buttery. For dessert we split the chocolate coulant. The dulce de leche ice cream which came with it was the perfect complement for the rich, sweetness of the cake. The staff were also all incredibly friendly. I had a terrific night.

Exceptional service!

We loved our server Lina tonight. The drinks were great and the service was excellent. Food was mediocre.

Great food and service. Friendly and professional staff and very pleased atmosphere. We celebrated my sisters birthday with family and enjoyed every moment. Vegetarian options: Very yummy pasta with mashroom

Always great service. Love the atmosphere specially in the veranda. I go there for brunch and believe it s the best in Montreal. Dietary restrictions: They always accommodate my husband s shellfish allergies.

We had high expectations for this restaurant, but the quality of the food really disappointed us. The crudo did not taste fresh, the snails were no longer available, the prime rib was served to us completely cold and when we mentioned it to the waiter, he brought it back heated but it was way overcooked. The other dishes lacked flavor and freshness. In short, a very disappointing experience despite a bill of more than $800 for 4 people.

I would like to highlight the incredible contribution of the staff in making my wifes birthday memorable. Everything was more than perfect. Having frequented great restaurants in Europe with my wife, the dishes were delicious, beautiful, and the flavors were there. The staff, in particular the young girl who inquired about my wifes well-being during an emotional moment, or Gilbert, the sommelier, whose presentation of each wine was a fascinating human story, as well as the All the staff were the talented actors of a unique evening. We have kept Gilberts wine notes to discover and as promised, we will greet his friend Valérie during our next visit to the family restaurant in Géüs-dOloron. Thank you. Being the last to leave, we are sorry if we kept your staff too late, we are sorry. Possible that we were too comfortable at Maison Boulud to leave it.

Wonderful experience, for lunch.

Excellent service. High price but this reflects the quality of the products served to us. Casual chic atmosphere. A must to try at least once in your life. If its still available, try red cabbage as a starter... Amazing!!! We had the 5-course tasting menu and we werent hungry anymore!!! Vegetarian options: Tasting menu with vegetarian option available

Fantastique service et plats créatifs ! Jy suis allée pour ma fête et cétait fantastique. Le décor est cool, les plats délicieux, présentation moderne, et super service ! Les petites touches commes les minis pains fromagés qui fondent dans ls bouche et les madeleines cadeaux fraichement sorties du four Nous avons adoré. Merci à toute léquipe

My partner booked this restaurant for our valentines dinner based on an instagram post mentioning a specific valentines tasting menu that would run until the 19. To our dismay, when we showed up on the 17th, we were told it was only available on the 14th. I took the servers word, but when I reread the post the next day, it is clear it should last to the 19th. I tried communicating with the restaurant for clarification and was left on read. Food was good otherwise. But for a $1k meal, I d hope someone on the management team would at the very least acknowledge the discrepancy.

Very disappointed with our experience here. Staying at the hotel, we came down for breakfast and had to wait for 10 minutes at our table before they would even offer us a menu (it was not so busy either). Getting water or coffee felt like asking for a huge favor. Food was fine, but we felt like we had to really beg to be served, which is not what we expected. Disappointed and would not recommend.

Normally we are served champagne at the bar with olives and nuts but in the restaurant no accompaniment on Christmas Day (why?); a person has to turn their beef because it is overcooked (why?); we remove all the white wine glasses from the table even though the bottle of white wine is not finished (why?); we made a stupid mistake of $10 on an addition of $1500+. (Why?). We are told that it is the fault of the system! Are we looking for excellence, mediocrity, or scam?

Went for a Wednesday night dinner, and considering the price, was honestly disappointed overall. Having eaten at Daniel in NYC ($1000+) and loved it, I was expecting more. Ordered Hamachi which came sloppily cut, 4 thin pieces for close to $40. The duck main was delicious. Cocktails are ridiculously expensive at $30 each, nothing special about them. The service was good, but lacked the certain above and beyondness youd expect when spending that much money. Food allergies were also not handled well. Half the menu became unavailable, and parts of dishes were simply removed with no substitutions offered. Valet parking was appreciated and quick.

Unavoidable. Boulud will always remain Boulud.

We were for my wifes birthday, exceptional service from the whole team, extraordinary dishes, thank you for making this moment memorable! A perfect experience in every way

Five stars restaurant! Food is tasty and service very attentive! Bravo

Our waitress Lina and staff was very nice and attentive. Wonderful meal!

Food took way too long. Even getting the bill took 15 minutes. Disappointed given the reputation.

Exquisite meal! Excellent service with a server very attentive to customer needs.

Great atmosphere!

Ive only been here for drinks at the bar - but I can say that the service and atmosphere are stellar. Special shout-out to bartenders Danny and Blais - super guys who put together amazing cocktails. The cocktails are next level delicious and are exquisitely made. The ingredients used are top quality. I have to admit its pricey but well worth the experience. I highly recommend Maison Boulud.

I just want to come back again. Delicious cuisine, calm atmosphere, exceptional service!

On a snowy winter day, we had a great time in the glass roof of the Ritz-Carlton sharing a delicious romantic lunch. The dishes are tasty with a simple but effective menu and quality products. Careful, attentive and very professional staff. We spoke with the 2 sommeliers who are passionate about their profession and let us taste the ice wine or ice cider early on.

Bravo to the entire team at Maison Boulud! A real 6 star experience. They have mastered the culinary experience and made it magical! Everything from the service to the food was impeccable. Maison Boulud is unmatched in Montreal.

Very average! The burger was really disappointing

Simply exceptional, thank you to Julien and the whole team for the incredible service! We took the 7 course and it was to die for. There was not a single disappointing dish, from starters to desserts. We celebrated my wifes birthday and they had a little attention during dessert, which was very appreciable. However, I am not a fan of gastronomic cuisine, generally more pub food for me so thank you to Maison Boulud for changing my mind and finally I wont say that we will come back soon because we still have to let go. Quite a ticket but its clearly worth it.

Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, from the exquisite food to the attentive service. If youre a foodie with a love of French cuisine, this restaurant should be at the top of your list.

Finally a classy restaurant that lives up to its reputation. We had been hearing about this place for a while. When we left, we were really pleased by our experience. The food and wine are phenomenal. They always kept my wine glass full, and I did my part to keep it empty. Jk on keeping it empty, I wanted to make sure the wine was only there to compliment the flavor of the food, which the wine did. I got the short ribs. The meat was tender. I loved their salad with blue cheese. My wifes fish plate was great too. I got a naple dessert which was so good. The staff was attentive. They spoiled us. They also seemed like they loved their job. They will also help find the perfect wine and cuisine. This place is near the Ritz Hotel. It is not cheap. It is a major splurge, but you will not regret it. The pictures show the location and food. Enjoy, you will love it.

Excellent service...good food..tasty

I have been going to this restaurant since it opened and I have never been disappointed!!! Always memorable meals.

Excellent service!

A very good high-end restaurant. The service is impeccable and the food is beyond any competition. During my visit, my wife and I opted for the tasters menu. A 9-course meal accompanied by a suitable wine recommended by the sommelier. It was an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

Friendly place, the food is good, BUT be CAREFUL when you order the salmon tartare there is a risk of finding bones on your plate.

Love this place - the decor is stunning, the service is wonderful, and the food is amazing.

Overall enjoyed the experience for a fancy brunch, fantastic backyard, very relaxing and nice. Highly recommend the cocktail and the dessert. But to be honest the main course was not really fulfilling.

Went there for our fifth wedding anniversary, great, great place for a splurge kinda night out, if your lucky enough to have Gilbert as the Sommelier for your evening, you are in for a treat, he has looked after us quite a few times and he is an endless source of information and tells you as much or as little information to make your evening enjoyable. The food was impeccable, even memorable. Buyer beware, be ready to make it rain, it you go all out it is not cheap, but we have also been there for a cocktail and a bite, and it s good value for the money. Enjoy!!!!!!

I ve been meaning to go to Daniel in NYC, so I decided to give this restaurant a try since I was staying at the connected Ritz. Maybe he was just on the night I came, but most of the diners in here were elderly. It was quiet, and it was stuffy. Did the tasting menu and was unimpressed. Sometimes the flavors weren t there or the texture was off. I truly enjoyed maybe 2 or 3 of the items brought to me.

Dining at Maison Boulud was such a lovely experience. The service was great, the atmosphere was cozy and the food was so tasty. I really enjoyed my experience and will definitely come back. Thank you!

The place is nice but unfortunately the menu is limited, the French toast was just burnt brioche. The service started well but fizzled quickly, we had to ask three different people over 15 minutes or more until we eventually had our coffee refilled and it was not because they were overly busy. In summary I will not go back and can t recommend it to others.

Goat

Incredible service, and the food was terrific as well!

Food is good but not outstanding for the price and accord wine and food is definitely not worse it , but the ambiance on the terrace was lovely. Would go for breakfast maybe but not for a special evening dinner , service was good but not flowing as you would expect for a 700 $ meal but the staff is charming and polite.

This is NOT a brunch restaurant. Their brunch menu is a totally overpriced dinner menu of very limited selection. They had exactly one sweet dish and force you into ordering either an appetizer/main or main/dessert combination. The mimosa was a whopping 16 bucks, the spelling water only a little behind at 11.

I wrote a very positive review 4 years ago, but I returned recently, and I was unfortunately disappointed. Compared to other high-end restaurants in Montreal (and which are almost half the price!), Boulud is sorely lacking in originality. The dishes are impeccable in their execution, but they lack depth and character. The service tends to be obsequious, which is a shame because refinement can be achieved with simplicity.

Went there this year both for lunch and dinner, I was impressed by their lunch first and then decided to try the dinner as well. Overall nice experience but I personally think some of the lunch dishes was actually better than what they offered in dinner. The service at dinner was impeccable, they accidentally dropped my glass of wine that had one drop left in it and they replaced it with a new full glass

Nothing less than excellent coming from Mexico and finding what was expecting.

Ambiance and service is great. Garden is beautiful. But the food is just absolutely awful. Dessert is great. But beef tartare was the most expensive and worst tasting tartare ive ever had. Lobster and eggs, salmon tartare, and my lamb were okay. Espresso martini was good. My friend got sick after brunch here though

I had been looking forward to trying Maison Boulud for so long. The service was above and beyond. Unfortunately the food left much to be desired, particularly the lobster with eggs (we went for brunch). I hate to say this but it left me feeling unwell. At this price point I really wanted to enjoy the food, it is a shame.

Every experience at Maison Boulud is incredible and i am in awe every time I go for a drink. No cheap drinks here, but they are well crafted and designed and the service is simply perfect. Everything you expect from one of the top hotels in the city.

I love this restaurant. Always impeccable service.

A very big thank you to Thomas and the whole team, to the chef and assistant chef, it was incredibly delicious and the service even better! We come every year to celebrate our wedding anniversary and we appreciate your kindness and good service :) THANKS

The service meets the high standards of a star hotel. The dining seats next to the exquisite small garden make you feel comfortable. The presentation of the dishes is exquisite, the taste is average, and the portions of some staple food are slightly less!

Food and service were excellent, we were seated out in the patio which is next to a nice garden. Got there slightly early and was able to have some drinks in the bar before our reservation. The sea bass as well as the halibut were both excellent, and I really enjoyed the heirloom tomato starter.

The tasting menu and wine pairing is perfectly presented and cooked. My family enjoyed the night!

Love to go there! Delicious food and the staff is very friendly.

Bland and over-hyped but Ill address the cuisine later. Lets start with the good things. Our server and sommelier were attentive and knowledgeable. They were great in making us comfortable and making recommendations. The cocktails were excellent and the wine list is not overwhelming in selections but carefully curated. The young sommelier helped us select a wine that worked well for our table and was the best part of the meal. Now for the disappointing notes. The food is just boring. Presentation is wonderful but it lacks flavour. My girlfriend started with the yellowtail crudo; she had to scrape the raspberry dressing off in order to taste the fish. She followed this with the truffle risotto. Also bland, which is tough to do to truffles, the risotto was overly soupy. I started with the crisp salad that was beautifully presented but the yogurt and chive dressing also lacked any flavor and didnt enhance the rest. For my main I selected the quail, again this was very pretty on the plate but was a bit overcooked and under seasoned. The piperade made me wonder if it was actually made from a pepper. Lastly, we were seated outside on the restaurants terrace, which is charming and the small garden with its lights and water feature attracted the young and hip to capture themselves for Instagram. The dress code is more casual than one might assume as several other diners were in popular athletic wear.

We sat next to Rod Stewart, who stayed here before his concert this week, and the dinner was great. We ate fantastic pasta and delicious veal. The dessert of chocolate and raspberries with mint

We had a great time in a private room with all the delicious foods and amazing services of the staff.

What a disappointment with the food! I went there yesterday afternoon for a lunch with friends, we had the tasting menu for $89...To start with a cold squash soup, decent but not exceptional. In the 2nd course, squash pasta but with a sauce similar to soup, a little disappointing. And to finish, a stiff and rubbery clafoutis which has nothing to do with a clafoutis! Honestly for the price we didnt have anything interesting on our plates, Im willing to pay for a good meal but at $310 for two, there are better places elsewhere in town! To add to the insult, valet parking is $28 at lunchtime while in the evening, its included! I am informed that it is written on the website!!! The lady was nice and gave me 50% but still, the whole experience and the beauty of the back patio was ruined by all this. In addition, the waiter didnt even inquire further about our disappointment seeing that I didnt eat my dessert! For the price, go eat at Mélisse in Old Montreal, the quality of the food is exquisite and satisfaction is really at the heart of the waitresses there!

it was excellent! the terrace outside with the pond was very nice

Amazing place Food was good as well

Had the tasting menu and was a bit hit and miss. Some of the course were great like the foie gras, but the fish dish had a bone in it. Service was wonderful, but overall didnt think the food was worth the price.

One of the best.

Glad we chose this restaurant for our one year wedding anniversary.

Very pleasant garden terrace. Food was average and overpriced Cannot compare to Daniel in NYC

Everything was excellent. Great wine and champagne. The service was amazing and the food was so good. We had such a nice evening I left my glasses and didnt even notice. Popped by the next day and they were at the host station. Oops

For sure a beautiful restaurant both inside and outside but the food does not match the price. The sea bass was nothing like you would expect and the rest of the meal was just alright, nothing too memorable. The service was exceptionally good, as you would expect at the RC, but the value was just not there for price to quality. Plus, it was really kind of a stuffy atmosphere as far as the other guests that made it less than fun. Wouldn t go back to the restaurant but the hotel is excellent. Kid-friendliness: Not kid friendly

Incredible

Memorable evening at Boulud s

What a disappointment. I can not believe Daniel Boulod has been to this namesake recently and certainly not for lunch. The food was very ordinary and uninspired. Off the lunch men we had the oysters (ok), salmon tartare (ok but ordinary) salads nicoise (totally average) and the morue (cod ..clearly several days old and overcooked with a sad looking Provençal type accompaniment including very sorry beans). Even if the chef was having a bad day the ingredients should stand out and they didn t. Unfortunately we felt that they are living off previous accolades. If you want a fancy venue and atmosphere this is a nice place but don t expect a decent meal.

This restaurant is 200% on the roof. The service, the atmosphere, the staff wow, the menu excellent. Go check out this restaurant.

Overpriced and overhyped. Worst brunch experience I ve had in a long time. We should have left the moment we realized how slow the service was and the experience just went downhill from there. The food was below average and cocktails were terrible, the espresso martini honestly tasted like rubbing alcohol. We also definitely got overcharged for our meal but we just wanted to leave after how long it took for the check so we didn t bother debating it with the server. So disappointed, definitely won t be going back.

Try and enjoy Maison Boulud every time i visit Montreal. Excellent food, service, deserts and attitude of the staff. But try not to campare this to his locations in NYC , Hong Kong or anywhere else in the world. You may be disappointed, it is excellent for Montréal

Arrived late for my first night in Montreal and we were worried we wouldnt be able to find a good meal on a Saturday night with no reservation anywhere. We got a nice table here and had their eight course tasting menu. Everything was perfect. What a great way to start our trip!

The ambience and elegance of Maison Boulud cannot be beat. The food is always excellent, perfectly prepared, beautifully presented and of the highest quality. Sitting in or near the garden is a treat because it is an oasis within the city centre. The service is always friendly and truly top-notch. This is one of my favourite restaurants in the city.

The dishes were still small because I am a foodie but it was so delicious!!! The service was impeccable!! I highly recommend Maison Boulud! I loved my experience.

For how much everyone has raved the service here, we found it to be very slow. It was also extremely disappointing to see a restaurant of this caliber to mess up our order i.e. our meal being served to the table beside us, then hastily picked back from their table to be then served to us. Okkkkkk. Once we were done our meal, while waiting for the dessert, another server came to serve us bread and butter, and we had to mention to her that she was mistaken, we didnt need that, we were done our meals. The washrooms are outside of the restaurant. While trying to figure out the parking, the restaurant transferred us to Ritz hotel, just seemed lacking in proper service. In terms of food, we liked the sashimi, it was one of the best fish we have had and the main was alright, we had the steak and quail. Dessert was the chocolate cake which was good.

(Bar experience review) - It was so nice to have an afternoon drink and appetizers in a place that remembers what luxury is. From the host stand to the bartender to coat check on the way out, everyone here was friendly and polite - it made for a leisurely experience. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is lovely, with at least one large fireplace and comfortable bar chairs/lounge tables. Wine recommendations from the bartender and the Somm were on point. The foie gras dish was not as strongly foie-y as I hoped, but the house focaccia, local cheese plate, and coulant were delicious. I will be dreaming about that chocolat coulant

A moment out of time. Excellent cuisine. Perfect service.

I cannot overstate what a wonderful experience we had here. The food was delicious, as were the desserts! But the main thing that made our meal so wonderful was the service. Our party had two babies, and all of the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had anything we needed to enjoy our evening. We were slightly anxious about bringing the littles but had heard that babies were welcome at Maison Boulud, and I m so glad we took the chance. Thank you again for a really special evening out. Kid-friendliness: Very open to having babies in the dining party, and will make accommodations for you to make you and your baby comfortable. Wheelchair accessibility: Wide spaces between tables, no steps upon entering or inside.

The best three course brunch I ve ever had. Tenderloin beef tartar and farm eggs w truffle were exquisite.

Delicious, I love this place.

Excellent service excellent food as usual.

What is happening at Maison Boulud? A brunch without flavor or fragrance. A very ordinary kale salad, the lamb duo in a sauce that was too short with a starchy aftertaste... We go there regularly, this time it didnt live up to its reputation.

Absolutely superb place to eat. Its fine dining in a smart setting next to the Ritz-Carlton. Service was attentive and polite (and coped well with my limited french). Atmosphere was pleasant and unimposing. I had the eight course menu dégustation with wine pairings. Absolutely no regrets. Every course was fantastic and the wine pairings included some niche choices that really elevated the food. The pre desert with lemon, shallots and wild garlic really stood out as experimental cooking at its finest. Naturally, its not cheap (about $400), but Id return in a heartbeat ... after a period of saving :)

Wonderful fine dining experience. Simple elegant food...

We had prime ribs, and fois gras and salad as entré. For a food that you are paying over $150, its meh! You can have the exact same quality, taste, and services in a very regular steakhous. The pickled onion The only thing that can get a 5-star was the focaccia

We tried tasting menu. It was our first time and we had high hope. The appetizers were good enough then it was down hill really disappointed with this five star restaurant. Presentation was good but flavor was not there: no richness of flavor or nice surprise. I didn t want finish the any of the mains. In one of the main dish, deep in the sauce I found a hair. It looked short but when I pulled up it was long and black. I placed it on the side was shocked but thought how could this place has hair my companion got the attention of the waiter but I did say it might be mine (I was a bit muzzled)..then the manager came and told me that we know about the hair but there is only one long hair in the kitchen and she or he is working with the fish only . The manager was saying that is my hair. I didn t want to make a scene. Did not say anything. After not so great desert we paid the bill and left. Then I started thinking, how could my hair soaked so deep in the sause? The main came to the table about 30 second before I found the hair in my dish. Never go to this place again.

Absolutely incredible food and very fast and friendly service! Not only was the food exceptional but the service blew me away

Excellent food, service and atmosphere The only thing missing is it warm bread! The chef has promised to do that in the future Parking: Excellent valet parking

I was there for a wedding to perform

We opted for the tasting menu which includes 8 courses. The portions are small so you can enjoy everything. The dessert disappointed us because there was too much mescal in each bite, but overall all the dishes were well thought out and well executed. Our favorite was the appetizer with the giant oyster!

I really liked my lunch! Beautiful atmosphere, it was very pleasant!

Food was good. Cocktails were great. Service was excellent. Prices were unnecessarily expensive. Has the vibe of a hotel restaurant that caters to wealthy tourists, which is what it is.

This evening I sat at the bar in this very beautiful restaurant. I was served an excellent cauliflower cream and the mini arancini were delicious. Unfortunately, the burger was not as good as the ones I ate before the pandemic. The bread was not soft at all and the meat patty was also much thinner. The price of this burger has also increased significantly. I told Blaise, the bartender, and he took my plate while telling me that I wouldnt be charged for this burger. Which I really appreciated! Blaise recommended a very good champagne and an excellent Bordeaux. The lava cake dessert satisfied my chocolate craving. What I liked less was that in the middle of my meal, a group of five (5) Americans or Anglo-Canadians came and sat to my left, some of whom were seated and others standing, who chatted freely and imposed their presence. I must admit that this detracted from my dining experience at Maison Boulud and left me with a somewhat unpleasant aftertaste. Given the amount of my bill, I would have appreciated being offered to sit in another place at the bar but unfortunately, we did not do so.

Pretty disappointed with this place, definitely overrated. Had tartare, foie gras,steak - all the staples. Didn t trigger my taste buds. It s an expense account m a tu vu type of place.

Excellent restaurant. Superb food. Superb service, thanks Thomas!

Want equisute food and royal treatment in a majestic setting? Go there! We were superbly treated right from out of car: vallet service, coat check, change table to one we wanted with better view of the garden. 3 separate sets of extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic waiters, When did you get your chair pushed for you when you sit down, by a waiter? In my case, I cant remember! Food: each dish was explained and presented. Sauce was poured in front of you - nice touch! The presentation was exceptional: each dish was artistically laid out. Taste commensurated the appearance. One of us was ciliac-intolerant (advised at booking in advance), and they even baked special bread for her. The bill was pretty astronomical - and every dollar we paid was absolutely worth it. This is the place to reward you or your better half handsomely - for whatever you think deserves a reward. Dietary restrictions: Ciliac