O.Noir in Montreal

Great experience dining in total darkness. The food is generous in portion and quite good. The servers are amazing. The dining room does get a bit loud if its crowded. Getting the surprise dishes is great fun! Vegetarian options: Available veggie options Dietary restrictions: They ask about dietary restrictions, especially if you order surprise dishes. Wheelchair accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible as the entrance to the dining room has a few steps and is very narrow.

The dine in the dark experience is so special. Had the three courses and they were all incredible, service was friendly and kind and I swear everything tastes even better in the dark. Will delightedly be back!

To do and to redo!! Sofia wow! What impeccable service, such a warm welcome I cant wait to go back

Went to O.Noir and my server was Fay. I throughly enjoyed my experience. Everything was delicious and tender. Would recommend trying this out at least once in your life. What a magical experience!!! I held hands with my lover and had a romantic evening. Such beautiful feelings blossomed from this experience. I will be returning often.

A super experience where you use all your senses. Sofias attention was very good

I havent had the chance to dine with you yet, but I wanted to let you know that I really admire your initiative and open-mindedness. I am a defense lawyer and veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, and it is very heartwarming to see companies taking the interests and needs of vulnerable people in society to heart. Thank you so much!

A unique and authentic experience! This restaurant immerses us in the skin of the visually impaired for the duration of a meal, a real sensory discovery. The team is warm and welcoming, you immediately feel at ease. The music is pleasant, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is really special. Perfect for an outing that s out of the ordinary! I recommend without hesitation.

Amazing!!!

Incredible service, really interesting experience, hats off to Faye as the server!

a great experience to live at least once..very well organized

Superb experience to do but in a small group..

This place is amazing. Great concept/staff and the drinks. I appreciate the spice and carabian/Latin inspired drinks they have.

Firstly, I give zero for the cooking because it was fundamentally mediocre (too much vinegar in the salad, and the poor quality of the sea bream is felt from the first bite) to the point that I threw up live in the restaurant and I endure food poisoning for the rest of the evening. Secondly, I asked for a tea to recover from the vomiting and I needed to recover physically. One of the waiters almost shouted at us I ll give you 5-10 minutes to leave . Do you know I vomited because of your food? What does it take to be a human being? Oh yeah, it s because we had already paid our $$$ bill, which was way too expensive for the quality. Note: Sami was an incredible server, and the first server at the front desk too. But a restaurant is basically about eating well, not just chatting in the dark.

Very nice concept and experience. Got the full surprise menu, and it s really interesting to taste the food without seeing what you re eating and trying to guess what you got. Definitely recommend for the experience. Only negative is the main course felt a bit overcooked and the cocktail was ok for the prices. That said, still an overall positive experience

Incredible experience, I will definitely come back. Thanks to Sofia who was impeccable.

O M G. We went there for my sisters bday and it did not disappoint. (I do not recommend to do bday there unless within family). It is complete darkness, not even a little light. You cannot take anything with you that makes light (watch, phone) as it will ruin the experience for everyone there. The food was very good and our waiter was also very professional. Thank you Fey! Going there is not just for eating but to experience what people with limited vision feel like. It has opened my eyes about how they feel and see the world. Will go again for sure. P.S. : my little cousin of 7 years old panicked when entering the PITCH BLACK dining room ( you must prepare your kids and tell them that they won t see what they eat, drink, or see the person next or in front of them.) Also, It is very weird at the beginning but after 10-20min you get used to it. W restaurant, W idea, W people, W experience Parking: The restaurant is located on a pedestrian street if you want to park you must go on the surrounding streets.

Great experience, service and menu. The portions are generous. I recommend as a restaurant.

What a spectacular experience!!!! If you get the chance to go...DO IT!!

For a completely different evening, to develop your sense of smell, your hearing and your taste buds... its a must! Total black! We see absolutely nothing. The only downside is the noise. When we visited, there was a very, very noisy table. We had a lot of difficulty understanding what the people in our group were saying. Without reading lips as we are used to, it becomes very difficult to hear conversations. Despite this, we will certainly return to share the experience with others! Impeccable service from the beautiful Sophia. A pearl! Dietary restrictions: The staff makes sure to respect your restrictions.

Very fun

Brillant experience from top to bottom. Recommend to try it at least once.

An experience that lived up to our expectations! Worth the detour!

Highly recommended Everybody needs to have this experience Lovely team Food : 5/5

I had the surprise sea starter, surprise land main, same surprise dessert. 3 friends had some same or opposite orders, food was delicious and it was fun guessing what we were eating, some people with the same surprise theme still got different dishes. I would go again! next time Id pick my own dessert though

Update: The owner called me and discussed the situation with me, he was very empathetic and kind to me. He had spoken with his staff and he explained to me how it was the perfect storm of things that happened that night. This issue rarely happens (he said maybe 3 times in 17 years!), and offered to refund me my meal. Im leaving my original view as is. I still think you must be very careful if you have a deadly allergy, but I was very pleased that this whole situation was thoroughly looked into. We went as a group of 8 this past Saturday night. It had a fun atmosphere of darkness. One MAJOR issue. I had ordered surprise land and had said that I had a seafood allergy (its actually shellfish but I wanted to be safe and avoid seafood altogether). It was written down and the waiter even made a joke so extra seafood for you! and made many other references that I was the one with the allergy. Later in the night when I got my plate in complete darkness I took a bite and it was very fish flavoured. I stopped and asked a staff member who assured me it was lamb. I asked to take the plate away and just double check in the light. She came back and apologized as she had accidentally given me whitefish. Luckily Im not allergic to whitefish but it could have actually killed someone with that allergy. The restaurant literally gave me what I said I was allergic to. They said it was only the third shift of their trainee staff (as if that helped the situation?). They also made me pay full price after their mistake. It was very unprofessional. They could have actually killed someone. If anyone has a strong allergy DO NOT GO HERE. If you have no allergies though, it is a nice atmosphere.

Incredible experience and delicious food. My husband and I both chose the three course meal and the surprise dishes - he chose sea and I chose complete surprise. The food was delicious, the distraction free setting and mysteriousness of eating in complete darkness was amazing. Our server was wonderful and we had fun guessing what our dishes were with him after the meal was finished.

Experience the reality of the blind over dinner. FÉ our assigned server offered us extraordinary service. Kid-friendliness: No Wheelchair accessibility: Not at all obvious the room is in the dark

To start with, the service and the unique experience in itself are very enjoyable. I really like the concept of eating in the complete dark and the waiters were super nice. That being said, I would never go back for 2 main reasons. The first being that the tables are extremely close to one an other which makes the experience really less fun, I could strech my arm and touch the table right next to me, which means you have to hear their whole conversation throughout the night, as if they were sitting at your table. The second reason is the quality of the food for the price. 54$ for 2 service, I would expect a minimum of quality for my plates, which was far from the case. I ordered the surprice sea for appetizer and all I could taste was salad, croûton and sour cream. To this day, I think I might have had one tiny piece of the salmon they said it has, but definitely not worth anything. The worst was the main dish. I had the confit lamb shank. The gratin was the only good thing in that plate. The sauce tasted like premade or from a jar and extremely like water. I couldn t eat it and had to return the plate to change it for the ravioli which were better. I never had to return a plate in a restaurant in my whole life. My friend had the sirloin steak. She ordered medium rare and she had medium well close to well-done. The quality of the steak was again very poor and had a lot of fat on it, that left us with little to no meat. Theres no depth in the dishes. Really lack of flavor and quality. I had been wanting to go for so long but ended up being extremely disappointed.

Fantastic experience! Totally immersive in the blackness. Only recommendation is for fellow diners to be aware of how loud you are. Its an intimate experience in the dark , leave your kids at home. Would love to go again.

I really recommend this unique experience!! We were lucky enough to be served by Sammy, he was simply incredible! He took the time to make sure everything was going to our liking and guided us through each new step! The experience is really suitable for everyone with the different surprise menu choices, I am very satisfied with my experience, thank you again :)

Best dining experience of my life. Cannot stop recommending this experience. Would 1000% return again next time Im in mtl Dietary restrictions: Phenomenal with allergies, confirmed everything and was so mindful and careful throughout.

Culinary Review: A Disappointing Experience at O noir For my daughters birthday, we decided to celebrate at Onoir, a restaurant we had heard about. Unfortunately, the dining experience did not live up to our expectations. Seafood Pasta: Looks Great but Tastes Bland The first course, the seafood pasta, had a promising presentation. However, at first bite it was clear something was wrong. The pasta was overcooked, lacking that al dente texture that makes all the difference. Additionally, the dish was completely bland, without any seasoning. No salt, no pepper, no spices it was like eating papier-mâché. The seafood, which should be the star, was equally tasteless, providing none of the expected marine flavor. A real disappointment to start our meal. Beefsteak: A Main Dish Lacking Flavor For my main course, I chose the beefsteak, hoping for an explosion of flavors. Alas, this was not the case. The meat lacked color, a sign of careless cooking, and the spices seemed to have been forgotten. The mashed potatoes, on the other hand, were a ray of sunshine in this dark dish: creamy, well-seasoned and full of flavor. The mushrooms and glazed carrots were also excellent, well prepared and tasty. However, the centerpiece of the dish, the beefsteak, failed to shine. Fish: Another Disappointment My wife opted for the fish dish, hoping for a better experience. Unfortunately, this dish also lacked taste. The scallops, while properly cooked, were nothing remarkable. They were neither exceptional nor bad, just ordinary. Once again, the seasoning was sorely lacking, making the dish bland and forgettable. Conclusion: A Mixed Culinary Experience There were seven guests, and none of us found their dish exceptional. This disappointing experience could be attributed to a bad day in the kitchen, but its hard to ignore the fact that every dish, without exception, lacked flavor and seasoning. As a result, I dont think well be returning to Onoir. The overall quality of the dishes must be improved to hope to retain a demanding clientele. A dining experience should be memorable for the right reasons, and unfortunately, this one will be remembered as a disappointment.

Very nice experience the meals are delicious the atmosphere is perfect very fun and our waitress Sofia wow wonderful service Vegetarian options: Im not vegetarian so havent tasted it but we have it Dietary restrictions: You are asked at the table if you have any restrictions or allergies

Although the surprise dish did not fully seduce me, the evening was excellent. The service was impeccable and the atmosphere very pleasant.

Great experience! I had already visited a restaurant in the dark in Paris and the experience was just as beautiful! The food was to die for, I had scallops and for a filet it was great! The prices are more than reasonable. Small downside about the wait at the start, we waited 30 minutes to enter the room, and we saw people arriving after us and being placed before us... but that was quickly overshadowed by the really fun atmosphere! To do with friends its really fun

Dinner Friday evening August 9, the service from our server Samy was exceptional . Fire team in the kitchen, The experience was great

We had no idea what we were getting ourselves into. It was such an unexpected experience and we re so glad we did it. If you ve never been, this is a must. Food was fabulous!

Wonderful experience here, came twice

Of course, we cannot have photos of the dining room as such since it is completely dark there. If the idea of finding yourself in the dark for a meal doesnt appeal to you, know that there is a terrace in the summer. You are asked to remove anything that could create a light or glow (glow-in-the-dark watch hands, smart watch, cell phone, etc.) Lockers with keys are available to us since we cannot place anything on the table or the back of the chair (handbag, jacket, glasses, etc.) We are invited to the bathroom before the meal. The menu selection is done before entering the dark. The bill is paid with clarity when leaving. There is a mocktail and a surprise meal if desired. At the end of the meal, the waiter asked us to try to guess what was in the surprise dish if we chose it. The dishes were tasty. The only downside: it seems that because customers lose their sense of sight during a meal, they feel obliged to speak louder. It was a very noisy meal.

Wonderful experience!! Dining in a completely dark environment and being served by professionals with visual impairments sharpens our other senses. The food, which is very good, even lost its prominence. I highly recommend the Experience.

Im from Taiwan

This was such a fun place. A neat experience for sure and the staff were supper friendly and helpful. Meal was basic but in the dark it was a fun.

Amazing experience but the atmosphere changed when a group arrived, noisy like animals. On the verge of an anxiety attack but thanks to Lisa for her service.

One of the best, most amazing dining experience I ever had. Food was delicious and the service was friendly.

Because its light Lol that in the evening the black o turns into a dance floor. WoW

I really liked the service and also thank you to Madame Sophia, the waitress for the good service offered by her, I could never thank her enough

ONoir has been on my wishlist for so long when I lived in Toronto. Yet yesterday was underwhelming. The positive side is the unique experience. It made you feel grateful and gratitude to the servers working in a stressful environment. They do take care of the clients well. Check-in for food allergies, telling you where the dishes are positioned, etc. The food was a huge let down. Warm ciabatta and served with butter in the single serving. For starters, I asked for scallops that supposed to come with sprouts and croutons. Theres only 3 oily rubbery scallops in the dish along with the sauce on the side. (Their IG shows at least 5 scallops in the reel) I did not taste any Pinot noir from the sauce. The sauce tasted like premade. I made the note to the waiter, but they didnt do anything. I mentioned it again before I leave. They even question me if I really didnt have the sprouts salad with my scallops. My sauce was on the side. The whole dish just 3 scallops and nothing else. My friend and I both ordered the sirloin steak and I asked to switch my mash potatoes to salad. I ordered medium rare and she had medium. The meat portion was huge but overcooked. Mine tasted like medium well and hers was well-done. She said her mash potatoes was really sweet and heavy. The side salad for me was just two bites of greens. The foie gras sauce again tasted like from a jar with no foie gras flavor. Food was definitely on the heavily oily side, but theres no depth in the dishes. Really lack of flavor and layers. The service was slow but I understand they are a bit crowded and understaffed. It actually made me more appreciate with my life. Another note was the tableware and furniture in the dinning room felt very cheap. It gets crowded and squishy in the dinning room. Everyone is sitting very close to each other. When you are already in a heightened awareness mode with your surroundings, those tiny details really just grinds the gear and made the whole experience unsatisfactory. I think one experience is enough for me. Id like to look on the bright side and be more appreciative in my life. Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian options for starters and main Dietary restrictions: They accommodate your dietary restriction

Very cool experience. Go for the surprise options and try to guess what it is. You can ask your server what it was at the end!

We have a blessing that we take very lightly! The employees asks us about our experience while its daily life... God bless them The employees are so friendly, the food is GOOD! Flavorful and the best are the surprise items, you think you know what youre having then it turns out to be something else! A must try and I would go again!

The outdoor patio is so nice in the summer. Cool vibes with a DJ

Excellent experience! A big thank you to our server Samy. Everything was perfect. For our trip, my partner and I took a 3 course on which we decided to have surprise meals but what a delight honestly, a big YES.

this is such a unique experience, everyone should do it at least once in their lives! The meal heightens your other senses and encourages you to communicate with your dining partner and the staff. I highly recommend asking for surprises for food and beverages, within your dietary restrictions! Dietary restrictions: specify your dietary restrictions before entering the dining room and they will accommodate.

the most opening eyes experience on senses while being totally emersion into a blind people life... Food , service, atmosphere were outstanding, love it , Will do it again

Simply put: a life-changing experience. The perspective one can get from being deprived of ones senses and then having the other senses working more acutely on the situation at hand are humbling and amazing at the same time. Being able to focus more consciously on flavors and textures brings about what eating and drinking should be, not just a biological necessity but a sea of experiences waiting to be had. I invite whoever visits to take the time to listen to your surroundings and feel the table and utensils, understand this perspective without sight. Domenic was a wonderful server and made the transition into darkness as smooth as it could be. Each course was very filling but the time alloted to enjoy them was just perfect. A must to visit in the beautiful city of Montreal. Vegetarian options: Always a few options amongst the courses. Dietary restrictions: They can accomodate any restrictions you might have.

Wow what an experience! Everything started with Gabriel, a lovely gentleman with absolutely great energy, he made us laugh and was so cool. Sammy and Sophia served us our meals, they were both incredibly kind and so efficient. Sammy you rock my man thank you for being who you are, we need more people like you in this world!

I went there last night for my birthday Wowwww a must tried What a amazing expérience The waither was really funny and my the expérience memorable Thank dominic for a amazing evening

We were received by enthusiastic and polite staff, with a touch of great humor. Our server, Sammy, was extremely professional. He checked in on us frequently with an air of calm so we felt supported while also being fully comfortable to take our time chatting and fully enjoying the food. The food was absolutely wonderful; some of the better dishes weve had in our dining experiences so far; enhanced by the atmosphere of focusing on one less sense than usual. A beautiful experience all around. Dietary restrictions: The staff are great about checking dietary needs and keeping you fully informed about your options. One of us has 4 allergies to common ingredients, including nuts and gluten, but we had no trouble making our selections and feeling fully safe.

Surprised food gave me surprise. It s really special experience.

absolute legendary. so wrth the experience

Very good experience. Dont go there for the food, but for the experience!

Excellent restaurant experience. Delicious food, more than great service offered by Samy, my experience was a favorite on all levels. Its an experience that I would do again in the near future and without hesitation!

Sammy, our waiter was super friendly and patience! Food was excellent. The peruvian bartender was very helpful and efficient. Overall amazing experience! Food : 5/5 |

An experience to do at least once! We are well received, the service is top notch with staff who always check if everything is okay. The plates are generous and the dishes very good! Nb: theres no need to dress up. Youre in total darkness, youll probably aim your mouth badly, drop food on your white clothes and end up soaking from a spilled drink Negative point: prices a little high. Dietary restrictions: You will be asked to specify if you have any allergies.

All I can say is.. if you visit Montreal, you MUST eat here! Prior to our visit I did read some reviews and yes it is a bit chilly inside so make sure youre dressed warm enough so you can enjoy, thankfully I was prepared as I hate being cold. I have to say, it was a different but amazing meal experience. We both order four course meal each which I highly recommend. Our server Fey did a great job guiding us and serving us. Me and my husband had a great time there with unforgettable life changing experience. Im glad my husband brought me here, smart choice he did!

This was an absolutely incredible experience! After working for almost 25 years with adults and children with different disabilities, it was amazing to experience first hand the realities that some people face. We are so lucky to have our vision. Gabriel and Fe made this an unforgettable evening. We both Loved our appetizer and dessert, and felt our mains were just ok in comparison (but still good). Highly recommend this restaurant!

It was an unforgettable experience! The servers Mazen and Dominic gave impeccable service. The host at the entrance (dark-haired man) made us feel very welcome and explained the menu and procedures well. $170 for two for 3 courses (without drinks, tip included) is a bit expensive, but it s for the experience. Only, it was quite noisy and it was very hot (The air conditioning did not work). In terms of food, it was super good, the flavors were present (the scallops, the beef and the semi-cooked) and the portions were generous! Dietary restrictions: They ask us for each dish if we have any dietary restrictions. They are attentive to our needs.

I brought my mom here for Mother s Day and while she was pretty overwhelmed by the experience the service, food, and customer care was out of this world. When you enter, the front of house staff brief you with what you ll need to know before heading back to the dining room and take your order. Once being led back to your seat, the sensory experience really begins. As I mentioned, the food was incredible and portions large. Our waiter, Fay, was AMAZING and went above and beyond to make our dining experience excellent. While my mom ended up feeling a bit claustrophobic and overwhelmed by the sensory overload, we had a good experience overall and I would recommend O.Noir to others:

Amazing food, affordable menu.

Great unique experience. Definitely worth doing.

I had a great experience here.

I love this place so much - this was my 2nd time here, cant wait to come again. Ideally situated, amazing service, and the food and drinks were out of this world. I had the tuna appetizer, the gnocchi main course, and the green tea/white chocolate flavoured dessert with a bloody Caesar, chardonnay, B52 coffee, Strawberry Dream cocktail & courvoisier digestif. The only thing I would have done differently is ask for my Caesar to be extra spicy because this one was made for people with tamer palates than mine - it was still good & everything else was amazing.

The selection of music was not my favorite but everything else was absolutely amazing.

Very bad experience... For my partners birthday, I reserved a table for 8:45 p.m. on Saturday April 6 and how can I tell you that I bitterly regret my choice. What was supposed to be an original culinary experience quickly turned into a nightmare. Once seated at our table we noticed that the dining room was very noisy and very quickly people were SCREAMING (literally) from everywhere. Even when speaking very loudly, we couldnt hear ourselves speaking... I have never witnessed such loud speech even in advertising during a match. A glass broke and half the room started screaming, clapping their hands and hitting the tables... a real zoo... Ill let you imagine the anguish it was being plunged into complete darkness to the 1st time... Impossible to finish our dish in these conditions which almost ended in an anxiety attack, we left the room during the first service... despite all that the server Samy was very friendly I put 2 stars just for him, the traumatic experience which completely ruined our end of the evening deserved 0. I notified the bar of my dissatisfaction before paying and no comments or commercial gestures.

Our biggest fear was that it was going to feel like a tourist trap or gimmicky. It did not. The food was delicious, Fey was extremely helpful, and the experience was one to remember.

Enjoyed my experience! The food was excellent, I had the beef scoter and what can I say about our server Dominic who was super nice and excellent service. I thought it would be loud given the comments but it was quite the opposite, not at all noisy (I was located on the 2nd floor). It was a friends party and she received a white Russian on ice which was very appreciated

I LOVE THIS PLACE;. I HAD THE SAMPLER. IF YOU LICK A SHNOZBERRY IT TATES LIKE A SHNOZBERRY Food : 5/5

Lambiance était très bonne jusquà ce quun autre groupe dinvités sinstalle, se met à crier, rire trop forts et à faire des commentaires déplacés. Je crois quil faudrait aviser les clients dêtre respectueux afin de ne pas ruiner lexpérience des autres. La bouffe était bonne mais 4 étoiles données car le jarret dagneau était un peu fade

Great experience. Our waiter Dominic was truly outstanding. Best service even tho the place was packed he still took amazing care of everything !

A must experience for everyone.

The place exceeded my already high expectations! So cool to eat in complete darkness and really savor the food to its fullest taste

This evening was my third time at this restaurant after several years and the experience remains as pleasant as ever. You dont get used to it I would say and each time its a state of intense emotions that you feel especially during the first minutes but even throughout the meal. I took the 3 course, with the surprise main meal and it was delicious. Clearly I will definitely return there in the near future.

What a unique experience, I got the chef s pick and tried to guess what I was eating by got it wrong. It was delicious!!

Wow! Employees with a good sense of humor and very attentive to customers. The food is excellent ! The experience is educational and enjoyable The only downside is its a bit noisy I guess since people cant see they turn up the volume haha but otherwise I loved it and Im going to go back!

The food and especially the scallops were amazing! The service from Sammy and Sophia was impeccable! Sammys sense of humor made us laugh and helped make this experience an unforgettable one. We will definitely return!

The concept was fun and i m happy that i tried it. We also had super good service from the server Fé who guided us well through this experience. However, we didnt really like the food, either it was too salty (surprise salmon starter), too spicy (the salad under the tuna tataki as a starter) or too fatty (surprise earthy dinner at dinner and the beef with potatoes) :(

Very interesting experience to absolutely live! We were served by Sofia, who gave us perfect service! The food was delicious. I highly recommend:)

Great experience! Once you got past the first 5 minutes of adaptation for your brain and eyes, I had a very pleasant time. Sophia the waitress is very sweet and very professional. I highly recommend this extraordinary place

Sophia was amaaazing! 10/10 would recommend this experience to everyone, at least once in their lifetime. Food was great, we had the surprise 3 course meal. The only thing we would recommend is having someone explain in detail what we ate after the experience since the whole time we were trying to guess (which was really cool- we were pretty spot on). The portions were really big and very filling. My boyfriend has multiple allergies and they accomodated him perfectly even within the experience!

What an amazing experience! If you havent been, it is a must! The food was dynamite, surprise cocktail was bomb. My 12 year old son enjoyed it too. Server was so polite and personable. Thanks Faye for the awesome experience! Will return again next time I am in Montreal!

An amazing experience.

We didnt SEE the time pass!!! Excellent food, unparalleled service, reasonable prices, it was my 3rd time and each time I introduce it to someone and its always the same positive comments! To experience absolutely

I had a blast experiencing the darkness in such an awesome way. The food was fantastic, and the service was top-notch. it got way too noisy once the room filled up, and we couldnt even hear each other at our table. Overall great experience and would do it again.

We went there on Saturday March 9, a group of 12 people. What a great experience, well done. Thanks to our server Sammy! An experience to live at least once in your life

Unbelievable experience. In the dark, all sensations become very intense. Tart and pumpkin soup were very tasty. Huge plate of main course. Very tasty sauces. It was interesting, fun and tasty. I recommend! Vegetarian options: Delicious tart. But soy meat, I would not use it in a restaurant menu. Because it is not suitable for everyone.

The choice of dishes is made at an entrance bar, while you wait for your waiter. All waiters are visually impaired and will guide you through the room where you cant see anything at all (thats the goal). There are lockers to store your belongings. The food is good and worth the price charged. You should visit at least once in your life. I suggest you go alone, to make the experience more intense. Visited in: Nov/2012

Fun experience, space and staff well organised, good food, good vegetarian options!

such a weird but amazing experience. everyone should go at least once in their life. Tasty, yummy food and staff super sweet and well trained. Unique and exceptional.

Everyone must try this restaurant at least once in their lifetime. It brought us all kinds of emotions (excited, anxious, surprised, sleepy..), made us communicate through all other senses, and the food was delicious. They made sure to respect our dietary preferences. We recommend taking at least one item as a surprise. Thank you to Sofia for her service.

A great experience in virtual Montreal. Total darkness allows us to focus on taste and listening. The music was a little strong in my opinion. Our server Mathieu was extraordinary; impeccable service. The dishes offered are varied and delicious. We had the surprise meals and we were very surprised. On the other hand, in our experience, the desserts could be better (crème brulée and red fruit panacota). I highly recommend trying this restaurant. What could be better is the comfort level of the chairs, its uncomfortable after an hour of sitting. Dietary restrictions: Glute-free options

Great experience! Its true what they say, we see absolutely nothing! But we get our bearings pretty quickly :) The food was good and on the menu, there are surprise plates that push the dining experience to another level.

The reason I put 3 stars for the atmosphere is because the room was TOO COLD. Other than that, Fe was super professional. I had the surprise starter; it was a mix of warm pie with bloc of cold ham and a balsamic salad. it was too salty on my end.. for the main dish, i ordered the slow cooked roast beef. the beef was perfect, a mix of tender and crispy edge. potato and mushrooms were juicy and flavourful. the vegetables were too soft. The mocktail punch the bunch was bland. It was a cool experience but i wouldn t go back.

Very interesting, total loss of space-time references, perfect meal, very professional waiter (Fe) and lots of humor. Fair price. To do again.

Service was great. First time I go, ordered all the surprise items and they were delicious! Figuring out what they were added to the experience. Food

Overall, it was a great experience, you definitely have to try it at least one time in your life. The food was great and the service as well. Food

The experience is great. The children liked it and the server was friendly and caring.

A culinary experience like no other and I cant recommend it enough! This is a must visit restaurant if you are in Montréal and you will not regret getting the 3 or 4 course surprise meals. My friends and I were left in awe by the whole evening. The food was out of this world and the servers (Sammi and Mezan) offered superb service! Keep up the great work youre doing! :)

Great service and excellent food! It was my 3rd time at o.noir and I still love this place! My partner felt uncomfortable being in the dark, however, and we had to go out. But the staff was super accommodating and we were able to eat our other services in the lit room. Thank you so much :)

We loved it. As vegetarians we are often disappointed when we eat out but we found the food to be excellent. And removing the visual added an interesting spin on how we experienced the food. But most of all server Sami really made our experience wonderful. Best service we have had in any restaurant. Thank you Sami, for guiding us with such care!

Had an amazing experience here, definitely recommend to everyone for an exciting night of fun with good food and drinks!

Incredible experience and the staff was super polite and attentive.

Incredible experience, absolutely unique! Its not just the food thats delicious, its the experience of being deprived of vision for over an hour thats mind-blowing! Fast and diligent service, cooperative and friendly employee. I recommend this experience to everyone!

Wow!! I had the surprise meals and wow! we were so impressed with what we ate! from guessing to 2, that was sick! We had the waiter Mathieu and he was so nice, so explanatory too! definitely something to try and definitely something I will do again!!

Waiter was awesome (cant remember his name sadly). Got the surprise menu and everything was so delicious. An amazing experience!

A+ for incredible service. I had the beef scoter and it wasnt very good. Cold vegetable and the meat tasted nothing. An experience to absolutely live! I was happy to have my eyes back.

A unique experience in Montreal. The total darkness and absence of music encourages conversation. Our server Sammy was amazing; impeccable service. The dishes offered are varied and delicious. I highly recommend. Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options are offered. Dietary restrictions: The receptionist and your server will ask you if you have certain dietary restrictions.

Ive been there 5 times, each time with different friends. Its very expensive but really cool! What an experience! Two hours go by quickly! And without eating much, we leave very satisfied. The flavors are excellent, probably because you pay much more attention to them when you dont know what youre eating. Be careful, the cafes are not worth it. Also, once the crème brûlée was really charred. Too bad, otherwise I could give a perfect score. Also sometimes one of the girls at reception puts on airs and forces everyone to speak her language.

Wow! An experience out of the ordinary. One word to describe the evening: destabilizing! The staff is very nice & what can I say about the food! Delicious! Nothing disappointed me. I recommend it to anyone who wants a unique experience. Vegetarian options: Vegetarian meal option & staff asks if you have any restrictions.

The service and people who work there were splendid!!

We ate very well but above all had an important experience which we will always remember at the O.Noir restaurant. During a family meal with the teenagers, we became even more aware of the importance of sight and the place our other senses take when we cannot see. We recommend you!! The only downside is that its still quite noisy. We are told that during the week and on Friday evenings, it is less so.

We had a 4 course with surprise dishes and drinks and we were extremely disappointed. The dishes are of very poor quality or frozen. I also came across a sharp and really dangerous piece of bone, okay in a normal restaurant but not if you cant see what youre eating! Concerning drinks, my partner had a Surprise Cocktail which was nothing more or less than a fruit shaker and the surprise white wine smelled and tasted the same as cheap convenience store wines. The experience is really interesting and well put together but the mediocrity of what is served spoils everything.

Really a shame, because the experience, aside from the food, was really interesting. Clean venue, wonderful service, but the food was not what we expected. Its true that the price was not high, but we expected better based on the reputation.

We go there for the experience, but it is precisely this same experience that means we will not return there. Deprived of the sense of sight, one cannot truly appreciate the meal. It becomes more of a game that we probably all played when we were young, but now the bill is around $350 for 4 people. So even if the quality of the meal is there, we dont appreciate it, we just try to eat. Also, we have to rely entirely on them and (when) if there is a mistake, we wonder if it is not us who has a taste problem. It was an experience, but we know we wont go back.

The hostesses were welcoming and we had great service from start to finish. Our server, Sami, is an exceptional young man and this was the 2nd time we had the chance to be served by him. This time, being the last in the room at the end of the meal, we were able to chat a little with him and his journey is admirable. We left the restaurant with bellies full of delicious dishes, but also with a beautiful message of hope that Sami gave us. We will return there soon!

*I havent been yet, I will change my rating eventually. I have a question though.* Can we go there after eating a little branch?

Hamza was exceptional, thanks to him we had a pleasant evening. Thank you for this experience and hats off Hamza!!!

All four services was good food. No AC. Too much noise/laughing from other tables while eating disrupt the dark experience where we attempt to connect with our sensations and tastes.

Its often said that we dont truly appreciate what we have until its gone. This sentiment rang true for me during my unforgettable dine-in-the-dark experience at O.Noir. The unique setting and remarkable service transformed an ordinary meal into a sensory journey like no other. From the moment we arrived, the attentive staff, including our exceptional server, Fey, made us feel at ease. He expertly guided us through each course, sharing enthralling stories along the way, making the experience even more memorable. We opted for the surprise courses, which proved to be a delightful adventure for our taste buds. With our sense of sight temporarily removed, our other senses were heightened, allowing us to fully appreciate the intricate textures, enticing aromas, and exquisite flavors of each dish. While the price may be on the higher side, the unparalleled experience at O.Noir is undoubtedly worth it. I highly recommend this empathetic culinary adventure to everyone seeking a truly unique dining experience.

Excellent experience. To break out of habits and open the senses. Ask for the surprise menu to taste excellent dishes and discover flavors through smell and taste alone. 100% redo!

It was an incredible experience! My wife and I loved it! I will definitely come back. Big shout out to Fé! Best server ever, without you the experience would not have been the same :) We each got a 2 course meal. Mine being the albacore tuna + beef shoulder. My girl got scallops + seafood pasta. Both were great and fair portions.

This was the wildest most unique dining experience Ive ever had. Ill never forget it! The staff and customer service was incredible. I have a gluten sensitivity and they handled it so professionally. I really cant say enough nice things about the service I received! I would happily recommend it again and again!

I have heard about this place for many years, but it was when my family from Louisiana had heard about it and wanted to visit during a recent trip, was when I went for the first time. Upon entering, you are greeted and given menus and shown a place to sit in the main lobby by the bar. The host explained the menu, how everything is done, asked about allergies and took our order. Oh, and we were asked to place our cellphones/purses into a locker. Very smart! When we were ready to be seated at our main table, our server, Sammy, came out, and we all made like a congo line touching shoulders to enter into the transition room. When we were all in, he opened the doors to the dining room, which, of course, was in complete darkness. Sammy guided us to our table and seats. Explained where everything was on the table and confirmed our orders. The food arrived quickly and Sammy would place it and our drinks on the table and explain where it was. He said if we needed anything, to just call his name. But we never had to because Sammy knew when we needed something. He was present just before we needed another drink or finishing up our starters. The service we received from Sammy was literally the best service I have ever had in ANY restaurant. The food was absolutely amazing! All 4 of us enjoyed the meals. Our sense of taste and smell were definitely heightened by the lack of sight. AND... the prices were very reasonable! The atmosphere was great! No cell phone distraction, either! We were able to talk to each other. What an amazing and unique experience! I would highly recommend O.Noir to everyone. Everything was very impressive. Thank you to our host, the chefs, the bartender and especially Sammy - truly the best server around!

A unique and superb experience! Mr. Sami Noua served this evening. Very friendly and helped make our experience even better! Thanks Sami!

This is a very good experience to do for several reasons. Obviously they are personal to each of us. However, its good to realize how lucky we are to be able to see. The dishes are OK but the staff is pleasant.

this place offers the most unique dining experience ever. we were guided into a pitch black room and were brought surprise dishes. I m not gonna lie, not being able to see anything kind of gave me anxiety but I got over it throughout the night. the waiters are very nice and helpful btw. super fun experience and I would recommend everyone to try it at least once!!

This had been on my mind for some time. The experience was amazing and truly awe-inspiring. Our server, Mathieu was amazing and we struck up a great chat about some of the challenges the visually impaired face daily. I have a new appreciation for buttering my bread! Will go back!

Excellent concept, top server and excellent food!

Very nice experience. Everything is done in complete darkness. Our servers are blind. Vegetarian options: We choose our menus before entering the dark room. We are asked if we have food allergies, restrictions or if we are vegetarian Wheelchair accessibility: For the entrance everything is fine. To go into the dark room they place a board because there are a few steps to climb.

I booked a reservation with ONoir montreal for two on Sunday July 2nd at 8:30. The night started out okish, (our appetizer was switched , since this was our first time there we thought it was part of the experience or something) however as it progressed our waiter got increasingly more touchy and involved / overtly friendly. He talked about becoming a message therapist and proceeded to give us shoulder messages. My partner and I were dependent on our waiter to get out and were confused if this was part of the experience so we continued to be friendly however we were not comfortable with being touched. Near the end he continued to hover over us and was a bit overtly involved in our dinner. I felt like I was touched an unnecessary amount. It made finishing the dessert difficult and made the experience uncomfortable over all. We both froze a bit and just wanted to get out. I worry for customers who may have had bad experiences with being touched and sent the resturant an email and a voicemail informing them to let him know not to do that , or atleast to ask before giving shoulder messages or to do any form of touching. Its been a couple days and I havent heard back from them. Whatever his intentions may be I feel that it was inappropriate and uncomfortable and for that my partner and I do not feel safe returning to the restaurant

Second visit for my wife and I. We arrived 30 minutes early. Our server, who was already there, could take us immediately if we wanted. My wife chose her dishes while I went in for the total surprise. On several occasions, both when ordering dishes and during service, we are asked if we have any allergies. Our server, Mathieu, was excellent. Very kind, courteous, professional and attentive. The sensory experience is truly original. We can really take the time to touch and taste the dishes since we cant see them. We had the 3 courses (starter, main course and dessert) as well as a drink (surprise beer for me). The server arrives at our table with the dishes and dictates in order to put the dish in front of the right person, which avoids mistakes and eliminates the risk of allergies. If in doubt, ask your server, that s what he s there for. As for the food, it was simply excellent. The only downside in my opinion are the customers on site. Since we cant see anything, its innate to speak louder.. so we have to be careful. However, during our visit, people were talking so loudly that it was difficult to have a conversation with my wife sitting right in front of me. There seemed to be several large groups near us, which didnt help. Additionally, we were seated directly seated near the door (ground floor room) which slammed as soon as a waiter/customers entered and exited. We hadnt noticed this fact during our first visit to the upstairs room. Regardless, it is a very pleasant experience. We promise to return soon for a third visit. Thank you for your welcome. Vegetarian options: Vegetarian starter/main course available. Also available for the Surprise option.

A mandatory experience during your stay in Montreal!

Very pleasant server and exceptional cuisine! This experience is worth it!

Great experience to immerse yourself in the world of people with visual impairments. On the other hand, the prices are exorbitant. The cuisine not famous in my opinion

Once in a lifetime experience!! Very friendly staff . Food is good . If u wanna get out of your confort zone, try that place . I highly recommend it !!

Unforgettable experience. Unique! Staff is great and well prepared. Very satisfied with their service. It is a delight to our senses. Food is amazingly good.

I loved the experience, I would want to go back every week if it were possible. The food was very good and we had a lot of fun! Our server was wonderful! Thank you Sami Dietary restrictions: They bring a lot of importance to dietary restrictions. Parking: We parked nearby on a neighboring street, avoiding the sticker zones.

What a concept. Such a fun experience.

I need to say that O.Noir was an amazing experience!! We had a pleasant night with our server Sami. Our reservation was 8 pm, I think that helped the environment not being so loud as other people have complained about. I think people s anxiety level really increases when they first walk into the room to sit down. People have the nervous laugh, sometimes loud, because of the unknown situation they find themselves in. It is surreal, the place is pitch black and the eyes do not adjust. DO NOT adjust. The entire time is all about being tactful. It is difficult to eat in the beginning, but after some tries, we got the hang of it. Highly recommend it. Once in a lifetime experience! Thank you Sami!!

Excellent house beers and super welcoming servers! Very pleasant terrace on a small square.

Very good service and great experience. Hazma the waiter is a gem!

Great experience & great service! It was a little too noisy & unfortunately, the food didn t meet our expectations & was too expensive for it s quality. We still recommend living this experience at least once:-)

O Noir restaurant offers a unique and captivating culinary experience. Dining in complete darkness adds an extraordinary dimension to the tasting. The mysterious concept awakens the senses and encourages you to appreciate each bite in a different way. The staff is attentive and reassuring, making the experience pleasant. However, the absence of light can be stressful at first and requires some adaptation. In short, O Noir is an original place that is worth the detour for an extraordinary culinary experience.

Interesting experience and great waiters but unfortunately there were quite a few larger groups of people that do not know how to keep a pleasant noise level which ruined the whole experience.

Such a disorienting experience but in the best way possible. Eating with zero visual aid was a challenge, especially with the lava cake. But it was something everyone should try once.

Amazing experience by all means

Very nice restaurant! The tablecloths are elegant

Really worth the detour.

Super cool experience. It is really pitch black.

A meal? More than that, a real experience. And this is also how our reservation is presented to us. An unforgettable memory for various reasons: sensory, taste and human. Discovering a dish without seeing it, losing the reassuring visual cues, its quite disconcerting but so unique. And for once, the dishes in question were really delicious and elaborated to make this experience relevant. Without saying more to preserve the moment, it s an evening that I recommend to everyone. And a huge BigUp to Hamza, our server, who is one of the builders of this wonderful evening: considerate, pleasant and deeply passionate about the service provided to his customers. Hamza, French fries, are made with beef fat and double cooked!!!!!! Featuring Poutine, the winning combo A huge thank you The French couple at 8:30 p.m. this Wednesday!!!!

Wow, this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience!! Super good service. I admit that I panicked when entering the room because you can see absolutely nothing and the noise seems amplified because you cant see anything but after a few minutes you get used to it and you end up forgetting that you have the ability to see. The food was really delicious. Since we lose one sense, the others become more pronounced, so the food tastes 100 times better. And just one last thing, if you make the shhh noise! Everyone is silent and it s very, very funny

The food was good, but the real highlight was the experience and the amazing server that served us. The service was fast and our server was especially entertaining. We dined on the second floor which is a much quieter and smaller room.

Great experience! If you want to get out of your comfort zone and eat a great meal, dont hesitate Hamza was a great server and the dishes were plentiful and quality The only downside is the very noisy people around who think that their hearing is also at rest.

First visit for my mother and me Very nice experience, recommended +++ Very good food, our server Fe was attentive, very attentive, available and his explanations very clear Only negative point, very noisy, we were there on a Saturday, maybe it is better to go during the week

It s a once in a lifetime experience. We drove all the way from Boston to experience this!

Amazing experience, will definitely come back

Just perfect! Sublime and touching experience. It was my second ritmé and the first time for my husband and son. We were delighted! The food and the service are just magical! Can t imagine a better place to celebrate a memorable occasion!

Breathtaking experience! Excellent service from Sophia!!!!

Incredible experience with attentive and very pleasant service! Surprise dishes are strongly recommended, you have to guess what s on the plate! Small downside for the cheesecake, the portion of which was quite small, I dont know if the other desserts are of equivalent size.

Amazing experience and delicious food! I had been about 10 years ago so I decided to bring my teenaged children this time. Wow - the food has improved dramatically. Everything we had was absolutely delicious! And our server was fast and efficient. It was a really fun night out. I would highly recommend it!

I would definitely recommend this place !

It was a great experience, my partner and I loved our evening. We were served by Sammy 5/5 for the very very kind service!!

Put this on your bucket list! AMAZING!!!

It was my first experience eating in the dark and it was really good! The food was excellent. I advise you to order at least one surprise dish to fully enjoy the experience. A big thank you to Sami for his kindness!

Very, very cute wine bar with a cozy inside and a nice, spacious outdoor seating area. I was very pleasantly surprised at how tasty the cheeseburger was! Highly recommended.

I surprised my daughter for her 13th birthday and this was one of her favorite meals ever. The food was amazing despite not seeing any of it. Would definitely come back for the experience. I recommend ordering the surprise for even more sensory exploration.

The entire experience, from start to finish, was truly outstanding. We began by sitting at the bar with a drink and placed our order before entering the dark dining area. The bartender was excellent, taking the time to explain everything patiently. I had initially thought that eating in the dark might be challenging, but our server Sammy was with us every step of the way, making the experience incredibly smooth. The food was delicious, and overall, it was a thoroughly enjoyable evening.

I would like to call it the highest level of blind box. The room is completely dark, and the waiter will lead you in, so you can truly experience being invisible. You can also choose a blind box meal. You dont know what each bite is before you eat it. You dont know where the knife and fork are, and you dont know who is on the other side. The main purpose is to give you a surprise. The terrase and bar are similar to other restaurants, and the decoration style is also very warm. The dishes are very good. My friend said that the seafood appetizer is delicious and recommended. The duck one is a bit salty for me. The mushrooms in the main course are super delicious. I never thought that whole mushrooms can be so delicious. The wine was also very good. I ordered two sweet glasses and a matcha-flavored mini cake for dessert. I didn t eat it except for the biscuits inside. The cake and ice cream were both delicious. Except for the fact that the other two tables in the restaurant seemed to have drunk too much and were super noisy when they were flirting with each other in a blind box, the other tables were almost full marks. Update: Ordered the dark chocolate lava cake! Delicious Not too sweet, not too greasy, better than matcha 2023-09-20 update: I had a burger this time It was delicious, and the fries are okay!

Wow, what a great experience!!!! The food was delicious and the service perfect :-) See you soon!!

I loved my experience last night, despite the few delays due to metro/traffic breakdowns the staff was able to accommodate us and be understanding with us. The young man at the entrance to the restaurant welcomed us and explained the concept well in addition to making us laugh while taking our order. We had Samy as the main server and Fée, we received excellent service, he made sure everyone was comfortable and constantly told us to call him if we needed anything. The food was delicious (thumbs up to the cooks) and the cocktails too! The atmosphere was good too, I give a 4 only because given the circumstances we all tend to speak louder and it was very noisy at all the tables. But thats normal and we had a wonderful evening. Also unfortunately some people in our group did not feel well when entering the room and felt panic, Samy never made them feel bad for not having entered and made sure that everyone was correct at dinner time. They were able to have dinner outside the room and our servers made sure to reassure us about the condition of our friends and to see that we were well. A big favorite for Samy, even if everyone did a great job! Before trying the experience we cant know how we will react, but some anxious people in our group didnt regret sitting in the dining room and had a great time! I highly recommend this experience!

I would have liked to give 5/5 however we arrived in the room and it must have been 30 degrees C. It was so suffocating that it was hot in the room and we almost left for this reason. Fortunately the waiters turned on the air conditioning, however the jet of air was directed directly at the people at a table so they had to turn off the air conditioning again. Otherwise the experience was really great, the dishes excellent and the servers 10/10.

Great service from Sami

I really loved my experience and the food was very delicious 5/5

The surprise food offerings were great, service was great. Very different experience in composure darkness. We really enjoyed it.

Very cool experience. Attentive, skillful servers and the food was delicious. Definitely a Montreal highlight.

We had a great experience at here! Our waiters Matthew and Mazen where exceptional and would recommend the experience to friend. I got the fish, which was a bit disappointing, but others in my party got the beef which seemed much better! Overall a really nice time!

The staff were amazing, Sophia made our dining experience very easy to dine in the dark! Would highly recommend eating in the dark at least once!

Wow, what an experience! We did the 3 courses and did mostly surprise me.. food was very good considering we couldnt see it. The cocktails were great. Would definitely recommend! Food : 4/5

It was an amazing experience, Sami the waiter was absolutely awesome, the food was so tasty, rich and smelled so good,very organized and balanced. We really had a wonderful time there.

Had the most amazing restaurant experience tonight. Sophia is an absolute gem! Truly a sensory overload, but in the most beautiful way. I would recommend this establishment to absolutely everyone who is open minded enough to attempt. I was brought here as a surprise, but what a magnificent wonder this was.

It is a very nice experience to eat completely in the dark. I took my two boys and we experienced this evening with great satisfaction because the food is very good and the service is excellent. Very good experience to repeat. Vegetarian options: Vegetarian menu.

Superb evening with intimate dance floor and beautiful people!

Fé, our server, was amazing. He was very polite and he properly guided us. I got the Tarte Fine au Topinambours Gratinées (entrée), Jarret d agneau (plat principal), and Matcha-White Chocolate (dessert). They were all amazing! Very tasty and perfect portions. I do suggest everyone to book the earliest time possible. We reserved for 6pm (Wednesday evening) and at that time there were only us and another table. But after an hour, more people came and the vibe is different. You smell their perfume stronger and you get irritated . Someone also decided to bring their phone with them which ruined the experience cause you d see light. Other than that, book early. You might feel anxious first not seeing anything but eventually you start to appreciate it. Also, if I were to change one thing. Probably their sound system. Les haut-parleurs se semblent saturés.

Amazing experience. Really forces you to use your other senses. Also the food was amazing, despite being quite expensive. Something everyone should experience at least once.