I am so glad I dined at Chez L'epicier during my stay in Montreal, it really solidified the message that Montreal is one of the top cities in Canada for some of the best food you will ever taste!
The ambiance alone in this place is astounding. Old brick walls, a cozy and candlelit atmosphere ... Chez L'epicier seems to achieve a romantic old-world feel so easily. The wait times for seeing your order (as well as your server) are a bit long, but I hear that is pretty standard for Montreal.
The gnocchi was packed with a surprisingly strong flavour. I'm still not entirely sure if I enjoyed it entirely but I do remember it made quite the impact on my tastebuds! Not in a bad way, but I distinctly remember thinking the taste was very different from other gnocchi I've had. Dessert was a plate of delicate madelienes with scoops of fresh sorbet, absolutely delicious. The presentation for each dish was also impeccable. My fellow dining companions ordered the creme brulee and deep fried mars bar, both receiving stellar reviews as well.
We loved this place so much we came back the next night for dessert but they were closed. I will definitely be back here if I'm ever in Montreal again. Thanks for the wonderful and delicious memories, Chez L'epicier!