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| - Sadly, this place is not what I remember it to be :(
I made a reservation here two weeks in advance for a Saturday night for 8 people and could only get 7pm, which is really frustrating because there are two very distinct and consistently upheld seatings - 7pm and 9:30pm. I knew, no matter what we tried, that we'd be kicked off the table and forced to awkwardly stand at the bar until the place turns into a club.
Besides that, a few positives:
- Service: Our waitress was very attentive and patient. We asked a million questions about the menu and took a while to get organized and order. One of the orders was wrong when she brought it out, so a new plate plus complimentary side vegetables promptly arrived.
- Dessert: We got all of the desserts and shared. Literally, every single one was incredible and a must-have. In addition to the ones we ordered, we also got a complimentary tiramisu for the engagement of one of my friends. Awesome.
- Shots: We were kicked off the table around 10pm (nice grace period) but offered a round of shots at the bar to make up for it - nice touch.
The negatives, however, really left their impression:
- Food: I was not impressed - and especially so given the price. The fish and meat dishes were small, overly salty and sparse with sides/carbs (even when included in the dish). The chicken was ok, the seafood special and other white fish were really bland. The pasta was plentiful but tasted and looked like the sauce came out of a can. Our appetizers were ok - salmon tartare was probably the best bet.
- Atmosphere: the place used to attract an attractive, fun and energetic group of Montreal locals - people you wanted to be around. It now appears to cater more to tourists (especially younger Americans coming to experience all Montreal has to offer that demographic - need I say more?). It makes for a rather uncomfortable experience for 8 girls who are really just looking for a fun night out together.
- Bottle service / club switch-over: This was really poorly done - most of the tables remained in the same locations, chairs were scattered in the aisles, waitresses couldn't get by and neither could we! the music didn't encourage dancing and there was a general apathy in the place. Sad.
Save your appetite for La Belle Province post-bar and just come here for bottle service OR come in the late seating and have some apps and dessert and then continue the night at the bar.
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