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I was in Montréal on business and stayed for a few extra days to check out the city (and what a great city it is, but that's another review).
The bartender in the hotel I was staying asked me if I liked jazz..."Uh, sure" was my reply not really knowing whether or not I really liked jazz. "You have to check out Diese Onze," was his response (I had to have him write it down as I couldn't figure out what he was saying with his real French accent - he was indeed from France.)
After pondering my evening plans over a beer, I decided not to be lazy and just walk around the corner for dinner, so I hailed an Uber and headed across town to Diese Onze.
As I arrived, I hopped out of the car and looked around...where is it? Ah, down the steps into a below grade, cozy and quaint haunt.
I arrived early, so there were plenty of tables and room at the bar in front of the barely raised staged. As the music started, I became enchanted with the place. The music filled the low-ceiling space and was amazing.
Sitting at the bar, I struck up a conversation with a mostly French-speaking older couple who lived a few hours outside of Montreal. They told me Diese Onze was one of their favorite places to visit while in town - I was quickly understanding why.
Eventually, I decided to order dinner at the bar - in my terrible French and even worse comprehension, I awkwardly ordered mushroom risotto. Oh my, it was heavenly!
Upon, finishing my meal, I was so in love with the place - the vibe, the music, the people and the food - I decided to walk back to my hotel in the light/moderate rain reflecting on what I had just experienced (it was about a :50 minute walk and it was lovely.)
Diese Onze, you were the highlight of my trip to Montreal! And thank you Mr. Bartender for the recommendation - and yes, I like jazz.
On a final note, please be generous when they pass around the tip hat for the musicians - they're worth it!
I hope I can make it back to Diese Onze one of these days, it was spectacular - 5 stars!
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