I have to be honest.. I didn't have high expectations for Le Filet. I mean, its not the trendy newcomer to the dining scene - it's been around a while. I didn't hear any buzz about some trendy must try dish or have a ridiculous wait for an impossible to get reservation or crazy tight seating. No no.. none of the usual indignities diners sometimes have to endure to have an excellent meal. It turned out to be one of the best meals I had in Montreal.
A beautiful summer evening and we were able to sit outside on the terrace (patio) located on a quiet block across the street from Parc Jeanne-Mance. We ordered a nice bottle of Vaucheron Sancerre Rose as we enjoyed incredible, friendly service the rest of the meal.
The oysters are deliciously fresh - we had them three ways: plain, miso gratin and jalapeno & maple being the ones I enjoyed most. The grilled octopus was very tender and I like the meyer lemon coulis that was with this. The seared cod was a perfectly prepared piece of fish. We finished of the meal with Cavatelli, foie gras, veal cheek that was a mind blowing dish. We finished the meal with a shared chocolate mousse.
We shared all the dishes with new plates and silverware came out with each dish course. Water glasses filled as needed. Our waiter was very friendly and the meal pace was just right. I wish all my dining experience was as good as Le Filet - I said to myself: This what it feels to be "adulting"!