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| - I am a restauranteur myself and an avid foodie and I simply can't rave enough about La Salle A Manger. I have been several times myself, and sent my Culinary Director here who agreed that it is better than more famous Montreal restaurants. Where to start?
SERVICE: these people simply know how to do it. I've been on a few dates, and they have the intimate service concept down pat with clear explanations of menu items including explanations of how they cook and prepare things. The knowledge of each and every server is impressive. This past weekend, they hosted my brother's bachelor party for 14 guys. We were supposed to sit at 10:30 but they weren't ready until 10:45, so they offered us beer tastings and an oyster. I requested that they just "do it up" and they offered me 2 different "freestyle" menus at $55 per person or $70 per person. They were fun and added to the party. At that late hour, we were seated by the open garage door window on a beautiful night. They brought out piles of food family style, explained what everything was, and coupled each course with a wine choice of good and reasonable or great and special. Both in the date setting and this one, they readily shared their local knowledge of the city, recommending brunch places, bars to go to afterwards, things to do--it was just fabulous.
FOOD: it's even better. There's always an eclectic filet on the menu--venison, moose, beef, horse, you never know. The halibut ceviche is so good I actually dreamed bout it. The charcuteries, rillettes and pates are fantastic and served with the perfect pickled complements. Even the bread has subtle flavors of pistachios and dried fruit. I am a local meat-atarian and I can tell you these people do meat as well as anybody. The salads have light, tart dressings that are the perfect finish to the richer foods. The potatoes are perfectly spiced and cooked, the polenta is creamy and finely textured. The rabbit for two is slow food at its best. The desserts aren't just sweet bites, they are well thought-out flavor combinations.
ATMOSPHERE: They have hit the nail on the head. It's a classy casual atmosphere. You don't feel like you have to dress up but you don't feel out of place if you do. The specials are written all over the restaurant on chalkboards. The bar is great and the bartender is knowledgeable. We hung out there and had espressos after dinner once the place had emtied out and honestly could have stayed another hour. The open garage door makes you feel part of the neighborhood. There's definitely a bit of a din, which was good on the date nights so you didn't feel the need to whisper.
Bottom line, this place is just awesome. Check out the Reservoir too (especially for brunch in the fall, winter and spring only), it's owned by the same chef. Do not miss out on La Salle A Manger!
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