L'Avenue is a quirky brunch spot that claims the title of most popular brunch spot in Plateau-Mont-Royal with consistent lines on the weekend. Fortunately, things are slightly better on the weekdays but after 10 am, the place was still packed.
The decor includes numerous mannequins and a menu with photos of various Canadian celebrities and random characters hawking the brunch specialties, including French toast and pancake offerings, Eggs Benedict variations galore, as well as burgers and sandwiches. Portions are generous and include a skewer of fruit with pineapple, strawberry, cantaloupe, and orange. A well rounded drink menu included coffee, coconut milk, mimosas, and Bloody Caesars. Our order:
I'll Take It All - $17.66. The kitchen sink of entrees that includes a pancake, French Toast, Sausage, bacon, baked beans, homemade crotons, pulled pork, pate, and two eggs. It's a great dish for sharing and sampling a lot of variety. Everything was tasty including an incredibly fluffy pancake and French toast that just tasted so good with the maple syrup.
Duck Benedict - $16.92. A very Canadian variation on the Benedict with tender and savory duck confit meat combined with perfectly poached eggs, Hollandaise sauce and caramelized onions. Very filling. The house potatoes are delicious too and they provide both mayo and ketchup for dipping.
Overall, great brunch spot in the Plateau Mont Royal with friendly service, casual vibe and plentiful food for sharing.
L'Avenue accepts credit cards including Amex.