Fodor's Expert Review Chez l'Épicier
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Old Montreal (Vieux-Montreal)
French
Editor's Note: This location is no longer in operation.
Menus at this French fusion restaurant are printed on brown paper, but there's nothing down-market about the crisp white linens and the seasonal creative dishes like seared arctic char, almond arancini, or pan-seared foie gras. Should you choose to splurge, the C$85 (add $60 for wine pairings), seven-course tasting menu is a veritable feast for the senses. Make time to browse through the adjacent gourmet grocery (fittingly, the restaurant's name is French for “the grocer”), which showcases fine terroir ingredients, from olive oils to tasty spreads.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Tasting menu
- Wine pairings
- Market cuisine
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.--Mon., Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential