We had a great experience here. We came for lunch and absolutely loved it. The food was excellent and the owner personally greeted us and was very entertaining. We will definitely be back and highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Kornbluth
Fabulous meal. Everything was absolutely lovely. You can tell when an establishment really cares about the experience from the kitchen to the front of the house. Wonderful dining room—excellent service that combines elegance, character, and a bit of humor. This combination can be hard to find, but Kazim and the rest of the staff pulled it off seamlessly. The worst part of the meal—we were visiting and won’t be able to return for some time. Rest assured, the next time we are in Montreal, we will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Scheidel
When I worked for a large software company a few years ago, I was coming up to Montreal from Chicago on a regular basis, and I ate at L'autre Saison pretty regularly. I always ate at the bar because I felt funny taking up a table just by myself. I brought a colleague there once, and a couple of years later I brought my wife, daughter, sister and her husband up here for a trip and couldn't wait to take them to this place. Always amazing food and service, and one of the owners regularly takes care of you. Last night I brought my wife for an incredible romantic dinner. French onion soup, escargot, filet mignon, and cod. He even made her a custom martini.
The decor, the music, the service, always top notch. I've probably eaten here over a dozen times now and always stupendous. This is an absolute must-visit place for any special dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anto Akayan
The atmosphere was good, for 2 people the Bar is perfect , culinary experiance and the drinks were delicious , served on time and drinks simply well balance,, My friend order Rack of Lamb which he told me their signature dish , however due to my dietery restriction I had to settle with salade but the owner suggested and ask rhe chef to prepare the salade with tuna , it was exceptionally well prepare with pepper crust , thank you Chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Chops Medium Rare
Peter Gold
L'Autre Saison – 2137 Crescent Street, Montreal
We had a truly memorable dinner at L’Autre Saison—easily one of the best meals we’ve had in Montreal in quite some time. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance: warm and elegant, yet relaxed and unpretentious, making it ideal for a special night out without feeling overly formal.
I ordered the lamb shank, which was incredibly tender and bursting with flavor, while my wife enjoyed the black cod, one of the evening’s specials—both dishes were outstanding. Portions were generous, and every plate was beautifully presented.
The menu offers a wide variety of appealing options, and our server, Troy (the owner’s son), elevated the experience with his friendly, attentive service and excellent recommendations.
Dessert was a standout and a perfect sweet finish to the meal.
The wine list is thoughtfully curated with plenty of choices to cater to one’s pallet and pocketbook. There's a handsome bar tucked at the rear of the dining room, offering a more casual way to enjoy the same refined cuisine and ambiance.
Prices are well aligned with the quality of food and service.
If you're a fan of French cuisine—or simply looking for a hidden gem in Montreal—L’Autre Saison is absolutely worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patricia C
highly recommend to try this restaurant out when you’re in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris Sacre
My wife and I walked in…she with a gluten sensitivity and me with a lactose problem
We showed up in jeans, flips and tee shirt. Faizal eyed us and when I asked if they were Open…grinned and said “only for ice people. “ we laughed, sat down and started down a food and wine journey we could not forget
Patê, made in house, Salmon in white sauce custom for my wife with no gluten, An amazing veal dish with custom wine sauce for me. We had the place almost to ourselves and felt we’re were invited to a home for amazing hospitality.
A new Montreal favourite for me…and Kazim has always promised us a seat…
In fact we went back with 6 of our friends 2 days later ;-)
Cindy Jensen
This is a smaller family owned French restaurant right downtown. We first saw this place walking home from another dinner and the owner was out front and chatted with us and told us he had been in business for 49 years. So we thought that we would give it a try during our stay. The owner himself and one other person were serving. We were first served individual rolls and bruschetta. Both were delicious. Amongst the five of us, our appetizers included the escargot in puff pastry, which was an amazingly delicious rich appetizer. I would've been satisfied to stop there. I did not. A couple of people had the French onion soup, which was apparently rich and very delicious. Our Manes included my short ribs, which were served with a couple of spears of perfectly cooked asparagus and piped mashed potatoes. Other diners had Rack of Lamb Provençale, fillet mignon, fillet mignon with pepper sauce, and Entrecôte sauce Bordelaise. They were all excellent. For dessert, the five of us shared two desserts… One was their chocolate crème brûlée… It was just OK. And a small apple dessert with some vanilla ice cream. That was good. Their wine list was quite extensive and expensive lol. The chef did come out at the end of the evening when we were leaving and asked us how we enjoyed our meals. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathleen C
Excellent! My son and I came here for the first time tonight and we will surely be back again. The food was delicious and the service was great. The waiters were attentive and the owner, Kazim, was charming and personable. We shared the escargot dish and they so kindly split it into two dishes for us. Their unique preparation with the puff pastry is a must try. The French onion soup was delicious. The salade L'autre saison was crisp and fresh and the duck confit was so tender. The ambiance and decor was lovely. We didn't have time for dessert this evening, but we will be back another time to try! Thank you for a lovely experience!
Update - We came back for another visit. I recommend the scallops. The sauce was tasty and scallops were cooked perfectly. This time we did have dessert. The tarte tatin (French take on apple pie), was delicious. The ice cream with berries was abundant with fresh berries. Kazim was a charming host as always. Thank you!
Маргарита Лаптева
I can’t compare this dishes to anything I’ve tried before. All of them were cooked to perfection. Very friendly atmosphere as well!
It was perfect, the music was calm. The food was excellent and delicious. I didn't feel like I ate too much, neither too little. The servers and the owner were so kind and respectuous. 10/10, would recommend. Also, the atmosphere there was perfect : the whole restaurant gave Victorian era vibes.
Aditi Kapoor
I’m not sure what was worse, the food or the manager’s jokes. It took us 4 BOTTLES of water just to get through the bland, mediocre meal. No wonder they take your jackets at the door to probably to prevent guests from escaping mid-torture. Hopefully, the owner puts the $30+ tip he took for himself toward buying some SEASONING.
P.S. I wish Google let us give 0 stars
Bob A
My wife and I and another couple had dinner here while visiting Montreal last week (we are from Ontario and they are from England). We all agreed we had one of the best French dining experiences we have had in a very long time. The owner was funny, charming and engaging, while the décor was both cozy and classy, but not pretentious. Service was prompt and attentive. Particular standouts from the menu were the French onion soup and the duck confit. Five stars all around. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Confit
P S
A hidden gem! The service is impeccable and the food perfect. A lovely, quiet elegance with attentive but not intrusive service. Highly recommend for a wonderful experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Entre, Black Code Fish
Al Myk
The food was excellent…. The scallop dish and lamb shank were perfectly executed and every accompanying component to each dish treated with respect and presented beautifully… The wine list was extensive and impressive… An old school classic French dining experience in a comfortable classy atmosphere. Attentive service, and in addition I was even fortunate enough to receive a valuable lesson on napkin placement etiquette. If I had but one concern it would be that the crème brûlée was not properly caramelized, but it was a minor concern in the scope of the overall dining experience.
We had a great experience here. We came for lunch and absolutely loved it. The food was excellent and the owner personally greeted us and was very entertaining. We will definitely be back and highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fabulous meal. Everything was absolutely lovely. You can tell when an establishment really cares about the experience from the kitchen to the front of the house. Wonderful dining room—excellent service that combines elegance, character, and a bit of humor. This combination can be hard to find, but Kazim and the rest of the staff pulled it off seamlessly. The worst part of the meal—we were visiting and won’t be able to return for some time. Rest assured, the next time we are in Montreal, we will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
When I worked for a large software company a few years ago, I was coming up to Montreal from Chicago on a regular basis, and I ate at L'autre Saison pretty regularly. I always ate at the bar because I felt funny taking up a table just by myself. I brought a colleague there once, and a couple of years later I brought my wife, daughter, sister and her husband up here for a trip and couldn't wait to take them to this place. Always amazing food and service, and one of the owners regularly takes care of you. Last night I brought my wife for an incredible romantic dinner. French onion soup, escargot, filet mignon, and cod. He even made her a custom martini.
The decor, the music, the service, always top notch. I've probably eaten here over a dozen times now and always stupendous. This is an absolute must-visit place for any special dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The atmosphere was good, for 2 people the Bar is perfect , culinary experiance and the drinks were delicious , served on time and drinks simply well balance,, My friend order Rack of Lamb which he told me their signature dish , however due to my dietery restriction I had to settle with salade but the owner suggested and ask rhe chef to prepare the salade with tuna , it was exceptionally well prepare with pepper crust , thank you Chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Chops Medium Rare
L'Autre Saison – 2137 Crescent Street, Montreal
We had a truly memorable dinner at L’Autre Saison—easily one of the best meals we’ve had in Montreal in quite some time. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance: warm and elegant, yet relaxed and unpretentious, making it ideal for a special night out without feeling overly formal.
I ordered the lamb shank, which was incredibly tender and bursting with flavor, while my wife enjoyed the black cod, one of the evening’s specials—both dishes were outstanding. Portions were generous, and every plate was beautifully presented.
The menu offers a wide variety of appealing options, and our server, Troy (the owner’s son), elevated the experience with his friendly, attentive service and excellent recommendations.
Dessert was a standout and a perfect sweet finish to the meal.
The wine list is thoughtfully curated with plenty of choices to cater to one’s pallet and pocketbook. There's a handsome bar tucked at the rear of the dining room, offering a more casual way to enjoy the same refined cuisine and ambiance.
Prices are well aligned with the quality of food and service.
If you're a fan of French cuisine—or simply looking for a hidden gem in Montreal—L’Autre Saison is absolutely worth a visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
highly recommend to try this restaurant out when you’re in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I walked in…she with a gluten sensitivity and me with a lactose problem
We showed up in jeans, flips and tee shirt. Faizal eyed us and when I asked if they were
Open…grinned and said “only for ice people. “ we laughed, sat down and started down a food and wine journey we could not forget
Patê, made in house,
Salmon in white sauce custom for my wife with no gluten,
An amazing veal dish with custom wine sauce for me. We had the place almost to ourselves and felt we’re were invited to a home for amazing hospitality.
A new Montreal favourite for me…and Kazim has always promised us a seat…
In fact we went back with 6 of our friends 2 days later ;-)
This is a smaller family owned French restaurant right downtown. We first saw this place walking home from another dinner and the owner was out front and chatted with us and told us he had been in business for 49 years. So we thought that we would give it a try during our stay. The owner himself and one other person were serving. We were first served individual rolls and bruschetta. Both were delicious. Amongst the five of us, our appetizers included the escargot in puff pastry, which was an amazingly delicious rich appetizer. I would've been satisfied to stop there. I did not. A couple of people had the French onion soup, which was apparently rich and very delicious. Our Manes included my short ribs, which were served with a couple of spears of perfectly cooked asparagus and piped mashed potatoes. Other diners had Rack of Lamb Provençale, fillet mignon, fillet mignon with pepper sauce,
and Entrecôte sauce Bordelaise. They were all excellent. For dessert, the five of us shared two desserts… One was their chocolate crème brûlée… It was just OK. And a small apple dessert with some vanilla ice cream. That was good. Their wine list was quite extensive and expensive lol. The chef did come out at the end of the evening when we were leaving and asked us how we enjoyed our meals. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent! My son and I came here for the first time tonight and we will surely be back again. The food was delicious and the service was great. The waiters were attentive and the owner, Kazim, was charming and personable. We shared the escargot dish and they so kindly split it into two dishes for us. Their unique preparation with the puff pastry is a must try. The French onion soup was delicious. The salade L'autre saison was crisp and fresh and the duck confit was so tender. The ambiance and decor was lovely. We didn't have time for dessert this evening, but we will be back another time to try! Thank you for a lovely experience!
Update - We came back for another visit. I recommend the scallops. The sauce was tasty and scallops were cooked perfectly. This time we did have dessert. The tarte tatin (French take on apple pie), was delicious. The ice cream with berries was abundant with fresh berries. Kazim was a charming host as always. Thank you!
I can’t compare this dishes to anything I’ve tried before. All of them were cooked to perfection. Very friendly atmosphere as well!
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It was perfect, the music was calm. The food was excellent and delicious. I didn't feel like I ate too much, neither too little. The servers and the owner were so kind and respectuous. 10/10, would recommend. Also, the atmosphere there was perfect : the whole restaurant gave Victorian era vibes.
I’m not sure what was worse, the food or the manager’s jokes. It took us 4 BOTTLES of water just to get through the bland, mediocre meal. No wonder they take your jackets at the door to probably to prevent guests from escaping mid-torture. Hopefully, the owner puts the $30+ tip he took for himself toward buying some SEASONING.
P.S. I wish Google let us give 0 stars
My wife and I and another couple had dinner here while visiting Montreal last week (we are from Ontario and they are from England). We all agreed we had one of the best French dining experiences we have had in a very long time. The owner was funny, charming and engaging, while the décor was both cozy and classy, but not pretentious. Service was prompt and attentive. Particular standouts from the menu were the French onion soup and the duck confit. Five stars all around. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Confit
A hidden gem! The service is impeccable and the food perfect. A lovely, quiet elegance with attentive but not intrusive service. Highly recommend for a wonderful experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Entre, Black Code Fish
The food was excellent…. The scallop dish and lamb shank were perfectly executed and every accompanying component to each dish treated with respect and presented beautifully… The wine list was extensive and impressive… An old school classic French dining experience in a comfortable classy atmosphere. Attentive service, and in addition I was even fortunate enough to receive a valuable lesson on napkin placement etiquette. If I had but one concern it would be that the crème brûlée was not properly caramelized, but it was a minor concern in the scope of the overall dining experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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