My husband and I had the pleasure of dinning in at this amazing restaurant tonight. The food, service and atmosphere were top notch. I had the best experience in a restaurant in a while and couldn’t stop smiling. Everything was exceptional! The owner was amazing and made me feel at home with the conversations we had. If you’re looking for delicious 5 star food I’d recommend this restaurant hands down. Remember to order dessert as well after eating. You will not be disappointed at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joao DeNobrega
I want to thank the owner for such a warm welcome and and amazing dinner. Thank you for the hospitality and conversation. We will be back !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrea Hardy
Everything about this restaurant was exceptional — the food, the service, and the atmosphere were all top notch. We dined as a group of seven, and every single person in our party was raving about their meal. It’s a classic French dining experience where every detail is cared for. The dishes were not only delicious but clearly prepared with love and passion. The staff truly take pride in what they do, creating a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience from start to finish. Highly recommend! Sadly I didn’t capture this amazing experience with photos.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Serge Chartrand
2025. The most iconic French 🥖. Restaurant in Montreal wines list selection cuisine from chef Alain is hard the beat a classic to experience cheers.....
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dan Glusker
I was just wandering around the neighborhood and discovered this hidden gem of restaurant. This was by far one of the best meals and dining experiences I’ve had in Montreal.
The meal started off with delicious warm complementary bread and bruschetta, followed by the French onion soup and Salade L’Autre Saison appetizers which were delicious and very generously portioned. The salad was put together impeccably, topped with a large block of brie that was fresh and savory. The French onion soup was the best I’ve had in this city.
Our main meals consisted of steak and the poached salmon in white mushroom sauce. The steak was cooked perfectly, extremely tender and whose flavor was enhanced by the bold red wine sauce. The salmon was cooked beautifully and paired nicely with the glass of Pinot Noir recommended by the owner. The warm apple tart a la mode recommended by the owner was the perfect ending to this amazing meal.
For those that have an interest in ambience, be prepared to enter a classic, romantic French townhome. With an unbelievable array of collectibles, including artwork and violins, you very well might be in Louis the XIV’s Palace of Versailles.
There’s a reason why the owner / chef duo have been in business for 50 years: delectable food in a gorgeous Parisian style townhouse served by gracious staff that all take pride in what they’ve built. I’ll be back here multiple times on all my visits to Montreal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kirin Murphy
i have literally never been treated so rudely. i came just for the french onion soup bc of the good reviews on here. i ordered just the soup, and the old man bartender/server said that i had to put in my entire order when i ordered. i told him that i just wanted the soup. and then he said “then i will not serve you”, took the menu from the table and walked away. he didn’t tell me whatever “rule” they had that i had to order a full meal. he just stormed off like i offended him. how was i supposed to know the rule? what’s next? if i order fully loaded nachos to share with someone, i can’t take too many of the fully loaded ones? that rule at least would make more sense. anyway that old guy was super rude and he should be nicer to people.
Service: 1
Dana Gajda
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.
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!
My husband and I had the pleasure of dinning in at this amazing restaurant tonight. The food, service and atmosphere were top notch. I had the best experience in a restaurant in a while and couldn’t stop smiling. Everything was exceptional! The owner was amazing and made me feel at home with the conversations we had. If you’re looking for delicious 5 star food I’d recommend this restaurant hands down. Remember to order dessert as well after eating. You will not be disappointed at all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I want to thank the owner for such a warm welcome and and amazing dinner. Thank you for the hospitality and conversation. We will be back !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything about this restaurant was exceptional — the food, the service, and the atmosphere were all top notch. We dined as a group of seven, and every single person in our party was raving about their meal. It’s a classic French dining experience where every detail is cared for. The dishes were not only delicious but clearly prepared with love and passion. The staff truly take pride in what they do, creating a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience from start to finish. Highly recommend! Sadly I didn’t capture this amazing experience with photos.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
2025. The most iconic French 🥖. Restaurant in Montreal wines list selection cuisine from chef Alain is hard the beat a classic to experience cheers.....
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was just wandering around the neighborhood and discovered this hidden gem of restaurant. This was by far one of the best meals and dining experiences I’ve had in Montreal.
The meal started off with delicious warm complementary bread and bruschetta, followed by the French onion soup and Salade L’Autre Saison appetizers which were delicious and very generously portioned. The salad was put together impeccably, topped with a large block of brie that was fresh and savory. The French onion soup was the best I’ve had in this city.
Our main meals consisted of steak and the poached salmon in white mushroom sauce. The steak was cooked perfectly, extremely tender and whose flavor was enhanced by the bold red wine sauce. The salmon was cooked beautifully and paired nicely with the glass of Pinot Noir recommended by the owner. The warm apple tart a la mode recommended by the owner was the perfect ending to this amazing meal.
For those that have an interest in ambience, be prepared to enter a classic, romantic French townhome. With an unbelievable array of collectibles, including artwork and violins, you very well might be in Louis the XIV’s Palace of Versailles.
There’s a reason why the owner / chef duo have been in business for 50 years: delectable food in a gorgeous Parisian style townhouse served by gracious staff that all take pride in what they’ve built. I’ll be back here multiple times on all my visits to Montreal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
i have literally never been treated so rudely. i came just for the french onion soup bc of the good reviews on here. i ordered just the soup, and the old man bartender/server said that i had to put in my entire order when i ordered. i told him that i just wanted the soup. and then he said “then i will not serve you”, took the menu from the table and walked away. he didn’t tell me whatever “rule” they had that i had to order a full meal. he just stormed off like i offended him. how was i supposed to know the rule? what’s next? if i order fully loaded nachos to share with someone, i can’t take too many of the fully loaded ones? that rule at least would make more sense. anyway that old guy was super rude and he should be nicer to people.
Service: 1
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
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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!
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