Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Montreal

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Montreal? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Salle Climatisée

4.9

4.9 (19)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Bistro

Little Italy

About the restaurant

Salle Climatisée is a small neighbourhood restaurant pouring wines we like and use ingredients mostly from here.

Top review

Diana

Dined 5 days ago

Honestly one of the best food experiences that I've had in a while. Every dish was prepared with attention to the main ingredient and tasted phenomenal. I will be going back soon.

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4.9

4.9 (416)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Le Muscadin has been a cornerstone of Montreal's dining scene since it opened in 1987. Specializing in authentic Italian cuisine, the restaurant focuses on traditional, high-quality ingredients. Le Muscadin offers a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere, perfect for both intimate dinners and larger gatherings. Its décor reflects a classic Italian style, adding to the overall dining experience. Known for its impeccable service, Le Muscadin boasts attentive and knowledgeable staff who elevate every visit. Over the years, Le Muscadin has garnered numerous accolades and positive reviews from both diners and critics, celebrated for its high culinary standards and consistency. As one of Montreal's premier Italian restaurants, it is renowned for its dedication to quality, exceptional service, and elegant dining environment. Whether you're a local or a visitor, dining at Le Muscadin is an experience that captures the essence of fine Italian cuisine in the heart of Old Montreal.

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Steven

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Excellent kind service, felt like being at home

Anemone

4.8

4.8 (241)

CAN$51 and over

Market Cuisine

Little Italy

About the restaurant

Cuisine principalement de produits locaux de l'inspiration de Mike Madokoro et Minh Phat Tu, avec du vin choisi par Elena Racevičiūtė-Ouellette.

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HodaVIP

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

We decided last minute to rebook our reservation after learning it was out of the downtown area of Montreal and I am SO happy we went! The depth of layers of each dish was phenomenal. They even had my favorite, sweetbreads! I will definitely be back next time I’m in Montreal!

Garde Manger

4.8

4.8 (2732)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Iron Chef winner Chuck Hughes and Chef Chris Merrick collaborate to offer a mind bending experience at this Old Montreal landmark. Over the top tasting menus in a supremely unique historic building, complimented by outstanding service, an unparalleled atmosphere and deep, notable wine selections.

*Please note that we have a full bar permit, which in Quebec means NO CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 ALLOWED.

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Christine

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

We did the chef menu: seafood tower, assorted appetizers and mains. And of course desserts ! Fabulous 10/10

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Experience

Chef's Seasonal Tasting Menu

Okeya Kyujiro Montreal

4.9

4.9 (568)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro

Our Omakase Experience is a chef’s choice menu consisting of seasonal ingredients mainly sourced from Japan. It includes approximately 25 courses with mostly sushi.

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONS
Please let us know before taking a reservation any allergies or food restrictions to know if we can possibly accommodate your needs.
We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment.
We do not have a kid’s menu.

RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee.
Parties of 5+ full will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 18% service fee.
A valid credit card is required to make the reservation.
To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable email confirmation or email us: info@okeya.ca

PRICE: $300 (Dinner) /$175 (Brunch) BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON

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NATACHA

Dined 2 days ago

Arigato for this experience! Do it once ! Perfect for a anniversary.

Le Carré Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (464)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Mediterranean

Downtown

About the restaurant

The entire Le Carré team is proud to work with local & Mediterranean producers as well as ingredients that vary with the seasons. The chef and his team offer a menu that is renewed according to market arrivals, fresh and rich in flavor.

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kathleen

Dined on Dec 2, 2024

The food was amazing delicious and creative. Wait staff was wonderful. Great dinner went twice.

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DUCK CONFIT FRESH PASTA

Kitano Shokudo

4.9

4.9 (10)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Plateau Mont-Royal

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of the plateau in Montreal, Kitano Shokudo is a cozy and delightful Japanese restaurant that serves you quality handmade dishes, amazing unique sakes and wines as well remarkable service. This amazing bistro gives you a Japanese experience that you won’t want to miss!

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Adisa

Dined 1 day ago

Food was amazing. Very impressed. Great quality sushi and cooked dishes were phenomenal. Waiter was wonderful but restaurant was busy enough to require second waiter

The Rec Room - Royalmount

4.6

4.6 (15)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary Canadian

Saint-Laurent/Mont-Royal

About the restaurant

The Rec Room redefines the meaning of fun with exciting arcade games, attractions, mouth-watering eats and live entertainment all packed under one roof. We’re Canada’s premier “eats & entertainment” hot spot!

For reservations of parties of 13 guests or more, please call the venue directly. We kindly request our guests refrain from making multiple reservations for a single large party. While we will do our best to accommodate large groups, we cannot guarantee multiple reservations will be seated together.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

We had a great time while at REC Room. I brought my team for a holiday outing and we had a very nice lunch and so much fun in the arcades!

Vivaldi

4.8

4.8 (501)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

West Island

About the restaurant

Located in Pierrefonds, Quebec, Vivaldi serves authentic Italian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. Every menu item is prepared with high quality ingredients including handmade pasta, pure olive oil, fresh mozzarella and the freshest meats and produce available. Vivaldi has a full bar featuring an extensive wine selection by the glass.

Start out with an appetizer to share at Vivaldi such as the fried calamari or the bruschetta. Choose from classic Italian favorites such as the grilled chicken parmesan, the scallops with pesto or the linguine primavera. For dessert, try the tiramisu or the homemade chocolate cake and a cup of specialty coffee.

Top review

Antoinette

Dined 1 day ago

Always a great experience at Vivaldi!! I love the food , service and ambiance. It’s our « go-to » restaurant ! Keep up the great work! Happy Holidays!

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Popular dish

Linguine Amalfitana

McKiernan Rôtisserie

4.9

4.9 (29)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Rotisserie Chicken

Verdun

About the restaurant

Large, airy setting featuring natural wine + beer, rôtisserie classics, fresh housemade pasta, schnitzel and daily specials. Prime rib roast and big butcher's cuts for the table on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, as well as brunch on the weekends! Family friendly and festive. Kids and foosball aficionados welcome.

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Lindsey

Dined 4 days ago

As usual…amazing food and drinks. I love it here! Stephanie and Venessa were the best servers!

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