Monarque
406 Rue Saint-Jacques, Montréal, QC H2Y 1S1, Canada
Phone: (514) 875-3896
Website: http://www.restaurantmonarque.ca/
Monarque in Montréal is a 4.6-star restaurant with 2,280 Google reviews, known for Os à moelle farci d’escargots de Bourgogne (Bone Marrow with Escargot) and Trout Tartare.
Why we love it
- French with Quebecois influence
- Located near Near Rue Saint-Jacques and Rue Notre-Dame
- Elegant atmosphere, sophisticated decor, excellent service
- Formal dining with a la carte options
- French with Quebecois influence
- Located near Near Rue Saint-Jacques and Rue Notre-Dame
- Elegant atmosphere, sophisticated decor, excellent service
- Formal dining with a la carte options
What to Order
Os à moelle farci d’escargots de Bourgogne (Bone Marrow with Escargot)
This audacious appetizer features rich bone marrow generously stuffed with Burgundy escargots, offering a unique and perfectly executed blend of flavors and textures.
"l’os à moelle farci d’escargots de Bourgogne (un délice audacieux et parfaitement exécuté)"
Vincent Koperski
Trout Tartare
A divine and expertly textured dish, this tartare highlights fresh trout with unique flavors and a delightful mouthfeel.
"The trout tartare is divine—fresh and expertly textured—while the octopus and lamb use high-quality ingredients."
Peter Bovis
Joue de bœuf braisée (Braised Beef Cheek)
This tender and generous dish features beef cheek braised to perfection, melting in your mouth with rich flavors.
"la joue de bœuf braisée, fondante et généreuse. Chaque bouchée était une révélation, tant par la qualité des produits que par la maîtrise technique évidente de l’équipe en cuisine."
Vincent Koperski
Braised Veal Cheeks
A truly amazing dish where the veal cheeks are so tender they melt in your mouth, with unreal flavors.
"The veal cheek was amazing, it melt right away in my mouth."
Bella Chung
Aged Steak
This steak boasts a great texture and flavor, with a perfect balance between fat and meat, complemented by a nice pepper sauce.
"I especially liked the aged steak, it had great texture and great flavours. The balance between fat and meat was great, the mix of chewiness and softness was great as well and the pepper sauce that came with the steak complemented it quite nicely."
Kid JL
Desserts (Éclair and Fondant au Chocolat)
The desserts, including the éclair and chocolate fondant, are a perfect ending to the meal with their ideal textures, subtle flavor balances, and careful presentation.
"Côté desserts, l’éclair et le fondant au chocolat ont clos le repas en apothéose : des textures parfaites, des équilibres de saveurs subtils, et une présentation soignée."
Vincent Koperski
Inside Scoop
- Consider sitting at the bar for a fun experience with the same food and wine, plus engaging bartender repartee.
- The brasserie area can have bright lighting, which some find detracts from a cozy atmosphere.
- For a more intimate experience, ask for a table facing the kitchen in the brasserie.
- While main courses are generally good, appetizers and desserts consistently receive higher praise.
- The restaurant is large, contributing to an excellent atmosphere that doesn't feel crowded.