Restaurant Toqué!
Restaurant Toqué! 900 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal
4.4
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Photo of Karyn Bloxham
29 Apr 2026
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1.0

Visited Restaurant Toqué! on my first trip to Canada. We’ve enjoyed several Michelin-star restaurants and were excited to add this to our list. It fell far short. The execution was surprisingly poor — chewy meat, ppl dishes, and sauces that were mediocre at best. Nothing stood out in a positive way. Several courses arrived while our table was still dirty, which made the experience feel sloppy and unrefined. Even basic fine dining details were missed. At this level, simple touches like clearing breadcrumbs between courses are standard. It happened once, just before dessert, which says a lot about the overall attention to detail. When we raised concerns, we were met with a weak apology from the manager and no real effort to address the issues. The staff came across as rude and condescending, which only made the experience worse. What should have been a memorable night ended up being frustrating and disappointing. Would not recommend

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Response added on 30 Apr 2026
We are sorry that your experience was not has high to your attempts. Normally, guest are delight by our food and service. We make a point of honor about the service and the cleanliness of the table. It is sad that it didnt work for you. For your information, we are not a Michelin-star restaurant.
Photo of E Shernay (Molee)
28 Apr 2026
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1.0

I rarely write reviews, but this experience at Toqué! was too disappointing to ignore. We spent nearly $900 for a 7-course meal for three people, expecting something exceptional. What we got was honestly one of the most underwhelming and poorly executed meals I’ve had at this price point. Several of the meat courses were tough and chewy—borderline inedible—and the fish was consistently overcooked to the point of being dry. For a restaurant positioning itself as fine dining, these are basic execution failures, not minor critiques. What made it worse was the complete lack of response from the staff. We politely brought the issues to their attention during the meal, expecting at least some acknowledgment or attempt to correct things. Nothing was done. No adjustment, no apology that felt meaningful—just indifference. At this level, you’re not just paying for food—you’re paying for experience, precision, and service. This missed on all three. For $900, you expect to walk away impressed, not questioning how things went so wrong. Would not return, and definitely would not recommend.

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Response added on 29 Apr 2026
Following your comment, we have written you an email to discuss your negative experience.
Photo of FELIX Crescencio
26 Apr 2026
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5.0

Awsome

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Response added on 29 Apr 2026
Merci!
Photo of John Doe
21 Apr 2026
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5.0

My husband and I finally made it to Toqué! last weekend after years of putting it off during our Montreal visits, and we are so glad we finally went. The dining room has a lovely energy — elegant but never stiff — and our server walked us through the tasting menu with genuine enthusiasm rather than rehearsed formality. The roasted Quebec duck course was a highlight we keep mentioning to everyone back home. For anyone planning a trip to the city, book a table here well ahead of time, because this is the kind of meal that makes the whole trip worthwhile.

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Response added on 29 Apr 2026
Nous sommes heureux de lire que votre expérience fut à la hauteur de vos attentes et que vous avez passé une belle soirée.
Photo of Rimi Hamam
13 Apr 2026
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3.3

Nice restaurant, food is ok but the presentation is excellent, I wish taste as good as how pretty, service is good and nice vibes.

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Response added on 29 Apr 2026
Thank you for taking time to share your experience.
Photo of Alexandre Bouffard
29 Mar 2026
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4.7

A Saturday evening at Toqué! is less a dinner than a carefully orchestrated performance. From the moment you sit down, the tone is set: precision, restraint, and a quiet confidence that comes from decades of consistency at the highest level. The experience for two unfolds with a natural rhythm. Each course arrives with intention, never rushed, never delayed. The menu reflects a deep respect for Québec terroir, elevated through technique rather than unnecessary complexity. Ingredients are allowed to speak, but always guided by a disciplined hand. What stands out most is balance. Flavors are clean and structured, portions calibrated to sustain interest without excess, and plating that is refined without drifting into artifice. There is a clear philosophy at work: excellence through control. Service follows the same philosophy. Attentive without intrusion, knowledgeable without performance. The staff reads the table well, adjusting pacing and interaction with subtlety. It feels less like being served and more like being accompanied. From a value perspective, this is not a cost-driven decision. It is a deliberate allocation toward a high-end culinary experience. The question is not whether it is expensive, but whether the execution justifies the positioning. In this case, it does. The evening leaves a lasting impression not because of any single dish, but because of the coherence of the entire experience. Everything aligns — cuisine, service, atmosphere — with no visible friction. Conclusion: An exemplary fine dining experience in Montréal, defined by discipline, consistency, and respect for product. Best suited for those who value precision over spectacle and substance over trend. Final rating: 9 / 10.

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Response added on 1 Apr 2026
Thank you for this wokderful poetic review. We are really happy to read that you enjoyed your experience. Of course, we share it with all the team.
Photo of Kiana
21 Mar 2026
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4.7

Dining at Toqué! was great! The staff is very professional, educated and also friendly. The service is impeccable. We had the tasting menu, which was good. The presentation is very artistic, but the actual taste was not quite what I expected. A lot of different flavours that I believe don’t go together, which truly felt unnecessary. I appreciate the emphasize on local seasonal ingredients. Overall, I think the tasting menu needs adjustments. Will definitely have to go back for the menu à la carte to make a better opinion. Thank you 😊

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Response added on 1 Apr 2026
Thank you for taking time to share your experience. We have noted that your comments on the flavors and will use it to ameliorate ourselves. We appreciate that you had a great experience overhall.
Photo of Jean Pierre Brossard
21 Mar 2026
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5.0

I’ve been three times. Each time it was an incredible culinary experience! Restaurant is classy and great for celebrations.

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Response added on 1 Apr 2026
Merci d'avoir pris le temps de noter et commenter votre expérience. Nous partageons vos bons mots avec toute l'équipe.
Photo of Christian Francis
15 Mar 2026
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5.0

My wife and I wanted to celebrate her birthday and some milestones we achieved together! Fortunately for us, during our overnight stay in Montreal, Toqué! was close by and we were eager to have a Michelin Star experience. Toqué! did not disappointed in the slightest! The moment we arrived, staff greeted us and welcomed us in. The mood, decor and lighting was very pleasant and relaxing. We found ourselves at a nice window seat in a corner table for two. To skip ahead a little, the cocktails pictured here is their take on a New York Sour called “Le Crepuscule” and without a doubt it was an immediately superior rival to the famed beverage. What a start! Before I go on and on about the food (which is an easy 5/5, 10/10 or whatever you want to call it) the staff had surprised a few first time diners with a few additional treats at no extra cost! No spoilers here! But everything from the first dish right down to dessert were some of the most savoury and delicious dishes I’ve ever experienced. Period. It was a memorable experience and we definitely will come back to Montreal to visit Toqué! to celebrate a milestone or future achievement, no doubt! Thank you for an incredible experience!

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Photo of Claire Hoon
8 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Toqué! is one of those rare institutions that justifies its reputation, particularly during the lunch service which offers a lighter, high-energy alternative to the formal dinner experience. Having visited twice now for lunch, it’s clear the kitchen’s strength lies in its consistency and its focus on Quebec's seasonal terroir. The dining room, with its polished glass wine cellar and vibrant accents, feels upscale without being stuffy. It is the kind of place where the service is a science, yet the atmosphere remains accessible. The plates are consistently artful, often highlighting a balance between rich proteins and sharp, fresh components. Starters like the foie gras terrine with its smooth consistency and fruit purée accents, or the confit trout with nasturtium oil, are technical standouts. For the mains, the walleye with caper beurre blanc and the butcher’s cut of lamb demonstrate why the restaurant has remained a flagship for over thirty years. While it is certainly a premium experience, the lunch set menu remains one of the best values in Montreal for this level of gastronomy.

Photo of Denise De Figueiredo
7 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

An unforgettable evening crafted by François‑Emmanuel Nicol, the brilliant chef behind Québec City’s two‑Michelin‑star Tanière³. The nine‑course tasting menu with wine pairings was executed with absolute mastery. The venison main course was transcendent—perfectly prepared, deeply flavorful, and easily one of the best dishes I’ve ever tasted. And the surprise dessert of caviar and crème brûlée was a stroke of genius, balancing luxury, texture, and sweetness with remarkable precision. An exceptional culinary experience from start to finish.

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Photo of Hazal Canisag Ozturk
18 Feb 2026
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5.0

AMAZING food!! 100% recommend their tasting menu if you are in Montreal!

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Response added on 19 Feb 2026
Thank you for taking time to share your experience. We appreciate it.
Photo of Sam Dayan
3 Feb 2026
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5.0

Food and atmosphere was excellent!!

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Response added on 5 Feb 2026
Merci d'avoir pris le temps de noter votre expérience. Cela est grandement apprécié.
Photo of Edgar Chang
13 Jan 2026
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5.0

My favorite restaurant in Montreal. The food, atmosphere and service are impeccable. The menu always pays homage to the seasonal québécois ingredients. I think the food has just the right amount of creativity. The chef pairs unexpected ingredients together without it being overly experimental. The lunch set menu is a great value, and their dessert is a must.

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Response added on 22 Jan 2026
Merci d'avoir pris le temps de commenter votre visite. Nous l'apprécions.
Photo of Lloyd Melnick
1 Jan 2026
Source: Google
4.7

Excellent and beautiful restaurant. I started with the foie gras terrine and was largely expecting a good terrine similar to multiple Montreal bistros. Toque’s dish was incredible, the flavors, the consistency, was both great and very unique. It is a dish you should not miss. I also enjoyed the black cod, cooked perfectly, tender and melted in my mouth. The restaurant itself is elegant, with a very cool open wine cellar.

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Response added on 22 Jan 2026
Nous sommes heureux de lire que votre expérience fut à la hauteur de vos attentes et que vous avez passé un agréable moment.

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  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday Closed
  • Friday Closed
  • Saturday 17:30 - 21:30

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