Brasserie 701
Brasserie 701 701 Côte de la Place-d'Armes, Montréal
4.6
146 evaluations
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What guests say about Brasserie 701

Brasserie 701 is often praised for its elegant, pleasant atmosphere, with a well-liked decor and a noise level that is generally comfortable for conversation. Several guests also highlight attentive, professional service, as well as well-executed dishes such as brunch, steak frites, beef bourguignon, and certain desserts. On the other hand, some reviews mention slow service, dishes served cold or unevenly, and a value-for-money ratio that is sometimes disappointing. Overall, it is an appealing option for a polished outing or a special occasion, especially if you prioritize the atmosphere and service.

Summary based on 137 reviews.

Reviews / Ratings for Brasserie 701

Photo of Andrew Picken
26 May 2026
Source: Google
3.0

Okay I’m being generous with my 3, I have reviewed a lot of places good and bad. This is a reason I have 3.3million views of my reviews and am in the top 5% of global google reviewers. 1st the good 1) Taste of the food was good, well seasoned 2) Beautiful Atmosphere The Bad - 1) I understand I was only one customer at the time of visit but that is no excuse for poor service, more in the breakdown. 2) Food came out cold, the butter didn’t even melt, clumped up on my steak and my veggies all cold. 3) Back to the service - Was missing a steak knife and the side sauce. Halfway through when a different sever saw that I was using a table knife and was missing my sauce corrected the issue then. 4) When ordering the most expensive thing on the menu and only being one person, it only takes 5 secs on your way past to make sure everything came out the way it was ordered. 5) As I’m being brought the bill is when I was finally asked how it was. Which I basically stated what I just wrote, I got back I will pass on your feedback. So I too am just passing on the feedback. It was a shame, I was looking forward to this location.

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Photo of Claire Van Parys
23 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

this was such a good brunch spot. our server adelle was so sweet and all the staff were so accommodating. the food was so good we loved the avocado toast and pancakes.

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Photo of Anna Lisser
23 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Absolutely loved this place sat outside with some girlfriends the brunch was amazing. Adele and Iman were awesome!

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Photo of jenna beber
23 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Adele is an absolute legend. Love her so much and the food was incredible. Great vibes, great people. I’m coming back

Photo of Bikki C
17 May 2026
Source: Google
4.3

Food was amazing, but be ready to wait for 1hr to get your order. ( we sat inside ). We ordered the Quebecois Plate and Bacon omelette

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Response added on 19 May 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for dining with us. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the food. We do apologize for the long wait you experienced during your visit. Your comments have been shared with our team as we continue working to improve the speed and overall experience for our guests. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon.
Photo of Tara B
13 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

This place was beautiful. The atmosphere is elegant and welcoming. The noise level is great for conversation. We really appreciated that it wasn't loud. They made my great uncles celebration very special. Service was excellent, she was attentive by topping up our wine when needed, a dish came out a bit cold they recooked the whole plate quickly enough, she also brought out a surprise desert with sparkler. Food was excellent! The food was seasoned perfectly and everyone in our party was happy with taste and presentation. We tried the duck, octopus, Arctic char and lamb, plus a few desserts. Pavlova is incredible. Thank you again for a special evening.

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Response added on 15 May 2026
Hi Tara, Thank you so much for your beautiful review and for choosing to celebrate such a special occasion with us. We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, attentive service, and overall dining experience. It’s especially rewarding to know that our team helped make your great uncle’s celebration memorable. We’re also glad we could quickly correct the dish and ensure everything met your expectations. Your kind comments about the duck, octopus, Arctic char, lamb, and especially the Pavlova mean a great deal to our kitchen team. We will be sure to share your thoughtful feedback with everyone involved. Thank you again for your trust, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another special evening soon!
Photo of Kevin O'Rahilly
13 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Excellent Breakfast, our server/staff was so very nice. Also the evening before we had a coffee and cheese charcuterie board… again excellent. Thank-you

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Response added on 15 May 2026
Hi M. O'Rahilly Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed both your breakfast experience and your evening coffee and cheese charcuterie board with us. It’s especially rewarding to know that our team made your visit even more enjoyable with their warm service. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Photo of Sandy Skoogh
9 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Our waiter Alexis was wonderful; both helpful with ordering and very pleasant.

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Photo of Paul Smekens
8 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We loved Brasserie 701 . We stayed at Hotel placed'armes The Brasserie 701 breakfast is very good a nice menu and we also have dinner . Service extremely good. Very nice menu and the food was delicious The have also a nice wine selection. Overall a 10 Plus. A must place to go and the best location. Thanks to the staff of the restaurant and the hotel .

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Response added on 10 May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed both your stay at Hôtel Place d’Armes and your experience at Brasserie 701, from breakfast to dinner. It’s especially rewarding to know that you appreciated our menu, wine selection, and the quality of service provided by our team. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we will be sure to share them with both our restaurant and hotel staff. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Montréal!
Photo of Diana Clarke
6 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had a wonderful lunch great food, amazing service very special kudos to our amazing waiter Alexia we will always remember his lovely manner and great recommendations and service.

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Response added on 7 May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re so happy to hear you had such a great lunch experience with us. Your kind words about Alexis mean a lot, and we’ll be sure to share your compliments with him. We’re glad his recommendations and attentive service made your visit so memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Photo of Anne Cool
5 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We really enjoyed the food and the service was outstanding

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Response added on 6 May 2026
Hi Anne, Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and that the service stood out. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon !
Photo of Ashley Field
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Went for brunch and this did not disappoint!! Absolutely amazing food. We did not book a reservation but was able to sit at the bar and it was perfect! Great staff and even better food!

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Response added on 5 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind message. We’re really glad to hear you had such a great experience with us, from the bar seating to the service and the food. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another brunch !
Photo of Kelly-Anne Lemay
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

the restaurant is very pretty. Our food was delicious. We shared the eggs benny and the chicken and waffles and i’d recommend both. They were delicious.

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Response added on 5 May 2026
Hi Kelly-Anne, Thank you for your kind review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and that both the eggs benedict and chicken and waffles hit the mark. We hope to welcome you back again soon !
Photo of Jess
3 May 2026
Source: Google
3.0

Stunning restaurant with beautiful decor. Unfortunately the good ends there like what many people said. We came here for brunch on Sunday and service was very slow and we had to follow up a couple times or go to the bar ourselves to get something . Drinks took 30 minutes to come and food was mediocre and not that impressive for hotel quality. The omelette was quite bland. The avocado toast was OK, but nice vinaigrette on the salad. The chocolate croissant was delicious though. Hopefully management takes this feedback & improve their service efficiency in the future.

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Response added on 6 May 2026
Hi Jess, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re very glad you enjoyed the decor and especially the chocolate croissant, but we’re sorry that the rest of your visit did not meet expectations. What you described regarding the slow service and the need to follow up is not the level of attentiveness we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating that can be. We’re also disappointed to hear that some of the dishes fell short, particularly the omelette. Your feedback is taken seriously, and we’ll be addressing both service efficiency and consistency in the kitchen with our team. We truly appreciate your comments and hope we’ll have the opportunity to offer you a much better experience in the future.
Photo of L&A Wandering
26 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had a dinner for 7. The servers are amazing they are accommodating. The area is cozy and the foods are great. Prices are reasonable.

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Photo of Fausta Ballesteros
25 Apr 2026
Source: Google
4.7

Awesome food, and great service. Fast with great recommendations. All the apetizers were delicious

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Photo of Jonathan Tommy Lu
21 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Fantastic service and good food

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Photo of Luther Beck
19 Apr 2026
Source: Google
4.5

Stopped in for a cocktail before turning in. The Jardin Provencal was expertly made by a friendly young man who talked to us about local products. A great end to the day!

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Photo of Madeline Meilun
19 Apr 2026
Source: Google
3.3

Our waitress Elodie was very friendly. She was alone serving a full section and remained friendly and checked in on us when she could. The food arrived cold and the “poached” egg was completely solid and hard boiled so that was disappointing. The food was fine overall but probably would’ve been better if it was warm. It was comical to watch the rest of the staff maneuver around our drinks when they came up at the bar; we watched 3 servers in a row unload entire trays of dishes over top of our drinks and no one ran them :(

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Photo of A N
14 Apr 2026
Source: Google
4.3

I liked the food, and the service was great. It was romantic, however it got a bit loud. And the boeuf bourguignon had the most amazing tender meat, however when it comes to the flavour of the stew, I do think the one I make at home is better. Which suprised me. But overall, the food was great

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Response added on 14 Apr 2026
Dear AN, Thank you very much for your thoughtful feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed the service and the tenderness of our boeuf bourguignon. We truly appreciate your honesty regarding the flavour, there’s nothing quite like a homemade recipe! We hope to welcome you back again soon for another romantic evening. Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
Photo of Super Plush comedy
13 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

One of the BEST experiences I’ve had in a hotel restaurant. I’ve travelled a lot and this restaurant was a very pleasant surprise! Absolutely delicious and the service was top notch. You have to get the burger and the crème brûlée was perfect. Not to mention the minestrone soup and delicious bread with tomato based spread. I don’t have to eat for a week! Bravo! See you tomorrow!

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Response added on 14 Apr 2026
Hello, Wow, thank you for such an amazing review! We’re absolutely thrilled that your experience stood out among your travels. Your kind words about the food and service mean a lot to our team. We’ll be ready with a burger and crème brûlée for your next visit… maybe even sooner than next week! ;) Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
Photo of Adam Worwood
12 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

My wife and I ate here to celebrate her upcoming birthday. Let me say, what a delight from start to finish. We arrived when it was very busy and only the only available seats were at the bar. No problem for us! I ordered the Steak Frites with tempered expectations and was blown away by the quality of my meal. Not only was my steak cooked a perfect medium rare but I haven't had a steak so sumptuous in quite some time. After dinner we stuck around and had a few cocktails which were prepared in front of us and ultimately went down perhaps a little too easily! Next time we are in Montreal we will be back!

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Response added on 14 Apr 2026
Dear Adam, Thank you for choosing us to celebrate such a special occasion! We’re so happy to hear that even a busy evening at the bar turned into a memorable experience. Your compliments on the steak and cocktails truly mean a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to Montreal! Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
Photo of Cody
12 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Shout out to Paula for her great service this morning!

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Response added on 14 Apr 2026
Dear Cody, Thank you for the shout out! We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Paula, she’ll be so happy to hear it! Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
Photo of Tanner Ferguson
12 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Paula was great, food was very good.

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Response added on 14 Apr 2026
Dear Tanner, Thank you very much! We’re glad you enjoyed both the food and the service. We’ll make sure Paula receives your lovely feedback! Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
Photo of Vivi
12 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Paula was so welcoming and so accommodating! Lovely place for brunch in the old Montreal. Would recommend!

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Response added on 14 Apr 2026
Dear vivi, Thank you for your kind recommendation! We’re delighted you enjoyed your brunch with us in Old Montreal. Paula will be so happy to know she made your experience even more special! Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701

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  • Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
  • Monday 07:00 - 23:00
  • Tuesday 07:00 - 23:00
  • Wednesday 07:00 - 23:00
  • Thursday 07:00 - 23:00
  • Friday 07:00 - 23:00
  • Saturday 07:00 - 23:00

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