Brasserie 701
Brasserie 701 701 Côte de la Place-d'Armes, Montréal
4.7
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Photo of Jonathan Tommy Lu
21 Apr 2026
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5.0

Fantastic service and good food

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Photo of Luther Beck
19 Apr 2026
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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
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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
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13 Apr 2026
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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
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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
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12 Apr 2026
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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
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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
Photo of Clayton Molter
12 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Paula was a rockstar of a server and Brasserie 701 was so kind to accommodate our large group of 7 at the door by assembling the private room. So hospitable!

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Response added on 14 Apr 2026
Dear Clayton, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled we could accommodate your group and make your experience enjoyable. Paula will be especially happy to hear she made such a great impression! Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
Photo of Domenico Piazza
11 Apr 2026
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4.7

Adele was our waitress and she was phenomenal

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Photo of The Boss Entrepreneur (Laptop Lifestyle)
10 Apr 2026
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5.0

Took a traditional eggs, bacon & toast. Amazing food. A bit pricey but that's expected for a restaurant like this in that area. Right in front of the courtroom, if you don't like lawyers don't go there lol. Butter to die for! The REAL butter the FRENCH WAY. Délicieux! Forgot to take a picture doe!

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Photo of Singhania Group
6 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had an amazing dinner 🍽️ at Brasserie 701, right in front of Basilica Notre-Dame De Montréal. This is our second visit to this restaurant located inside the hotel. We always get thrilled with the ambience inside. Me and my wife ordered Beef 🥩 Bourguignon for the main course and a cocktail 🍸 The beef was well cooked and it was yummy. Nice aroma of the spices. We both enjoyed it. We highly recommend to make reservations in advance as it is always packed. In addition, I would also recommend to dress casually/professionally, rather than wearing shorts or junky-cut dresses (I saw some people wearing that, which I found a bit unethical). I always wear three piece suit for a candle 🕯️ light dinner 🍲 with my wife. Will visit again in the future. Merci beaucoup.

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Photo of Jennifer McPhail
4 Apr 2026
Source: Google
1.7

I visited with a group of 12 women during a bachelorette weekend and had organized everything in advance with Charlotte, who was polite and responsive. Based on that, I had high expectations for the evening. We had arranged a prix fixe menu, provided a credit card in advance, and confirmed that the bill would be on one cheque. However, upon arrival for our 6:30 reservation, our group was split into two separate tables with a column between us, which made the experience feel disconnected and far less enjoyable as a group. While our waitress was pleasant, service was extremely slow and inconsistent. After being seated, it took about 20 minutes for our table to have our drink orders taken, while the other half of our group had already received drinks and placed orders within 5 minutes. By 7:30, we had only received bread and butter, and it was nearly 8:00 before appetizers arrived. I had intentionally booked an early reservation to allow enough time to make a 9:00 pm show, so initially I wasn’t too concerned. However, the pace never improved. Each course was delayed, and our table was largely overlooked throughout the evening. At one point, my main course was delivered without cutlery, and I had to wave down our server for assistance. I also had to actively track her down to let her know we needed to leave by 8:50. At that point, she went to the other table and asked if they wanted separate bills, which was confusing given the billing arrangement had been clearly confirmed in advance. Overall, the experience was disappointing, especially considering how promising the planning process had been. It’s unfortunately not a place I would recommend for group events. The “congratulations” postcard left on the table felt impersonal and a bit like an afterthought rather than a meaningful gesture. As for the food, it was underwhelming. Dishes arrived lukewarm and noticeably underseasoned. While there was an abundance of bread and butter, it felt more like a way to compensate for the slow service than a highlight of the meal.

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Photo of Greg Jackson
30 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had a delightful experience. The food was fabulous. John provided excellent service and John’s bright convivial chatter just added that touch of magic to our evening.

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Response added on 31 Mar 2026
Dear Greg, Thank you so much for your review! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us, and we will forward your kind words to our staff. We hope to see you again soon! Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
Photo of Elena Champagne
29 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Great place with a nice and varied menu. On the fancier side so prepare your budget accordingly. The charcuterie board plate to share could've easily been for 4 ppl. We were stuffed.

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Photo of Abi Thava
29 Mar 2026
Source: Google
4.7

I loved the brunch, however lunch didn't live up to the same. The bartender Shady was very good and the atmosphere is excellent!

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Photo of Claire Ramos
28 Mar 2026
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5.0

Had the sea bream - fantastic! Thank you Alexi!

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Photo of Veronica Bettan
28 Mar 2026
Source: Google
3.3

Nice vibe if you want to do a girls brunch there but to be honest the pricd $$$ for what you get is really a rip off. The food flavor and quality of the meal isnt even worth it. It looks "esthetically" pleasing for pictures, but doesnt taste delicious. I personality wouldnt go back.

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Photo of Nicolas Galindo
28 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Had a good time here. I was there with a group of 5-7 people and it wasn’t too noisy. The staff was professional and things were clean and looked good.

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Photo of Eric V
25 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Excellent restaurant. Excellent service from Wandrille and Victor. I would go back for sure.

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Photo of Martha Evan
23 Mar 2026
Source: Google
4.3

kind of disappointed … the soup was delicious but my main dish was cold and the beef no 😊 so good.

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Photo of Hussain Saleem
15 Mar 2026
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3.3

The reception was welcoming and our waiter was excellent and super friendly, really fun to talk to, and helpful with ordering, he was the highlight of the night. The wine was also very good. Dinner overall was good. The steak was enjoyable, though not outstanding. The biggest disappointment was the salads ordered. Despite some effort in presentation, the ingredients /mix felt basic and lacked flavor. They were easily the weakest part of the meal, also some item was sold out, having special menu and not having enough. You know One staff member who refilled our water and cleared plates seemed visibly irritated and handled dishes quite roughly. It didn’t ruin the evening, but the display was noticeable. Overall, the service from our waiter was great, dinner and wine were good, but the salads need improvement. I expected a bit more from the experience, though I still appreciate the effort

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Response added on 16 Mar 2026
Dear Hussain, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re truly pleased to hear that you enjoyed the warm welcome, the quality of the wine, and especially the attentive and friendly service from your waiter, we will be sure to pass along your kind words. At the same time, we’re sorry to learn that certain aspects of your experience did not meet expectations. Your comments regarding the salads, menu availability, and the interaction with one of our support staff are taken very seriously, as they do not reflect the level of quality and professionalism we strive to provide. To allow us to follow up appropriately with our team, particularly regarding the service you mentioned, we would greatly appreciate it if you could contact us directly with the date and time of your visit. Please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected], and we will ensure a proper follow-up is conducted. We truly value your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again for a more seamless experience. Aurore, Directrice Brasserie 701
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14 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

I came to Montreal for the history, the architecture, the culture, and the short track speed skating world championships… but I stayed for the dirty martinis at Brasserie 701. Enter Shady - bartender, mixology wizard, and the only man I’ve ever seen shake a cocktail with the quiet confidence of Patrick Mahomes in the fourth quarter. The resemblance is uncanny. If Mahomes ever needs an offseason job, I’m convinced he’s already been moonlighting behind this bar. As a Toronto girl, I take my martinis very seriously. Shady served me two of the most delicious dirty martinis I’ve ever had with some potent local gin. Perfectly chilled, perfectly salty, and strong enough to make me briefly consider moving to Montreal permanently. Service: 10/10 Martinis: 12/10 Mahomes doppelganger energy: off the charts. If you find yourself at Brasserie 701, do yourself a favour: ask Shady for a dirty martini. Just be warned - you’ll probably end up ordering a second one. I certainly did. 🍸

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Photo of Catherine DeBorba
11 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Florence was very attentive and professional. Wonderful food and service!

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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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