Celeste
Celeste 2121 Rue Drummond, Montréal
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What guests say about Celeste

Céleste is often described as a chic and elegant restaurant with a modern, warm atmosphere that is ideal for a special evening. Many reviews praise the quality and presentation of the dishes, as well as the attentive and professional service. However, a few customers mention high prices and uneven service, with delays, forgotten items, or disappointing experiences during special occasions.

Summary based on 41 reviews.
4.3
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Reviews / Ratings for Celeste

Photo of Crystel Primeau
8 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Thank you to the whole staff for a very special night. Thank you to Jess for the warm welcoming, Victor for the impeccable service and to the whole kitchen for a truly delicious experience. It is a true blessing to feel like a part of the family which represents how welcoming and warm it is to visit their restaurant. I will certainly be back

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Photo of Tamara
4 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

★★★★★ We celebrated our anniversary at Celeste and had an amazing experience. The service was excellent, our waitress was attentive and on point all evening. The cod was phenomenal, and the ricotta pasta was fresh, flavourful and beautifully presented. The atmosphere and decor were gorgeous and perfect for a special night out. Great food, beautiful setting and outstanding service. Highly recommend!

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Photo of Samantha Messer
1 Oct 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had the best time working with Ghelyn to plan our wedding at Celeste; she was on top of every detail and very responsive. Truly a pleasure to work. The food and atmosphere were also amazing. Would HIGHLY recommend for any occasion and recommend working with Ghelyn.

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Photo of Julie Demers
3 Sep 2026
Source: Google
3.0

Very good food, but we got kicked out of the bar with no warning while waiting for a birthday cake because the seats were reserved for another party at 9pm - disappointing client management on a special night :-(

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Photo of Jessica M
28 Aug 2026
Source: Google
5.0

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely amazing experience! Sabrine and Jessica provided the best service from beginning to end. They were incredibly welcoming, attentive, and made us feel so well taken care of. The food was absolutely delicious, and the hospitality was truly exceptional. Everything was perfect. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be back!

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Response added on 28 Aug 2026
Hi Jessica! What a beautiful review. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We'll give this amazing feedback to Sabrine and Jessica. Hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again very soon!
Photo of Aly Orfi
26 Aug 2026
Source: Google
4.0

Celeste is a good restaurant to experience at least once. We were a group of 4, and everyone gave their own rating at the end of the night, bringing our average to 3.5/5. The main reason the rating is relatively high is because of three exceptional dishes: the chicken, tuna carpaccio, and salad. Those were genuinely outstanding and definitely the highlights of the meal. The service was also very good, with friendly and attentive staff. Overall, worth experiencing once, but not somewhere I’d be rushing back to anytime soon.

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Response added on 28 Aug 2026
Hi Aly! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re so pleased to hear that the chicken, tuna carpaccio and salad were highlights of your evening, and that you enjoyed the attentive service from our team. We truly appreciate your feedback and are glad you chose to experience Celeste. We hope we’ll have the opportunity to welcome you back again in the future to provide hopefully a 5 star experience. All the best.
Photo of Ron
23 Aug 2026
Source: Google
3.3

Nice ambience, good service, very nice restaurant too. But unfortunately food not good for the price, they need to change chef maybe. We had a steak the ribeye for its high price it not worth it at all, sea bass Tatar fresh but not tasty, ravioli was good. Maybe a bad night. Hope they wake up and up the level of the food!!!

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Photo of Jen
17 Aug 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We had such a lovely evening here.. fantastic food, attentive and friendly staff and a warm atmosphere! Well done Celeste! We will see you soon!

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Photo of Samantha Montes
7 Aug 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The service was exceptional from start to end. We had such a nice time; everyone was super friendly and all the food was SO GOOD.

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Photo of C K
6 Aug 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Celeste is the newest restaurant from the team behind Beatrice and Estelle, and they have created another standout destination in Montreal. The atmosphere is vibrant and energetic. It’s the kind of place to see and be seen, with spectacular interior design and beautifully curated furnishings that make the space feel as memorable as the meal. We were a group of five, including two vegetarians, and everyone had plenty of excellent options to choose from, whether pasta, fish, steak or vegetarian dishes. The menu offers enough variety to satisfy different tastes without losing its identity. Celeste is more than just dinner. It’s an experience and the kind of restaurant that turns an evening out into a memorable occasion.

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Photo of James Whynot
1 Aug 2026
Source: Google
5.0

This was a wonderful restaurant. The space was modern sleek and had a large open kitchen. Seating was comfortable and you could choose indoor or outdoor seating. The wait staff was extremely attentive. My wife and I ordered calamari as an appetizer and it was one of the best I have had. The cannellini bean dip and the pizzaiola sauce were perfect. My wife had the gnudi which were perfect little dumplings in an excellent tomato sauce. I had the linguini vongoli. The linguini was perfectly cooked served with a dozen little neck clams perfectly cooked. Overall a great experience

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Photo of Kevin Perez
28 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Everything from the food, to the service and the atmosphere were absolutely spectacular. The dishes was incredibly flavourful and of top-notch quality. Absolutely 0 complaints. Definitely a top restaurant in Montreal.

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Photo of Atena Morelli
26 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

delicious food, excellent service, wonderful ambiance!

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Photo of Michele Hawkins
16 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The food and atmosphere at Celeste were outstanding! My husband and I had the carpaccio appetizer, and we shared the branzino as it was a large dish. Everything was flavorful, and the branzino was especially nice as it was a delicious dish. We celebrated a special occasion and were brought a very nice dessert! Thank you so much for making the evening such a memorable occasion. We will definitely return and would certainly recommend!

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Photo of Sandy Pupo
13 Jul 2026
Source: Google
4.3

The service and atmosphere was amazing. Appetizers and pasta was very good. I am disappointed however with the cowgirl steak we ordered. It was $140 and it came cold, when we told the waitress, it was returned to the kitchen to be reheated , and then returned over cooked and flavourless. For a cut of $140 I expected much better. We told the waitress that we didn’t like the steak , and we were offered shots , that we didn’t want. I would have appreciated a better response.

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Photo of judy hadad
9 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Beautiful atmosphere, very luxurious and excellent service

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Response added on 9 Jul 2026
Thank you so much Judy for the kind words! Hope to host you again soon.
Photo of a zammit
8 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Terrific place for a romantic dinner for two or I get together for a birthday party or any special occasion

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Response added on 9 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! It means so much to us. Hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again very soon.
Photo of Racha B
7 Jul 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Absolutely amazing experience! The food was delicious, but what truly made our visit unforgettable was the service. It was beyond exceptional—friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming from start to finish. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel taken care of. You can tell they truly care about their customers. We’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and outstanding service. 5 stars!

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Response added on 9 Jul 2026
Hi Racha! We are so touched by your kind words about the service, food and experience. It means so much to us. It was a pleasure having you and we really hope to have the opportunity to host you again very soon. All the best.
Photo of N E
4 Jul 2026
Source: Google
4.7

An elegant, upscale restaurant offering cuisine that is well above average. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, complemented by pleasant background music at a comfortable volume that allows for easy conversation. The service is outstanding, and our server, Nick, was exceptionally attentive, professional, and friendly.

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Response added on 9 Jul 2026
Thank you for sharing such a warm and kind review, as well as the beautiful photos! It makes us very happy to hear you had such a great experience at the restaurant and with your server, Nick. We will be sure to share the amazing feedback with him. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again very soon! Thank you again.
Photo of Félix Rivest
30 Jun 2026
Source: Google
2.3

We had dinner here today (June 30, 2026). We had made a reservation to celebrate a birthday, but unfortunately our experience was disappointing. The service was poor. There were long delays before both our appetizers and main courses arrived, and we repeatedly had to remind the staff to refill our water and serve our wine. The most disappointing part came after our main course. When it was time for dessert, the server brought a dessert only for the birthday guest without asking for her preference or whether anyone else at the table would like dessert. No coffee or after-dinner drinks were offered either, which made the celebration feel like an afterthought. The food was just okay, nothing exceptional. Overall, it was a disappointing experience, especially for a special occasion.

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Response added on 9 Jul 2026
Hi Félix, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience, especially on such a special occasion, did not meet your expectations. We were very sorry to read both your review and Amélie's, and to learn that your table left feeling so disappointed. We agree with you that dessert should have been offered to the entire table before the birthday dessert was presented. We recognize that this was an oversight on our part, and we sincerely apologize that it took away from what should have been a memorable celebration. We would sincerely appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly and, if you'll allow us, to make things right. We wanted to reach out directly, however we believe the reservation was made under a different name. If you are open to it, please don't hesitate to contact our manager, Sabrine, at [email protected]. Thank you again for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust.
Photo of I
30 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Celeste has become one of my go‑to spots in Montreal. I’ve been a few times now, and it’s consistently a great experience. The food is always delicious, the ambiance is warm and inviting, and the service is reliably attentive. They also have a great wine selection that pairs beautifully with the menu.A place I’m always happy to return to.

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Response added on 10 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review and feedback on the food, ambiance and service. It means so much to the team! Happy it's become one of your go-to spots and we look forward to hosting you again soon!
Photo of Terry Pomerantz
29 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Everything was delicious . I tried everyone’s food 😊 . I had the TORTELLINI ALLA PANNA E VODKA which was cooked just right and had great flavours. And I had the Quebec sourced veal chop , it was also delicious . Stuffed had no desert .

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Response added on 10 Jul 2026
Hi Terry! We're so happy you enjoyed our tortellini and veal chop! Thank you for the kind words and taking the time to share your review. We'd love to host you again soon!
Photo of Joseph Young
25 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Wonderful, new (last Nov) restaurant. My wife and I visited last week and had a great time. The restaurant is just beautful and has a real Modern feel to it. Lots of light from the windows, cool ceilings and a nice bar area. Service was impeccable and the food was very good. A manager came over after dinner to see if there was anything that we needed. "Well, do you have tiramisu?" She replied no, but immediately told me they would make one for me in their bakery. 10 min later, an extremely classic, tasty tiramisu made it to our table. Merci! Just over the top. Highly recommend reservations and by the time we left at 8pm, the place was absolutely packed.

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Response added on 10 Jul 2026
Hi Joseph! What a kind review. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the space, food and the special tiramisu we found for you :). It was a pleasure serving you! We'd love to have you and your wife back very soon.
Photo of laura wizman
22 Jun 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Celeste is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in Montreal. The space is absolutely beautiful, elegant, and full of the best energy. Every detail feels thoughtfully curated. The food is always incredible, my favourite has to be the branzino tartare and the fungi pasta!! The cocktails are delicious I go for a negroni, and the service made the whole experience feel effortless. It's one of those places that feels special the moment you walk in. If you're looking for amazing food, elevated vibes, and a memorable night out, Celeste is a must. Already looking forward to my next visit. ✨

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Response added on 10 Jul 2026
Hi Laura, What a beautiful review! Thank you for the kind words about Celeste; the food and the environment. We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the branzino tartare and funghi pasta. We look forward to hosting you again very soon!

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  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 18:00 - 22:00
  • Wednesday 18:00 - 22:00
  • Thursday 18:00 - 23:00
  • Friday 18:00 - 23:00
  • Saturday 18:00 - 23:00

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